Glued Signatures

Also known as perfect binding, glued signatures are a method of assembling a book where individual groups of pages, known as “signatures,” are glued together at the spine. This method is a common technique used in the production of many types of books, especially paperbacks and some types of hardcover books.

Glued signatures’ binding method have many benefits:

Cost-Effectiveness: Gluing signatures is generally less expensive than other binding methods, such as sewn binding. The process is more automated and requires less manual labor, which reduces production costs.
Efficiency: The process of gluing signatures is relatively fast, allowing for quicker production times. This efficiency is particularly beneficial for large print runs.
Perfect for High-Volume Printing: Glued signatures’ method is ideal for high-volume printing jobs, such as mass-market paperbacks, where cost and speed are crucial factors.

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As a trade printing expert, we take each binding process very seriously, so that your clients’ demands go beyond their expectations. Here’s an general overview of the glued signatures binding process:

Signatures: A signature refers to a set of pages that are printed together on a large sheet of paper and then folded, cut, or trimmed down to create a smaller group of pages. Each signature typically consists of multiple pages of the book.
Collating: Once the signatures are printed and folded, they are collated, or arranged in the correct order to form the complete text of the book.
Gluing: In the glued signature method, the collated signatures are then aligned and glued together at the spine. This is often done using a strong, flexible adhesive. The glue binds the edges of the signatures, forming a solid text block.
Cover Attachment: After the spine is glued and the text block is formed, the cover is then attached. In the case of paperback books, a soft paper or cardstock cover is glued to the spine. For hardcover books, a more rigid cover is attached, often with additional reinforcement.

High quality printing
Low startup quantity (minimum 500)
Available on 100% recycled paper
Available with Glossy and matt finish
Available in custom sizes

Why BD Print is your best choice for Glued Signatures?

We listen to our clients and and understand their needs. We aim to provide the best prices, prompt service, and top quality to ensure that your business remains highly profitable.

Competitive Pricing

We offer the best prices on true, high quality printing.

High Quality

No need to worry about quality; our state-of-the-art technology ensures that your project will have crisp black lines and vibrants colours.

Quick Turnaround

Our decades of experience in the print business gives us unparalleled experience in providing the very best end product, even with a quick turnaround time.