If you're in the market for a new binding machine, perhaps you're overwhelmed with all the manufacturers out there and the wide array of products available. However, a little bit of knowledge can help you make a decision that will benefit your company, as well...

One of the ways in which you can take your business to the next level is to bring the capability to bind your own documents, presentations and proposals on-site and in-house. There are many advantages to this when it comes to convenience and flexibility, quality...

When your business is looking to take the step of binding its documents and presentations in-house, you will have some tough choices to make concerning which binding machine manufacturers to trust. Here we will take a quick look at the five binding machine companies who...

There are many ways to put together your proposals, reports, and presentations, all of which have their proper place and time. If you are looking for the very best, most permanent and professional-looking product, however, you would be well-served to take a close look at...

This article is designed to help you troubleshoot some of the most common issues that users face when using the Fastback Foilfast printer. The article will provide you with several common problems and potential solutions. Unfortunately the list is not extensive. However, it should give...

When using the PowisPrinter software for your Powis Parker Fastback Powisprinter the repeat button allows you to title and bind a series of the same-thickness books. For example, if you have twenty copies of a manual to title and bind, use REPEAT. It makes the...

If you are looking to use your Fastback P31 PowisPrinter with your computer you are going to need to set it up and install the PowisPrinter software. This article is designed to outline the system requirements, connections and installation instructions for getting your PowisPrinter set...

Using a Powis Parker Fastback 9 binding machine it is possible to produce high quality short run perfect bound books in just minutes. All you need is a Fastback LX-PerfectBack strip, your printed document and a wrap around cover. This article will describe the steps...

The Fastback 25 photobook binder is an easy to use machine that is designed to be used as part of the Powis Photobook Workcell. However, even easy to use machines can have problems from time to time. This article will give you some basic instructions...

The Fastback scoring machine is an excellent choice for creating perfect bound documents. Generally, common paper card and cover stocks of approximately 20 points (.020 inches or .50 mm thick) can be nicely scored. For materials thicker than this, or of unusual or unknown composition,...

For years, GBC / Ibico has made some of the best school laminators on the market. However, for customers looking to replace their existing GBC or Ibico Laminator the difference between the GBC Ultima 65 and the GBC HeatSeal H800Pro Roll laminator may not be completely apparent. This article provides a brief overview of the differences between the two roll laminators....

Fixed die modular binding punches are designed for users who have outgrown a combo binding machine but don't need the ability to punch multiple hole patterns. These punches are designed for higher volumes of punching and for use with ...

Choosing an attractive binding cover is the one of the most important steps in creating impressive bound presentations. Such presentations can be made for projects done by large corporations, small businesses, home offices, government agencies, schools, churches, and many ...

After months and years of use and abuse, many soft cover library books eventually begin to fall apart. Often the covers of the books begin to separate from the book blocks on these books. Fortunately, there is a new ...

Most of the comb binding systems and supplies on the market are designed for binding letter sized documents. However, I occasionally have customers call and ask if there is a way to comb bind documents that are longer than ...

If you have ever tried to use a clear cover with a Unibind SteelBack binding spine you probably discovered the hard way that they don't work well together. Unfortunately the heat from the Unibind machine will warp or sometimes ...

Have you ever seen a calendar bound with twin loop wire with a small half moon punch out and a calendar hanger to hang it on the wall? Well now it is possible for you to create your own ...

One of the greatest challenges in choosing a wire binding machine is the fact that you are required to choose either 3:1 pitch (3 holes per inch) or 2:1 pitch (2 holes per inch). If you select a 3:1 ...

Twin loop wire (also known as Wire-O) binding provides an exceptionally elegant and professional looking solution for report and proposal binding. Perhaps you have seen proposals that have been bound with wire binding and would like to try this ...