Fellowes is a name that is almost plastic salad bowl online

with paper shredders, but they also make some good plastic comb binding

machines as well, even for entry-level users. One of these is the Star

Plastic Comb Binding Machine. This is a device that allows you to

quickly create your own booklets for not a lot of cash. Here are some

of the Star's strengths and weaknesses.

Fellowes is a name that's almost synonymous

with paper shredders, but they also make some good plastic comb binding

machines as well, even for entry-level users. One of these is the Star

Plastic Comb Binding Machine. This is a device that allows you to

quickly create your own booklets for not a lot of cash. Here are some

of the Star's strengths and weaknesses.

Strengths:

For an entry-level binding device, the Star has pretty

respectable punching and binding abilities. It can punch 10 sheets at

once and it can bind booklets that contain up to 150 pages. You can use

combs that are up to 3/4" thick. The Star's

punching mechanism allows you to punch your documents vertically. Doing

so ensures that the holes will be accurately placed for more

professional-looking results. This product allows you to punch and bind continuously. This means you can complete your work in a lot less time.

All of your supplies will be nearby because the Star has a storage tray

for all of your combs. There is also a comb selector so you can pick

the right spine and not wind up with one that's either too large or too

small. The Star has been designed so it can be

carried and stored easily. It has an integrated handle so you can carry

the device like a briefcase and it also has a cover that snaps shut so

it won't take up a lot of room when being stored. Plus, the handle is

U-shaped and it can be locked into place. (Note: this type of handle is

better on your joints that one that's located on just one side of the

machine.) Although this is an inexpensive device, the teeth and hooks of the comb opener are metal so they're very durable.

This is one of the most affordable comb binding machines you can buy.

The Star has a list price of $114.95, which is much cheaper than having

your booklets bound by a print shop. Plus, this product comes with a

two-year warranty. Weaknesses: Since this is a basic machine, it lacks many advanced

features including disengageable dies and a depth of punch margin

control. Due to the lack of these attributes, you will be stuck with

creating letter-sized booklets, although you do have the option of

using oversized covers measuring 8.75" x 11.25" if you wish.

This is a machine that's good for the creation of smaller documents,

but it's not at all suitable for making longer booklets. It's also not

ideal for organizations that need to produce a lot of booklets quickly

due to the unit's manual operation and punching capability.

Most of the Star's parts are made out of plastic, so this obviously

isn't the most heavy-duty machine available. Also, most of the plastic

is white, so there's a chance it could become discolored after a lot of

time goes by or the device is used a lot. Overall,

the Fellowes Star Binding Machine is a simple, inexpensive product that

does what it's supposed to do even though it lacks a lot of advanced

features. It would be great for people that need something that's

priced reasonably and can create shorter booklets.

Posted by: picnicset at 02:11 AM | No Comments | Add Comment
Post contains 612 words, total size 4 kb.