Does this machine really punch and then bind, or is it 2 separate steps? When I have used binding machines in the past it was a 2 step process...
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It is 2 separate steps, but it is very easy. You put the binding on, open it up, then you punch up to 12 pages and slide them on the binding. You can then keep punching pages while the binding is still open until you're done. It's a great binding machine, I recommend it!
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It's two steps--punch, remove the paper from the puncher, and then lay the paper over the comb and trust you didn't shift any pages in the process or you'll be there all day.
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You punch the papers and then put them on the binder. I would say it is two separate steps.
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It's the binding combs that are the issue. I've only seen 11 inch combs. The binding machine itself will do smaller paper. But I've never seen smaller combs - the sizes (1/2 inch, 1 inch, etc.) relate to the amount of paper they will hold.
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Hi There, This question had me curious, so I just tried it, and it works. Parchment paper is a little more fibrous than scrapbook paper, so it's best to use a quick snap-like punching motion to get a nice clean circle punch out, worked great for me. Hope you find this information helpful. September ~ AlteredAttic ;-)
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I don't se why not as you can punch a stack of around 20 sheets of regular paper at once. I would suppose it would depend on how heavy and how laminated as I don't know what keeps the dyes for punching the holes sharp. I can say I would have given this machine more stars if I could as it is so easy to use! Punching the holes is just merely pressing an on off button, similar to turning on and off any other appliance.
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If you don't put the paper in all the way you can make it cut half circles. I like to use the punch upside down so I can see what/how much I am pinching out. Hope this helps.
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I haven't had a chance to use the trimmer yet. My plan is to have a single stage press with the Quick Trim and a progressive press for loading trying to eliminate changing the set up repeatedly. I think the Quick Trim will give a more accurate trim than any handheld or many of the other standalone trimmers. The actions to trim with the Quick Trim are basically the same as loading and will be natural for me during the process. I hope this helps.
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I have used several different sizes of combs with it. I have had no problem at all with the actual binding but the punching of holes can be a problem if the paper is not properly seated. I usually can't use more than 3-4 sheets at most or I have problems. Hope this helps.
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I don't know exactly, but I tried with min 10 sheets. It works well. Binding works like using a hot glue gun. I also used staple to hold better. Not recommended, but I like it. works better
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This machine is basically a manual punch for spiral binding. The only way I know to change a page or pages would be to cut one of the crimped ends off the coil binding and remove the coil. Then, change the pages you need to update (that you've punched previously) and then manually re-thread a new coil, cut and crimp the ends. You will need to purchase a cutter/crimping tool separately to cut and crimp the coil binding.
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I don't know as I've never tried it. I would think you could punch at least one at a time. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
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Howdy, I would first contact the company. If that don't work out, try a dull center punch. But don't hit it too hard.Let me how you come out.
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You bet!! I have used my everyday and have lost count on things I have I bound. I love mine and have had no trouble with it or using it. It is easy to use and you will find yourselves using it for just about anything you can think to bind.
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The higher the level you place the tension, the better pull and push the workout will be. I started on level 2 to getuse to the machine, and have upped it to now level 4. I feel the pull in my arms, legs, bottom,and alittle in my stomach. I feel the forward movement inmy arms and shoulders. I really feel this is a good workout. I go slow for awhile, then pick up the pace and then slow it down again- sorta like they do in cross training. I also move my hands holding the bar to gripping it over the bar and then switch to holding the bar gripping under. I hope this helped you decide. I love my workout. And its such a great price. The higher the level you place the tension, the better pull and push the workout will be. I started on level 2 to getuse to the machine, and have upped it to now level 4. I feel the pull in my arms, legs, bottom,and alittle in my stomach. I feel the forward movement inmy arms and shoulders. I really feel this is a good workout. I go slow for awhile, then pick up the pace and then slow it down again- sorta like they do in cross training. I also move my hands holding the bar to gripping it over the bar and then switch to holding the bar gripping under. I hope this helped you... » Read More The higher the level you place the tension, the better pull and push the workout will be. I started on level 2 to getuse to the machine, and have upped it to now level 4. I feel the pull in my arms, legs, bottom,and alittle in my stomach. I feel the forward movement inmy arms and shoulders. I really feel this is a good workout. I go slow for awhile, then pick up the pace and then slow it down again- sorta like they do in cross training. I also move my hands holding the bar to gripping it over the bar and then switch to holding the bar gripping under. I hope this helped you decide. I love my workout. And its such a great price. « Show Less
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Hi Sheila. I love this machine. I agree with the other responses however I have done a short test run of just cutting a straight line from the edge of the paper to the center of each hole and then inserting the new page this way and it sure does seem to hold well but depending on what you are using it for that may not be a permanent solution. Also, don't buy the crimper...I use a small pair of needle nose pliers that work great.
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I'm in the process of doing research on this machine and it seems like it does have a 1-step button hole feature. See this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cv6u9Yu12vg
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Make sure the paper is sitting right. If the paper shifts then it will be too close to the edge, some times larger quantities of paper will shift as the machine punches the holes, so do't overload the paper.
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There is a lever that separates the rollers in order to pull out a jammed paper. I think using that button caused my machine to lose tension on the rollers though. This machine didn't even last me through the hot pockets it came with!