Binding is a process during which periodicals and books are bound in durable covers.  Serials and monographs are bound to conform with Library Binding Council standards and uses sturdy coated cloth covers with acid free boards and end papers. Only materials that are strong enough to withstand binding and have no artifactual or intrinsic value are sent to the commercial binder. 

The books sent out for binding come from various departments, libraries, and collections around the campus.  The turn-around time for Wert Bookbinding is generally one month, but rush books can be returned in a couple of weeks. If you have an item that needs to be bound quickly, put a RUSH red flag in the item and send it to Preventive Conservation.