If you
haven't talked to Copresco about perfect bound books in a while, you're in for
a big treat.
We have upgraded our perfect binding line
and can now offer you lower costs—and other benefits—on the
adhesive–bound volumes.
Copresco's perfect binding system features hinge–scoring and side gluing. We can accommodate very thin books—1/8” or even less—so you'll never want to use tape or saddle binding again! And, you won't have to worry about shingling or creep.
With our
hinge–scoring process, book covers are pre-scored for the spine folds and
the hinges.
The hinge score, used in conjunction with
side gluing, allows the cover to open freely and results in a stronger binding
and a more attractive book.
Here's another big benefit: most printers and binders charge extra for this superior hinge–binding method. At Copresco, it's a standard operating procedure—and a big savings for you.
Perfect
binding is a versatile and attractive binding method for short digital press
runs of paperback books, manuals and other publications.
Other major advantages include the wraparound covers that
offer longevity benefits, eye–catching full–color graphics and
printable spines.
Perfect
binding is normally restricted to books of at least 1/8” minimum thickness
(60 pages on a 50# offset or 50 pages on 60# stock.)
Copresco is one of only a few book printers that can bind
even thinner volumes. Our production department will give you more
details.
A 2”
maximum thickness (1,000 pages on a 50# offset or about 850 pages on a 60#
sheet) is still the general rule of thumb.
Once a
publication exceeds 1,000 pages, Copresco recommends that you use multiple
volumes. While suitable for telephone directories, bulky technical and
reference books become unmanageable and difficult to use.
Printing
on the spine—if there's sufficient thickness—makes your book standout
on a bookshelf. A minimum 1/8” thickness is normally required.
Anything less would seriously limit the type size that
could be used and consequently reduces readability.
Copresco's ability to work in a two–page format gives you greater control over the conventional four–page, eight–page and even 16–page signatures required with saddle binding.
Say you have a 66–page manual to print. With saddle binding, you would have to settle for 64 pages on the low side or from 68, 72 or 80 pages on the high side, depending on the way signatures are set up.
With
Copresco's digital on–demand printing, you gain optimum flexibility.
You can use any number of pages you need, in any
combination you want, anywhere you like in the perfect bound book.
This includes full–color pages, fold–in pages
with photos and graphics as well as furnished pages.
Index tab dividers—with clear or colored mylar
reinforcing—may be inserted to break up sections of the book and create a
user–friendly, professional–looking volume.
Your cover
options range from an index stock printed in one color to a four–color,
full–bleed process job.
Perfect bound covers may
also be coated or laminated to add further class and durability to your
finished product.
Some
clients who have furnished covers to Copresco are finding that our
short–run digital color work saves them time and money by eliminating
storage and shipping costs.
With printing on–demand,
changes are also made quickly and easily to keep books
up–to–date.
For more information about perfect binding, check out Copresco's TechTopics No. 2. The technical bulletin includes details on the construction method and production of perfect bound volumes.
So when
you need books and manuals, or other publications, think about the many
benefits you'll derive from perfect binding.
Then, call
the company that offers you the digital printing quality, economy and service
you deserve.
Call Copresco.
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