Ian Chamberlain, Tudor Specialist Print Finishers managing director, with Bourg BB3002
Leicester-based Tudor Specialist Print Finishers has invested in a second Bourg BB3002 perfect binder, increasing its capabilities for digital on-demand finishing.
Ian Chamberlain, managing director, said, ‘The touch screen controls bring a great versatility and produce books of a durable and professional quality. We can now offer a quick turn around without customers having to absorb the heavy make ready costs of a multi-station binder.’
The purchase of a second perfect binder will ensure that any production downtime for whatever reason will be kept to a minimum. Mr Chamberlain continued, ‘A huge part of our business is ‘time sensitive’. Whether it’s an exhibition, demonstration or a sporting event such as football programs, these are jobs that cannot go out late. Also, the nature of our customer’s buying habits at this time means that ordering is left right until the last minute. The binder allows us to meet those tight deadlines.’
The company is now geared up for both small and large runs. Currently it has an order for 60,000 copies with variable print data which it can run over 30 days. The machine also features in-line creasing to ensure full quality control and is capable of producing 6 pp or 8 pp covers. It has a full size range of DL to A4 landscape to a maximum of 320 mm x 385 mm with book thicknesses from 1 mm to 60 mm and a maximum production speed of 500 books per hour. It is suitable for digitally printed loose leaf collated sets and is available in PUR and EVA glue options.
