Each week on Twitter, members of the print community gather together to discuss various aspects of print. Led by Deborah Corn of Print Media Centr, this weekly discussion is held every Wednesday at 1:00pm PST under the hashtag #printchat  and draws everyone from small mom and pop shops to large companies.

We were excited to be asked to cohost yesterday’s #PrintChat and created an interesting twist on a popular game show. We did our best to pick obscure binds in order to stump the players; however, each bind was successfully named. Here is a recap on each of the styles mentioned:

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The Fastback Model 9 Tape Binding Machine offers a fast way to securely bind documents. This video takes a closer look at the details and features of the Fastback 9.

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Powis Parker is known for creating innovative binding machines and supplies. Their newest device is the terrific Fastback 20, a tape binding machine that can produce professional-looking document. Here are 5 reasons why you should consider getting the Fastback 20:

• The Fastback 20 is extremely fast. It can bind a document in 20 seconds or less, even if your book is really thick. (Your documents can contain up to 350 pages.)
• Using the Fastback 20 is incredibly easy. The machine is equipped with a graphical user interface that walks you through the entire binding process.
• Fastback binding supplies are environmentally friendly so your business or organization can reduce your carbon footprint. The supplies are made from 30% post-consumer content and are 100% recyclable.
• The Fastback 20 is nicely designed and even features a built-in cooling rack for your convenience.
• And last but not least, this device comes with a 1-year warranty.

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MyBinding.com, one of the country’s leading Internet retailers of document finishing machines and supplies, has announced the expansion of their sales force into the state of Utah.  Although MyBinding has more than 50 total employees, their direct sales force was limited to Oregon, Washington and Idaho.  The addition of a new sales representative in Salt Lake City provides a new opportunity for growth and will provide a greater level of service for customers in Utah.

“We had a great year in 2010, and 2011 is shaping up to be another successful year,” said Jeff McRitchie, Vice-President of Marketing for MyBinding.com. “We thought it was time to expand our sales force and develop a presence in some new areas.”  According to McRitchie, MyBinding will start with one sales rep in Salt Lake City to cover the state of Utah.  However, the company plans to add additional reps as the territory develops.

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If you’re looking for an innovative binding machine that’s extremely user-friendly, there’s a new device on the market you really need to check out. It’s the Fastback 20 from Powis Parker. This is the company’s best binding machine to date and it’s loaded with features that make the bookbinding process as easy as possible. Here are a few reasons why you should consider the Fastback 20:

• The first thing you’ll notice about the Fastback 20 is that it has a unique, colorful design. This is one of the most stylish document finishing devices available and is a nice alternative to the more industrial-looking devices out there.
• This device uses Fastback binding strips which are some of the most environmentally friendly bookbinding supplies available. They’re made out of post-consumer material and can be be recycled. They can also be used with hardcover and paperback documents which is convenient.
• The Fastback 20 can handle a few different paper sizes including sheets that are 8.5” x 11”. This device can bind books that contain up to 350 pages, so you’ll be able to bind different kinds of documents including proposals, actuarial reports, tax returns, brochures, and more.
• Using this machine is fast and easy. It only needs 3 minutes to fully warm up and it takes 20 seconds or less to completely bind a document. Also, the Fastback 20 has a graphical user interface that will lead you through the bookbinding process step by step. The directions are easy to follow so producing a professional-looking document is extremely easy.
• If you have some of the other Powis Parker products – such as the FoilFast printer – chances are you can use them in conjunction with this machine. This will help make your documents look great.
• This machine is designed to replace the Fastback 15xs and the crazy thing is, this device is more reasonably priced than its predecessor. If you’ve had the 15xs for a long time or were considering getting one, it makes sense to invest in the Fastback 20. It’s a better machine and it’s less expensive. It’s win-win situation all around.
• As mentioned before, the Fastback 20 is affordably priced. It also comes with a one-year warranty should the device need any repairs.

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