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Guide to soft binding
We are often asked which is the "best" type of soft binding. However as everyone has their own requirements, there cannot be a single, definitive answer. We have therefore graded each type of binding across a range of factors to help you decide, 1 being the best in that category, with some relevant notes.
Channel refers to both types (Metalbind & Esselte Impress) unless stated otherwise. There is specific information on soft binding theses and dissertations to University of Manchester regulations. Pricelist & Info Sheet (PDF)
Speed
1 Channel 2 Comb 3 Wire
Channel binding is very quick - it can take as little as 15 seconds per volume. Comb binding is noticeably faster than Wire.
Low Cost
1 Comb 2 Wire 3 Channel
If you decide not to use our covers then the price on both Comb and Wire is reduced by 20p per volume.
Maximum Thickness
1 Comb 2 Channel 3 Wire
Comb binding can hold up to 420 sheets. Esselte Impress channel binding is limited to 140-150 sheets.
Choice of covers
1= Metalbind channel, Comb & Wire 4 Esselte Channel
Comb and Wire Binding allow you to use your own covers or choose from our selection of clear PVC and 8 different coloured cards. Esselte Impress Channel binding covers are available with PVC front and black card back across the range, and blue or red back in selected sizes.
Take Apart & Re-bind
1 Comb 2 Channel 3 Wire
Comb bound documents can also be opened and the comb re-used or replaced with another size. Channel Binding is non-destructive and can be re-opened with our equipment, pages changed, added or removed (within reason) and the same cover re-used up to 3 times. Opening Wire bound documents destroys the spine which would need to be replaced.
Non-A4 Binding
1= Comb & Wire
It is possible to bind A5 and A3 size pages with Comb and Wire, or anything in between. Thermal and Channel have integral covers or spines available in A4 size only.
Useability
1 Wire 2 Comb 3 Channel
All except Channel open up flat. Wire can be turned back on itself fully and therefore just edges Comb.
Lettering on Spine
1 Channel
We can put lettering, e.g. degree, name, year, on the spine of both types of Channel bound documents for £1.50.
Strength
We have not graded this factor as it tends to be rather subjective and your personal experience may vary. We would like to think that none of the four types falls apart after it leaves us!
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