Library Binding

Standards

ANSI/NISO: ANSI/NISO Z39.76 - 1997 Data Elements for Binding Library Materials (PDF)
Abstract: Defines over three hundred required and optional data elements that can be used in a binding record to enable automated library systems to communicate with a bindery's automated system. This new standard was written by automation vendors and representatives of the library binding community to assure that the needs of both constituencies are addressed.
ANSI Approval Date: 08/30/02
ISBN (10): 1-880124-29-7
ISBN 978-1-880124-29-1; ANSI/NISO Z39.78 - 2000 Library Binding (PDF)
Abstract: Abstract: Describes the technical specifications and materials specifications for first-time hardcover binding of serials publications and paperbound books for library use, and rebinding of hardcover books and serials intended for library use.
Binding is the first line of defense in library preservation and can be a major part of a library's preservation budget. Developed jointly by NISO and the Library Binding Institute, this ANSI/NISO/LBI standard describes the technical specifications and materials to use for first-time hardcover binding of serials and paperbound books intended for the rigors of library use. It also covers rebinding of hardcover books and serials. Following this standard will give you volumes that are sturdy, durable and flexible.
ANSI Approval Date: 05/16/06
ISBN (10): 1-880124-43-2

Jeanne Drewes: Library Binding General Conditions and Specifications (PDF); Library Binding General Conditions and Specifications (RTF); Library Binding General Conditions and Specifications (msword)
Erich Kesse: Position descriptions for commercial bindery preparations; RFP for binding services
Patricia Palmer: Virginia Commonwealth University
RFP for Commercial Library Binding

Library Binding Institute Members: Member Binders
University of Florida, Gainesville: Library Binding manual, Preservation Dept., George A. Smathers Libraries