by John Mascari and Kelly Mallozzi, Specialty Finishing Group, Inc. There seems to be a serious debate going on in our industry. The question is this: "Should a postpress company sell to end-users (or, as we have always known them, the printer's customers)? Historically, most postpress companies have taken a hands-off approach when it comes to dealing with those … [Read more...] about The End User – Fair Game or Game Over?
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Creating Energy Efficiency in the Bindery
by Melissa DeDonder, The Binding Edge When it comes to energy efficiency, suppliers and binderies often take different paths to arrive at the same conclusion. For suppliers, the newest technology provides a range of energy efficient features that can be a selling point for some industries. For an industry rooted in tradition, such as the binding and loose leaf industry, … [Read more...] about Creating Energy Efficiency in the Bindery
Two Steps to Efficient Riveter Set-Up
by Ted Rumatz, Bensons International Systems Q: Custom binder manufacturers have different methods to set up their riveters when they change to a different job. Some are very efficient, making adjustments to the riveter in a matter of a minute or two; and others spend quite a bit of time with trial and error on every adjustment made. Are there tips that can speed riveter … [Read more...] about Two Steps to Efficient Riveter Set-Up
Saddlestitching Industry Evolves as Some Printers Move Function In-House
by Jen Clark, The Binding Edge As equipment manufacturers develop machinery that can handle both digital publishing and finishing capabilities easily and efficiently, some trade binderies have seen a drop in work orders for saddlestitched products, which traditionally had been a large segment of their business. For others, as the work remains steady, new developments in … [Read more...] about Saddlestitching Industry Evolves as Some Printers Move Function In-House
Create a Sustainable Competitive Advantage
by Ken Garner Association of Marketing Service Providers (AMSP) I have been asked, "What's next?" by a number of AMSP members who believe they have successfully transformed their companies to become Marketing Service Providers. The question is asked in a way that suggests a final destination at the end of a long road of transformation has been reached. I'm afraid I have some … [Read more...] about Create a Sustainable Competitive Advantage
BIA Annual Conference Held in Indianapolis
Binding Industries Association More than 200 members of the Binding Industries Association converged in Indianapolis, IN, for three days of sessions, awards presentations and plant tours during the BIA Annual Conference. The 2013 BIA Annual Conference was held April 8-10 in Indianapolis, IN, in conjunction with the PIA Continuous Improvement Conference. More than 200 … [Read more...] about BIA Annual Conference Held in Indianapolis
2014 BIA Annual Conference – Save the Date!
Binding Industries Association The Binding Industries Association is thrilled to announce that it will be heading to The Fairmont Dallas, in Dallas, TX, March 31-April 2, 2014 for the BIA Annual Conference. The 2014 conference will feature educational sessions, networking with peers from around the world, plant tours and some of the worlds best suppliers to the industry. … [Read more...] about 2014 BIA Annual Conference – Save the Date!
BIA Notebook
Binding Industries Association BIA Thanks Members for Conference Success The Binding Industries Association had its annual meeting April 8-10 in Indianapolis, IN, at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. More than 216 attendees enjoyed unparalleled networking, interactive presentations and informative roundtables that will help develop solutions to everyday challenges. This was … [Read more...] about BIA Notebook
Book Trimming in the On Demand Age
The Binding Edge Historically, book trimmers were designed for long-run production environments; however, today's on demand marketplace is dominated by short-run productions, which carry distinctly different production requirements. Trimming technology needs to be able to reduce or eliminate makereadies so that book size changes can occur on the fly, with little or no … [Read more...] about Book Trimming in the On Demand Age
Building a Defense for Your OSHA Compliance
by Rick Hartwig, Printing Industries of America The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) never can announce an enforcement inspection ahead of time, but it does provide a host of indicators that can be used to predict the chances of an inspection. OSHA collects a vast amount of data on specific industry sectors that are used in part to develop materials such as … [Read more...] about Building a Defense for Your OSHA Compliance