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Dave Trutzenbach answers the most frequently asked questions regarding folding machine operation
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One large photo book printer recently contacted me and had several questions in regards to hot-stamping their covers and bound books. Not an easy question to answer. In the age of digital printing, we are dealing with so many new chemicals
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A few weeks ago I was at a get-together with a diverse group of people who met each other for the first time. The pre-dinner conversation was veering dangerously towards the mundane, and “nice to meet you” was the most commonly hea...
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In the previous article, we dealt with square back hardcover books, where we discussed how to calculate the board sizes and width of inlay strip and cover dimensions for square back books. Now let us look at, how we can calculate the ...
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Animal Glue or Protein Glue, an adhesive commonly used for Case making is also called Gelatin Glue, Jelly glue or Glutin. It is made of connective tissue and bones and hides of animals. It is manufactured using animal protein which is...
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To a novice, this topic seems to be a simple task. Take some covering material, two boards and an inlay strip. Apply an adhesive onto the covering material. Place the boards and inlay into an exact position, turn-in all four edges and ...
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Book block making is a complex operation. And it does not get the credit it deserves. The "hard case" hogs the limelight for a well bound hard cover book. Let us examine a few of operations involved in book block making
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In most cases, the design of the book cover is a designer/ artist’s job. The publisher takes plenty of effort in the design of the book cover, which improves the salability, and shelf appeal of the book. The illustrations, photograph...
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Saddle-stitching is the easiest way to secure a book, together. The process is simple and the machinery involved is less complicated and compact.
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Polyurethane reactive hotmelts are synthetic polymers which are therrmoset in nature. When heated to their application temperature they react with the moisture and bond with the surface. After solidification they cannot become liquid a...
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