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Celebrating 43 Years of ALPS: Honoring Our Past, Investing in the Future! For more than four decades, Arkansas Laminating Products & Services has proudly served businesses, schools, government agencies, and organizations across the country. What began as a small family operation has grown into a trusted source for laminating supplies, equipment, and finishing services. Over the years, many things have changed — technology, equipment, and the needs of our customers — but one thing …

Good news for display and signage customers — both single and double easel are in stock! If you’ve been waiting to complete tabletop signage, promotional displays, or presentation boards, inventory is available and ready to ship. Easel backs offer a simple and professional way to create upright displays for retail, events, trade shows, classrooms, and office environments. They pair well with laminated signage and mounted materials to create durable, polished presentations. If you del …

We’re always looking for ways to make ordering laminating and binding supplies easier for our customers. ALPS now accepts Apple Pay for online orders, giving customers a fast, secure checkout option that works seamlessly across Apple devices. With just a tap, orders can be placed quickly and efficiently — no need to manually enter payment details. Apple Pay is a great option for customers who value speed and convenience, especially when placing repeat orders or purchasing on the go. …

When assembling reports, presentations, and training materials, the finishing process can take more time than expected. Manual punching, alignment issues, and rework all add unnecessary steps to projects that already run on tight schedules. To help simplify document assembly, ALPS now offers pre-punched clear covers and pre-punched vinyl back covers, designed to save time while delivering clean, professional results. Why Pre-Punched Covers Save Time • Eliminates the need for manual punching …

Planning an event? From custom event badges and laminated passes to lanyards, wristbands, and signage, ALPS provides professional event supplies designed to keep your event organized, secure, and stress-free. …

                                     At ALPS, we believe the quality of our products starts with the people who make them. Today, we’re proud to spotlight Floyd McBride — a key member of our production team who has been with ALPS for over a decade. For more than ten years, Floyd has been producing the laminating pouches our customers depend on every day. From card-size pouches and credentia …

Meet Briscoe — our Chief Fetching Officer (CFO)! He’s been making the rounds in the warehouse this week, keeping morale high and tails wagging. While Brisco’s busy fetching smiles, we’re fetching answers to one of the most common lamination questions we hear: What’s the difference between Regular and Digital lamination film? Regular Film – Best for a wide range of print types, including offset and other non-digital prints. Digital Film& …

We’re shining a light on something woven deeply into the fabric of our company: community. Our President, Megan Gray, has been actively involved with the Lonoke Area Chamber of Commerce for over eight years, including serving as last year’s President of the Board. Her dedication reflects everything we value as a family-owned business serving Arkansas since 1983. Megan puts it best:“…living & working in a community where you feel constant support by your elders, frien …

When it comes to laminating, not all machines are created equal. Whether you're preserving classroom materials, producing ID badges, or running full-color signs for a business, the right laminator can turn a stressful task into a smooth, efficient process. At ALPS, we help customers across the country—from teachers and church admins to print shop pros—find laminators that can keep up with their workflow. But how do you know which one is right for you? Let’s break it down. Cons …

Did you know ALPS offers FREE local delivery to qualifying customers in Central Arkansas? If your business, school, or organization is located nearby, you may be eligible for fast, convenient delivery - at no extra cost. Give us a call to see if you qualify, and let us help you get the laminating supplies you need without the added shipping fees. At ALPS, we’re proud to serve our local community—not just with quality American-made products, but with service that goes the extra mile. …