Mid-State Litho is an authorized James Burn International (JBI) dealer in Grand Blanc, Michigan. James Burn builds production punching and mechanical binding equipment for wire, coil, and comb work in commercial print shops, trade binderies, and in-plants. We sell, install, train, and service JBI equipment across Michigan and the Great Lakes.
This brand page indexes the live James Burn machines and punch dies we list: EX610 modular punch, Alpha-Doc MK4 automatic punch, CB40B coil binder, PBS 3000QS4 production path, WOB5000 Wire-O binder, and a library of 2:1 / 3:1 / 4:1 / comb / spiral dies. Related hubs: paper punching, binding machines, spiral and coil binding, wire binding machines, comb binding machines, and multi-brand punches from Rhin-O-Tuff and Akiles.
Sizing an EX610 vs Alpha-Doc is a daily sheet count and labor conversation. We will match the punch and die library to your patterns, quote trade-in when an older punch still has life, and put the machine on the floor with operator training. Availability varies by SKU. Financing and leasing is available through Mitsubishi HC Capital and LEAF Commercial Capital. Call 1-800-343-4231.
James Burn punches: EX610 and Alpha-Doc MK4
The James Burn EX610 is a modular semi-automatic punch for shops that run more than one mechanical binding style. Operators change die sets for coil, twin-loop wire, or comb patterns on the same chassis instead of buying a dedicated punch for each style.
The Alpha-Doc MK4 is the automatic high-speed punch path: hopper feed, punch, and stack with less hand paging between cycles. Shops move to Alpha-Doc when punch labor is the bottleneck or when unattended punching shifts matter. Confirm die compatibility for the patterns you sell before you standardize a die drawer.
See paper punching for multi-brand punch options.
James Burn coil and wire binding systems
- JBI CB40B coil binder for medium-volume spiral work on pre-punched book blocks
- PBS 3000QS4 production punch-and-bind path for higher-throughput wire/coil workflows (confirm configuration on the quote)
- James Burn WOB5000 semi-automatic Wire-O (twin-loop wire) binder
Compare multi-brand coil and wire finishers on spiral and coil binding and wire binding machines.
James Burn punch dies
Dies are sold separately from the punch chassis. Live die listings on this collection include 2:1 and 3:1 square-hole wire patterns (multiple hole counts and sizes), 2.5:1 oval, 4:1 round coil, plastic-spiral / oval spiral dies, and plastic-comb dies. Browse the product grid on this page for the exact hole count and size before ordering. A shop standardizing on JBI can build a die library for the patterns it sells most; confirm which dies fit EX610 and Alpha-Doc on the quote.
How to choose James Burn equipment
Four decisions settle most quotes.
Semi-automatic vs automatic punch. EX610 when the operator still pages and volume is mixed-style. Alpha-Doc MK4 when automatic feed/punch/stack is the labor win.
Patterns you sell. Coil, wire, and comb each need the right die. Modular JBI punches earn their keep when the mix changes through the week.
Finish path. CB40B for coil finish. WOB5000 for semi-automatic Wire-O. PBS 3000QS4 when the quote is for a production punch-and-bind cell.
Brand fit. James Burn sits next to Rhin-O-Tuff and Akiles in our mechanical binding line. We will say when a different modular punch or closer is the better fit for budget, service parts, or duty cycle.
Why buy James Burn from Mid-State Litho
Mid-State Litho is a family-owned print-finishing dealer since 1984 and an authorized James Burn International dealer with factory-trained technicians for install, training, preventive maintenance, and repair across Michigan and the Great Lakes.
Dies and service. Punch dies and common wear items are listed on this collection when we have them in the catalog. Confirm availability before you plan a deadline. See service and support.
Trade-ins and financing. Written trade-in values when the old punch still has life. Financing and leasing through Mitsubishi HC Capital and LEAF Commercial Capital. Used options: used and refurbished equipment.
Multi-brand honesty. We also sell Rhin-O-Tuff, Akiles, and other punch/bind brands. If JBI is not the right chassis for the job, we will say so before you buy. Read more about Mid-State Litho or contact us.
Call 1-800-343-4231 (Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern).
James Burn FAQ
Is Mid-State Litho an authorized James Burn dealer?
Yes. Mid-State Litho is an authorized James Burn International dealer. We sell, install, train, and service JBI punches, binders, and listed dies across Michigan and the Great Lakes. Confirm live SKU availability on the quote.
What is the difference between the EX610 and the Alpha-Doc MK4?
EX610 is a modular semi-automatic punch paced by the operator, good for multi-style die changes. Alpha-Doc MK4 is a fully automatic punch that feeds, punches, and stacks with less hand paging. We size on daily sheet count, labor cost, and the patterns you sell.
Do you sell James Burn Wire-O equipment?
Yes. Live listings include the WOB5000 semi-automatic Wire-O binder and the PBS 3000QS4 production path, plus 2:1 and 3:1 wire punch dies. See also wire binding machines.
Are punch dies interchangeable between EX610 and Alpha-Doc?
James Burn designs many dies for the JBI ecosystem so shops can share tooling across machines. Confirm the exact die-to-frame fit for each SKU before you buy a full die library.
Does Mid-State Litho install and service James Burn equipment?
Yes. Factory-trained technicians install, train operators, and service JBI equipment across Michigan and the Great Lakes. Call 1-800-343-4231.
Can I finance a James Burn EX610 or Alpha-Doc?
Yes. Financing and leasing run through Mitsubishi HC Capital and LEAF Commercial Capital. Start at financing and leasing or call 1-800-343-4231.