Color GuideProduct Type: Specialty
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Spine Cutting Services: A Smarter Approach to Rigid Spine Book Production
Looking for ways to streamline rigid spine book production? Outsourcing spine cutting can help reduce setup and handling while keeping your team focused on core production.
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When Should You Outsource Endsheet Production? A Guide for Book Binderies
For many book binderies, endsheet production is simply part of the manufacturing process. But as production demands shift, labor becomes harder to find, and projects become more specialized, more manufacturers are asking whether every endsheet needs to be produced in-house. The answer isn’t necessarily to outsource everything. In fact, many of the most efficient binderies…
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Adhesives in Bookbinding
Categories: Product News
Adhesives are a critical part of bookbinding, influencing everything from durability and flexibility to production speed. Understanding the different types of bookbinding adhesives and how they perform can help improve both product quality and manufacturing efficiency. What Adhesives Are Used in Bookbinding? There are three primary types of adhesives used in bookbinding: 1. Water-Based Adhesives…
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How to Choose the Right Cover Material for Hardcover Books
Hardcover books continue to hold a strong place in the publishing industry, even as digital formats grow. Readers consistently show a preference for printed books, and hardcover editions remain an important category for publishers, collectors, and gift buyers. One reason is simple: the physical experience of a book matters. The weight, texture, and visual quality of…
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INTRODUCING PRIMESELECT™ BOARD: HIGH-PERFORMANCE,SUSTAINABLE, AND COMPETITIVE
Categories: Product News
With a competitive price, PRIMESELECT is positioned as a smart, high-performance option for those looking for quality at a reasonable cost without compromising strength or finish.
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A NEW MILESTONE FOR LBS:WELCOMING PILGRIM PACKAGING TO OUR FAMILY OF COMPANIES
Categories: LBS News
Pilgrim Packaging is a trusted distributor of materials that enhance the presentation and secure the delivery of fresh flowers, bouquets, and other floral arrangements.
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Press Release: LBS Acquires Pilgrim Packaging
Categories: LBS News
DES MOINES, IA — July 28, 2025 — LBS, a 100% employee-owned company and one-stop shop for the book binding and packaging industries, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Pilgrim Packaging, a long-standing supplier to the floral industry known for its specialty converted products and responsive service. The transaction closed on July 15, 2025. Terms of…
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FINDING THE PERFECT BOND
Categories: Product News
When was the last time you evaluated your adhesive selection? Advancements in adhesive technology continue to improve efficiency, reduce equipment maintenance, and enhance product performance.
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LBS INVESTS IN CONTINUOUS EDUCATION & INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
Categories: Industry News
At LBS, we believe in the power of continuous education and the value of building strong industry relationships. This past month, our team members had the opportunity to attend two important industry events: PubWest in New Orleans and LuxePack Los Angeles. These conferences provide invaluable insights into market trends, emerging technologies, and customer needs—all of…