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Welcome to The Library Binding Institute The Library Binding Institute is the premiere information resource on library binding. It exists to ensure the highest standards in library binding and to create awareness that library binding is the best long-term collections maintenance preservation option. What is a Library Binder? “A book is the only thing which man has made that asks nothing from him, but only the opportunity to give ... The existence of books has enabled our society to develop to the point where the accumulated mass of our experiences, freely available to everyone, provides resources, and the opportunity to use them, to each generation. The improvement of the lot of mankind is directly related to the availability of the book to all who seek its treasures.”A Few Thoughts on Books, written by Dudley A. Weiss, former LBI Executive Director. Certified library binders are innovators and highly skilled craftsmen who have been dedicated to ensuring the highest standards in library binding, for more than seventy years. Producing many books on time that are durable and aesthetically appealing, library binders are also the original “one-off” demand binders and are branching out into areas such as on-demand printing and short run binding. Today’s library binder is involved in more aspects of book production and preservation than ever before - from printing books, to prebinding them, to rebinding them, scanning books for digital storage and/or production, and book repair/conservation. In addition to handling books of all shapes and sizes, certified library binders – in accordance with the ANSI/NISO/ LBI Library Binding Standard Z39.78-2000 - work with newspapers, journals, maps, music, and rare books. Now, more than ever, librarians are faced with a number of choices with regard to the care and maintenance of their collections and library binders are there to lend their expertise and services. Their knowledge helps to guide librarians with decisions such as when and how to bind knowing there are a variety of factors to be considered. Ultimately, the certified library binder knows that library binding is the most permanent and best, long-term preservation option.Building on improvements in production and quality over the years, certified library binders are uniquely poised to also work with publishers and can print one or 1,000 books, according to specifications, quickly and accurately. Their experience with the care and handling of a variety of library materials, combined with rapid production technology, makes certified library binders a natural choice for the growing on-demand book business.In Library Binding Manual, Maurice F. Tauber writes “The preservation of cultural and intellectual heritage in printed form is the collective responsibility of many individuals and groups. No one, in good conscience, in or out of the library, who is concerned with books, can avoid this duty. The responsibility for preservation is shared by publishers, suppliers, and manufacturers who create the book, the librarians who serve as custodians and interpreters of the printed record, the binders who bind or rebind specifically for library use, the library administrators who must allocate funds for binding, and especially, the community which uses the books.” The role of the certified library binder in book production and preservation has expanded since these words were first written. Who better, then a certified library binder, to entrust this noble endeavor?
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HBI/LBI 2008 Fall Conference and One hundred and nine people from eight countries representing fifty-nine companies gathered September 25 – 28 in Pasadena, CA to learn from industry experts and tour binderies during the 2008 HBI/LBI Fall Conference and Seminar. More on the conference to follow including conference photos and presentations… HBI Welcomes the Following New Members! Proven Direct R & R Bindery World Image Printing
Just Published! Debra S. Nolan, Executive Director
Hardcover Binders International (HBI) On February 28, 2008, the LBI Board of Directors voted to adopt the assumed name of Hardcover Binders International (HBI) for the Library Binding Institute. In doing so, the membership of the corporation shall consist of two divisions - one will be called the Certified Library Binders Division and the other will be called the Hardcover Binders Division. An email membership survey was conducted in early February. Forty percent of LBI members, a little more than half certified library binders, responded. Of those who responded, 86% favored the name Hardcover Binders International. When asked if they would vote in favor of this new direction for LBI, 92% responded favorably. Only members of the Certified Library Binders Division may refer to themselves as members of the Library Binding Institute (LBI). All membership classes, rights, and privileges remain unchanged. The Hardcover Binders Division shall consist of the following classes of members: Active Member, Associate, and Nonprofit. The qualifications for membership shall be as follows: Active Member Associate Member Nonprofit Member High quality books one book at a time is where LBI member expertise exists. Interest in this knowledge and expertise was evident by the unprecedented attendance at the 2007 LBI fall conference and hardcover binding seminar in Springfield, Massachusetts, where nearly 65% of those in attendance were not LBI members. “HBI is the future of LBI,” commented LBI Vice-President Mark Hancock, Utah Bookbinding. “People want to know how to make a quality book.” More information about this new development will be available in the coming weeks.
Unprecedented Attendance at the LBI Fall Conference and Hardcover Binding Seminar, September 27 – 29, in Click on the slide show below for photos from the event.
Nearly 150 individuals representing 75 companies attended the LBI fall conference and hardcover binding seminar, September 27 – 29, in On Thursday and Friday, September 27 and 28, participants enjoyed tours of Ecological Fibers, Bridgeport National Bindery, "Attending this conference just reinforced for me that networking, shaking hands, asking questions, and sharing meals can lead to ideas, business opportunities and knowledge about the industry.", commented Lynn Terhune, POD & USR Administrator / Corporate, John Wiley & Sons.” Plans are underway for a similar conference/seminar next year. More information will soon be available. Special thanks to our sponsors - HP, Océ, Xerox, Xeikon, and LBS.
Other Information on this page: (click to jump to a specific topic) Turning the Pages of Change - A Presentation by Noel Ward When Cover Boards Start to Warp - Causes and Solutions On Demand Binding - LBI Member Survey Library Binding Scholarship Memorial Fund LBI in the News - OnDemandJournal.com Noel Ward, Executive Editor of OnDemandJournal.com, presented Turning the Pages of Change - How Digital Book Production is Shaping the Books You'll Bind Tomorrow, at the LBI Spring Meeting, May 6, 2007. Click here to see his PowerPoint presentation.
When Cover Boards Start to Warp – Winter is approaching, causing many inquiries at this bookbinding expert’s desk about why hardcover boards are warping. Cold weather generates low, relative humidity. All materials made from cellulose fibers are affected by atmospheric changes, such as high and low humidity. These fibers react accordingly. (Read rest of article)
By Debra S. Nolan– On September 22, 2006 , the Library Binding Institute (LBI) board of directors discussed the future of the trade association while recognizing members’ increased business in on demand hard and soft cover binding. This year saw not only an increase in on demand binding work, but also two significant bindery mergers - ICIBinding Corporation merged with The Heckman Bindery to form The HF Group, LLC; Bridgeport National Bindery merged with Ocker & Trapp. As a result, there has been a slight decline in association membership dues revenue which may continue if more binderies merge. Given these trends, potential solutions related to LBI’s longevity were discussed including the formation of a sister trade association whose focus would be on demand binding. A survey of members was conducted last month to determine the level of interest and need for such an association. The Respondents The Responses Those who answered “yes” to the question listed indicated the On Demand Show, Book Business Magazine, and the Book Manufacturing Institute were currently meeting these needs. Those who answered “no” to the question indicated the following specific needs of an on demand binding market are not currently being met within the context of an association, conference/trade show, website, or publication: “An association would be used to promote on demand binding. I envision the sharing of technical skills and informational sessions to promote better quality bindings. The website could also be used as a tool to deliver this information.” “There is no association that focuses on the production of short run hardcover and paperback books although there are trade shows that feature technology to produce these products.” Those who answered “to a certain extent” indicated the following: “I recall seeing a couple of magazines for the on demand industry. While they might have some coverage of binding, I think the scope is extremely limited.” “Because specifications are still being worked on and are thus changing, there doesn’t seem to be a concrete concise avenue to explore, gather information from, and test on-demand products.” “There are trade shows that focus on the market but they are there to serve the competing companies that sell products/services. There is nothing that fosters the development of the market such as exists with LBI.” When asked about the target market for an on demand binding association, 62% indicated companies that provide digital printing services, 62% indicated companies that provide short run on demand hard and soft cover binding, and 25% indicated that there is no single target audience. When asked about the primary benefits of an on demand binding association, respondents indicated the following: “Education and future progress into this business.” “Informing members of how to bind better books. Promoting new standards for the on demand industry.” “The opportunity to meet with colleagues to discuss common problems, to meet with suppliers of materials and machinery, and to learn about new technology and market trends.” When asked about “hot topics” that would be of interest to those who joined this association, respondents replied: “standards and quality measures” “machinery for soft and hardcover binding, print technology, software for prepress, lamination problems and solutions for digitally printed covers” Finally, respondents provided the following additional comments: “This is the growth of the future.” “An organization like this will promote better quality bindings.” “There is no real spur to form a new association or to establish print on demand standards since the market is driven by availability and speed.” “We need to take a leadership role in this and get it done.” While the majority of respondents seem to support the idea of an on demand binding association, there are many factors to consider. LBI will continue to explore this possibility and welcomes your feedback which can be sent to dnolan@lbibinders.org. Library Binding Scholarship Memorial Fund The LBI Scholarship Memorial Fund was started in memory of longtime LBI member Mel Kavin, Kater-Crafts Bookbinding. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships for library binding educational opportunities. This fund will honor the memory of those, like Mel, who have made significant contributions to the library binding industry. |
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