Binding - Spiral

During a recent trade show, Don Piontek looked for the newest finishing technology and he found innovations in mechanical binding.

As we approach Christmas, Don Piontek is feeling more optimistic than ever about print and print finishing.

We have seen lots of advances in adhesives for bookbinding over the years, with PUR (polyurethane reactive) adhesive being the last major game changer. But there is now a revived interest in protein-based adhesives.

J.L. Darling has manufactured notepads since 1916. Throughout the years, demand for its product grew. Its capacity did not.

Spiel Associates (Booth 220) is showcasing the widest line of perfect binders in their biggest booth ever in Chicago.

With so many options, it can be tough to determine the best binding method for your project.

Buzzfeed's popular food vertical Tasty teamed up with Superior Packaging using an HP Indigo 10000 press to offer fans print on demand, personalized cookbooks based on the most watched recipe videos.

The New Products Reference Guide offers an exclusive pre-show preview of some of the new products and services that will be on display.

Central Bindery in Phoenix has managed to both survive, and even thrive. Founded 31 years ago, Central has evolved into a broad-based trade bindery offering traditional and not-so-traditional services. Along with folding, perfect binding, saddle stitching and all forms of mechanical binding, Central Bindery offers pharmaceutical folding, round cornering and shrink wrapping. Owner Andy Delph has "seen it all" since its startup, and he and his team have had to adapt to many challenges and opportunities.

We see tons of packaging in retail every day, but luxury packaging is a different breed.