The GBC PB2600 Comb Closer is a professional, high-capacity electric finishing solution designed to simplify and accelerate plastic comb binding. Designed for high-volume punching systems, it automatically opens and closes combs at the touch of a button or foot pedal, eliminating manual handling.
Featuring an intuitive LED size indicator and adjustable diameter control, the PB2600 ensures precise, repeatable comb positioning for consistent, error-free results. Operators can quickly pre-set the required comb size, load documents with ease, and complete the binding cycle in seconds—making it ideal for fast-paced production environments.
The PB2600 produces hundreds of bound documents per hour and handles documents up to A4 size and approximately 450 sheets, making it perfectly suited for corporate print rooms, commercial printers, and in-house reprographics departments. Moreover, Its compact, modular design also allows seamless integration with GBC punching units, creating an efficient, all-in-one binding workstation.
To conclude, the GBC PB2600 Comb Closer is reliable, user-friendly, and highly productive. It delivers a consistent, professional finish while significantly reducing operator effort and production time.
Typical Applications of the GBC PB2600 Comb Closer:
- Corporate documentation. Used for binding reports, presentations, proposals, and internal manuals where a clean, editable format is required.
- Training and educational materials. Ideal for course books, training manuals, and workbooks that need to be durable yet easy to update or rebind.
- Financial and legal documents. Suitable for binding compliance documents, audits, and legal files where organisation and professionalism are key.
- Marketing collateral. Commonly used for brochures, sales packs, and product guides that benefit from a polished, easy-to-handle finish.
- In-house print rooms & commercial printers. Perfect for production environments handling medium to high volumes of short-run documents with quick turnaround times.
- Government and institutional use. Frequently used for official documents, tenders, and policy manuals that require neat, standardised presentation.
- Because comb binding allows pages to be added or removed easily, it’s especially useful wherever documents need to be updated, customised, or reused without reprinting entire sets.
Why GBC?
Choosing a GBC binding machine over alternative brands comes down to reliability, consistency, and long-term performance in real working environments. GBC machines are engineered for regular, high-volume use, with robust construction and precise punching mechanisms that maintain accuracy over time. This results in fewer misfeeds, reduced downtime, and a smoother overall workflow—particularly important in busy offices, print rooms, and production settings. Their user-focused design, including adjustable controls and electric operation options, helps improve efficiency while reducing operator fatigue.
Beyond the machine itself, GBC offers a complete binding ecosystem, with a wide range of compatible combs, wires, covers, and modular systems that allow businesses to scale as demand grows. This ensures consistency across all finished documents, delivering a clean, professional appearance that’s essential for client-facing materials such as reports, presentations, and proposals. Backed by decades of industry experience and strong product support, GBC provides dependable access to parts, consumables, and servicing. While lower-cost alternatives may suit occasional use, investing in GBC ensures a higher standard of performance, durability, and finish for organisations that rely on binding as part of their daily operations.
5 Reasons to Buy:
- High Speed Production. The PB2600 is built for productivity, capable of producing up to 300 bound documents per hour, making it ideal for busy print rooms and offices with tight deadlines.
- Fully Electric Operation. It removes the need to manually open and close combs—simply press a button or use the foot pedal. Therefore, this reduces operator fatigue and allows for faster, more consistent binding, especially during long production runs.
- Consistent Error-Free Results. With its LED size indicator and precise diameter control, the machine always opens combs to the exact setting required. This eliminates guesswork and reduces mistakes like over-opening combs or misaligned documents.
- Simple, Fast Operation. The PB2600 uses a straightforward 3-step process (set size, open, load, close), meaning minimal training is required. It’s easy for multiple operators to use, which is ideal in shared production environments.
- Increases Overall Workflow Efficiency. By automating the closing process, the PB2600 helps remove bottlenecks in your binding workflow. It integrates seamlessly with GBC punch systems, allowing you to create a streamlined, high-output finishing setup.
