Mid-State Litho is an authorized path for commercial paper drills from Challenge Machinery and MBM in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Paper drills cut clean holes through thick lifts for manuals, loose-leaf, forms, calendars, and bindery prep where a office punch cannot keep up. We sell, install, train, and service paper drills across Michigan and the Great Lakes.
This process hub indexes live single- and multi-spindle drills plus common drill accessories. Related hubs: Challenge Machinery, MBM, paper punching machines (for coil/comb/wire punch patterns), binding machines, and bindery finishing.
Sizing a drill is a spindle count, throat depth, lift height, and hole pattern conversation. We will match single vs multi-spindle to your daily volume, quote trade-in when an older drill still has life, and put bits and blocks on the order so the machine is usable on day one. Availability varies by SKU. Financing and leasing is available through Mitsubishi HC Capital and LEAF Commercial Capital. Call 1-800-343-4231.
Challenge multi-spindle paper drills
- Challenge MS-5 multi-spindle paper drill
- Challenge MS-5 Narrow Heads
- Challenge EH-3 multiple-spindle drill
MS-5 and EH-3 paths cover production multi-hole drilling for commercial print and bindery. Narrow-head MS-5 fits tighter hole patterns. Confirm spindle count, head spacing, and table options on the quote.
Challenge single-spindle and compact drills
- Challenge JF paper drill
- Challenge Handy-Drill
JF and Handy-Drill cover single-spindle and compact work when multi-spindle capacity is more than the job needs. Confirm lift height and throat on the quote.
MBM paper drills
- MBM FMM3 drill
FMM3 is the live MBM multi-spindle drill path on this collection. Confirm configuration against Challenge options when you want a second bid. Brand hub: MBM Corporation.
Drill accessories
Blocks, bits, and sharpening keep a drill productive. Browse the product grid for related bits and blocks, and ask about sharpening service when bits dull mid-job.
How to choose a paper drill
Four decisions settle most quotes.
Single vs multi-spindle. One hole at a time for low volume or odd patterns. Multi-spindle when the same pattern repeats all day.
Lift height and throat. Match the thickest regular lift and deepest hole position on the sheet.
Drill vs punch. Drills for thick lifts and round holes in finished stacks. Paper punches for coil, comb, and wire binding patterns on lighter lifts.
Brand fit. Challenge is the primary commercial drill line here. MBM is the alternate multi-spindle path. Multi-brand honesty applies.
Why buy paper drills from Mid-State Litho
Mid-State Litho is a family-owned print-finishing dealer since 1984 and a long-time Challenge dealer with factory-trained technicians for install, training, preventive maintenance, and repair across Michigan and the Great Lakes.
Service. Setup, bits, and blocks through service and support.
Trade-ins and financing. Written trade-in values when the old drill still has life. Financing and leasing through Mitsubishi HC Capital and LEAF Commercial Capital. Used options: used and refurbished equipment.
Call 1-800-343-4231.
Paper drills FAQ
What is the difference between a single-spindle and multi-spindle paper drill?
A single-spindle drill makes one hole per cycle. A multi-spindle drill makes multiple holes in one stroke for higher-volume, repeating patterns.
When should I use a paper drill instead of a binding punch?
Use a drill for thick lifts, loose-leaf, and round holes through finished stacks. Use a binding punch for coil, comb, or wire patterns. See paper punching machines.
Which brands of paper drills does Mid-State Litho sell?
Live equipment includes Challenge MS-5, MS-5 Narrow Heads, EH-3, JF, Handy-Drill, and the MBM FMM3, plus Challenge drilling blocks.
Does Mid-State Litho install and service paper drills?
Yes. Factory-trained technicians install, train operators, and service Challenge and MBM drills. Call 1-800-343-4231.
Can I finance a paper drill?
Yes. Financing and leasing run through Mitsubishi HC Capital and LEAF Commercial Capital. Start at financing and leasing.