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Post-Press

Bindery: where printed sheets are cut, folded, bound, and finished with precision and care.

Bindery

After printing, materials move to the bindery where they are cut, folded, sewn, bound, and prepared for delivery with precision and care.

For Books

Cutting & Folding

Large sheets are trimmed to exact sizes using high-precision guillotines, with waste recycled. Sheets are then accurately creased and folded into sections (signatures), ensuring correct page order and a strong book structure.

Collating, Sewing & Binding

Folded sections are gathered in sequence to form complete book blocks. For durability, books may be thread-sewn, creating flexible spines that lay flat. Alternatively, perfect binding is used, where pages are glued and covers applied for a clean, professional finish.

Final Trimming

Bound books are trimmed on all sides to achieve a sharp, uniform size and polished appearance.

Different finishing steps apply for different products, the appropriate finishing processes are applied according to the product specifications. This may include trimming to the final size, folding and scoring where required, and gathering, collating, or assembling components as specified for the requested end product. We ensure all finishing operations are completed in accordance with the product's final production requirements.

Enhancements & Finishing

Additional processes improve appearance and durability, including:

Lamination
Adds protection and a glossy or matte finish.
UV Varnish
Enhances colour and provides a durable coating.
Foiling
Applies metallic finishes for visual impact.
Die Cutting
Creates custom shapes for specific uses.
Embossing / Braille
Adds texture and accessibility.

These final steps ensure high-quality, durable, and visually appealing printed products, ready for distribution.

See It In Action

Post-Press in the Facility

Staff stacking finished print runs onto pallets
Bindery line finishing booklets
Inspecting a finished bound booklet
Operator running a folding machine
Bindery staff finishing printed products
Operator using a precision guillotine cutter
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