A Fastback 20 Strip/Tape Binding Machine in purple and gray, showcasing its sleek design with a translucent yellow cover, used for professional document binding.

Fastback 20 Strip/Tape Binding Machine - FB20

$5,175.00
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Brand: Powis Parker
Item# FB20
  • Graphical user interface with minimal training required
  • Strip, hardcover and perfect binding
  • 350 sheet binding capacity
  • 1 year manufacturer warranty

ProductDescription

The Fastback 20 from Powis Parker is a perfect binding machine for copy shops, financial institutions, government agencies, or educational environments. It will produce excellent results at a very low cost, whether it's binding presentations, yearbooks, or important documents. Designed with performance and convenience in mind, the FB20 is virtually maintenance free and very easy to use thanks to the user-friendly, one-touch LCD display. The multipurpose machine will handle both tape binding and hardcover book binding, detecting which type of binding strip you are using automatically. Plus, this Powis Parker system is also eco-friendly, continuing the company's focus on greener manufacturing methods and materials. Order this high quality Fastback 20 machine to receive an informative DVD created by MyBinding. The DVD includes a guide on the fastback system, functions, and how to tutorials.

Product Details

  • Binds 10 to 350 sheets in 13-20 seconds
  • Designed to work in concert with Foilfast and Powis Printer
  • Graphical user interface
  • Strip, hardcover and perfect binding
  • 3.5 times faster than punch and bind
  • Minimal training required
  • Easy to produce, professional documents
  • Powis paper based binding has a low environmental impact versus plastic comb and coil binding
  • Fastback Bindings are fully recyclable and contain 30% recycled and/or post consumer waste content earning an FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certification
  • Includes an informative DVD created by Mybinding.

Item Specifications

  • Machine Dimensions: 23.5"W x 9"H x 23"D
  • Maximum weight: 59 lbs
  • Spine Lengths: Max. 12" (30.5cm) (A4); Min. 6" ( 15.24cm).
  • Spine Thickness: Narrow, medium, wide
  • Binding Capacity: 10 sheets to 350; 1.5" max. thickness (3.8 cm)
  • Page Sizes: Max. 12" (30cm) and Min. 6" (15.24cm)
  • Optimal Paper Weight: 20 lb standard (80 gsm) to 32 lb (120 gsm)
  • Edit Capability: Yes (<2 edit cycles)
  • Warm-up Time: 3 minutes
  • Binding Time: 13 to 20 sec.
  • 115VAC, 60 Hz, 7 amps
  • Regulatory Approvals: UL, CE, cUL
  • Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 Year Manufacturer Manufacturer's Warranty

Demonstration Video

Fastback 20 Binding Machine: How to Make a Hard Cover Book Demo

Transcript : In this video, you're about to see me demonstrate how to make a hardcover book. I'll be using super strip and the Fastback 20 binding machine. You're going to love how easy and intuitive this system is. Alright, let's do this. I'm going to show you how to make a beautiful, traditional hardcover book in less than a minute. So, these are our pages. We're going to add our end leaves on either side here. Put them in the machine. Just tap it to make sure it's nice and even. Put the binder strip in and the binding itself takes about 15 seconds. It's really quick. And as soon as it's done, I can put ...

Customize Professional Documents Using the Fastback Image Strip and Fastback 20

Transcript : In this video, I'm going to show you how easy it is to customize professional documents using the Fastback image strip. To demonstrate this, I'll be using the Fastback 20, Image Ready strip and the Epson workforce pro WFC 52108 jet printer. Saying that is actually a lot harder than the demonstration I'm about to do. Using image strip enables you to reinforce your credibility and professional with beautiful presentations. You can create one design that works for most of your presentations, or customize each strip as needed. The first step is to have your in-house designer create beautiful and i ...

Fastback 20 Binding Machine: How to Bind a Hardcover Book

Transcript : In this video, you're going to learn how to bind a hardcover book. It's fast, it's easy, and it takes less than 20 seconds. You can do this at the Fastback 20 or the Fastback 9. All you need is binding strip and easy back hardcovers. I'm gonna show you how quick and simple it is to make an easy back hardcover. I’m gonna take my paper. All I need is a hardcover on both sides. I'm going to put it in the binder. Tap it here. Tap it here. Just to make sure it's even, press the button, insert the strip. And what's great about these hard covers is you make it up to 600 pages just with this one size ...

Resources

  1. Fastback 20 Upgrade Features.pdf (1.40 MB) Download
  2. Fastback 20 Product Brochure.pdf (1.94 MB) Download

Staff Review

Powis Parker Fastback 20 Product Review

Powis Parker makes some of the most innovative tape binding machines available and one of their best is the brand new Fastback 20. This is an extremely versatile device that can be used in a variety of different workplaces (offices, schools, print shops, etc.) and it's packed with special features. It also happens to be compatible with environmentally friendly binding supplies, so you don't need to feel guilty about binding your documents with it. Continue reading so you can check out the Fastback 20's strengths (and weaknesses) and determine if it's the right device for your binding needs.

The machine's strengths:

  • The Fastback 20 can be used to bind documents of varying sizes and thicknesses. Your document can contain from 10 to 350 pages and narrow, medium, and wide Fastback strips are compatible with this device. Also, the documents can be from 6" to 12" long, so it's really easy to bind letter- and A4-sized work.

  • This is definitely the Fastback machine to use when you're in a hurry. The device only takes 3 minutes to warm up and it can bind a document in 20 seconds or less. This is almost four times faster than using a traditional punch-and-bind device.

  • It's possible to edit documents that have been bound with the Fastback 20. This way, you don't need to totally do things over again if you need to make any changes to your work.

  • The paper supplies used with this machine are environmentally friendly and recyclable so you can reduce your company's carbon footprint.

  • Using this machine is easy because it has a graphical user interface. If you're new to binding, you'll be a pro at it in no time. And if you're already familiar with binding, you'll be pleased to know that this machine is compatible with the FoilFast and Powis printers. Plus, the Fastback 20 has a convenient SD card slot for firmware and software updates in the field.

  • The Fastback 20 is beautifully designed and it will look great in all kinds of workplaces. It comes with a one-year warranty.

  • The Fastback 20 is compatible with Powis Parker Image strips allowing you to create a fully customized look to your bound documents and reports. Using an image strip allows you to brand the spine of your document and to create the impression you desire with your prospective customers and clients.

And its few weaknesses:

  • The Fastback 20 is fairly large with dimensions of 23.5" (width) x 9" (height) x 23" (depth). You'll need a fair amount of space for it, so it might not be the best choice for smaller work areas such as cubicles.

  • Also, this machine is heavy and weighs in at 59 pounds. Be sure to exercise caution when moving it. (Better yet, pick a good spot for it and don't move it unless you absolutely need to.)

  • Unlike its predecessor the Fastback 15xs, the model 20 does not handle legal sized documents. If you need to bind documents longer that 11.7" (A4), this machine probably isn't for you.

Recommendation:

The Fastback 20 is one of the best tape binding machines on the market and it's definitely the star of Powis Parker's already impressive lineup of document finishing devices. This machine is fast, versatile, and it works with environmentally friendly products. It's also easy to use so anyone needing to bind a document can do so without any trouble. The only thing that could be problematic is this machine's size. However, if you have enough space for it, you're going to love it. Check out the Fastback 20 today!
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Questions & Answers

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I have a binding strip in the binder how do i open it to retrieve strip.
Asked by Mark Dawida
To address technical issues the best first step is to contact the manufacturers technical support department. The manufacturer is Powis Parker and their phone number is 1 (800) 321-2463 .

Answered by MyBinding
8 years and 7 months ago ago
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Can I make hardcover books with this machine?
Asked by Camille
Yes, you can. The Fastback 20 is capable of binding documents with both hard and soft covers. This makes the machine very versatile and will enable you to give your work the perfect look it requires. Best of all, the device can bind any document in less than 30 seconds so you can finish your project quickly and you can edit it later on if you need to.

Answered by MyBinding.com
8 years and 10 months ago ago
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I’m looking for a binding method that’s environmentally friendly. Does this device use supplies that are better for the environment than plastic combs?
Asked by Peter
It does. Powis Parker – the company that manufactures the Fastback 20 – is known for making environmentally friendly binding supplies. The strips you use with this device are partly made out of either post-consumer waste or recycled materials. They can also be recycled so you don’t need to worry about the binding sitting in a landfill for a long time.

Answered by MyBinding.com
8 years and 10 months ago ago
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What kind of documents can I bind with the Fastback 20?
Asked by Leah
Just about anything you want. This machine is capable of binding documents that contain as few as 10 pages or as many as 350. You can use it to bind school assignments, financial and/or legal documents, novels, year-end reports, and so on. Your work will look really professional once it’s been bound, so you can use this device for important documents for meetings and such.

Answered by MyBinding.com
8 years and 10 months ago ago
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Can I use this machine to bind a Poly Cover?
Asked by Amber O.
Thinner poly covers tend to warp when bound with a fastback machine. However we have seen users successfully bind documents with thicker 23 gauge poly covers. If you would like a sample to try in your machine give us a call at 1-800-944-4573 and we can send you a sample of both 23 and 35 gauge poly to see how you like it and to run through your unit.

Answered by MyBinding.com
8 years and 11 months ago ago