Known for its core values of capacity, speed, and quality, Wenzhou YOUBOND Machinery Co., LTD (Youbond Machinery) specializes in the research, development, and production of laminating machines, card laminating machines, and labeling machines. In this SPECIAL FEATURE INTERVIEW with Sales Manager, Mr. Michael Yu, discover how these Youbond machines that are crafted with modern high-precision laser equipment offer customized solutions tailored to your market needs.
LAST YEAR, YOUBOND MACHINERY MADE A SUCCESSFUL INDUSTRY EXHIBITION DEBUT IN WEST AFRICA THROUGH YOUR EXCLUSIVE PARTNER IN NIGERIA, ANKAN GRAPHICS, AT PROPAK WEST AFRICA. TELL US ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE?
Our participation in the PROPAK West Africa exhibition via our exclusive Nigerian partner, Ankan Graphics LTD, was a highly successful market debut. This is because we found out that the local Printing and Packaging Industry has a strong demand for cost-effective equipment, and our Youbond laminating machines on display received more inquiries than expected. Also, while leveraging Ankan Graphics’ local resources, we quickly reached small and medium-sized printing enterprise clients across West Africa. In summary, our debut clarified our product adaptation direction for the West African market (that is, equipment parameters tailored to local raw materials).
TELL US ABOUT YOUBOND CUTTING-EDGE LAMINATING MACHINES, SPECIFICALLY FOR SMALL ENTERPRISES, MID-RANGE, AND HIGH-END OPERATIONS?
Youbond’s laminating machines cover full-scenario needs such as:
– Small enterprises: We offer compact, budget-friendly models with simple operation and a small footprint, suitable for small-batch, multi-category print laminating;
– Mid-range enterprises: Our core mid-tier models focus on high stability, supporting continuous operation with medium capacity, balancing efficiency and cost;
– High-end clients: We provide intelligent laminating production lines with automatic parameter adjustment, suitable for high-speed, high-precision packaging material laminating.
WE UNDERSTAND THAT YOUBOND MACHINERY PROVIDES TOTAL SOLUTIONS FOR CORRUGATED LAMINATION TO A GLOBAL CLIENT. WHAT SORT OF APPLICATIONS ARE YOUR MACHINES DEPLOYED FOR?
Our corrugated laminating equipment is mainly deployed in:
– Food/daily necessities packaging: Enhancing the water and wear resistance of corrugated boxes;
– E-commerce logistics packaging: Improving the damage resistance of packages;
– Brand display materials: Laminating corrugated posters and display stands to enhance visual texture.
ACQUIRING BRAND-NEW PRESSES CAN BE HIGHLY CAPITAL-INTENSIVE, AMONG OTHER FACTORS, FOR A SMALL/MEDIUM-SCALE PRINT & ALLIED BUSINESS. DOES YOUBOND HAVE PRE-OWNED MACHINES, AND HOW CAN PRINTING COMPANIES ACQUIRE THEM?
Youbond does not export second-hand equipment. If the customer informs us that they need the second-hand machine, we will pay attention to it. Then, if an old customer tells us they want to sell their current machine, we will let the two customers talk directly.
WHAT BRAND OF YOUBOND MACHINERY ARE PRESENTLY INSTALLED AND RUNNING SUCCESSFULLY IN NIGERIA AND WHERE?
Mapleleaf Press Limited. The model we installed is YB-1450HG Heavy-duty Servo type laminating machine.
“Youbond’s laminating machines cover full-scenario needs”.
SUSTAINABILITY AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) ARE SOME OF THE BIGGEST ISSUES DRIVING INVESTMENT. HOW ARE YOUBOND MACHINERY DRIVING SUSTAINABILITY AND AI QUESTIONS IN TERMS OF CARBON EMISSIONS, WASTE REDUCTION, ENERGY COST, AND WORK EFFICIENCY, AMONG OTHERS?
For Sustainability, we achieve low-carbon operations by optimizing equipment energy consumption (reducing power usage by 30%), supporting biodegradable laminating materials, and minimizing waste discharge (automatic trimming of leftover materials). Then for AI technology, our machines utilize AI technology for remote control, allowing engineers to resolve issues anytime a malfunction occurs. The machines are equipped with cameras to continuously monitor the paper feeding process, improving operational efficiency by about 20%.
WHAT ARE THE OTHER TRENDS PLAYERS MUST WATCH OUT FOR THIS YEAR, AND WHICH OF YOUBOND MACHINERY’S LINES ARE POSITIONED FOR THESE TRENDS?
2026 Industry Trends to Monitor: Popularization of intelligent automated equipment, adaptation to green packaging materials, and growing demand for regional customized services.
Our Positioning: We focus on promoting intelligent laminating production lines and models adapted to eco-friendly materials while strengthening local service networks.
WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE AFRICAN MARKETS THIS YEAR, ESPECIALLY NIGERIA AND OTHER WEST AFRICAN MARKETS?
In 2026, we will:
– Deepen the Nigerian market: Collaborate with Ankan Graphics to launch customer training and equipment inspection activities;
– Expand to other West African markets: Participate in industry exhibitions in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, and establish local dealer networks;
– Launch regionally customized models: Equipment versions adapted to local printing materials in West Africa.
AS A LEADER IN THE MANUFACTURING OF PRECISION LAMINATING MACHINES, WHAT WILL YOU BE OFFERING TO THE MARKET, ESPECIALLY NOW THAT ANKAN GRAPHICS HAS CONFIRMED PROPAK WEST AFRICA 2026 PARTICIPATION?
Due to other commitments already scheduled for that time in 2026, our company personnel will not be attending the trade show in person. However, we will fully support Ankan Graphics and the local market.
WILL THERE BE SPECIALS, PROMOS, OR DISCOUNTS THAT YOU WILL BE OFFERING TO YOUR CURRENT AND PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS AT PROPAK WEST AFRICA 2026?
If customer placed the order during PROPAK West Africa 2026, we will offer:
– 3% discount + free installation service for on-site new machine orders;
– Signing clients will receive 1 year of free spare parts supply service.
WHAT ADVICE CAN YOU GIVE TO OPERATORS IN HANDLING THEIR MACHINES, NOT JUST YOUBOND, SO THAT THE PRESS CAN STAND THE TEST OF TIME?
Pre-startup Inspection: Be sure to confirm that the core components of the surface paper machine, such as paper feeding, gluing, pressing, and cutting, are free of debris and wear, so that the parameters of glue amount and paper tension match the requirements of the production order, and check that the safety protection devices are intact.
Standardized Operating Procedures: Strictly follow the equipment operation procedures for paper loading.
Machine Adjustment and Startup: Do not arbitrarily adjust key parameters such as speed and pressure. Conduct regular inspections of paper laminating quality during production, and promptly address issues such as wrinkling, insufficient gluing and misalignment.
Safety Protection: Wear labour protection supplies such as protective gloves and goggles during operation. It is strictly forbidden to put hands into the rotating rollers and cutting areas. Stop the machine immediately and report when the equipment makes abnormal noises or malfunctions; running the equipment with faults is prohibited.
Daily Maintenance: Clean up paper scraps and residual glue on the surface of the equipment before finishing work, add designated lubricating oil to the parts requiring lubrication, and keep detailed records of equipment operation and maintenance to facilitate subsequent problem tracing.
Skill Improvement: Take the initiative to learn the structural principles of the equipment and common troubleshooting methods, participate in operation training organized by manufacturers or enterprises, and accumulate experience in adapting to different types of paper and glue.
WITH ANKAN GRAPHICS LTD AS YOUR PARTNER, WHAT ASSURANCE ARE YOU GIVING YOUR CUSTOMERS TO GUARANTEE YOUR COMMITMENT TO THEIR SERVICE, SPARE, AND OTHER TECHNICAL NEEDS ANYTIME, ANY DAY?
Through Ankan Graphics, we provide customers with:
– Fast technical support response;
– Regular on-site inspections to proactively identify equipment hazards.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME.
About WENZHOU YOUBOND MACHINERY CO., LTD
Wenzhou YOUBOND Machinery Co., LTD (Youbond Machinery) specializes in the development and production of laminating machines. Though its products range from small, middle-level, high-standard, and sophisticated laminating machines, Youbond Machinery can also carry out personalized laminating machine customization to meet the specific needs of its customers. There are more than 20 inventions and utility model patents within the company’s range of products. And having all the products of the company pass the strict European Union’s CE certification (Conformité Européenne) – a mandatory marking for products sold within the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA), this signals Youbond Machinery’s conformity with high health, safety, and environmental protection standards. Hence, Youbond Machinery is committed to the perfect solution for the global Printing and Packaging Industry.
