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Bill Formella is a 25 year veteran in the 3D laminating industry with extensive involvement in every facet including machinery, materials, supplies, as well as training and technical support. Bill is the Technical Applications specialist for Smartech International and writes the Tech|Tips - 3DL blog, a free service provided by Smartech for the benefit of the entire 3D Lamination industry. Bill is also the owner and moderator of the LinkedIn group Membrane Pressing & 3D Laminating Design. Follow him via twitter @formellacsi and @smartechint.

Components & Sourcing

3DL Component Quality: Believing Is Not Achieving!

Whether we’re outsourcing 3DL components, buying our own press, or sourcing materials, we are simply too quick to believe we can do it cheaper, better, and faster than those who have proven themselves with consistent performance.

By Bill Formella, July 3, 2012 | 11:25 am CDT

Custom

3D Laminating Fundamentals: Summer School for Buyers & Specifiers

I’m convinced the average buyer or specifier of 3D laminated components simply does not understand the distinctions in the products available and their quality.

By Bill Formella, June 27, 2012 | 1:28 pm CDT

Furniture

Woodgrain 3D Laminate: How Real Can It Look?

Can the average home owner distinguish between the new version of laminate doors and real wood from 10 feet? Answering that question requires more than a simple yes or no.

By Bill Formella, June 20, 2012 | 8:53 am CDT

Furniture

3D Laminate Components: What Story Is Your Picture Telling?

At the risk of bogging you down with a blog about a blog about blogging, Rick Hill’s blog from last week is not only right on target, it is extremely relevant for the 3D laminating industry.

By Bill Formella, June 13, 2012 | 9:53 am CDT

Closets

Not Your Mama’s Thermofoil Door?

I want to talk about the most common misconception among consumers of thermofoil products: that thermofoil is synonymous with white and looks like cheap plastic.

By Bill Formella, June 6, 2012 | 10:51 am CDT

Closets

Thermofoil: 3D Laminating Technology Grows Up

This year the North American market for 3D laminated thermofoil turns 24. While there were some struggles in its infancy, the good news is 3D laminating now produces components that are both aesthetically pleasing and extremely durable.

By Bill Formella, May 31, 2012 | 10:09 am CDT