Foiling and Spot UV-style effects on Laminator

[sidneykidney]

I've been reading about Foiling and Spot UV effects using a Laminator and Digital Press which can be used for short runs and personalisation. Is there anyone out there who has any feedback on this?
http://www.vivid-online.com/news/latest_news/foiling_spot_UV_effects_using_matrix_laminator

I've got a Xerox 700 (toner based), does it also apply to this or only ink based presses similar to GMP Sleek technology
http://www.gmpuk.co.uk/blogs/news/5...-alternative-to-achieve-print-finishes-easily

Are there any other alternatives that anyone knows about.

 

[aoen_666]

i have gmp excelam which can do foiling and spot uv effects. it works perfectly with xerox 700. you should try

 

[sidneykidney]

Thanks for the information.

Just to update you, I have spoken to GMP regarding sleeking on our 'existing' desktop laminator but all the sales guy was trying to do was sell me a new laminator!!!!

I'm currently using a desktop D&K Single Sided laminator and also have access to a Matrix MD-460.

My question is, do you need a compressor on your laminator to use the sleeking process or does it work with a standard desktop laminator which doesn't have as compressor or high roller pressure.