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One of the greatest challenges in choosing a wire binding machine is the fact that you are required to choose either 3:1 pitch (3 holes per inch) or 2:1 pitch (2 holes per inch). If you select a 3:1 twin loop binding machine you are limited to binding books that are 9/16" or smaller. In the past, if you selected a 2:1 wire-o binding machine you would be limited to books that were 5/8" thick up to 1-1/4" thick. However, with the introduction of new smaller sized 2:1 pitch wire, a 2:1 wire binding machine can now be used to bind books as small as 1/4".

This new small sized 2:1 pitch wire works the exact same way as the larger 2:1 pitch wires that you use with your machine. Simply punch your documents, insert the documents and binding covers onto the C shaped wire and use your twin loop wire closer to close the wire into a circle.

The 2:1 pitch small sized wire is fully compatible with most of the 2:1 pitch twin loop binding machines that are available on the market. However, if you already have a 2:1 pitch wire-o binding machine you will need to check and see if the wire closer is adjustable for smaller sizes. Some 2:1 wire binding machines on the market do not allow you to adjust the wire closer for sizes smaller than 5/8".

With this new option it is no longer necessary to have two wire binding machines if you want to bind both large and small sized books. However, even though it is possible to use a single machine for this purpose, many individuals still opt for a combo machine which allows them to bind documents with both 2:1 and 3:1 pitch wire. These customers often like the look of the smaller holes and more tightly looped wire that you get with the 3:1 pitch binding spines. Plus, the cost of 3:1 pitch small sized wire is less than 2:1 pitch small sized wire which allows users with a 3:1 pitch wire binding machine to save money on supplies over time.

The option of using small sized 2:1 pitch wire for binding your documents is ideal for the office that binds more large books than small books. However, if you are looking to purchase a new wire binding machine and you bind primarily small sized books and only occasionally need to bind larger reports, I would suggest purchasing a wire binding machine that is capable of binding both 2:1 and 3:1 pitch wires as it will save you money on supplies over time and will provide you with more options in binding your documents, reports and presentations.

Jeff McRitchie is the designer and Director of Marketing for MyBinding.com He has written over 100 articles on binding machines and binding covers and more.

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Screw posts provide one of the easiest methods for binding documents, especially extremely thick ones. Sometimes called Chicago screws or Chicago screw posts, these small document fasteners are usually made of Aluminum. They are commonly used to bind swatch books, photo albums, wine lists, menus, engineering plans and extremely thick reports or presentations. Overall, screw post binding is very simple. However, this article is designed to provide some simple tips and tricks for binding documents with Chicago screw posts. Here they are...

1. Most users who are looking to bind documents with Chicago screws simply use a standard 3 hole punch to make the holes for the screwposts. Although every three hole punch is a little bit different, most will produce a 1/4" hole that is recommended for use with screw posts. Users who bind large numbers of documents with screw posts might consider buying a paper drill which will be much more efficient than a traditional desktop 3-hole punch.
2. Most Chicago screwposts come in a plain aluminum finish. However, it is possible to find screw-posts in black, gold, antique brass and even steel. Depending on the binding application that you have, one of these other colors may be a good fit for you. However, keep in mind that the black, gold and antique brass screws are usually just coated aluminum and the finish may not be highly durable. Steel posts are the strongest and most heavy duty binding posts but don't offer the same polished finish that aluminum ones offer.
3. Chicago screws are available in lengths as short as 1/8" and as long six inches. Additionally, extensions can be added to make the posts even longer and capable of binding thicker documents. In theory, it is possible to bind documents as thick as 8-10 inches with Chicago screwposts. No other system on the market is capable of binding documents greater than 3 inches. For huge documents, reports and archived documents, screwposts are the best option.
4. Screw posts are often used to bind materials other than traditional paper. One popular use for screwpost binding is for leather covered menus where the screw posts hold the pages into a wrapped foil stamped leather menu cover. The aluminum posts look excellent in this type of application and are easy to open and close when changes are required. Chicago screws are also used in binding other leather goods.
5. It is important to remember that the size listed for the different screw posts is the length of the binding post without the head on either side. This means that a 1/2" screw post is designed to bind a 1/2" document. If you choose too small a post the pages will not fit. If you choose too large a post the pages will be loose and the bind will be sloppy.

These are a few simple tips for binding documents with screw posts. This unique binding style is simple to use and does not require a special binding machine beyond the 3-hole punch that you already have. Try it out for yourself and see how simple binding with screwposts can be.

Jeff McRitchie is the designer and Director of Marketing for MyBinding.com. He has written over 100 articles on binding machines, binding covers, Screw Posts,laminators,laminating supplies,paper handling equipments,binders,index tabs, and shredders.

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