March 2018
Magazines can be expensive! And if you are a physician’s office where the magazines are handled roughly and often on a daily basis, then it can be a costly thing to replace. Instead, use these 4 swimple tricks to protect your magazines and to make them last longer.
Named for its preferred customer, the Ledco Professor Roll Laminator has an ease-of-usability that makes it perfect for schools and universities where multiple users may be present. It has been engineered to provide many years of dedicated service with minimal maintenance requirements. The Ledco Professor Roll Laminator has all of the features & benefits of the well-known Educator Roll Laminator, plus additional function and performance capabilities beyond expectations for all equipment in this price range.
Ok, I admit it...I am obsessed with binding rings! Seriously, it might be a little bit unhealthy. When one of my co-workers opened a bag for samples this week, I practically demanded they "gimme gimme gimme" so I could hang them from my fingers, dig my hands into the bag and just wiggle my fingers around. It's weird, I know, and I own up to that. But don't knock it till ya try it! Aside from the fact that book rings are fun to play with, you can also do SOOO MUCH with them! Here are just some of the hundreds of fun ideas found on my Binding Ring Obsessed Pinterest board to get your imagination flowing.
Making DIY Pads of paper is so much easier than you may think! Sure, you can use a padding press machine if you are making high volumes of pads for your business, but for individuals or small businesses who can't invest in a machine right now, here are 4 simple steps to make adorable hand made pads of paper without a machine. You just need a couple simple supply items, and a little creativity to get the job done -- and they make great gifts!
For those new to binding methods requiring glue, and even for some of those who have been in the industry for a while now, choosing between PUR and EVA glue types can be a challenge...partially because there is so much information available on the web, some of it quite overwhelming with scientific formulas and other complicated information. To simplify the decision of which binding glue is best, I have pulled together some of the most important factors that you need to consider, before you choose a glue for your books.
Choosing a document binding method for your application can be time consuming, and therefore, costly. With so many options to choose from, it can be an extremely frustrating task, but not anymore. Binding101 has compiled a list of the three most popular binding methods available (Spiral Coil Binding, Wire-O Binding, and Plastic Comb Binding) and the benefits and restrictions of each. Let us help you determine the best binding style for you.
I recently took my car to a local service shop for an oil change. After a pleasant experience in the waiting room with my "Chefs" magazine, I went to pay for the service. I was shocked to find that the paperwork they presented me with was completely unorganized and had footprints all over them. I also noticed that the merchant's copies were paper clipped together with my personal and payment information; I can only hope they would end up in a secured file cabinet. With identity theft being what it is today, and with my desire to have organized paperwork, (I am not OCD, I swear!) I was clearly unhappy with the result...especially when there is a simple and inexpensive solution.
Have you ever wanted to make your own customized, gorgeous, and unique ring-binders? Here at Binding101 we are experts in binder customization with more than 75 years of experience! We can create all kinds of custom binders for you for a reasonable price, however, we do have minimum order requirements, so if you only want a couple of your own binders, then we recommend you put on your crafty-hat and make your own. We have created an easy step-by-step guide to help. Are you excited yet? Let's get started!
Need to know how to repair a book? Binding101 has all you need to repair damaged and broken book bindings, including full book repair kit, tape, corner reinforcement protectors, flexible adhesive and more. For those books that are close to heart, mend the bindings and corners using the helpful tips and product suggestions below. Book repair is fairly simple and can quickly restore book bindings to near-original condition. (Note: If the book is extremely old or a collectible item, then we recommend you take the book to a professional repair specialist)
Magnets are available with a huge variety of options to fit a client’s exact needs. You have the opportunity to choose a magnet size, (or get a whole roll that you can cut yourself) a magnet thickness (and therefore, the strength) and a magnet coating. Below are small summaries of the variety of magnet options to choose from to help you select the best option.
A Grommet Press sets self-piercing grommets/washers into paper, laminate, fabrics, foam core boards and many other materials. Using a 2-piece grommet/washer set, simply place your material between the 2 die pieces in your grommet press machine & push down the handle. Because our grommet presses use self-piercing grommets, you can punch the hole and set the grommets in this one simple step. The neck of the grommet punches a hole in the material and is rolled into the washer to create a firm hold in just one step.
Choosing a Grommet Press:
Grommet presses are simple machines to operate, so some might think that it doesn’t matter what machine they get; they’re all the same… however, this is not correct. This equipment is available for low volume (in simple desk-top hand presses), medium volume (with spring-loaded technology so minimum pressure is needed to set the grommets/washers) and high volume (pneumatic presses that get attached to an air compressor and are operated with a foot pedal).
The CSTEP-2 Advanced Grommet Press is a new and advanced press for low to mid-volume work. An innovative European designed handle helps reduce the force necessary to apply grommets while the soft-grip offers increased comfort. An enlarged throat depth offers more versatility in the placement of grommets as deep as 4-1/4”. It will accept self-piercing grommets: #00 3/16”, #0 ¼”, #1 5/16”, #2 3/8”, #3 7/16” and #5.5 11/16”, with the corresponding dies. Measures 17.75” x 3.625” x 9.25” and weighs about 12 lbs. Comes standard with 1 year manufacturer’s warranty.
The CSTON-1 is a “stroking” grommet press features a spring-loaded handle that requires minimum pressure on the handle to apply grommets into all thicknesses of materials. On this machine the die actually “taps” the grommet so that it rolls over the washer to fasten. The tension spring makes it tap with more or less force, depending on the material. With some thicker materials, a second pull is necessary for a snug attachment, but this is very rarely required. It has a throat capacity of 5-1/2” and measures 20.5” x 7.9” x 12.4” and weighs about 50 lbs. Comes standard with 1 year manufacturer’s warranty.
The new and improved CSPIC-2 is the ultimate pneumatic attaching machine for professional use. Its accelerated process will increase efficiency and save in labor costs. An advanced safety system will protect the operator while not interfering with the speed or work load. A pneumatic foot peddle activates the press, requiring no human-pressure other than a tap of the foot. This not only makes the job easier for the operator, but also provides consistent pressure throughout the job, so you can get a perfect outcome every time. It will work with any small air compressor (not included). The CSPIC-2 will handle all self-piercing grommet sizes. It measures 41.1” x 19.7” x 14.2” and weighs about 50 lbs. Comes standard with 1 year manufacturer’s warranty.
Choosing a Grommet Size:
If you are using a grommet press for thin applications, such as banners, posters and laminate, then standard self-piercing grommets are needed. These are available in a variety of sizes including. If you are using a grommet press for thicker applications, such as foam core boards, then you will need long neck self-piercing grommets where the length under the flange is bigger. If you will be doing both thin and thick materials, it is recommended that you get both kinds of grommets. The reason for this is that if you use the long neck grommets on the thinner materials, the neck is too long to roll over onto the washer and you will be left with a grommet that spins in place.
| Self-Piercing Grommets / Washers | |||||
| Grommet Size | Hole Size (After Setting) | Flange Diameter | Length Under Flange | Washer Inside Diameter | Washer Outside Diameter |
| #XX00 | 1/8" (3.4mm) | 0.28" (7.1mm) | 0.154" (3.9mm) | 0.181" (4.6mm) | 0.315" (8mm) |
| #X00 | 11/64" (4.4mm) | 0.335" (8.5mm) | 0.193" (4.9mm) | 0.197" (5mm) | 0.335" (8.5mm) |
| #00 | 3/16" (5mm) | 0.378" (9.6mm) | 0.197" (5mm) | 0.224" (5.7mm) | 0.378" (9.6mm) |
| #0 | 1/4" (6.3mm) | 0.457" (11.6mm) | 0.209" (5.3mm) | 0.272 (6.9mm) | 0.457" (11.6mm) |
| #1 | 5/16" (8mm) | 0.591" (15mm) | 0.232" (5.9mm) | 0.362 (9.2mm) | 0.591" (15mm) |
| #2 | 3/8" (9.4mm) | 0.74" (18.8mm) | 0.22" (5.6mm) | 0.421 (10.7mm) | 0.74" (18.8mm) |
| #2LN | 3/8" (9.4mm) | 0.74" (18.8mm) | 0.354" (9mm) | 0.421 (10.7mm) | 0.74" (18.8mm) |
| #3 | 7/16" (11.6mm) | 0.965" (24.5mm) | 0.228" (5.8mm) | 0.543" (13.8mm) | 0.965" (24.5mm) |
| #3LN | 7/16" (11.6mm) | 0.965" (24.5mm) | 0.312" (8mm) | 0.543" (13.8mm) | 0.965" (24.5mm) |
| #5.5 | 11/16" (18.2mm) | 1.11" (28.2mm) | 0.248" (6.3mm) | 0.768" (19.5mm) | 1.11" (28.2mm) |
| #12 | 1-1/2" (40.2mm) | 2.453" (62.3mm) | 0.461" (11.7mm) | 1.610" (40.9mm) | 2.453" (62.3mm) |
Grommet Dies are available in the same sizes as standard self-piercing grommets, including #00 3/16”, #0 ¼”, #1 5/16”, #2 3/8”, #3 7/16” and #5.5 11/16”. Special sizes, including #XX00 1/8”, #X00 11/64” and #12 1-1/2” are also available for special order. It is important that you purchase the corresponding die/grommets because they will not work with varying sizes. For example, if you have a #2 Self-Piercing die, then you can only use this with #2 and #2LN grommets.
Self-Piercing Grommets are available in brass, antiqued brass, silver nickel or black. Custom colors can also be manufactured in nearly any PMS color of your choosing. Stocked in sizes #00 3/16”, #0 ¼”, #1 5/16”, #2 3/8”, #3 7/16” and #5.5 11/16”. Also available in special sizes including #XX00 1/8”, #X00 11/64” and #12 1-1/2”.
About the Author • Mallory Morsa has been the product expert at Binding101 since 2008, and has grown up in the industry. Every day she pushes herself to learn new information, incorporating real-life experiences to create solutions to the most common problems in the industry, and then present those solutions in a way that is easy to understand for everyone, from novices to experts.
Brand your company with attractive customized index tab dividers. Binding101 offers all styles of custom index tabs including options such as custom sheet sizes, tab shapes, premium full-color printing, colored Mylar™ on tabs, and more! Custom printed tab dividers add the finishing touch to your presentation, while also organizing your materials and allowing easy and quick access to information that is filed. We can make literally any kind of tab divider you need!
Are you following the FACTA regulations properly for your business? With identity theft constantly on the rise, and information security more important than ever, you need to be your own advocate and protect yourself and your business from this threat. With the top two brands, and a huge variety of shredding machines for users of all kinds, you can rest easy knowing you are buying the best shredder for your business, whether you have 1 employee or 1,000. Learn why shredders are so important, and browse some of the top document destroyers on the market.
At Binding101 we pride ourselves on our knowledge and ability to match a binding machine to specific customer's needs, ensuring that you don't overpay for something too big, or buy a binding machine that is too small for your volume and use. For office environments with medium workloads, our first choice is the Rhin-O-Tuff 3250CL Binding System, and here's why...
Customized Journals are a great way to gain, and keep business with your biggest clients. With multiple sizes and a wide assortment of cover materials to choose from, we can help you create the perfect custom journal to fit your specific needs. These promotional tools are perfect for branding your organization. Follow through these 5 steps to learn just how easy it can be to create your own customized journal.
