Spiral Binding's new EasyPunch from James Burn is a lower-cost version of existing automated punching technology. The machine provides versatile, easy-to-use operation, handling a wide array of paper stocks, covers and tabbed stock. “This allows companies that couldn’t previously justify the expense of an automated punch to now afford this time-saving technology,” said Joe … [Read more...] about Tech Watch: Spiral Binding’s EasyPunch from James Burn
Mechanical Binding
Embossed Cookie Makes a Splash
By Cienna Sorell, writer, PostPress An enormous, 14-inch Oreo cookie that looks good enough to eat, is held together by a mysterious binding technique. Designed by Nabisco’s in-house team and offset printed CMYK by Sandy Alexander, Inc., the giant Oreo Brand Guidelines Book uniquely holds together the brand’s guidelines. This extraordinary binder looks and feels like a … [Read more...] about Embossed Cookie Makes a Splash
Paper Punching in the Digital Age
Reprinted from The Binding Edge While many predicted the digital age would be the death of print, time has proven that to be anything but true. If anything, digital technology and print have proven to co-exist quite nicely. This is due in part to the continued need for hard copies of important documents and reference materials. As a result, processes such as spiral binding … [Read more...] about Paper Punching in the Digital Age
Finding the Perfect Recipe for Thick-Book Binding
By Katy Ibsen, managing editor PostPress There is no shortage of thick books in this world that required a special binding; text books, novels, educational tools, training manuals, dictionaries and so forth. We’ve all had the opportunity to connect with a thick book. When a client brings a thick book to your bindery, it’s important to understand what they are trying to … [Read more...] about Finding the Perfect Recipe for Thick-Book Binding
Tips for Binding Large Documents with Coil
by Joe Bondonna, Spiral James Burn For years people have attempted to come up with a better solution to binding large-sized documents using plastic coil. Some common quick fixes include: Jogging books into oval-shaped channels Inserters with rollers that have "gap space" adjustments 4:1 oval punching dies (oval dies can help) Inserters that use mandrel drive … [Read more...] about Tips for Binding Large Documents with Coil
Coil Binding for Thick Books
by Anna Massey, director of marketing, Gateway Bookbinding Systems Plastic spiral binding is a common and popular binding choice for all types of printed projects. In addition to being the binding of choice for reports, school agendas and cookbooks, spiral binding often is determined to be the best choice for thicker projects with 250 or more sheets. Coil binding allows … [Read more...] about Coil Binding for Thick Books
Advances in Punching and Perforating
by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress The printing industry has witnessed several changes over the last few decades. With the growth of print technology which allows jobs to run at higher volumes in faster periods of time, processes such as punching and perforating have evolved in order to better meet the needs of printers. Industry shifts have resulted in greater numbers … [Read more...] about Advances in Punching and Perforating
Q&A: Paper Punching
Although technology has changed the manner in which information is received, it has not changed the need to archive important documents and reference materials. Binding experts believe on demand printing and spiral binding will continue to expand well into the future. Industry experts at Punchmaster Tool & Die Ltd. and Update Ltd. offered their insights about paper punching … [Read more...] about Q&A: Paper Punching
Planning for Plastic Spiral Binding
by Anna C. Massey, Gateway Bookbinding Systems Ltd. If you aren't already doing plastic spiral binding, you really should be. Plastic spiral has become one of the most popular mechanical binding choices in today's market. The durability of plastic spiral, the vast array of available colors from which to choose and advancements in the automation of the coil binding process … [Read more...] about Planning for Plastic Spiral Binding
Choosing a Mechanical Binding Method: Plastic Coil or Wire?
by Jen Clark, The Binding Edge Mechanical binding can be a cost-effective way to create bound documents that open flat and can offer 360-degree rotation. With the right tools, companies can have professionally punched and bound documents produced in-house. Determining if a project needs to utilize plastic coil or wire, though, starts with knowing how the finished product … [Read more...] about Choosing a Mechanical Binding Method: Plastic Coil or Wire?