Coil Binding (plastic)

Plastic Coil is a durable and an economical alternative to other binding methods. It is available in a variety of colors and sizes to finish almost any job, we stock it in black but can special order colors for your project of 50 or more books. It will not chip, crack, corrode or distort over time, and will retain its shape even with repeated use. Plastic coil binding is also known as Spiral Binding, Color Coil or Spiral Coil. Clients love this binding method because it has the ability to lay flat, even when you fold over the pages! Add protective clear covers and sturdy black backing for a professional finished look.

Thermal Binding (strip binding)

We utilize a Fastback thermal binder for cost effective book making. Add protective clear covers and sturdy black backing for a professional finished look. Fastback strips can even be customized for your project of 50 or more books, allowing you to put custom text on your spine! Thermal binding is also sometimes called thermal tape binding. This binding is available in 11" and 8.5" spines. We stock and recommend the Super Strip, a rugged multi-purpose binding strip which we stock in black, but can order a variety of colors for your project of 50 or more books. Add protective clear covers and sturdy black backing for a professional finished look.

Perfect Binding (glued binding)

Learn about our book publishing and short-run paperback production utilizing perfect-binding.

Saddle-stitch Binding (stapled binding)

Also known as center-stapling, the fold-and-staple method of saddle-stitching is one of the most cost-effective binding methods, perfect for booklets!

Wire Binding (metal) 

This book binding method is used for booklets that are bound with metal coil bindings. This binding type involves punching the book pages and the book cover with holes, then pushing a plastic or metal wire through them. Then each end of the wire is passed through crimping pliers to hold them together.