What are the Best Wire-O Binding Machines?

Binding101 was founded by a family-owned company that has been around since 1932. With so much experience in the industry, we know what we are talking about when it comes to document binding. Throughout the years we have navigated through different manufacturers of wire binding equipment, as well as different brands and models. And through that, we have encountered some truly wonderful machines that are not only versatile and easy, but are also high quality to last...they offer a fantastic value! So today we are going to use this industry experience to address the question: "what are the best Wire-O binding machines?". So here we go...

We define "best" as several features that combine together to offer a high value. These features include the functionality, ease-of-use, features, durability, and price. The best is not always the most expensive, and the best for one kind of company (such as a corporation) might be different than the best for another type (such as a school). So to truly find the best wire binding machine for you, you will need to evaluate some of your needs as an individual who will be using the machine, and as a business. These are the key factors to think about and discuss with your team before you buy a new Wire-O binding machine:

• What is our volume?
• How many people will use the machine?
• What size books (thickness and sheet size) will we be making? Will this change in the foreseeable future?
• How important is the final look / presentation?
• What is our budget now, and moving forward for consumables?

So with those questions in mind, your individual needs may vary a bit from the specific machines we discuss below...but in general, the brand names that we discuss are high-value across the board, so you really can't go wrong sticking with these top wire binding machine brands.

Now let's dive in!

Akiles line of WireMac Wire Binding Machines

Akiles is almost always my go-to for a binding machine of any kind. Their WireMac line of wire binding equipment is no different. They offer incredibly value and keep the overall price of the machine quite low considering all of the features, functionality, and how each their equipment is to use. Although Akiles manufactures overseas, their office is US-based, and we have a solid relationship with them, which has led to careful one-on-one care whenever we encounter any problems (which is rare). They also have open ears so we provide feedback and suggestions that are sometimes incorporated into future models to continuously improve them for the changing business needs.

The WireMac line of Akiles machines is especially great. There are 4 different WireMac models available, each with a different volume of user in mind, so they can really fit the bill for small office wire binding, medium, and large corporate solutions.

Rhin-O-Tuff's line of Onyx Binding Machines

So Rhin-O-Tuff machines are a bit different...they are multi-functional punching machines, meaning that they will punch the hole patterns for Wire-O as well as plastic coil bindings, comb, and more. All you do to switch between patterns is slide in a new punching die. They do not, however, come included with the binding unit which, for wire binding supplies, would be a wire closer. This is something you would get in addition to the punch, and either mount it onto the top, or use it as a stand-alone unit.

Even though they are punch only, these machines are top-quality and made in the USA. They are sleek, professional, and can punch higher capacities than other machines, so there is less time spend punching stacks. They are high-value because of their durability, functionality, and their versatility, PLUS they have the longest warranty for a wire binding machine in the industry, which is 3-years long (most manufacturers offer between 90 days and 1 year only). The investment into these machines is higher than most Akiles machines, but the added functionality is a huge benefit for anyone that thinks they might expand their needs in the future. Since their machines and offices are all in the US, communicating and connecting with them is always simple, and they are incredibly thorough and fast to solve any issues that come up (also a very rare occurrence with their incredible manufacturing quality).

There are 5 different Onyx models available, each with a different volume of user in mind, so they are appropriate for different size print shops and offices, all with a need to bind daily.

James Burn's line of Automatic Wire Binding Machines

James Burn is a step above the others, as they primarily manufacture binding machinery for high volumes, such as print shops and binderies. Their machines are automatic, and require very little labor to work, so you can produce the volume required for high output, without wearing out your operator with the manual punching task. These automatic wire binding machines are incredibly fast and efficient, so if your volume warrants them, they are an incredible value and can pay for themselves very quickly. We have a direct relationship with James Burn, with access to their specially trained service technicians and customer care, so we can get you connected to the right people for any need you may encounter.

There are many automatic wire binding machines from James Burn, and we have featured 4 of the most popular ones below.

About the Author • Mallory Morsa has worked in several different departments in her 10+ years at Binding101. Beginning in customer service and sales, she honed in her skills to provide the customer with professional, fast, and accurate information. Shortly after, she was promoted to sales supervisor and also took on the role of product expert, training the team on new products and offering support wherever needed. Throughout this time, she also wrote content for the site, as well as contributed stock photography and videography. As the team grew, she was able to move to a new official position as the content specialist and social media manager. Her skills in these variety of areas give her the unique expertise to not just create content for the web, but to create content for YOU, the customer.

In her free time, Mallory's favorite things to do include volunteering at the animal shelter bottle feeding neonatal kittens, reading at the park, and binge streaming TV shows with her 3 furbabies and family beside her.