Laminator

Protect and preserve your documents with our easy‑to‑use laminator – perfect for creating durable, water‑resistant materials.

Uline heavy duty laminator product photo against a yellow backdrop
A woman reads the instructions for the laminator and holds a cardboard carrier for the machine

Getting Started

  • Available for use at the Eastside Branch
  • A Waterloo Public Library card is required to use the laminator
  • Cost: 5 millimeter plastic pouch (8.5 x 11″) – $0.50 each
  • Customers must be 13 years of age or older or accompanied by an adult
  • The laminator is available on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Projects must be completed at least 30 minutes before closing
  • Laminator supplies must be purchased from WPL – outside materials are not permitted
  • You will be charged for materials, even if your project is unsuccessful

When you arrive at the library, see staff to purchase materials and get started.

More Information

  • How to Use

    Important Usage Information

    • Only laminator supplies sold by WPL may be used with the machine.
    • Cardboard carrier MUST be used AT ALL TIMES. Failure to do so may result in damage to the machine.

    Using the Laminator

    1. Turn on unit (green button).
    2. Ensure temperature dial is set in the 2-3 range.
    3. Wait for the orange button to start flashing (this means the unit is up to temperature).
    4. When the orange button flashes, press it to turn on the rollers.
    5. Insert the item you want to laminate into the laminating pouch, and then put the pouch into the cardboard carrier so the pouch is not visible.
    6. Insert the carrier into the front of the unit until the rollers catch it and pull it in on their own.
    7. Wait for the carrier to fully emerge from the rear of the unit before removing.
    8. When done, turn off both the orange and green buttons.

    Watch a Video Tutorial

    Printed instruction sheets are also available with the machine when you arrive at the library.