Montreal's Quadriscan, a full-service commercial and book printer, has recently purchased a new Standard/Horizon BQ-470 PUR perfect binder. Purchased through KBR Graphics Canada, the fully-automated device produces up to 1,350 perfect bound books per hour.
"The new BQ-470 perfect binder with PUR (polyurethane reactivate adhesive) offers the best size, quality, and turnaround for our customers," says Roger Blanchette, president of Quadriscan. "We used to send the work out before but now we can keep it under our own roof, ensure high quality, and provide faster turnaround for our customers. We are able to streamline production for shorter runs to meet and often exceed client deadlines. We're very proud of our excellent products and our customers love the new machine and the binding process."
The Standard/Horizon BQ-470 fully-automated four-clamp perfect binder is easy to operate with minimal operator training required. The device's 10.4-inch LCD touch-screen is used to provide stepper motor-controlled automation. The BQ-470 can bind books up to 2.5-inches thick and its interchangeable glue tanks support both EVA and PUR adhesives.
One of Quadriscan's specialties is the one-of-a-kind high-end table-top photo books that require high quality printing and binding. These limited run books are produced in quantities as small as one to a hundred. Blanchette had studied the larger perfect bound machines but decided that it was too big for Quadriscan's needs. Smaller perfect bound machines on the market were manual rather than automatic and did not offer high quality.
"Our new binder offers two huge advantages," continues Blanchette. "One is the perfect binding system that customers prefer for look and longevity. Customers cite its classic, professional look; its versatility; its visual appeal; and durability. The second advantage is the newer PUR adhesive that customers prefer for its lay-flat ability and its durability. PUR dries by absorption; moisture from the paper stock and the surrounding air aid in setting the adhesive. PUR adhesives set faster and require less backbone preparation but cost a little more than other glues."
