Six Things to Consider When Choosing a Booklet Maker

There's no doubt about it: making booklets by hand is time-consuming, especially if you have to produce a lot of them. However, you can make your job easier by using a booklet maker. If you don't have one of these machines, you might want to get one. Here are six things you should consider when choosing a booklet maker:



Paper size. Paper size is probably the most important consideration when choosing a booklet maker. Most machines have the ability to handle letter-sized paper (8.5" x 11") which isn't a problem. However, not every device can handle larger and smaller sizes of paper. You need to think about what size of paper you want to use and then choose a device that can handle your materials.



Document length. Generally speaking, booklets are pretty short and usually don't contain more than 50 pages. It's important to think about how long your booklets are going to be so you can get a machine that will be able to handle your documents. Some machines can only staple a few sheets but there are others than can staple 20+ pages so you can create longer booklets.




Stapling heads. As you look at various booklet makers, you should check out where how many stapling heads each machine has. A device might have just two staple heads or as many as four. If a machine has more stapling heads, your documents will be much more securely bound. You might want to get a machine that has moveable stapling heads so you can use as many (or as few) staples as you want when binding your work.



Speed. Since the main purpose of getting a booklet maker is to help you save time, you should choose a machine that can produce a large number of books per hour. There are some machines that can only produce a handful of documents in a hour while there are others that can fold and staple hundreds. Keep in mind that the speedier machines tend to be expensive, so your budget might play a role in how fast of a device you get.



Various capabilities. Depending on your needs, you might want to choose a booklet maker that can do various things. Some devices can be used as a paper folder or even a stapler. This can be handy when you're preparing a lot of documents for a meeting or mass mailing. Also, if your booklet maker can do these tasks, you won't need to invest in a separate paper folder or electric stapler.



Warranty. Finally, you need to pick a machine that comes with a good warranty. Even the most affordable paper shredders are a bit pricey, so you'll want to ensure that you can have your device repaired or replaced in case something happens. A good warranty will last for a year or longer.





Those are the six things you need to consider (and look for) when choosing a booklet maker. Having one of these machines will definitely make your job a lot easier, so consider getting one for your workplace today.