According to recent research, the global industrial laminating machines market was valued at around 53 billion USD in 2024 and is expected to reach about 75 billion USD by 2032, with an annual growth rate of 4.5 percent. Within this field, the wide format laminator market is forecasted to grow by nearly 7 percent annually between 2025 and 2033, driven by increasing demand for high-quality finishing in signage and commercial printing.
These figures reflect two main trends.
First, laminators are no longer auxiliary finishing tools but essential production equipment. Second, the demand for large-format, high-speed, intelligent lamination systems continues to rise across advertising, exhibition, and architectural graphics sectors.
In many workshops, the lamination stage is still the production bottleneck. Manual processes are slow and inconsistent, and rising labor costs make automation a necessity rather than a luxury.
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Product Focus: MF1700-F1 PLUS Wide Format Industrial Laminator
The MF1700-F1 PLUS is designed for high-efficiency production and precise finishing, offering excellent lamination performance for wide-format prints, banners, and signage materials.
Main Features and Configurations
- Full industrial functionality built for heavy-duty, stable operation.
- Swing-in and out air shafts allow fast material loading and unloading, ideal for large-volume jobs.
- Front and rear dual control panels with lamination records for easy operation and job tracking.
- Premium 130 mm silicone rollers ensure even pressure and precise results at speeds up to 50 meters per minute.
- Smart ENTRY system provides easy control with precise parameter adjustment.
- High-speed DC motor supports up to 50 meters per minute working speed.
- Top heated roller up to 60 degrees Celsius for both heat-assisted and cold lamination.
- Pneumatic lifting system ensures consistent pressure and safety.
Pain Points Solved by MF1700-F1 PLUS
- Higher productivity with fewer operators. Traditional lamination often requires two people and a long processing time. MF1700-F1 PLUS allows one operator to finish large jobs quickly and precisely.
- Reduced waste and improved quality. Stable pressure, accurate temperature control, and precise roller alignment minimize air bubbles, wrinkles, and material waste.
- Multi-material compatibility. Suitable for adhesive vinyl, backlit film, banners, window graphics, and other substrates used in signage, exhibitions, and architectural decoration.
- Data-driven workflow. Lamination record tracking helps managers analyze performance and improve production efficiency.
Market Outlook: The Future of Wide Format Lamination
- Rising labor costs and skill shortages will push demand for automated, intelligent laminators.
- Integrated printing, cutting, and laminating solutions will dominate workflow design.
- The growth of eco-friendly films and UV-compatible materials requires adaptable lamination systems.
- Smart manufacturing trends will prioritize data tracking, remote control, and production monitoring.
- Global competition will make efficient, high-quality lamination a key differentiator.
In the printing and signage industries, lamination may be the final production step, but it often determines the quality, durability, and appearance of the finished product. With increasing customer expectations and shrinking deadlines, manual lamination can no longer meet market demands.
In this environment, machines like the MF1700-F1 PLUS are not just tools but strategic assets that improve productivity and ensure competitiveness.