GBC MP2000PB Modular Fixed Die Plastic Comb Binding Punch Review

The GBC MP2000PB is a
modular fixed die punch designed to punch holes in documents that need
to be bound with plastic comb binding.This machine can be used by a single operator
who punches and binds each document or it can be used as part of an
assembly line to increase productivity with one individual punching
while another opens the combs and finishes the books.

Overview:

• The GBC MP2000PB is a
  modular fixed die punch designed to punch holes in documents that need
  to be bound with plastic comb binding.
• Unlike many of the
  smaller desktop binding systems that are available on the market, the
  MP2000PB does not include a plastic comb opener. Instead it is meant to
  be used with a standalone modular comb opener to help increase
  productivity.
• This machine can be used by a single operator
  who punches and binds each document or it can be used as part of an
  assembly line to increase productivity with one individual punching
  while another opens the combs and finishes the books.

Strengths / Features:

• The
  MP2000PB is a medium duty electric binding punch that can handle up to
  twenty sheets of 20lb paper per lift. Although there are certainly
  machines available on the market that will punch more sheets of paper
  at a time, the MP2000PB offers exceptional punching quality and good
  value for its price point.
• This machine has dual punching
  controls. For users that just need to punch a few documents there is a
  large and easy to press button on the front of the machine. However,
  for high volume punching applications these machines come with a heavy
  duty foot pedal. The foot pedal makes punching large jobs a lot easier.
  However, some users prefer to use the button on the front.
• The
  MP2000PB has a vertical punching throat. This type of design can be
  used to help align your documents for punching. The process of dropping
  your pages into the punching throat can help to align your pages to
  reduce costly punching errors.
• This machine includes a
  stylish black case that is designed to look both professional and
  stylish. Many other modular binding punches look industrial, are loud
  and are out of place in an office environment. This machine is quiet,
  compact and you can even stack your finishing equipment on the top of
  it to conserve space.
• The MP2000PB features a depth of punch
  control to adjust how far into the paper the holes are punched. For
  thicker documents, it is recommended that the holes are punched deeper
  into the page so more of the paper is left for added strength. For
  thinner documents, the margin should be smaller so the paper will not
  overlap inside the spine of the comb.
• Using this machine in
  an assembly line fashion with one operator punching while another binds
  can offer almost triple the productivity of a desktop electric binding
  machine such as the C800pro. By allowing each operator to handle one
  task and eliminating the need to constantly stop punching to finish the
  documents the difference in productivity is amazing. Plus, the cost of
  this machine and a comb opener isn’t that much more than a heavy duty
  all in one machine.
• The MP2000PB features all metal construction for added durability

Weaknesses / Limitations:

• The
  MP2000PB does not have fully disengageable punching pins. Only nine of
  the twenty one punching pins can be disengaged. Using these nine
  disengageable dies it is possible to punch all of the most common sizes
  of paper. However, punching custom sized sheets may be a problem with
  this machine depending on the size of sheet that you need to punch.
• This
  machine has a two second punching cycle. This is the amount of time
  that it takes for the machine to be ready to punch another set of pages
  from the moment that you press the punching button. This is comparable
  to the punching cycle offered by the C800pro and other desktop binding
  systems. However, larger modular punches such as the MP2500ix and
  Magnapunch can have punching cycles that are up to four times faster
  than the MP2000PB. For high volume applications that can make a big
  difference.
• The MP2000PB is a fixed die punch and does not
  allow users to switch punching patterns. This machine is designed for
  organizations that only need to bind documents with plastic comb
  binding. Companies that need to produce more than one hole pattern or
  believe that they may want the ability to bind documents with another
  binding style should really look at an interchangeable die punch such
  as the MP2500ix.

Recommendation:

• The
  MP2000PB is great for a medium sized organization that is looking to
  increase their productivity in binding documents with plastic combs or
  GBC Zipbind.
• The MP2000PB is also a great choice for
  companies with lighter volumes that have need for electric punching
  over tedious manual punching.
• When used with a high quality
  modular comb opener it can provide added productivity at a cost that is
  similar to many of the heavy duty electric desktop comb binding systems.
• However ,
  users who need to bind documents with more than one binding style or
  who are looking for a high volume punching solution should probably
  look at a larger modular interchangeable die punching system.
• It
  is also important to remember that this system does not come with a
  plastic comb opener. The comb opener must be purchased separately if
  you want to bind documents with plastic combs.

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April 28th, 2008