Articles by Seghen

2020 has certainly been… different. When COVID-19 hit, manufacturing and office supply companies were deemed an essential service, so Southwest was able to stay open across the country. Being an essential service meant that we had a responsibility to be able to support other essential businesses so they could help those in most need. So we did our research and were able to find Personal Protect...

The best way to laminate paper with a high-end, durable and professional finish is by using a laminator machine. These machines make laminating quick and easy. That’s why, many businesses are choosing to have a machine on-site - increasing their efficiencies with the ability to laminate on-demand. Businesses can use a laminator machine to give a professional look to all their printed documen...

The primary reason businesses use custom binder covers is to achieve a more high-end or branded look and feel. Custom binder covers aren’t just off the shelf purchases, they’re binders that are tailored to a businesses’ specific needs and taste. Whether it’s the material used to create the binders, or the images printed on the covers, this combination is customized by the business. There are so...

Companies, organizations and even academic institutions rely on binding machines and supplies to run a successful operation. Long gone are the days when all of your professional documents or classroom materials are sent to a professional printing and binding production house, alternatively, decision-makers in many industries are bringing production in-house by purchasing professional binding eq...

Booklet makers are a popular machine for business that produce professional materials at a high volume. Not only businesses, but academic institutions use booklet makers to easily, and efficiently create booklets for their training and classroom materials. There are four main reasons why booklet makers have become an invaluable machine for businesses and education alike: there are so many diffe...

It’s a common complaint in an office or production environment - paper shredders are loud, cumbersome, and often slow machines to have around. But they are necessary technology for many organizations, so the search continues for quiet paper shredders that are more modern, work in any environment, and are highly efficient. They really do exist! Let’s look at the three main types of paper shre...

There are many reasons that businesses and organizations alike use the method of perfect binding for a variety of printing projects. The pages of documents like books, reports, manuals, catalogues and even product brochures, are glued together at the spine using perfect binding equipment to create a flat, strong, and flexible edge. This method produces a professional appearance, is flexible eno...

The primary reason businesses tend to invest in laminated paper products, is durability. Laminated paper is a transparent film that bonds printed pieces, adding protection to frequently used prints as well as strength and ultimately extending the shelf life to its quality.  Another reason lamination is popular for business purposes, is that it often enhances the appearance of the printed piece ...

Paper cutters are a staple in many businesses that print and produce materials at a high volume. They rely on them to increase efficiencies at scale and help them consistently churn out a high-quality product. When you’re in the market for a new paper cutter, or an upgrade of your existing equipment – where do you turn to for advice? How about, other businesses that have made similar purchases?...

With so many options on the market, how do you make a decision about “the best laminator” for your office, classroom, or production services? Does it make your head spin looking at spec sheets, comparison charts, or reading online product reviews? Let’s make it easy, and look at four decision-making factors that will help you narrow in on the best laminator for your purposes. What will you u...