All this means is that thisis perhaps not the machine to choose
The Akiles WireMac Combo is uniquelypositioned as virtually the only binding machine on the market capableof binding documents with either wire-o spines or plastic bindingcombs. Here are a few of the strengths and weaknesses of this machineas we see them. Strengths: The Akiles WireMac Combooffers some unprecedented flexibility in that offers users thecapability to bind documents in both the CombBind and the wire-obinding styles. This machine comes in a couple of differentconfigurations. With the three to one pitch version of this system, youwill be able to bind documents using plastic combs, wire-o, GBCProclick and Zipbind, spiral coil, and spiral-o. This gives yourorganization an impressive variety of options for the different bindingprojects that you may have, such as presentations, reports andproposals. You can also get the WireMac Combo in a two to one pitchversion which limits your options somewhat.
This will provide you withthe ability to do your binding with wire-o, plastic combs, Zip Bind andwith specialty 0.400 spiral coil. The WireMacCombo is made from high quality steel components and is definitelybuilt to last. In fact, it is one of the most durable binding machinesthat we have tested. The comb opener, wire closer, punching mechanismand punching dies are all built extremely well. Thissystem comes with an ultra-duty wire closer on the front of themachine. The closer can handle all of the sizes of wire-o and spiral-ospines ranging from 3/16" up to 1-1/4" in size. Plus, the closer isdesigned to provide an even crimp along the entire length of yourspine. Other wire closers will slip over time resulting in one end ofyour document being closed more than the other. That shouldn't be aproblem with this machine.
Some of the other featuresthat we really like about the WireMac Combo are the fully disengageabledies which enable you to punch sheets that are custom size, and theopen throat design that allows for the binding of documents of justabout any size (using a two punch process). The wires on the front thatallow you to hang pages on the spines, and the depth of punch margincontrol that allows you to set how far into the edge your holes arepunched, helping you to ensure the durability and usability of yourbooks. Weaknesses: For all itsversatility and functionality, the WireMac Combo is still a manuallyoperated machine when all is said and done.
All this means is that thisis perhaps not the machine to choose if your plan is to use it for hugeruns of documents, or if you will frequently have the need for speed.If that sounds like you, you may want to investigate an electricbinding system and/or a modular one that features interchangeable dies.Still, this is a great machine for small to medium volume projects. If aesthetics matter to you at all, you should be aware that theWireMac Combo isn't the most sleek or modern looking piece of equipmentthat you are going to run across. Also, it is fairly large for a systemof this type and it will take up its fair share of space on yourcounter. These things aren't exactly deal breakers, but they aresomething that we thought you should be aware of.
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