New | Album Xpress Pro 135
Theme: Modern, Structural, and Timeless. Color Palette: Monochrome base with deep emerald or navy accents.
To get the most out of this machine, you must follow the optimal workflow. Here is the standard operating procedure used by top print labs:
Step 1: Pre-Heat Plug in the unit and set the temperature to 135°C for EVA glue or 150°C for PUR glue. The digital display will flash until the Album Xpress Pro 135 New reaches the target temp (approx. 6-8 minutes). album xpress pro 135 new
Step 2: Prepare the Album Block Ensure your pages have been trimmed perfectly. The pages must be stacked with the thermal glue facing the spine edge. Insert the protective release film (silicon paper) between the cover and the first page to prevent glue seepage.
Step 3: Load & Shim Place the album block into the jig. For the Album Xpress Pro 135 New, you must insert the correct spine shim. A 1-inch thick album requires a shim that raises the spine 1-inch above the table. This creates the perfect "rounding" effect. Theme: Modern, Structural, and Timeless
Step 4: Press Cycle Close the top plate. Turn the pressure wheel clockwise until the gauge reads 400 PSI. Hold for 25 seconds (for standard photo paper) or 45 seconds (for fine art textured paper).
Step 5: The "New" Cooling Process Release the pressure via the two safety buttons. Remove the album and place it on the cooling rack. Unlike older units, the Album Xpress Pro 135 New includes a built-in hold timer that beeps exactly when the glue has set (usually 90 seconds). Rinse dryer duct with a damp cloth
The Album Xpress Pro 135 is overkill for a hobbyist or a studio producing fewer than 10 albums per month. However, it becomes a must-have for: