Rhin-O-Tuff made quite a splash at its first appearance at Chicago’s Graph Expo since 2008 by introducing its new ONYX Series line of binding systems, all backed by a full 3 year warranty, the first of its kind in the industry…more story.

Thermal binding has become a popular binding option due to its 1-step binding process and low cost of entry.

Since thermal binding is a great solution for both schools and offices, we’ve decided to offer a bundled starter kit package that includes the following thermal binding machine and covers:

• 1 Pro-Bind 1000 Thermal Binding Machine
• 100 thermal binding utility covers in your choice of color and style

Usually these 2 products would cost $256, but right now with our savings bundle, we’re offering them for only $175 with free shipping. That’s a 30% discount off our already low prices!

This thermal binding starter kit helps you jump into binding without risk, so take a closer look at our thermal binding starter kit and watch demo videos that show how easy it is to bind your own books and save.

Fellowes Binding Machines are known for their style, dependability and budget-friendliness. Fellowes has become a household name in office equipment and supplies for small and large offices alike, so let’s take a look at the 3 binding machine styles from Fellowes that start at less than $100.

Comb Binding Machines

Comb binding, or plastic comb, is known as a workhorse in book binding. Comb binding is dependable and economical. Documents lay flat when bound with plastic combs and are easy to edit.

Fellowes offers 9 comb binding machines beginning with the Fellowes Starlet manual binding machine and ending with the Fellowes Orion E electric binding machine. When selecting a comb binding machine, it’s important to think about volume to ensure your equipment can handle the number of sheets to help you bind efficiently.

Fellowes comb binding machines can be divided into 5 model groups:

Wire Binding Machines

Wire binding is a popular and stylish option that allows documents to lay flat and rotate 360 degrees. Wire binding spines are susceptible to damage when sent through the mail, so you’ll want to consider your usage before selecting this binding style.

Fellowes offers 2 wire binding options in manual and electric models. The Quasar manual wire binding machine punches up to 15 sheets and binds up to 130 sheets while the Galaxy E is an electric punch and manual bind capable of punching up to 20 sheets and binding up to 130 sheets.

Thermal Binding Machines

Thermal binding is a one-step binding process that is bound with glue strips typically built in to the back of the thermal cover. Thermal binding is ideal for mailing because there is no separate spine.

Fellowes offers the Helios line of thermal binding machines with the Helios 30 capable of binding up to 300 sheets and the Helios 60 capable of binding up to 600 sheets. Fellowes thermal binding machines offer a 2-year warranty and are simple to use.

We’re proud to announce the availability of Pro-Bind Thermal Binding Utility Covers that have now been added to our thermal cover offerings! These high-quality thermal covers help complete this product line which currently includes popular brands such as GBC and Fellowes.

The Pro-Bind Thermal Binding Utility Covers are available in 7 color/finish combinations to complement your bound presentation and offer a unique combination of quality and economy. The color/finish combinations include Black /Clear, Black/Frost, Blue/Clear, Maroon/Clear, Ivory/Clear and White/Clear. Most of the Pro-Bind covers come with a linen color back and a clear or frost front. The white thermal covers have a clear front and smooth satin back.

Pro-Bind Thermal Covers can be paired with either the ProBind 1000 or ProBind 2000 thermal binding machines depending on the volume and type of books you’ll be binding. These thermal utility covers are available in the following 5 sizes:

• 1/16″ Thermal Binding Utility Covers
• 1/8″ Thermal Binding Utility Covers
• 1/4″ Thermal Binding Utility Covers
• 3/8″ Thermal Binding Utility Covers
• 1/2″ Thermal Binding Utility Covers

This video demonstration introduces you to the Rhin-O-Tuff 3250CL Coil Binding Machine, an all-in-one electric coil punch and electric coil inserter.

With just a touch of a button, the 3250CL quickly punch 25 sheets at a time without time-consuming manual punching. When its time to bind, the 3250CL makes that easy as well. The large and powerful coil roller quickly zips the coil into place, ready for you to cut and crimp the coil ends with the crimper tool (included).

And determining what size coil binding supplies to use is simple with the built-in document-sizer and coil-sizer.

This side-by-side comparison video demonstrates various binding machine configurations available from Rhin-O-Tuff. The video gives you a chance to see how long it would take to bind using various machine options including the Rhin-O-Tuff HD 7000, PAL-14 and APES-14.

See for yourself the benefits of automated binding!

Sometimes the number of binding options for spines and covers can be overwhelming. You can compare 7 popular binding styles at a glance using the helpful style chart below.

One size does not fit all when it comes to binding style. Both form and function need to be considered when making a decision as to which style is best for your project. You should be asking some questions before reaching a final decision:

	Coil	Comb	ProClick	Thermal	Wire	Strip	ZipBind
Spine Style
Punch Style				No Punching Needed
Documents Lay Flat
360 Degree Rotation
Easily Edit Pages
Best for Mailing
Most Secure
Custom Cover Solutions
Benefits	Coil is also known as spiral coil, plastic coil or color coil. Coils are flexible, keep shape, allow the book to rotate 360 degrees and lie flat, are colorful and stylish.	Also known as plastic comb, CombBind or 19 ring binding. Conventional & most affordable binding option. Spine lets pages lie flat, and easily make edits.	Spine is fast and easy to use. Opens & closes with a special tool for quick edits. Pages lie flat for 360 degree rotation.	Also known as ThermaBind, this option is great for filing, stacking and mailing, and it binds without holes, tapes or fasteners. Both hard and soft covers are available.	Also known as WireBind, this spine allows pages to lie flat with 360 degree rotation. Permanently binds pages so documents stay in place.	Popular strip binding styles include VeloBind, SureBind and Fastback. You get a book-like finish, pages lock in place and it’s great for filing, stacking and mailing.	Great for making a lot of edits, even on the run with a special tool. This upscale style simply uses the comb binding systems. There are no separate ZipBind systems.
Learn More	Coil Machines Coil Supplies	Comb Machines Comb Supplies	ProClick Machines ProClick Supplies	Thermal Machines Thermal Supplies	Wire Machines Wire Supplies	VeloBind Machines VeloBind Supplies	ZipBind Machines ZipBind Supplies

The AKILES Flexicloser is the first automatic wire closer with a Smart Detect System.  This system automatically detects and closes different sized wire spines with just a press of a button.

Not only is the Flexicloser smart, it’s also safe.  It has a built-in safety sensor, keeping fingers from accidentally getting caught in the process.

This demo video shows how easy, safe, and efficient can be with the AKILES Flexicloser wire binding machine.

• Includes wire holder for storing wire spines
• Compatible with all 2:1 and 3:1 wire spines up to 1-1/2″.
• Horizontal closing system with magnetic back wall
• LCD control panel for easy operation
• Modular capability for attaching to the Akiles FlexiPunch

GBC has released the NEW GBC Magnapunch 2.0 that builds on the success of the original Magnapunch with added features based on today’s technology!

Magnapunch 2.0 (1880011) sets a new standard in heavy-duty electric binding punch machines. New features for the Magnapunch include the following advanced technology:

• Full color interactive LCD to guide the operator
• Evolutionary edge detection technology
• Increased capacity (up to 49,000 sheets punched per hour)
• “Smart” interchangeable dies
• Advanced electronic diagnostics for troubleshooting
• Clear panels for waste drawer and punch panel

Above is an introduction video for the Magnapunch 2.0, but you can also watch a full video demo of the GBC Magnapunch 2.0.

ChildCareLand.com created this helpful demonstration video that provides a nice overview of using a plastic comb binding machine. The Fellowes Star 150 Binding Machine is used for the demonstration, but the same principles apply when using other plastic comb binding machines.

Shelley will show you how to punch your paper and cover, set it in a plastic binding comb spine and then close the book using the special closer.  Using plastic combs is one of the easiest and most economical methods of binding and this method also allows for easy edits of your reports and presentations.

Plastic comb binding was originally created by GBC as a 19-ring solution for simple book binding, but now many companies such as Fellowes make quality comb binding machines and supplies. Take a look at this demo video and see how easy it is to bind with plastic combs.