Pleasant, I find that the films do not come forward, but are directed to the rear, where they fall on the table and not on the floor. I have now and then laminated 80mic film, ca 50 - 60 per year. The device needs endlessly to heat. Previously I had the Aldi, which was ready for use much more quickly, but went even faster break than this one, has ever given up the heating shortly after the warranty period expires. There is compared with other devices that have similar ratings, too expensive. I buy now another.