ABG unveils ThermoLam thermal laminating system with VOC-free operation, 120 metre per minute speeds

UK – AB Graphic International has introduced ThermoLam, a thermal laminating system for flexible packaging that operates without VOC emissions, runs at mechanical speeds up to 120 metres per minute with no curing time, and integrates pre-heating, cooling, corona treatment, and slitting in one compact unit.

The machine is food safe and meets relevant industry requirements, making it suitable for packaging applications where hygiene and safety standards are important. 

The system’s reduced footprint and front-loading roll access are intended to help with factory layout and day-to-day operation. 

It is also built to handle quick job changes, which may suit shorter runs and shifting production needs.

Why VOC-Free Lamination Matters

Conventional solvent-based lamination uses adhesives dissolved in organic solvents that evaporate during curing, releasing volatile organic compounds into the atmosphere. 

VOCs contribute to ground-level ozone formation (smog) and pose health risks in confined production spaces. 

Solvent-based systems also require drying tunnels and extended curing times, increasing energy consumption and work-in-progress inventory. 

ThermoLam eliminates both the emissions and the waiting.

Technology Integration

Beckhoff servo control technology is used to maintain accuracy during the lamination process, while inline cutting simplifies workflow and limits additional handling. 

The machine has a modular structure, allowing it to connect with other equipment in ABG’s FlexPack portfolio, including Galaxy pouch-making systems and PouchJet digital embellishment technology. 

ABG is also expanding its FlexPack activity through its Girona site, which is being developed as a Centre of Excellence for flexible packaging, giving customers the opportunity to see ThermoLam as part of a full production line, carry out test runs with their own materials, and review operational results.

Addressing Market Demands

Matt Burton, ABG global sales director, explained that ThermoLam represents a significant step forward in how converters approach lamination within flexible packaging. 

By combining performance, sustainability, and ease of use in a compact, modular system, the company is enabling customers to move faster, reduce waste, and adapt to changing market demands. 

As part of ABG’s wider FlexPack strategy, ThermoLam plays a key role in delivering a fully connected production workflow.

When Lamination Cuts the Curing Time

A laminator that requires no curing time turns hours into minutes. One that emits no VOCs turns a compliance headache into a non-issue. 

ABG’s ThermoLam is not just a machine, it is a production floor rethink: shorter cycles, less waste, faster turns, and air that workers can breathe without monitoring equipment.

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