Keeping Binding 'In The Fold'

Library Binding Finds Its Niche

While binding printed material is one form of bindery work, a more specialized form is library binding. Universities, large libraries and even the Library of Congress must adhere to the strict standards put forth by the American National Standard Institute. (A pdf file of these standards can be found on the Library Binding Institute's Web site: www.lbibinders.org). Library binderies not only bind library materials like periodicals and journals, they repair or rebind worn books and book covers and even recreate books that are worn beyond repair.