Custom jobs. Confidentiality concerns. Tight turnarounds. For Patel Stationery & Zerox in Navi Mumbai, binding work was once a bottleneck. That was until the SigLoch ZEN from Bindwel made in-house digital short run perfect binding not only possible but also profitable.
✨ Business Snapshot: Local Roots, Wide Reach
Founded by Ramji Narayan Bambhaniya, Patel Stationery & Zerox has grown into a trusted digital print solution provider across Nerul to Panvel.
With a 600 sqft setup and a dedicated 8-member team working from 9 AM to 9 PM, they serve local coaching classes and businesses with:
- Customised books and brochures
- Pamphlets, labels, and visiting cards
- Hard cover albums and reports
Their biggest strength? “Any paper, any customization—delivered on time.“
⚠️ Pre-Bindwel: Time, Cost & Confidentiality Challenges
Before bringing binding in-house, Patel relied on outsourcing—an arrangement that often caused delays and incurred higher costs for small-volume jobs.
“The challenge was completing book jobs in time as they were outsourced and costly for lower volumes. Also, we lacked confidentiality and full control,” says Ramji.
They needed speed, control, and flexibility—without compromising on quality.
🔄 The Turning Point: Choosing SigLoch ZEN
When the team encountered Bindwel’s SigLoch ZEN, the choice became clear.
- Made in India
- Backed by local service support
- Designed for digital short run perfect binding
“We chose Bindwel because of quality and the confidence that comes with Indian manufacturing and service,” Ramji affirms.
⚙️ Why SigLoch ZEN Made Perfect Sense
Bindwel’s SigLoch ZEN is tailored for digital printers who deal with:
- Short-run, on-demand jobs
- Diverse paper types and sizes
- Frequent format changes
Key Features That Made a Difference:
- Single-clamp binder with roughening station and dust extractor
- Three-roller gluing system with automatic thickness setting
- Driven side gluing and cover nipping with duration control
- Compact footprint and single-phase power—ideal for Patel’s space
“The spine preparation improves binding quality, and the 3-roller system ensures proper glue application,” adds Ramji.
🌟 Standout Project: DY Patil Annual Report
The DY Patil Annual Report was a high-visibility project.
- Type: Hardcover report
- Quantity: 200 copies
- Turnaround: Just 3 hours
“There was a challenge of making a good book block. SigLoch ZEN helped us overcome it easily,” says Ramji.
Thanks to SigLoch Zen, it delivered premium-quality book blocks for reports with speed and precision.
✅ Production Gains That Speak Volumes
Since the installation, the Patel team has achieved:
- Faster delivery timelines
- Minimal wastage and higher quality
- More control over sensitive/custom jobs
And they rarely need service.
“The machine doesn’t face breakdowns, so production continues uninterrupted.”
🏢 Tech Stack: Efficient and Evolving
Beyond the SigLoch ZEN, Patel operates:
- AccurioPrint C2060L & bizhub Press C6000 for color
- Canon ImageRunner for mono
- Sheet label cutter & auto-feed creaser for finishing
Together, these tools empower Patel Stationery to fulfill complex digital print demands.
🚀 Moving Forward with Confidence
By bringing digital short run perfect binding in-house, Patel Stationery has:
- Gained control over project timelines
- Improved quality and confidentiality
- Reduced production costs
“Bindwel has given us confidence to accept any job—big or small, simple or customized.”
This story proves that you don’t need a massive setup to deliver massive impact.
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