[yugyug]

Just came across this term used by a client in regards to printing a 3 panel roll fold flyer, "machine sealed". Does anyone know if this refers to a varnish or a cello-glaze, or something else. my google search gave me the impression it is usually applied to envelopes which is not true in this case, cheers and thanks

quick edit (though its a long shot): but if anyone knows the japanese terms for cello or varnish it would be very helpful......!

[Westbo]

"Machine sealed" most likely refers to mechanically applying a paper or plastic wafer seal or glue strip to seal a brochure closed. It also can apply to inserting and sealing into a polybag, envelope or carton. This is usually done in direct response programs. Postal systems usually require most kinds of mailings be sealed or contained in some manner.

As for Japanese translation try this link: Online English to Japanese to English Dictionary

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[glypht]

In my experience, 'machine-sealed' means applying a varnish to the print after printing. It's a low-cost alternative to laminating or UV varnish.

[Westbo]

Hmmm..... never heard it referring to varnishing but what the hey, you can learn something new everyday.

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[yugyug]

westbo I too considered they were talking about a kind of film packaging for mailing purposes, but they specifically refer to "2-sided machine sealed" so I think maybe it is a varnish as glypht said. I guess I will find out soon enough.

[KeriVit]

Let's go with laminated!

[Thorzdad]

I'm thinking it means a 2-side aqueous coating. A varnish.
I'll go ask some pre-press guys and see if they know fer-sure...

[Thorzdad]

Okay...according to the guys over at PrePress Forums, "machine sealed" most likely refers to a varnish.