Wire binding lends itself extremely well to the production of calendars. The most popular form is the standard A4 calendar with thumb-cut and hanger. This is normally bound on the short edge but many are also bound on the long edge. A3 calendars can also be accommodated and because of the size these are nearly always bound on the short edge. The standard wire and hanger for calendars is white.

Another popular use for wire binding is the tent calendar. This consists of a three scored card to form a 'tent' when bound with the calendar. The centre score at the base of the card triangle allows the desk calendar to be folded almost flat to enable distribution to take place more efficiently. This type of desk top calendar is normally A5 in size.

The quantity for binding of calendars is normally greater than that of books and we have the facility to bind many thousands with our usual quick turnaround. The busiest time of year is the two to three months leading up to Christmas. As our production facilities at this time of year frequently reach capacity, it is recommended that any calendar requirements are planned well in advance.

Production normally takes place using the customers printed stock, and in the case of tent calendars, the supply of the tent cards. These should be scored three times and supplied flat, with the calendars themselves supplied in separate packaging. It is imperative that the tent cards are scored squarely, as any failure in the binding edges meeting exactly flush will result in the inability to secure an effective bind.

If complete production is required from printing to binding this can also be accommodated using customers camera ready artwork or file.

ENCAPSULATION also plays a useful part in the production of calendars. Calendar cards encapsulated with products and services detailed on the reverse are a useful marketing tool.

Of course A4 encapsulated calendars are extremely useful for marking important dates. This can be done, for example, with a chinagraph pencil. If a mistake is made, simply rub it out and start again!

FAQ (WIRE BINDING)

Q. I am miles away from you. How do I get my loose pages to you to be wire bound?
A. If you cannot deliver the loose pages to our factory we can collect them from any U.K. mainland location at cost. This is currently £7.00 plus £0.30p per kilo plus v.a.t.

Q. That is a little on the pricey side for my needs. If I just send one original for you to duplicate will that save me money?
A. Quite possibly. You can send us a hard copy of your original book or send a disc, C.D. or even e.mail us the original. Provided we receive a written assurance that there is no copyright infringement we can then duplicate and wire bind your books. This service can only be offered in black print.

Q. Can you put on a clear front cover and white gloss back for me?
A. Yes. We carry extensive stocks of this product.

Q. How do I get my finished books back?
A. If you are unable to collect from our factory we can deliver the finished books to any U.K. mainland location at cost. This is currently £7.00 plus £0.30p per kilo plus v.a.t.

Q. Can you wire bind calendars with the thumbcut and hanger?
A. Yes. Wire binding lends itself very well to the production of calendars. We can wire bind A4 and A3 on the long and short edge and A2 on the short edge.

Q. Can you wire bind in any colour wire I choose?
A. Black and white are the most popular colours followed by: silver, red and blue. We can also bind in gold and green wire.

Q. Can you make me up some wire bound blank note pads?
A. Yes. We are frequently asked to produce personalised art pads etc.

Q. Can you provide me with a sample if required?
A. Yes. We always welcome people seeing the quality of our work before purchase.

Q. Why are there no prices for wire binding on your site?
A. Because of the nature of binding, the permutations that customers require are almost endless. That is why we respond to specific enquiries with individual quotations. But as a rough guide: 200 A4 books supplied in book blocks (i.e. front and back covers in place and the insides fully collated) up to 27 leaves of 80 gsm paper plus front and back covers of 200 gsm - No indices, pockets or throw-outs (in other words just plain exact A4 size paper and covers) £0.36p ea. plus VAT at the current rate ex-works.

Q. Can I add pages to my wire bound books?
A. No. Wire binding is a very secure method of book binding. The binding element cannot be opened without destruction. If you need to add pages to a bound document please see our page on plastic comb binding.

Q. I am just fishing at present. Do you object to providing me with a quotation even though you may not get an order?
A. Not in the slightest. We are always pleased to receive enquiries from anyone.