If you have a Powis Parker Fastback binding machine
or are considering buying one you may have questions. In fact, I talk
to customers and potential customers ever week about different
questions that they have concerning the Fastback product line. This
article is not designed to answer questions about any particular
machine but instead offers answers concerning the entire line of
Fastback binding equipment. Here are some of the most frequently asked
questions that we encounter...
Can I edit the book once it's bound?
Yes,
all Fastback binding machines have an edit feature which allows you to
remove or insert pages. This feature works well if you need to add or
remove one or two pages from your bound book. However, if you need to
completely disassemble the document you will want to consider using a
large guillotine cutter that can trim the spine off the document.
Can I cut a Fastback strip to a different width?
No.
You must use one of the three widths available. Narrow strips can
handle up to 1/2" of paper, medium strips can handle up to 1" of paper
and wide strips can handle up to 1-1/2" of paper. Attempting to cut one
of these strips will destroy its binding capability.
Can I cut a strip to a different length?
Yes,
as long as the strip is at least 6" in length you should still be able
to use it in your Fastback binding machine. However, when using
cut-down strips, be careful to always place the cut edge to the right
as you face the machine, so that the adhesive from the cut edge does
not spill onto the center of the heating platen. Over time, binding
documents using cut-down strips may lead to adhesive build-up on the
edge of the platen and may cause problems if you don't have your
machine serviced and the excess glue removed.
Can I bind lengths other than 11"?
Yes.
Fastback binding strips come in many lengths including 8 1/2", 9", 11",
A4, 14", and 14 7/8". However, as mentioned in the previous answer, it
is possible to cut these strips down to virtually any size larger than
6".
I would like the strip to wrap more to the back than the front of my document. Can I make it do that?
Yes.
The wrap of the strip can be adjusted on your machine. Please see the
users manual of your machine for more instructions on how to adjust the
wrap on your model.
Can I use any kind of paper in my Fastback Binder?
Most
papers common to copy centers work well in the Fastback binders.
However, adhesion problems can occur if the paper fibers are not
accessible to the binding strip. This can cause problems with high
gloss sheets, photo papers and full bleed printed images. To bind
documents with full bleed print or with on high gloss stocks you may
want to consider using the Powis Parker Edge Splitter.
My machine says it has a strip jam. What should I do?
The
Fastback 15xs, 11, 8x and 9 binders open easily to access the strip
path. Open the machine and remove the jammed strip. Be careful: the
heater is extremely hot!
Can I use tabs with the Fastback?
Yes. Tabs work very well in the Fastback. For best results (and the nicest books), use thin, grain-long tabs.
What should I use to clean my Fastback binder?
We
recommend Icky Sticky Stuff Remover. This cleaning solution is safe,
non-flammable and has been thoroughly tested on Fastback binding
equipment.
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