Binding
Below are the types of binding we offer that may need a bit more explanation to those not familiar with printing.
3-Ring Binders
The most familiar of binding types, it’s the most expensive in most instances. From 1″ to 4,” we offer white binders with angled D-rings (see illustration) that have exterior pockets for front and back covers as well as spines. Binders also have shallow pockets inside the cover.
Suggested Uses: Legacy documents (long shelf life) and documents that may need to be updated often.
Saddle Stitching
The most common and economical binding method. Created by punching wire through the document’s outside spine, then bending the wire flat on the inside center fold to grip all the pages. It may provide a similar look, but it is not the same as stapling.
Proposed Uses: Brochures, catalogs, calendars, and instruction manuals.
Spiral Bound or Coil Bound
Utilizes a smooth, round coil to hold pages together. Allows the book to lie flat when open, or pages can be turned all the way around to the back if desired. The coil is threaded through punched holes, and then the ends are crimped to prevent the wire from slipping off. Spirals or coils are available in black.
Recommended Uses: Training materials, proposals, presentations, and any timetable space are at a minimum.
Perfect Bound
Pages have their spines trimmed off and roughed up to improve bonding with glue. All sections are collated and glued to their wrap-around cover. Cover is always scored on the back and front for ease of opening and less stress on the spine.
Suggested Uses: Catalogs, notepads, and long-term-use documents.
Screw Bound
In screw, stud, or post binding, the first holes are drilled through the complete document. Then a barrel post is inserted through the holes, and a cap screw is added to the post to hold everything together.
Submitted Uses: Sets of oversized drawings.
