These adhesive components are pre-formed strips of glue, often pressure-sensitive, designed to securely fasten pages together in the creation of books, notebooks, and similar bound documents. An example is a thin, double-sided adhesive applied to the spine of a text block, enabling the cover to adhere firmly and durably.
Their importance lies in providing a clean, efficient, and relatively mess-free method for achieving a strong and lasting bind, particularly in short-run or on-demand publishing. Utilizing these strips can significantly reduce the time and complexity associated with traditional liquid adhesive binding techniques. Historically, manual application of liquid glues was standard, often leading to inconsistencies and longer drying times; these pre-formed strips offer a more controlled and predictable alternative.
