Binding 101

If you are looking for an all-in-one modular punch at an affordable price, the Akiles FlexiPunch-M Interchangeable Manual Binding Punch is the machine for you! Akiles has designed this manual punch to use interchangeable dies allowing punching for multiple styles of binding methods including plastic comb binding, spiral coil binding and wire binding. Switching between dies is simple and requires no tools allowing you to change from one punch pattern to another within seconds. Fully disengageable pins on every die allow punching of both standard and unusual sheet sizes without having to worry about partially punched holes on either end. The FlexiPunch-M can punch up to 25 sheets of 20lb. paper at once. Four different margin depth options allow you to select the optimal depth for the thickness of book to be bound. The machine is made of all metal construction for durability including heavy cast side plates and non-skid feet. The Akiles FlexiPunch-M is perfect for small printers or copy shops who would like to be able to offer a variety of binding methods to customers for a minimal investment. An electric version of this punch, the FlexiPunch-E is also available. * Approximation based on standard 20 lb. bond copy paper. May vary depending on paper stock.

Cutting and crimping pliers are used to finish your spiral binding plastic coils. They perform two actions with just one motion: they cut the excess plastic spiral coil off, and they crimp in the edge to prevent the coil spines from simply spinning out of your book. Compatible with spiral coils of all sizes, this manual coil finisher tool quickly and easily finishes your spiral bound books for a clean and professional finish. They are a necessity for anyone who makes spiral bound books, and are used in just a few simple steps: Make sure the red dot side of the pliers is facing up.Position the pliers tip into the right hand side of the coil. Make sure the crimper is placed in the center of a curved coil.Squeeze the handles.Flip your book over and repeat the above steps on the other side. That's it! In those four simple steps you can finish your spiral coils and have a professionally finished spiral bound book. Some things to keep in mind: For step 2, keep in mind that the positioning of the crimper head on the coil is important to ensure a completed crimp. Make sure it is centered on the curve of a spiral for the best results. Also, for step 4, you must actually flip your book over to do the over side; simply moving the pliers to the over side without flipping the book will not work because the pliers only crimp in one direction.