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About 3 Ring Binders
About 3 Ring Binders - A History of Looseleaf Binder
Organization
- A perfect way to organize office and classroom
information and keep notes in order
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Traditional 2- and then 3- ring filing systems didn't begin
to evolve until almost 20 years later, but, since then,
numerous patents have attempted to improve upon the classic,
useful design.
Despite the seeming
simplicity of the concept, all binders are not alike! We'll
offer you a checklist to help you understand what type of
3-ring binder is most effective for your usage.
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Russell's Common
Sense Binder, patented in 1877, shown as advertised
as a product by Asa L. Shipman's Sons, New York,
N.Y., in this 1893 advertisement above.
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His product's
wide range of application was easily and quickly
recognized. Since then, the files at the Patent
Office have received plenty of applications dating
back to the mid-19th century for binders of varying,
innovative designs.
It would take 16 years
for the Common Sense Binder to evolve into an actual
2 ring loose-leaf binder, seen in this 1899 Chicago
Binder and File Co. advertisement. Hole punchers
soon became another standard office product. The
2-ring looseleaf model would eventually give way
to efficient versions of 3 ring filing systems that
have become the standard in business and education.
Images of antique binders
included on this page is courtesy of the Early Office
Museum /
www.earlyofficemuseum.com.
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Lightweight and safe portability, easy review capability
and remove/insert access to filing paperwork, the
ability to organize paperwork by alpha, numeric, or
subject heading within each book using simple dividers,
and their organized manageability on shelves and desks
are some of the reasons for their popularity.
The various sizes of binder
and the sizes of rings that are now available also allow
you to select binders perfect for your particular usage.
Larger-sized ring binders allow you more depth so you
can store records for an entire week, month,
product-line, etc. School work and sales catalogs are
two other popular usages. Thinner rings binders are
great to holding material dedicated for individual
projects, lists, particular class lists, experiment
notation, journaling, and other similar projects.
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measure across the inside diameter of the ring. The
overall size of the O-ring and elliptical rings can be
measured from left to right and must be larger than the
stated capacity because the mechanism must go around the
contents. Overall size of D-rings must be measured from
the inside also, though in this case, between the inside
top and bottom.
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Ring Binders
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D-Ring Binder
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Elliptical overlapping rings
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There's no doubt about it -
some binders simply are built better than others! Also,
usage and requirements vary so you'll want to ensure you
purchase a binder design that effectively fits your needs
without problems.
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The choice of
products made from less durable material vs. looseleaf binders
that are durable and capable of handing high intensity,
heavy-duty use largely depends on how long and how much
the binder will be used.
Binders
that are only occasionally referred to and which have a
service life capacity of 5 years may require the same quality
investment as for a binder being used for one year that's
expected to receive constant handling.
Binders must withstand all the
conditions or rugged use they'll receive during their life.
Some may undergo constant handling. If used in the field
by sales people or at repair/installation facilities, dirt,
oily hands, rain, and accidental dropping can be expected.
Your one-time project funding may limit your capacity to
replace your stock of these.
If so, the overall appearance and design should convey business
integrity, stability, prestige, and boast eye appeal.
Constant
activity and constant reference requires rugged construction,
easy handling, light-weight, clean-ability, and impressive
styling.
Easy handling,
low bulk, practical counter use, quick-sheet change out
and clear indexing are some of the factors beneficial for
dealers, wholesalers, and jobbers.
D-ring and quality elliptical binders are known to hold
approximately 25% more sheets than standard round ring binders.
Cover rigidity, spine identification, outstanding color
and appropriate size are important considerations. Too,
how easy is it to "grab" and pull out?
Consider a light-weight material ring binder with the ability
to withstand handling, drops, and soiling.
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