In previous posts in this series I have written about the technology in the Kindle distribution process, on-demand printing, cover and interior book design that has helped generate eBook and paperback formats of SAP Nation. This week, Bang Printing in Minnesota has been processing a large batch of the final format – hardcovers.
Phil Wagner of Bang kindly emailed me photos of the technology used in that process. A few years ago, only big publishing houses had access to such “factories” – now they are within reach of authors whose audiences still expect content in this durable format.
MAN Roland 500 PLV Press for the color covers
Timson T-Print digital printing system for the text pages
Cutting, binding, finishing and boxing technology from providers like Polar and Kolbus
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