Glendale SpeedBind 330

The SpeedBind 330 perfect binder has been developed to meet the growing demand for professionally bound documents and books where quality presentation, fast turnaround times and ease of operation are essential.

Designed for in-plants, digital print providers, universities and corporate print rooms, the SpeedBind 330 combines advanced binding technology with simple, intuitive operation to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

The SpeedBind 330 is capable of producing professionally bound A4, A5 and A6 books, reports, manuals and documents, making it an ideal solution for a wide range of print finishing applications.

Key Features

• Colour touchscreen control for fast setup
• Adjustable spine clamping pressure and time
• Milling and notching spine preparation
• Combined spine and side gluing system
• Single glue tank for EVA adhesives
• Integrated paper dust extractor
• Fast warm-up time
• Output: up to 300 books per hour
• Padding mode for pad production

Control System

Operation is via an intuitive touchscreen control panel. All settings — including operation mode, glue temperature, clamp pressure, clamping time, and speed — are managed from the touchscreen. Setup is completed within seconds, ensuring consistent results across varying book sizes. Minimal operator training is required.

Spine Preparation

Spine preparation is performed using an extra-durable milling and notching disc equipped with:

• 12 milling teeth
• 2 notching blades

Before glue application, the book block passes over the disc to break down paper fibres on the spine. This process allows superior glue penetration, improving binding strength and durability.

Glue System

The SpeedBind features a single glue tank for both spine and side gluing. Designed for modern high-strength EVA glues, it eliminates the need for separate adhesives, simplifying operation and maintenance. A tail structure stabilizes the glue layer on the spine before the book block meets the cover. Excess glue is removed automatically, ensuring precise application and clean, professional finishes.

Clamping System

The adjustable clamping station allows fine control of:

• Clamp pressure – prevents over- or under-clamping
• Clamping time – adjustable for different paper and cover materials

This ensures a perfectly squared spine and consistently high-quality binding results.

Dust Extraction

An integrated paper dust extraction system is included as standard. During milling and notching, paper dust is collected in a cloth bag, reducing internal buildup and maintaining clean, reliable performance.

Padding Mode

In addition to book binding, the SpeedBind includes a padding mode for producing pads and similar products, increasing production flexibility.