Navigating the Text Book The information provided in the Text Book area includes general discussions of all major aspects of finishing and laminating. This web-based content is designed to be used in several different ways. The content may be studied in the order it appears or topics may be selected individually as required by circumstances. If you follow the text book chronologically, you will find that the information proceeds from the general to the more specific. However, you will also find links to related topics that allow you to "drill deeper" on many topics, or simply solve a specific problem. The links here are arranged by section. You may access any topic from these links. Take me to the beginning of the TextBook. Copyright © 2007  by Drytac Corporation - All Rights Reserved	Section 1 Basics Basic Processes Functions Components Overlaminate film types Mounting adhesive types Printable substrates Laminator types Section 2 All About Overlaminates Adhesive Type Base Material Thickness of Base Material Surface Finish & Textures Clarity/Opacity Protective Qualities Image Enhancement Other Attributes Section 3 All About Mounting Adhesives Adhesive type Carrier Mounting boards Application review Section 4 Laminatior Basics & Setup Laminator Tours Laminator Setup Maintenance Section 5 Fundamentals of Operation Four Key Variables Equipment Settings Maintaining Tension Section 6 Finishing Applications Single-Sided Lamination Encapsulation Second Surface Applications Section 7 Tools of the Trade Work Area Cutting & Prep Tools Tables & Accessories Section 8 Selecting Materials Vinyl Laminate Film Formulation Ratio of Base Material to Film Layer Floor Graphics Material Compatibility Adhesive Formulations Mounting Adhesive Carrier Films Section 9 Techniques & Challenges Preparing Mounting Boards Determing Accurate Temperature Using Sleds Or Carrier Boards Section 10 Outdoor and Durability Issues Key Factors UV Resistance Inks Media/Substrates Overlaminates Outdoor Performance
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