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Duplo DB-280 Multi-Use Thermal Binding Machine

Binding Modes
Perfect Binding (binds loose sheets with a soft cover wrapped around the book), Tape Binding (binds loose sheets with a strip of tape), Case Binding (binds loose sheets together directly into a hard cover) and Padding (binds loose sheets together on the spine with adhesive to create a pad of paper)

Looking for an all-in-one thermal binding machine? So was our customer. She was looking for a machine to bind her self-published soft-cover novels, as well as promotional materials such as notes pads and scripts. With needs like this, the Duplo DB-280 was a perfect match. With the ability to bind in four different methods, including perfect binding, tape binding, case hard-cover binding and padding, the DB-280 provided her with everything she required, and more.

In this review, we will discuss the Duplo DB-280 Perfect Binding, Tape Binding, Case Binding and Padding Machine so you can determine if it is also the perfect fit for you. Learn the ins and outs of this easy-to-use machine, and hear testimonials from clients who have experience with this all-in-one adhesive binding machine.

The Duplo DB-280 Binding Machine is a user friendly perfect binder, padder, tape binder and hard-cover binder that offer professional results, no matter the bind you choose. With a production speed of as many as 200 books per hour, the automated DB-280 is ideal for short-run and on-demand printing applications.

To use the DB-280, simply jog your sheets and place them into the automatic gripping clamp. Your book is gets a double pass over the roughening cutter, which provides superior notching to ensure superb glue penetration for a strong finished bind. It features a patented clamping and nipping system that ensures precise, consistent, and square binds.

Innovative features of the DB-280 Perfect Binder & Padder include a dust extractor as well as two glue drums that provide a more durable bind and additional glue capacity. With a quick push of a button, the DB-280's perfect binding capabilities can convert to a padding function where only the precise amount of glue is added to complete perfectly bound note pads.

For added convenience and efficiency, the DB-280 features a cover detection mechanism by the nipping station that ensures the clamp will not travel back to the nipping position until the cover is in place. Convenience is further ensured with the ability to set the nipping and clamping time to your pace, as well as a standby mode that allows periodic interruptions in production while maintaining the heated glue temperature. This binding machine features a safety cover on the notching blade to ensure operator safety, as well as a finished book counter round out to help you keep track of your production.

A simple control panel and LED display make it easy to understand and operate the DB-280. The menu guides the operator through the entire binding process step-by-step. Using specifically formulated EVA glue creates a strong bind and allows the binding of a wider range of paper types and weights. Binding with this new glue and with the addition of a second glue applicator drum, the DB-280 ensures a stronger bind and a quality finish. A uniquely designed nipping mechanism applies a powerful nipping pressure and produces and square and precise book spine of professional quality. The nipping table presses the wrap-around cover or tape on all three sides of the spine to ensure perfectly square spines, every time.

With automated performance and other outstanding features that are typically only available with more expensive machines, the DB-280 provides centrally located controls for single-operator efficiency. Electronic operation and clearly marked LED display screen ensure precise settings.

Specifications:
The DB-280 is manufactured by Duplo U.S.A. It can bind in four different styles or methods, including perfect binding, case binding, tape binding and padding. It can bind a book as thick as 1.6". The minimum book side is 3.15" x 1.97", and the maximum is 12.6" x 15.75". The maximum cover that the DB-280 can accept is 12.6" x 33". The maximum cover thickness is an 8pt cover stock. Bind up to 360 cycles per hour, or as many as 200 books per hour. Standard 110V, 60 Hz, 15 Amps. Adhesive takes an average of 25 minutes to warm up, or five minutes from standby mode. Additional features include" dust extraction, standby mode, LED display and error detection display. The DB-280 is only compatible with Duplo Glue specifically made for this machine. It measures 19" W x 50" D x 19" H. It weighs 263 pounds, or 305 pounds shipping weight. Comes standard with a one year manufacturer's limited warranty, and 90 day electrical warranty.

Testimonials:
"The DB-280 allowed me to make my self-published children's books quickly and easily. My kids love the books!" - Sandy from Anaheim, CA

"I own a scrapbooking and crafts store where one of my operations is to create custom note-pads for clients. Previously I was using a standard padding machine, which is essentially just a metal box with a clamp. When my business started to grow, I needed a more automatic machine to reduce time and cost. I upgraded to the DB-280 and now I create custom pads faster than ever before; and best of all, I am not tired out from manually applying the adhesive. I have even expanded my operations to include custom soft cover books since this investment." -Susan from Lancaster, PA

"It is so simple to use -- the automation has made my life so much easier!" –Daniel from Toledo, OH

If you have any questions or are interested in purchasing the Duplo DB-280 Binding Machine , visit Tim the Tutor at Binding101. They have great pricing on a full line of Perfect Binding Machines , and they charge only $9 for shipping UPS Ground. Shop online now!

About the Author

Meet Tim the Tutor!  With over 11 years experience in the document finishing industry, Tim is a qualified Product Specialist for BUY101.com, Binding101.com and OfficeSupplies101.com.  His helpful product tips offer an insider's honest opinions on products, giving you the information you need to make educated purchases.  Tim the Tutor lives up to Buy101's motto, "We do the homework for you" by doing the research that answers your most common questions.  Tim is trained and skilled in the areas of binding, laminating, paper cutting, shrink-wrapping, drilling, folding, booklet making and much more.

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