Formax FlashGuard 18R6 Laminator
The FlashGuard 18R6 Heavy-Duty Laminator is ideal for print shops, schools, and corporate offices. With a rugged metal housing and user-friendly features, it easily laminates and protects maps, charts, photos, documents, signs, menus, IDs, and more.
The 18R6 features 6 heavy-duty rollers for fast, reliable sealing: 2 heat rollers, 2 cooling rollers, and 2 output rollers. The all-metal housing is durable and stays cool to the touch, thanks to the special internal cooling system. For ideal laminating, the variable temperature control goes up to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C). For temperature sensitive documents, users can choose the cold lamination function, which seals specially-designed pressure sensitive laminating pouches.
The 18R6 handles pouches up to 18” wide, up to 14 mil, with a maximum laminating thickness of up to 3mm. The wide feed opening is ideal for larger projects like maps, charts, and posters. With an operating speed of up to 47 inches per minute, users can complete projects in a flash. Formax offers 3 mil and 5 mil laminating pouches for standard letter size 8.5” x 11” projects.
Operation is simple using the intuitive graphics-based LCD control panel: simply set the temperature and speed to match the laminating pouch and document thickness. A handy speed/temperature chart is printed on the top of the laminator for quick reference. The control panel features graphic indicators for hot/cold mode, speed, temperature, cooling fan, and roller operation, as well the ability to store 1 or 2 custom settings for frequently run projects.
Designed with an anti-jam rollers, it also includes a reverse button, and a dedicated cool-down cycle to prevent damage to the rollers.
For protecting and preserving documents, photos, charts and more, the FlashGuard 18R6 is a durable, affordable, high-quality solution.
Features
- Handles pieces up to 18" wide
- Rugged, all-metal housing
- 6-roller system
- LCD control panel
- Adjustable temperature and speed
- Convenient onboard speed/temp chart
- Internal cooling system keeps the unit cool to the touch and protects rollers
- Laminates hot or cold pouches
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About Formax
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Formax is the industry leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of digital print & finishing, mailing, pressure seal, and data destruction solutions. Superior products and an unparalleled level of service and sales support allow Formax dealers to provide the ideal solution to streamlining virtually all of your outgoing and incoming mail, destruction of confidential data and in-plant digital print finishing.
Founded in 1987, Formax is a privately held company with corporate headquarters based in Dover, New Hampshire and a manufacturing facility in Turlock, California. Since the company successfully patented its first pressure sealer decades ago, it has continued to evolve with the same never ending focus on innovation, quality and value. The Formax product line is represented through an extensive dealer network across North America and around the world.
Warranty
Formax is the industry leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of pressure seal, mailing, data destruction and digital print finishing solutions, and provides sales and service support through a nationwide dealer network. Formax stands behind its equipment and offers the following warranties:
Folders, Pressure Sealers, Inserters, ColorMax, Cutters, Joggers, Signers, Bursters
- 90 day warranty on parts and labor
- 90 day warranty on parts (drop shipped equipment only)
Shredders
- Lifetime limited warranty on Deskside and Office cutting heads
- Lifetime limited warranty on Industrial cutting heads (parts only)
- 1-year warranty on High Security and Specialty cutting heads
- 1-year warranty on all other parts
Formax agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any defective part or component covered by this warranty, provided there was no abuse and we first receive written notice of a defect within the applicable warranty period. Wearable parts are not covered under warranty. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser and does not include labor or the payment of any labor charges or incidental or consequential expenses.
Warranty claims must be submitted with a replacement part order. All parts are shipped FOB Dover, NH.
Shipping
If you require a lift-gate or inside delivery for any Formax products, you may be charged an extra fee. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE DETAILS.
*Please note Formax does not accept returns. If the machine is not performing to its capabilities, we can warranty it, troubleshoot, and, if applicable, except an exchange!
ORDER CONFIRMATION
As soon as your order is placed, you will receive an order confirmation e-mail. This confirms your order has been received in our system and your credit card is authorized for purchase. As soon as we receive your order, we begin processing to confirm that it is in stock and available for immediate shipment. If your item is on backorder or unavailable, we will reach out to you via e-mail to confirm if you'd like to keep your order or cancel for a full refund. If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment, we will process the charges and submit the order for shipment.
ORDER SHIPMENT
Please reference your product page specific lead times. After shipment, items will arrive in 2-7 business days.
Some models are custom made, and can take as long as 4-5 weeks to ship depending on the model and series. Please contact customer service before ordering if delivery time is a concern of yours.
Certain items due to high demand and low supply can only be placed on back order at specific times. Please contact customer service to hear about any items availability.
Please contact us for rush shipping rates and options. We will send you tracking information within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out. If you do not receive tracking information from us within four business days of your order, feel free to follow up with us at info@machineshark.com.
Large items that ship via freight (not UPS or Fedex) require a signature upon delivery. You will receive a call from the shipping company to arrange a time and day for delivery that works for you.
PRODUCT QUALITY GUARANTEE
Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you notice any damage you should REFUSE the package, and make note of it on the delivery receipt. If your item(s) do arrived damaged, please contact us immediately and send photos to info@machineshark.com . We will process an insurance claim on your behalf and happily work with you to resolve the issue and refund or replace your order.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
Generally, most of the items we carry can be returned within 30 days of receipt in new condition and unopened.
Returned products must be sent back with their original packaging and have all of the parts and components that they came with. Please contact the manufacturer for any warranty issues.
Please document (photograph) any damages upon receiving the item and report these damages to the delivery carrier if product was sent by LTL or freight (not by UPS, Fedex, USPS, etc).
Some items may be subject to a 15% restocking fee. Customer is responsible for return shipping and original shipping cost, even if the item was "free shipping". Any damages to products may void the return.
Returns must be accompanied with an RMA number. Please contact us in order to have one generated.
Should you have any questions about a particular product’s return policy we’re here to help. Please contact us and we will respond within 24 hours.
As stated in the Product Quality Guarantee, any item that arrives in less than perfect condition or missing parts will be handled at no extra cost. Refunds will be issued to the original credit card that you use when placing your order.
It is the customers' responsibility to confirm the product will comply with their state, county or city codes. If you will be receiving an inspection by a county or city inspector, please ask them what they require.
Service Information
Equipment Maintenance From Formax
All product solutions offered by Formax Direct are available with full services rendered on-site. Formax also offers a comprehensive maintenance program designed to deliver optimal performance and longevity for your equipment. Formax Service Agreements are the best way to protect your investment. Formax provides on-site technical services in New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. Our service hours are:
- Standard business hours of 8:00AM to 5:00PM Monday thru Friday, excluding holidays
- After hours emergency support including weekends, excluding major holidays
Requests for service can be made by calling 1-800-232-5535, Ext. 21 or by pressing 0 and asking to speak with our service dispatcher. Service calls can also be placed by clicking here and filling out the service request form.
Installation & Training on Equipment Purchases
Formax takes pride in exceeding your service expectations and will do this right from the start. All equipment solutions purchased from Formax Direct include on-site installation and training of key operators. Our goal is to make sure all operators are fully trained and comfortable in the operation of the equipment. A refresher course for further operator training is also available within the first 90 days after installation. Our goal is for all of our customers to reach the maximum benefit and return on investment from their new equipment purchase.
Ongoing Service Options
Formax offers several service options including:
- Service Agreement that includes complete equipment maintenance
- On-Site support per request
- Telephone technical support
When calling Formax for service you can expect:
- To speak with a service dispatcher to log your call and to receive an estimated time of arrival either at the time of your call or within 60 minutes.
- On-site technical support in most cases occurs the same day a service call is placed or at most within 24 hours. Priority is always given to mission-critical applications such as payroll so that your company is able to meet its most important deadlines.
- If we are unable to restore full functionality to your Formax product within 24 hours of our original arrival, we will be happy to furnish your company with a loaner when and where available.
Service Agreements
Formax Service Agreements provide complete equipment maintenance that increase equipment longevity and productivity. Standard hours of operation are 8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday thru Friday, excluding holidays. Formax Service Agreements cover parts, labor and either one or two preventative maintenance calls per year for most machines. Preventative maintenance calls are scheduled periodically and include:
- Inspection of all components
- All necessary adjustments, cleaning, proper lubrication and oiling
- Test-run of customer media whenever available
- Follow-up operator training on request
Other benefits of a Formax Service Agreement include: your ability to budget a fixed cost for maintaining your equipment, priority service, and the elimination of delays involved with generating a purchase order to track invoicing and call placement.
