Akiles WireMac-EX [3:1 Pitch Model] Item#04AKWIREMEX31

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Expert Product Review: WireMac-EX  by Mallory Morsa
           
Hi everyone! My name is Mallory Morsa, and I am the product expert at Binding101. I have been a part of the Binding101 team since 2008, where I started out in service and sales, learning our customers' needs and how to offer truly exceptional service. After a of couple years, I moved into a role of product management that required in-depth product research, as well as training of our staff. And in my honest expert reviews, I am proud to share that extensive knowledge with you. Take a look at the product review below, which will highlight both the pros and the cons, as well as identify the ideal customer. If you have any questions or need more information, please call our customer care team at (866)537-2244. Thank you for stopping by, and please check out our Binding101 social media channels by clicking the icons above.

I RECOMMEND THIS FOR: 
The WireMac-EX is a new Akiles machine that is a great option for mid-duty twin loop book binding in offices that need the strength of a machine capable of handling daily binding, but not one that should be run all day long without rest periods every few hours. If you are not binding daily and need something less-powerful, you may want to check out the Akiles WireMac-M. Or if you need something heavier duty or for more frequent and larger workloads, you may want to consider the WireMac-E and possibly even add the FlexiCloser Electric Wire Closer.
 

WHAT I LIKE:
I like that this machine is at a good price point between the manual machines and the heavy duty electric machines. It offers a combination of manual and electric features, along with a medium-duty motor, that help to keep the pricing economical while still providing really high-quality components. I like that punching is activated with a foot pedal instead of a button, because it gives you both hands to be able to handle your documents with complete control. I love that it has a stylish black finish that will match well in any office (much better than the industrial-looking tan on many other machines). It also has the 100% disengageable pins, which is a huge perk if your book size ever varies because it lets you stop a specific hole from punching. This cool feature also lets you make patterns of punching for creative wire binding.
 

THINGS TO CONSIDER:
Just remember that, just because this is an electric punch, does not mean it is meant for high capacities or heavy volumes – it is an office-rated machine that can be run daily, but should not be used for longer than two to three hours without cool-down periods. The wire closer is still manual, so you will need to set it for the different wire sizes you are using and pull the handle around your wire to close it.
 

THE BOTTOM LINE:
Overall the WireMac-EX is a great office-duty machine for anyone who needs to bind twin loop books on a daily basis, but not continuously. The electric punching stops your arms from getting tired of punching and punching through stack after stack, and the black finish is sleek and looks great on a desk or workstation. As long as you work within the parameters of this machine, it is a great option and will give you beautifully finished wire bound books.