{"product_id":"wire-closer-wbm532","title":"Akiles WBM532 | Heavy-Duty Manual Standalone Wire Closer","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eIndustrial 14\" Capacity Dual-Control Adjuster for 3:1 and 2:1 Pitch Wire Binding\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e Achieve a perfectly round, retail-grade finish on every book without the guesswork. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"101\"\u003eAkiles WBM532\u003c\/b\u003e is a commercial-grade, standalone wire closing machine engineered to close twin-loop wire binding elements seamlessly. Designed to handle the punishing demands of high-volume print shops, binderies, and corporate copy centers, this industrial finishing station handles all wire sizes from small 3\/16\" portfolios up to massive 1-1\/4\" manuals, across both 3:1 and 2:1 pitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eFeaturing an ultra-long, high-leverage manual rack and pinion handle mechanism, the WBM532 applies uniform, parallel downward closing pressure along the entire \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"160\"\u003e14-inch binding throat\u003c\/b\u003e. This completely eliminates the uneven, \"egg-shaped\" closes common on lightweight or integrated equipment, ensuring your presentation books turn smoothly and look perfectly symmetrical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy the WBM532 is the Professional Bindery Standard:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDual Micro-Adjustment Knobs:\u003c\/b\u003e Features an independent dial configuration on both the left and right sides of the chassis. This allows the operator to fine-tune the closing blocks to prevent over-crimping or under-closing at either end of the book spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMassive 14\" Open-Throat Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e Easily processes legal-sized documents, custom landscape portfolios, and standard letter formats with room to spare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUniversal 3:1 \u0026amp; 2:1 Pitch Range:\u003c\/b\u003e One single closing block scales across all standard wire diameters from 3\/16\" up to 1-1\/4\" without requiring hardware changeouts or module swaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntegrated Wire Holder Shelf:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a magnetic front-facing alignment tray that holds the open wire element securely in place while pages are stacked, drastically speeding up the loading phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSolid Steel Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Weighing 20 lbs, the solid metal casting stays completely anchored to your workbench during high-leverage closing pulls, ensuring zero chassis flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOperation:\u003c\/b\u003e Manual (High-Leverage Rack \u0026amp; Pinion Handle).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClosing Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\/16\" to 1-1\/4\" (4.8mm to 32mm) wire diameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePitch Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Universal (Works with all 3:1 and 2:1 pitch twin-loop wires).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThroat Width:\u003c\/b\u003e 14 Inches (356mm) with open-throat capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChassis Build:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-gauge industrial metal frame (20 lbs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Popp Binding","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563520065610,"sku":null,"price":341.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/1002\/0170\/files\/Akiles_WBM532_Heavy-Duty_Manual_Standalone_Wire_Closer.png?v=1785855359","url":"https:\/\/poppbinding.com\/products\/wire-closer-wbm532","provider":"Popp Binding \u0026 Laminating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}