Finishing turns a print into a product ready to install, hang or sell. The main types of equipment are:
Laminators protect prints and mount graphics onto board.
Sewing and welding machines hem and join banners and fabric graphics, and add pockets and keder.
Eyelet machines add eyelets and grommets for hanging banners and flags.
Heat presses transfer DTF, dye-sublimation and heat transfer vinyl designs onto garments, fabric and promotional products.
Larger operations combine these jobs in finishing stations that measure, cut, weld and eyelet in one pass, while trimmers and roll slitters cut media down to size.
When choosing equipment, match its working width to your printers and be clear about the materials you finish most. Welding suits PVC and some PVC-free banner materials, while fabric generally needs sewing. Consider your volumes, the floor space available and how much of the process you want to automate, along with training and the quality and speed of service and support.
The companies below supply print finishing equipment, from manufacturers to specialist distributors and resellers. Browse their profiles to see the machines they offer, how to get in touch and their latest news, or use the search bar below.
