Professional Resources

Qualifications for Membership
Membership in Binding Industries Association, a special interest group of Printing Industries of America, is available to companies engaged in:

• The binding or finishing of graphic communication products
• The manufacture of loose-leaf products
• The manufacture or distribution of supplies or equipment of above-mentioned entities

Founded in 1955, this special industry group helps members with:

• Technical problems
• Information and evaluation on manufacturing equipment
• Credit & Collection information
• Personnel problems
• And more...

Membership benefits include:

• The Binding Edge
  Published quarterly, The Binding Edge is the BIA's official publication.
• The Binder's Bulletin
  Monthly newsletter keeps members updated on industry change. A BIA members-only benefit.
• BIA Listserve
  Updates on industry news and networking.
• Member News
  Available online, Member News is devoted to news and press releases provided by BIA members.
• Special Bulletins
  Email updates on OSHA, NIOSHA, EEOC, environmental issues, survey results, and information on other government agencies plus pertinent tax information.

For more information on the Binding Industries of America, visit the links below or contact Justin Goldstein, BIA Manager, by phone at 412-259-1806 or by email at jgoldstein@printing.org.