QT2 Supercharges Production with Foliant Taurus 530NG Laminator from Graphco
SOLON, OH — April 21, 2025 — In response to growing demand for premium laminated print, QT2 has significantly expanded its in-house finishing capacity with the addition of a Foliant Taurus 530NG Laminator, supplied by Graphco, exclusive U.S. distributor for Foliant Laminating Systems. Installed at QT2’s 60,000-square-foot facility in Tiffin, Ohio, the Taurus 530NG has already delivered transformative results in speed, efficiency, and quality.
Challenge:
QT2’s legacy laminating system was a productivity bottleneck, unable to keep up with surging demand for soft-touch and high-end finishes—especially for laminated book covers, now a core revenue stream.
Solution:
Graphco recommended the Foliant Taurus 530NG, a commercial-grade laminator designed for high-speed, high-volume operation. It features:
- Max Sheet Width: 20.5 inches
- Feeder: Automatic, deep-pile
- Compatibility: Digital and offset prints
- Supported Films: Gloss, matte, soft-touch, and specialty
- Applications: Book covers, packaging, postcards, premium collateral
Results:
“The impact was immediate,” says Bryan Abel, Bindery Supervisor at QT2.
“What used to take a full day now takes minutes. We ran 5,000 covers in just a few hours within days of install.”
Other highlights include:
- 10x throughput increase
- Material cost savings with optimized film selection
- Enhanced finish consistency for critical applications
- Versatility across binding types and finishing processes
ROI Highlights:
- Faster job turnaround
- In-house control over premium lamination
- Reduced outsourcing and labor costs
The Taurus 530NG is engineered for robust commercial use, with key features like an automatic sheet feeder, and support for digital and offset stocks up to 20.5 inches wide. It also handles a full range of laminate types, including gloss, matte, soft-touch, and specialty films.
Bryan Abel, QT2’s Bindery Supervisor points to its flexibility across finishing workflows: “Whether it’s going to perfect binding or saddle stitching, it laminates cleanly, scores well, and folds beautifully. It integrates seamlessly into our bindery operations.” Since the install, throughput has skyrocketed. “What used to take a full day now takes minutes,” says Abel. “In our first couple days, we ran 5,000 units in a few hours. It hasn’t missed a beat since.”
Graphco’s consultative approach also helped QT2 improve material efficiency. “We were running a thicker, more expensive laminate,” Abel says. “Graphco provides a thinner film from Derprosa that performs better and lowers cost. It’s faster, smoother, and more economical.”
Chris Manley, President of Graphco, adds:
“The Taurus 530NG is engineered to help commercial printers like QT2 stay competitive, take control of their finishing workflows, and scale efficiently.”