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A MORNING WITH ELEPHANTS

A MORNING WITH ELEPHANTS

Celebrate Thailand’s fantastic wildlife with this unique experience. End your day in the safari-style morning visit, where you will be greeted at sunrise by our herd of beautiful elephants. Relax and watch these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Get up close and personal with these amazing creatures!

Let us take you to Elephant Jungle Sanctuary for a morning visit. This is one of the most humane elephant sanctuaries in Phuket. You will experience fun activities like swimming with elephants, feeding them, and bathing them. What other way to start your day than with an encounter of the pachyderm kind?

Get up close and connect with a family of elephants as they splash around in the river. Just sit back, relax, and enjoy a mesmerising experience for both you and the elephants. This tour is set amongst the jungle at their sanctuary, and we will go the extra mile to make sure that you have an enjoyable and positive experience. Feeding, bathing and scrubbing these creatures can be very entertaining, and the elephants much appreciate offerings of food and other goodies!

It’s common in Thailand, especially in places like Phuket, to see elephant sanctuaries. Many of the elephant camps are focused on conservation, working with rescued elephants. And while everyone loves to view these grand creatures in the wilds, visiting them at a campsite is much more friendly. The main priority for these camps is to provide a high level of animal welfare, conservation and education. We believe in supporting such efforts and encourage you to do the same when exploring these types of venues for your adventure activities. You enjoy your time getting to know each one, rather than seeing them all through binoculars from a distance. Below are some reasons to consider visiting an elephant camp when in Phuket.

Connect with Elephants

Morning is the best time for these visits because the elephants are most active, and our guides will help you learn more about them with a tour through the forest to the river. Your day begins with a visit to a unique and ethical park to connect with elephants! You’ll have enough time to acquaint yourself with these gentle giants and develop a friendship with one of them. You can walk alongside them, feed them from your hand, go for a dip in their pool and have a mud spa.

This is a jungle excursion like no other. This unique sanctuary provides a home for elephants to live free in an open environment, with enough supply of freshwater, food, and shelter. They are given free rein in the area so they can enjoy their natural habitat. Watch how it is possible to treat them with compassion and respect. Join your friendly guide for an intimate encounter with the elephants. Here you will learn about elephant life, feed them bananas and sugar canes and bathe them in their natural home. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Interact with Magnificent Elephants

Elephant Jungle Sanctuary welcomes curious visitors to experience our animals’ lives first-hand. Our guides tell you about the animals’ personal history and how we work with them, and our mahouts will make you part of their circle, taking you inside the jungle and showing you behind-the-scenes areas of the sanctuary.

On our morning visit, you will learn about the history of Phuket’s elephant village and have an opportunity to hand-feed a young elephant – one of the highlights of a visit to the sanctuary. Our unique tour includes a visit to the bathing area where you can help bathe a fully grown adult elephant – a memorable experience that many others will never have! Plus, you’ll get a chance to feed our most miniature baby elephant by hand.

Guests of all ages and experiences will enjoy this morning tour. We offer close-up encounters that give visitors a chance to explore and learn about elephants in a natural setting. Our guides speak English and share extensive knowledge about the animals and their day to day lives. This activity is an opportunity to experience just what it is like to take care of these amazing animals every day.

Our morning tour is excellent for people who like to wake up early and see the elephants in the fresh light of the morning. We recommend you bring a towel, and some clothes – our mahouts will help visitors brush and wash the elephants, and it can be quite refreshing!

Safe Haven for Elephants

The Elephant Jungle Sanctuary has been providing a haven for elephants in Phuket for years now. The love and affection the elephants receive are evident in how content and healthy they are. Foreigners can visit on a morning tour where they’ll be able to appreciate some stunning views while learning more about the sanctuary’s mission. You can enjoy a leisurely to see these beautiful animals and do as much or as little as you like; The elephants will certainly let you know what they’d like from you!

For an extraordinary animal encounter for people who love to photograph, have your camera ready because the elephants are adorable and will want to say hello.

The elephants are free to behave naturally; they act like ordinary elephants, not circus animals. There is no riding, and we do not ask our elephants to work, perform or do any activity outside their natural behaviours. We allow them to seek natural shade and rest when they require it.

At the sanctuary, we only provide a natural habitat for our elephants – one which they would live in if they were still wild. All our elephants benefit from living with other elephants – known as a ‘group’ – and having a wide variety of grasses to eat, plenty of shade provided by the giant trees, and access to a safe watering hole.

Have a Great Morning with the Elephants

Are you ready to explore the jungle and meet its magnificent inhabitants? Join our trip and head into the wilderness with an expert mahout. This is a unique encounter that will surely touch your heart as you watch these gentle giants splash in the water and swing from branch to branch.

Morning visitors can feed the elephants from a safe distance, listen to the trumpet, and learn about their life at the jungle sanctuary. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional Thai buffet-style meal like sticky rice, papaya salad, mango-coconut sticky rice, tropical fruit salad, and fried bananas. The package also includes fresh drinking water and a special snack for feeding the elephants. Take photos with family and friends– all in one great value package deal!

Enjoy a morning at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, where you can walk hand-in-trunk with the gentle giants, learning about their care and natural history. This is an intimate experience that you will never forget! Great for animal lovers of all ages!

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Guide to Choosing The Right Paper Trimmer

There are so many options available when looking for a paper trimmer. So, how do you find the right paper trimmer for you? To find out, you need to ask yourself what do you need it for? Is it home use or to use professionally? This is an example of a change that could make a big difference in which paper cutter is perfect for you.

In this blog, we’ll have a look at a few of the high-quality paper cutters we offer at Rotatrim. This will give you an idea of the paper cutting systems available out there. Let’s explore what to look for when buying a paper trimmer:

How to Buy the Right Paper Trimmer

It’s important to look at all the options available. This will help you to make the right decision as you know what each different paper trimmer does. Once you know the benefits of a specific paper cutter, you can choose the right option that most matches your needs.

The most important difference between paper cutting systems is whether they’re for professional or home use. At home, your paper trimmer will not go through as much use as if it was in an office. When a paper cutter is in an office it will be used by multiple people, often many times a day. This is why durability will be a much bigger consideration for professional environments rather than buying one for your home.

Another example of professional use for paper trimmers is in the photography or graphic design industry. Someone in one of these industries may use a paper cutter to shape their photo prints or designs to the right size. This means they will need a highly precise trimmer that can cut to their exact specifications. Whereas, if the paper trimmer is only for home use, you will need one that is simple to use rather than highly technical.

Some of the most important things to consider are what material you’re cutting and the size of materials you’ll be cutting. Are you going to be cutting materials larger than A4? Then you will need a paper trimmer that can handle these demands. While A4 trimmers are one of the most popular options, think about the size of materials you’re going to cut. Choose a paper cutting system that most match your needs.

At Rotatrim, we offer paper cutters in a wide range of sizes. Look at all the choices available and make a choice based on what will work for you for the longest time. Another factor to look at is how often you will use your paper cutter. If you and others are going to be using the trimmer lots throughout the day, then a durable paper trimmer will be an ideal option. Heavy-duty paper cutters are more durable but can also cut tougher materials.

So, now you know some of the things to look out for when choosing a paper trimmer. But what are the options out there? At Rotatrim, we offer a wide range of high-quality paper cutting systems that are suitable for a variety of uses. Let’s explore some of the choices we offer so you can make the right choice for you:

Choosing a Rotatrim

All our paper-cutting systems are designed and built here in the UK. At Rotatrim, we only use the finest quality and precision-engineered components. Our specialist team of engineers then assemble our paper trimmers to provide precise and practical benefits. Our wide range of products includes paper cutters, precision trimmers, and cutting mats. Explore below to find the right Rotatrim for you:

MasterCut MC Series

For a more affordable paper trimmer that doesn’t sacrifice on quality, our MasterCut MC Series is the ideal option. It saves you money while providing incredible precision and performance. This paper trimmer is perfect for people who won’t be using their paper cutting system every day, but don’t want to lose any precision or durability.

Originally our Rotatrim MasterCut MC Series was designed for the education sector for use in schools and universities. This is because they’re a heavy-duty and precise trimmer like the Pro Series but are a more affordable option. The trimmers range from A4 to A0 sizes. Our A4 size will cut materials up to 350mm in length, fit an A4 landscape, and cut materials with a thickness of up to 2mm.

Technical Series

Our technical series is a large trimmer designed for challenging uses such as trimming tough materials. Stronger materials such as banners, PVC, and print plates need a more powerful trimmer. That’s why we developed our Technical T Series that can deliver consistent results with hard to cut materials. One of the reasons for this is its self-lifting clamp mechanism. This allows you to position large, thick materials and cut them with the same precision as smaller trimmers.

The technical series can cut materials in sizes from 650mm to 2500mm. It’s made from high-quality aluminium and ultra-hard Sheffield D2 Tool Steel self-sharpening, precision-engineered blades. This allows the trimmer to not only cut thicker materials but also thin materials; even tissue paper.

This trimmer is built for industrial uses such as in printers and banner and sign makers. It can also be a great option for technology colleges and universities. The trimmers’ overload protection feature and steel square guide rail also removes the risk of any head swivel. This not only ensures your safety while using the trimmer but improves its precision.

PowerTech PT Series

The PowerTech series is a precise large format trimmer purpose-built for large materials. It uses an electric paper guillotine powered by a foot pedal to give you a precise cut. To ensure your safety, the trimmer features an automatic safety clamp which also makes it simpler to position larger materials.

What makes Rotatrim stand out in the industry is our focus on precision and safety. Another example of this is the PowerTech series’ overload protection mechanism. This prevents any damage occurring to the trimmer or the material. The protection feature ensures the trimmer’s increased durability. Alongside its aluminium baseboard and end frames, this makes the PowerTech series a strong, high-quality, and long-lasting paper trimmer.

With this paper trimmer, you can cut a variety of materials in different sizes and thicknesses. One of the biggest benefits of this trimmer is it’s able to cut many materials without any adjustments. The PowerTech Series is available in a wide range of sizes from 0.65m to 2.5m.

We hope this blog has been a helpful guide for choosing the right paper trimmer. To find the right Rotatrim for you, get in touch today:

Contact Us Today

Give us a call on +44 (0) 1234 224545or visit our contact page today.

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Why Professional Photographers Should Invest in a Rotatrim

One of the final stages after taking a great shot is to cut your print down to prepare it for framing.

An essential part of this final process is to not only ensure your customer receiving the best possible finish but that your work is shown off to its full potential.

The help achieve this all you need is a Rotatrim paper trimmer.

Choosing the Right Paper Trimmer

Increased Accuracy:

To achieve a precise, accurate, clean finish you will require a high-quality paper cutter.

Our Pro range of trimmers are manufactured exactly for this.

Using the highest quality ‘Sheffield’ steel blades which sit upon a solid 25mm thick gridded baseboard. Along with the double stainless steel bars the cutting head glides along. A clear clampstrip and metal curser allow a precise, square cut every time.

An Investment:

Our trimmers are all built for the long term.

Hand built with British sourced material in our factory in Bedford, UK, every trimmer is built to last making them an investment to all of our customers.

Most of our trimmers come with a 5 Year Guarantee and all come with a Lifetime Guarantee.

Although our trimmers are built to last a lifetime, we understand sometimes spare parts or replacements maybe needed, we can supply these directly to you from our factory, usually on a next day delivery depending on your location.

Time Saving:

As most photographers are time reliant, a trimmer is a necessity for the print room.

Being out on several shoots a day along with then developing your images all take time. The last thing needed is to then have to painstakingly cut your prints by hand with a mat and knife.

Owning one of our trimmers will cut your cutting workload, quite literally, in half. Leaving you with more time to go out and do what you do best, shoot great images!

Easy to Use:

Using a Rotatrim trimmer is safe and easy to use by people of all ages and abilities.

We understand that creating a great image happens well before you print and trim it. You have to set up your tripod, position your camera and set it to the desired setting, the lighting has to be correct and then complete any finishing touches with Photoshop.

To complete your work with the high standard of work put in up to this point a high-quality trimmer is essential.

Cutting Correctly:

Any printing comes at a cost, from the actual cost of printing itself to the photopaper you print onto. Therefore, no mistakes can be made when it comes to the cutting and sizing of your work.

Our Pro range of trimmers solid laminate gridded baseboards with crosshair paper size guide along with a marked side rule, curser and clear clampstrip, all combined ensure making measuring and lining up your work is easier than ever.

Our hand-built trimmers are all squared before leaving our premises, ensuring every cut you make will be as clean and precise as the first.

Working with a variety of materials:

Photography and certainly the materials we are printing onto is constantly evolving.

Our trimmers are more than capable of cutting cleanly through a variety of materials in varying thicknesses.

Please see our website for each Rotatrim models material cut guide.

If you cannot find the material, you require on the list please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange having a sample sent to us to be tested on our trimmers.

To find out more about our products or for any further information please contact us on 01234 224545 or please fill in an enquiry form on our contact page and we will come back to you as quickly as possible.

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Rotatrim vs Scissors: Why a Rotatrim is a Must in the Home

Almost every home will have at least one pair of scissors, but there are not many that will own a Rotatrim.

There are many different makes and models of paper trimmers but the make and model you decide on will depend on the budget and the material and size you will be cutting.

A Rotatrim could be just as beneficial in the home as a pair of scissors.

Why a Rotatrim?

Cutting straight edges: Everyone knows a pair of scissors will cut a straight line but the hands operating them must be steady, otherwise an eternity could be spent trying to achieve a completely straight line.

However, with a Rotatrim trimmer a clean straight cut will be achieved within seconds. The sturdy yet light cutting head glides along so easily that even weaker hands will have no problems operating the trimmer.

Making larger material easier to cut: If you are either crafting or partaking in some light DIY projects there is a strong chance you may need to cut larger material. Rotatrim trimmers range in sizes from A4 all the way up to 4A0. Ensuring no matter what the size of material you are cutting, a smooth precise cut will be ensured.

Time saving: With its smooth sliding rotary blade action, a Rotatrim trimmer will cut through your material in no time at all. Within moments your projects will be cut cleanly and precisely with the ease you would expect from our trimmers.

Safe design: A Rotatrim trimmer has fundamentally been made to be used by people of all ages and abilities. With a completely enclosed cutting head a Rotatrim trimmer is completely safe and easy to be used by all.

More choice to suit your needs: Lastly it is worth mentioning a pair of scissors is just that, a pair of scissors. Our Rotatrim trimmers come in many models and sizes so we will always have a trimmer to suit your needs whether it be a small trimmer for crafting projects to full size powered trimmers that cut posters and banners.

If you are interested in our trimmers, please browse over our website and look at how a Rotatrim could make cutting an easier more enjoyable task.

If you require any further information, please call us on 012345 224545 or please fill out an enquiry form on our contact page.

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How Are Cutting Mats Made?

Cutting mats are often some of the most important pieces of kit in the arsenal of any crafter.  Strong, sturdy, and perfect for measuring on and cutting onto, they are reliable and will last years of regular arts and crafts. 

But how much do we actually know about cutting mats? Many of us take them for granted without ever really thinking about how they come into being!

The answer to this common riddle isn’t actually that difficult to find. Read on, and we will fill you in on what you can expect from your sturdy and reliable cutting mat.

Solid Plastic Mats

At the most basic level, cutting mats are made from extremely tough, resilient plastic. These plastic surfaces are specifically manufactured to ensure that, no matter how hard you cut into an object, and no matter how much support you may need along the way, they will always be on hand to give you something to lean on.

Factories and manufacturers who produce cutting mats stringently test their products. You will normally find that the most common, or toughest mats for cutting are made from a polyethene structure. This means that there are more molecules than ever binding together to create the perfect, robust plastic surface.

However, there are other cutting mat options out there which self-heal. But what exactly does this mean, and how can they help you when working on various arts and crafts projects?

Self-Healing Mats

Many plastic cutting mats self-heal, which means that if you scratch or groove them, they will effectively regenerate over time! This means that you get a lot of extra use out of your mat for a great value price.

These types of cutting mats are normally made from various types of plastic. Often, you will find that the middle or core of your mat is made from hard plastic, you will find in those discussed above. On the top and bottom of your mat, you will normally find a more flexible vinyl surface.

According to experts, it is these vinyl layers that offer the self-healing effect. While many people choose tough, robust plastic, many will look for self-healing options. Both, of course, are built to ensure that you get the most durability and longevity from your projects over time. 

Why Buy a Cutting Mat?

A cutting mat is a crucial accessory for anyone likely to work with craft knives and other sharp tools. Mats will give you essential stability while working, to ensure that you don’t slip and injure yourself. What’s more, they will give you a lot of grip for any projects you may be working on.  Crucially, too, they will help to protect any surfaces you may be working on top of. The last thing you will want to do is scratch or seriously damage your kitchen or bedroom work surfaces!

Therefore, regardless of how they are made, cutting mats are a great asset to any craftsperson, or to anyone likely to get busy with sharp cutting implements regularly!

There are thousands of fun crafts you can do with a cutting mat. Why not grab your family and make something together. Safe, fun and a memory that’ll last forever.

If you would like to find out more about how we can help you on your craft journey, get in touch today on 01234 224545 or pop us an email at sales@rotatrim.com.

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The Photography Show 2020

Rotatrim | The Photography Show

Clare and Lucy will be overseeing our stand, H71, at The Photography Show on 14-17 March 2020 at The NEC, Birmingham.

This will be the first time in 2020 that we will be showcasing our refreshed and renamed Pro Series trimmers. Visit us at stand H71 to see and try them for yourself.

You can also take a look at the Mastercut MC Series, or if you are looking for a large format trimmer then have a chat with Clare and Lucy about our DigiTech DT Series and Technical T Series trimmers.

We will be offering fantastic show discounts on our paper trimmers and cutting mats so be sure to pop along to stand H71 to find out what these are or just to say hello to Clare and Lucy.

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*NEW* Pro Series

For 2020, the Professional M Series trimmer has been updated and we are pleased to introduce the new Pro Series.

– Finest quality self-sharpening, absolute precision, “Sheffield” steel blades

– Twin stainless steel guide rails totally eliminating head swivel

– All metal end frames and head

– Aluminium side rule and cursor

– Totally redesigned laminate grid baseboard with crosshair paper size guides and uncluttered work area

– Solid 25mm thick baseboard and 2mm edging strip for extra stability and even longer durability

– Translucent clampstrip for accurate work placement

– Trims the thinnest material with ease

– No material thickness adjustment required

– PRO12 – PRO30 models: up to 3.0mm cut capacity

– PRO36 model: up to 2.0mm cut capacity

– PRO42 – PRO54 models: up to 1.5mm cut capacity

– Flexible 2-way cut on PRO12 – PRO18 with user option on PRO20 – PRO54 models

– Colour user instructions on underside of baseboard

– Completely safe and easy-to-use by people of all ages

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Season’s Greetings

We would like to wish all of our customers, distributors and suppliers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Christmas and Near Year Closures: Our offices and warehouse will be closed from Friday 20th December 2019 and will re-open on Monday 6th January 2020.

Last shipping date: Thursday 19th December 2019

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6 Reasons Why Every School Should Own a Rotatrim

In the classroom, you are likely to see a range of office tools being used from stationery items to printers and laminators. However one, often, overlooked item of classroom equipment is a good quality paper trimmer. Here in this blog, we will discuss why you should ensure that your school has a Rotatrim paper cutter.

Precise and Easy to Use by All Ages and Abilities

Here at Rotatrim, we appreciate how busy lecturers and teachers are, they want a task to be done as quickly and efficiently as possible. Whether its mounting artwork, trimming newsletters or exam course work, we can guarantee our trimmers will do the job quickly, precisely and efficiently. With a mounted rule and clear measurement markings on the heavy-duty board our trimmers are easy to use by people of all ages an abilities.

Safety

Safety is paramount in a school. This is why we have ensured that every trimmer we supply is completely safe to use by students of all ages and abilities. All of our trimmers feature an enclosed cutting head to ensure user safety.

Maintenance

Built for the long term, not just one term. Our trimmers are built to last and withstand heavy-duty, consistent use. Hand-built by our skilled technicians Rotatrim sources only the finest quality materials to ensure our customers get reliability and longevity from their trimmers.

From the Sheffield Steel used for our blades to the heavy-duty MDF used on our baseboards our trimmers are built to last and will require only minimal maintenance. We are proud to back up all our trimmers with a ‘Labour Free Servicing Guarantee’.

If something was to go wrong we sell maintenance and service packs for all of our trimmers and keep every part for your trimmer in our stock. Also, if it is something you are not happy to fix yourself we offer a repair service where one of our technicians will repair and service your trimmer for you. This makes your trimmer irreplaceable!

Cost-Effective Educational Supplies

Rotatrim understands, now more than ever, education budgets are tight. This is why it is so important to invest in reliable equipment. We can offer a trimmer in size and range to suit any budget without compromising the quality and efficiency our customers have come to expect from Rotatrim. We support the education sector fully and are proud to be able to offer competitive discounts on our cutters when sold directly into the education market.

Accessories

Along with a complete range of spare parts Rotatrim can offer many accessories to complement your trimmer and make life easier. From stand and waste collectors for your trimmers to rule extensions and roll dispensers we also offer high-quality self-healing cutting mats and flat blades in a range of different sizes

Paper Trimmer Range

Rotatrim stock a range of different paper trimmers to suit all your school’s need and budget. Our MasterCut range is our cost-saving trimmer that is lower on price but big on precision and performance. We then have the Professional range, our most recognised trimmer! A top of the range trimmer that many other companies try to replicate but none have achieved the high-quality precision the Professional is famous for.

These are but two of the high-quality range of trimmers we can offer, please contact us or call Rotatrim on 01234 224545 and our knowledgeable sales team will assist in finding you the trimmer that will best suit your requirements and budget. From the school office to the classroom, to the reprographics studio there is a Rotatrim to suit your needs

We hope that you find the information in this blog useful. If you have any questions regarding any of our products then feel free to contact us or call Rotatrim on 01234 224545.

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Why You Should Invest in a Rotatrim Paper Trimmer

Are you on the search for a paper cutter? 

Using scissors or an art knife with cutting mat to get the perfect edge can be a very tedious task. 

A paper trimmer is a tool which cuts material in a smooth, gliding action.

A paper trimmer is designed to handle a small volume of material at one time. 

A paper cutter is also very handy when it comes to cutting large pieces of material such as posters, banners and photographs.

What is a Rotatrim paper trimmer?

Rotatrim trimmers have a round rotary cutting wheel which is encased by a metal or plastic head. The blade moves along metal guide bars and a flat blade to ensure a straight, smooth cut. Rotary trimmers are essential for cutting a perfectly straight line. 

Paper cutters are used for projects that are precision critical and where multiple cuts are needed. To cut multiple amounts of material, the material is clamped under a clampstrip and butted up to the corner of the measurement rule to give as little movement as possible. Each model has a ruler measured in centimetres and inches.

Things you should consider when searching for the best paper cutter

There are many factors that go into deciding on the best paper cutter to suit your needs. Some of the features you should consider before purchasing your paper cutter is the size of material you wish to cut,the type of material you wish to cut, the volume of product you wish to cut at any one point, how the measurements are displayed on the cutter, if the paper cutter has a grid on the body to help with centering and attaining the correct size of cut, the construction and make-up of the trimmer and it’s base. You should also be aware of customer reviews regarding the product.

Benefits of a paper cutter

Benefits of using the paper cutting machine include faster cutting, accuracy, the ease of use and the longevity of our products. Our paper cutters are portable and safe to use. 

Our trimmers have been designed to be safe to use by people of all ages and abilities. Rotatrim paper cutters are made of stainless steel, MDF and other high-quality materials that can withstand heavy and consistent use either in an office, classroom or photo lab. 

Here at Rotatrim, we understand that when you are looking for a precise, clean cut a pair of scissors simply won’t cut it! 

It is worth investing in a high quality paper cutter to assist with your workload or simply an immaculate finish. If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us on 01234 224 545 or alternatively fill in our online contact form.

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Expert tips for printing professional photos

Rotatrim were lucky enough to be invited to showcase our world-class paper trimmers at this year’s Photography Show at the NEC in Birmingham. We spoke to loads of talented aspiring and professional photographers, and found that one of the most common issues they faced was ensuring that they printed high-quality, professional photos that truly displayed their brilliant work in it’s best light. If this sounds like an issue you’ve faced, keep reading for our expert guide on printing professional photos.

With the forecast set to reach a colossal 2.5 billion smartphone users this year, there have never been so many high-resolution cameras available at the touch of a button. Unlike the previously popular disposable camera, we can now store all our photos on our phones and view them at any time we may wish. Yet we rarely turn our digital images into prints.

Whether you’re an amateur photographer wishing to take your smartphone photos to the next level, or a professional photographer working from a home office and want to make sure you achieve the highest quality print for your clients, there’s a lot of important information you need to know to get your prints just right.

To print photos at home, you need a printer, this will generally either be an inkjet or a laser printer. An inkjet printer runs on ink cartridges, whereas a laser printer works with toner powder. Of course, standard devices can also print photos very quickly, but the quality is not to a professional standard.

Comparing Inkjet and Laser Printers

In laser printers, the colour dots are relatively wide, because they work with granular toner, which is also melted. Inkjet printers, on the other hand, have ink nozzles that produce tiny dots of colour. Laser printers usually print with four colours, while special photo inkjet printers juggle many more colours.

Inkjet printers are known and proven to have a better print quality than laser printers. If you want photos with intense colours, smooth colour transitions and clear contrasts, the inkjet is the printer for you. Another advantage of an inkjet printer for printing photos like a professional is that they can use special paper for photos – called “photo paper”. The choice of paper plays a big role in image quality, which is often underestimated.

The third benefit of inkjet printers is their low purchase price. The purchase is followed by high printing costs if you only use original cartridges from the printer manufacturers. Cheaper and more environmentally friendly are “refill ink cartridges”. Used, empty printer cartridges are cleaned and filled with new ink. This protects the environment as well as your wallet.

How are the High-Quality Images Produced?

Traditional inkjet printers have four ink cartridges for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black) – also known as a CMYK printer. Photo printers, on the other hand, also have photo inks for black and white and colour photos. An ink set can contain up to ten individual inks. For example, photo printers print a wider colour gamut than conventional inkjet printers, allowing for much richer, higher-contrast images.

Optimising your photos on your PC before printing will ensure the photo is clear and crisp. With just a bit of post-processing, you’ll get a lot more out of your shots. There are loads of processing programs available: from simple software to extensive software for professionals. All programs have basic functions. This allows you to crop images and adjust their brightness, colour or sharpness. You can refine these functions: not only regulate the brightness of the whole photo, but also the contrast and the exposure; light surfaces can be highlighted, shadows emphasised. If you want to set as little as possible, the automatic image correction and the red-eye correction are basic options that quickly make a huge difference.

Adjust the Printer Settings Correctly

You now have a suitable printer and have optimised your photos – it’s time to print.

Modern devices offer various settings. You probably already know some of these, such as paper orientation or two-sided printing. There are also options to improve your photo print. These include first and foremost the quality settings, the paper size and the paper type – especially important when printing on photo paper. If you feel like it, you can also have your images printed in mirror image using the printer settings.

Note: If you want to print fine black-and-white photos, DO NOT use the Grayscale option in the printer settings. Instead, use a black-and-white editing program to colour the images and then print them regularly in colour mode. The reason: especially with conventional inkjet printers for private use, images printed in grayscale mode are far from as colourfast as colour mode prints.

Once the photo has printed and looks sharp it’s time to frame it. When deciding on your frame be sure to take the style and colour scheme of the room into consideration. Whether your photo is a little too big for the frame, or you want a clean, crisp edge – using one of our high-quality paper trimmers you will be able to achieve just that. Our Professional M12 Paper Trimmer will allow you to cut materials up to 305mm and 3.0mm in thickness, the transparent clamp strip will provide accurate work placement, so no need to worry about slanted or skewed edges.

You can easily print your photos at home by yourself, especially if you own an inkjet printer. But before doing so, invest some time to optimise your images and set up your printer properly. Investing in some high-quality printer cartridges and photo paper will make those photos pop even more.

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