The Craftsmanship of Book Binding
Book binding is a craft that is hundreds of years old. It has seen the influence of many waves of new technology, making the binding process faster and more efficient. But while machines have brought binding into the 21st century, there is a tradition among book binders, indeed, among craftsman of any trade, that stretches throughout the centuries and technological advances that propel a craft.
As in all crafts, the human element is that which makes the difference. Attention to detail and fine-tuned works are traits that only the hand of an experienced craftsman can bring to the table. Here at Advantage, we’re devoted to the time-honored craft of book binding, and with nearly 30 years of experience, we provide the hand of experience needed to deliver a quality, fine-tuned product. We’re proud to say we’ve been recognized by the following organizations for our work over the years.
BIA – Binding Industries of America
2003 – Best of Category in Case Binding, United Nations Diary
2003 – Award of Merit Unusual Turnaround – University of Notre Dame
1990 – Award of Merit in Mechanical Binding – ATT Calendar
1988 – Award of Merit Adhesive Binding – Early Cycladic Art in North American Collection
1989 – Best of Show – Byrd Book
PGAMA – Printing Industries of America – Maryland Affiliate
2012 – Best of Category Finishing/Binding – MacImpressions
2012 – Best Finished Entry – MacImpressions
2011 – Best of Category Finishing/Binding – David Bruce Smith (DBS)
2011 – Peoples Choice Aware – David Bruce Smith (DBS)
2010 – Award of Excellence Finishing/Binding – RR Donnelly
2009 – Award of Excellence Finishing/Binding – S&S Graphics
2008 – Best of Category Finishing/Binding – Schmitz Press
2001 – Award of Excellence Finishing/Binding – River Downs Gourmet Club
2001 – Most Creative use of Binding – Jones Printing
1999 – Best of Category Finishing/Binding – Fontana Litho
1993 – Best of Category Stamping/Embossing – Jeffery C. Weidig, MD
1989 – Award of Merit Stamping/Embossing – Barton Cotton
PIVA – Printing Industries of America- Virginia Affiliate
2000 – First Place Best in Print – Jones Printing Service, Charles Fazzino – Master of 3D Pop Art
2000 – First place for Books – Jones Printing Services
1998 – Award of Excellence Foil Stamping – John D. Lucas
1997 – First place foil stamping and embossing – Colorcraft Printing
Advantage Book Binding has been in the book binding business since 1985, when we were founded on the principle “we do a quality book on time.” Since then we’ve seen plenty of changes both in and out of the industry. While some have sounded the death knell for books and other physical media, we believe that the fact that we continue to be an industry leader into the 21st century is a testament not only to our longevity as a company but to that of our craft. We think it’s important to keep books and physical media on the shelves, which is why we dedicate ourselves to providing you with the highest quality book binding and post press services available.
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