AB Technology (London) Ltd (ABT) sell and lease the very best in Print Finishing and Paper Handling equipment from market-leading manufacturers. These manufacturers and brands so far include Acco Rexel, Citoborma, Duplo, EBA, Fellowes, GBC, Hedman, HSM, Ibico, Ideal, Intimus, Martin Yale, Morgana, Nagel, PFE, PHL, Rapid, Rexel, Renz, Superfax, Uchida and Vivid.

ABT supply Booklet makers, Binding Machines, Bursters, Collators, Creasers, Decollators, Folders and Folding Machines, Folder Inserters, Forms Cutters, Guillotines, Joggers, Laminators, Letter Openers, Paper Drills, Paper Folders, Punches, Staplers, Rotary and Desktop Trimmers, Ream and Stack Cutters.

So if your requirement is for booklet making, binding, bursting, collating, creasing, decollating, folding, inserting, cutting, jogging, laminating, opening, drilling, punching, stapling, cutting and trimming, you have come to the right place.

• BINDING MACHINES

• TRIMMERS AND GUILLOTINES

• LAMINATORS

BINDING MACHINES

Why Use a Binding Machine?

It has never been simpler to produce professionally bound documents. Business communications are becoming increasingly sophisticated and many more offices nowadays have access to desktop publishing systems, colour laser printers and colour copier / printers. As a result, an ever-increasing number of companies and other institutions and bodies are producing their own sales material and other documentation to a very high standard. However, any printed material will look even more professional and consequently have greater impact if it is presented as a properly bound document.

ABT offer an extensive choice of comb binding machines, thermal binding machines, wire binding machines, ibiClick binding machines, coil binding machines, tape binding machines, perfect binding machines, Velobinding machines, fastback binding machines, strip binding machines and channel binding machines. Many of the machines are available with electric punching, an ideal choice for a busy office environment

There are a number of reasons why you might choose to bind documents. You might be creating a presentation, binding a quotation for a customer, binding a hand-out for students, or simply organising your documents. Human resources departments bind policy documents, training manuals and development plans. Accounts departments might need to bind suppliers’ details, year-end accounts or monthly reports. Purchasing departments bind supplier proposals, contracts and agreements. Design departments bind product designs and reference manuals. Production departments might bind Health & Safety manuals and procedures. Sales and Marketing departments bind sales proposals, sales reports and marketing plans. The benefits of using binding machines include the following :-

• You present a better image. A professional, high quality image reflects well on you and your organisation.

• You enhance usability. Bound documents are easier to handle, discuss, photocopy, store and reference.

• You protect and preserve documents. Protect and preserve the papers which otherwise can become dog-eared with age and frequent use.

• You add style and colour. A wide choice of covers, combs, wires and wrap covers can add colour and style to any document.

Which type of binding machine do I need?

Just as there are a number of reasons why you might choose to bind documents, so are there similarly a number of different types of binding and this page is to help you to determine which particular type of binding is the most suitable for your particular requirements. One of the questions you need to ask yourself is how many books a day will you need to produce? If only a few documents a day need to be bound then a low volume binder would probably suit. If the figure is higher, i.e. scores of documents per day then something with a reasonable punching capacity would be better. If the number of books or documents that need to be bound in a day runs into the hundreds, then it might well be better to choose a machine with an electric punching facility.

The second question you need to ask yourself is what will be done with the finished document? Does the document need to look professional or will it be discarded after being read? Do you want something that will lay flat, be re-usable, travel well in the post for instance? Do you want something that would good on a shelf if kept? These are all important considerations when choosing a binding machine or system.

What are the various different types of binding method?

Comb binding is by far the most popular and economical binding system available. The plastic combs are strong and reusable as well. Comb binding is quick and simple and suits a wide range of user needs. Schools, business and colleges seem to prefer comb binders. Machines come with either a manual or electric punch. The paper is punched firstly, then the comb is placed on the machine where, by pulling a handle, the comb opens for the operator. The punched paper is placed over the holes and by releasing the handle you allow the comb to close again. Comb binding offers total flexibility as the smallest document of only two pages right up to a report of 500 pages can be bound using this method, with ease. Documents can be created from a wide variety of colours, textures and sizes.

Comb binding is also very practical. Comb bound documents open out completely flat and are consequently ideal for presentations and easy reading. This also makes them easy to photocopy if required. The bound pages are completely secure yet easy to update when required as bound pages can be added or removed when required. Comb binders range from a compact budget machine up to the convenience of electric punch models. All of these machines will create professional documents in minutes.

Wire binding produces professional looking documents that not only look good but are also again very easy to use. Wire binding enables you to create in your own office the same durable, elegant look that is used by professional printers. Wire bound documents are completely secure yet the pages open easily, can again be laid flat or even turned through 360° for easy reference and photocopying. Wire bound documents look smart and business-like, have a contemporary look and are just the right image for any organization. There are basically two popular types of wire binding. These are 2:1 pitch and 3:1 pitch, which basically means that the machine will punch two holes and three holes per inch respectively.

2:1 pitch gives 21 holes in the paper and will accommodate from 20 up to 230 sheets of paper.

3:1 pitch will give 32 holes and is suitable for paper thicknesses of 10 pages up to 120 pages.2:1 pitch

Thermal binding is ideal for all kinds of documents, form instruction manuals to staff or internal telephone directories. Thermal binding provides permanent permanent protection for all your important reference material and the finished result is extremely smart. Thermal bound documents are neat and flat, making them easy to store, carry around and post. Thermal binding is the ideal binding method when time is limited. Simply place the loose pages of your document into a thermal cover, wait a few seconds for the binding machine to reach temperature, and then place your document inside. Within seconds you will have a smart, permanently bound document. One of the benefits of thermal binding is that you can create a professional finished look without punching holes into your document.

Perfect binding uses the thermal binding process but is for much higher output. Typically, a perfect binder would be perfect for commercial printers, copyshops, reprographic departments, print-on-demand units and implants. The innovative binding process means no fuss, no fumes, no noise, no mess and yet they are easy to use. These are sturdy units that give a unique and permanent finish to perfect bound books and documents. Up to 300 books each of 200 pages can be produced on a perfect binding machine.

Tape binding equipment uses the thermal binding process also. A high quality appearance but the process eliminates the time spent and the costs incurred by punching each set of documents.

ibiClick Binding produces elegant documents and also produces greater flexibility. You can quickly open, add or remove and re-close any document as often as you like. The combs open and close with an action not unlike a zip fastener and are extremely durable.

Coil Binding is innovative and stylish. This is one of the most impressive binding styles used today. The bright coil holds its shape well and bounces back if compressed, making it ideal for posting. Coil bound documents demand immediate attention and open 360 degrees. Coil binding uses a continuous PVC filament formed into the shape of a coil spring. It is very similar to the binding found in spiral notebooks. You will need to cut and crimp the end of the spirals when binding. Some machines are motorized and have a coil inserter which turns the coils through the holes. However, most coil binding machines need the operator to insert the coils manually. The machines take 4:1 pitch and 5:1 pitch coils.

4:1 coils will take up to approximately 230 sheets of paper.

5:1 coils will take up to approximately 150 sheets of paper.

Strip binding using SureBind and Velobind machines, produces professional flat bound documents. Velobind enables users to produce prestigious looking documents right at their desk and for a budget price. Surebind is a totally secure, tamper-proof binding method, ideal for legal or confidential documents. Pages are locked into place by welding two halves of the binding strip together. Documents up to 3 inches thick can be bound this way.

Fastback binding has been described as “the strongest, safest, most elegant and most flexible binding system ever invented”. Certainly the finished product is very professional and impressive and does not look like something produced “in-house”. There is no need to punch paper or glue pages as the machine uses a metal channel to securely “lock” pages into place. This system like comb binding is very flexible as last minute updates can be accommodated by simply de-binding the book. You can bind up to 300 pages in literally seconds, and finish your document with an endless choice of cover options. Choose from hardcase linen finish or versatile hardcase back with clear front finish.

For further information or help choosing

FREE PHONE 0800 389 1304

or visit the ABT Binding Website



TRIMMERS AND GUILLOTINES

ABT can supply a wide range of guillotines and rotary trimmers here is small sample

Dahle 500 Trimmer

• Cutting length: 250 mm

• Cutting capacity: 0.8 mm

• Exterior dimensions: 370 x 211 mm

• Weight : 0.95 kg

• Two scale bars with cm-graduation

• manual clamp

• See-through paper clamp

The Dahle 00500 is a stylish trimmer designed for fast trimming of paper, photos or film in general office and SoHo environments with a cutting capacity of 8 sheets 70 gsm paper. It has manual clamping with a see-through paper clamp. DIN- as well as photo-formats and graduation pre-printed on the table. Safety is ensured by enclosing the blade in a plastic housing.

HSM CS3640 Desktop Guillotine

• Specially hardened steel trimmer blade

• Ergonomically designed handle

• Protected handle

• Plexiglas cutting shield

• Heavy-duty aluminium frame

• Easy-to-use

• Cutting length: 360mm

• Front stop

• Paper capacity: 40 sheets

• Paper clamping: Automatic

All HSM guillotines are built with safety and performance as standard. Specially hardened steel trimmer blades and a heavy-duty aluminium frame ensure accuracy and durability. The cutting edge is protected by a Plexiglas cutting shield. Front stop for added safety. An ergonomically designed handle and accurate paper guides make all HSM guillotines easy to use. Suitable for trimming paper, film and other soft materials.
 

Dahle 580 Guillotine

• Cutting length: 815mm

• Cutting Height: 4mm

• Exterior dimensions: 920 x 600mm

• Exterior dimensions with supporting table 920 x 600mm

• Weight: 55.2kg

Workshop guillotines are delivered with an integral stand for optimum Stability. Ground upper and lower blades "mide in solingen", Plexiglas blade guard, Foot operated clamp, 2 scale bars calibrated in cm, inch and DIN sizes, adjustable back-stop, fold-out supporting table, front stop with integrated narrow-strip cutting device that operates over the entire cutting length adjustable by means of a crank handle, locking device with adjustable knob, table pre-printed with DIN sizes, Lockable.
 

IDEAL 6550-95 EP Guillotine

• 650mm cutting length

• 80mm cutting height

• 35mm narrow cut

• 610mm table depth

• programmable EP-backgauge

• all metal construction

• automatic clamping system

Ideal's heavy duty electric guillotines are perfect for implants, commercial printers and repro departments. Ideal's electric cutting machines all come with electric blade drive and optical cutting line as standard.


A patented IDEAL safety drive. Spindle guided backgauge for precise trimming positioning cuts up to a full ream with great accuracy. All metal construction with high quality blade set. Available on a stand (as shown above) or cabinet. programmable EP-backgauge control module: Includes a digital display for measurement readout in cm or inches. 10-button key pad for pre-setting of measurements. Stores 9 programs with 9 steps in each program. Memory key for repeat cuts. Programmable eject function for pushing out paper. "SET" function keys for quick setting of frequently used measurements. Automatic clamping system and power backgauge.

More information about Trimmers and Guillotines from ABT

LAMINATORS

ABT can supply laminators from the following manufacturers: Acco Rexel, GBC, ibico, IKON, RENZ and vivid below are a few examples for the full range visit the ABT laminating website

GBC DocuSeal 40P Laminating Machine

• Lamination width* A7 Max (112 mm)

• Pouch capability – 2 x 125 Micron (250 Total)

• Carrier-free performance

• Heated Roller Technology

• Fixed ‘Hot’ + ‘Cold’ settings

• Up to 200 Credit Cards per hour capacity

• Cold/hot/Off’ switch: Simple to operate

• Laminates on all paper surfaces

• Photo Quality for a better result

• Only 3 to 5 minutes ‘Warm up’ period

• Ready Glo

ID-Laminator Designed specifically for the Card! And simple to use! Ideal for Badges, Identity Cards, Luggage Tags, Security Passes, Reference Cards; Visitor Cards….and anything else that does not exceed the 112 mm throat width.

Ibico pouchMaster PQ HighSpeed Laminating Machine

• Lamination width from ID size to A3 Max (324mm)

• Carrier-free performance

• Variable Temperature (up to 125 Mic. (250 Total)) + ‘Cold’ setting

• Highly visible On/Off button

• 4 roller Technology

• Variable temperature: For photo quality

• Fixed Speed: High Speed machine: 550 mm/min
  Time to laminate 1 A4 sheet with Standard Pouch: 33 sec
  Time to laminate 1 A4 sheet with a Hi-Speed Pouch: 23,5 sec

• High Speed laminator + Hi Speed Pouches = fast lamination

• LED Ready light

• Exit Tray Keeps the laminated product straight on exit minimising curling and warping

• Release lever: Anti-jam function to solve any miss-feeding problems

• Only 5 minutes ‘Warm up’ period

When ‘Speed’ counts. With speeds of up to 150% faster than typical Office models, the pouchMaster PQ High Speed is the Office and Educational solution for those in a hurry using the most popular 80, 100 and 125 micron pouch thicknesses!

Easymount EM-1580

• Cold mounting & laminating

• Solid construction heavy-duty system

• 2 cold silicon rollers

• Adjustable rollers

• Variable speed control

• No warm up time required

• Large roller cores for even pressure

• Handy reverse mechanism

• Foot pedal

• Low maintenance

• Max Laminating Width: 1580mm

• Max Mounting Thickness: 25mm

• Max Lamination Thickness: 25mm

• Max Laminating Speed: 2m / min

• Laminating Temperature: COLD

• Power Consumption: 70W

• Power Supply: AC 220 / 240V, 50-60Hz

• Dimensions (w X D X H): 2010 x 680 x 471mm

• Weight: 215Kg

• Warranty: 1 Year

The Easymount EM-1580 is a great choice for all commercial printers and sign makers. This heavy duty, affordable system will mount and laminate large format graphics up to 1580mm wide. The Easymount EM-1580 is a floor standing system that has been designed to cope with larger volumes it's ideal for mounting prints to boards and applying cold laminates. With no rollers to heat, this cold wide format system is always ready just when you need it!

More information about laminators from ABT

To see the full range of Print Finishing - Paper Handling Equipment from ABT visit their website: www.print-finishing-paper-handling.co.uk
 

AB Technology (London) Ltd Unit 4 Tavern Quay Commercial Centre Rope Street London SE16 7TX Tel:    +44 (0)20 7231 3536 Fax:   +44 (0)20 7237 2344 Website:  www.print-finishing-paper-handling.co.uk Email:      sales@abt-it.co.uk Contact:   Vincent Woodall (Sales and Marketing Manager)