An Introduction to Twin Loop Wire Binding

Twin Loop wire binding is one of the most popular methods of binding available today. Also known as double loop wire, wire-o, double wire, or just wire binding this style involves taking a preformed C shaped spine, placing it through the holes on the edge of your document and using a wire closer to close the C shape into a round binding element. Wire-o is considered to be one of the most elegant binding styles available on the market and is popular with real estate offices, architects, engineers and marketing departments. However, if you are considering using this binding style in your office there are a few things you might like to know ...

1. Twin loop wire comes in two different pitches (the number of holes per inch). Generally speaking, smaller sized documents use 3:1 pitch (3 holes per inch) and larger sized documents use 2:1 pitch (2 holes per inch). To be more specific, 3:1 pitch wire is available in sizes from 3/16" up to 9/16" and 2:1 pitch wire is available in sizes from 5/8" up to 1-1/4". It is possible to order 2:1 pitch wire in smaller sizes. However, 3:1 pitch wire is not available in sizes larger than 9/16" (the diameter of the wire becomes too thick to fit in the holes).

2. Depending on the size of the documents that you are looking to bind you will need to choose the right binding machine. Most wire machines either punch the 3:1 or the 2:1 hole pattern. However, the Akiles WireMac Duo Combo binding machine is capable of punching both the 2:1 and the 3:1 patterns. If you are looking for an electric binding machine capable of punching both 2:1 and 3:1 patterns you will need to consider a modular binding punch such as the GBC MP2500ix, or the GBC Magnapunch.

3. Most desktop twin loop wire binding machines include a wire closer that is designed to squeeze the C shaped wires together until they are round. It is important that this closer is accurate and closes equally across the entire length of the closer otherwise your documents will not operate correctly. Both Akiles and Renz wire binding machines include high quality closers.

4. When binding documents with wire a good trick to remember is to bind the back cover of the report on the front of your document. After the document is bound you can flip the back cover onto the back of the document and it will hide the place where the twin loop wire meets giving you a more elegant bind.

Twin loop wire is incredibly popular because it allows documents to not only lay flat but to wrap 360 degrees. Elements are available in a number of colors including: Black, White, Silver, Bronze, Red, Blue, Green, Navy and Gray. This style is ideal for higher end presentations and proposals but should not be mailed without protection for the spine since the metal spines can become deformed.

Jeff McRitchie is the director of Marketing for http://www.mybinding.com. He has written more than two hundred articles on topics related to binding machines, binding supplies, presentation covers, ring binders, index tabs, laminators, laminating pouches, roll film, shredders and paper handling equipment. If you have any questions about Wire-O Binding Machines or Twin Loop Wire Binding Supplies check out MyBinding.

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Three Components Of Your Successful Presentation

An effective business presentation has three obvious, but often neglected parts. The first of these is the introduction. It is important to convey to your audience exactly what will be covered at the very start. This initial summation will engage their interest and convey that there is substantive and valuable information to be had from you.

The second part is the main body of your presentation. This obviously includes the bulk of what you have to say and should be organized and coherent. Use color coded notes, pocket folders, and clear tabs to ensure the answers to all possible questions from the audience are at your fingertips.

The final part of the presentation is logically called the conclusion. This often proves to be the most critical component of them all. Your audience will leave your presentation retaining mostly the feelings elicited from your conclusion. They may have been enthralled during your introduction, but if they find your conclusion lackluster they will depart unimpressed despite your initial good start.

The Art Of Simplicity

Many try to fill their presentations with bells, whistles and gadgetry of all sorts. Many times this is an attempt to make up for shortfalls in useful substance. You should strive to keep your presentation as simple as possible. Use only the words necessary to convey the applicable thought. Do not confuse your audience with unnecessary figures or superfluous language.

Subsequent to your presentation the audience should be able to concisely describe the new information imparted to them. It is certain you've left many a presentation wondering what was actually said during the hour of rambling. What was your impression of the speaker after those instances? Do not let that speaker be you.

Practice Makes Perfect

Just as any performer, those conducting business presentations need to practice and hone their craft. Each detail should be perfected. This applies to everything from presentation folder printing details and style all the way to your brilliant presentation conclusion.

Especially important is to ensure all technical aids are properly working. Nothing kills a presentation more than a stuck slide screen or non functioning microphone. Smart presenters always engage in a "dry run" prior to the actual presentation to avoid such mishaps.

Better Presentations Translate To More Sales

Once you have perfected the art of the business presentation you will see the tangible results accruing to your bottom line. Gaining a captive audience of prospective customers is not an easy feat. Wasting such an opportunity with a disjointed and ineffective presentation is a marketing cardinal sin. Make each presentation fully count.

Janice Jenkins is a writer for a marketing company in Chicago, IL. Mostly into marketing research, Janice started writing articles early 2007 to impart her knowledge to individuals new to the marketing industry.

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