Sew signatures

Description

Open signature and place it over the machine feed arm, releasing the signature. Stitch or fasten endpapers and linings to first and last signatures of books. This skill also includes applying glue to the binding edge of the book and the binding of books.

Alternative labels

embroider signatures
stich signatures
sewing signatures
sew signature
fasten signatures

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Sew signatures is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Book-sewing machine operator: Book-sewing machine operators tend a machine that stitches paper together to form a volume. They check that signatures are inserted the right way and the machine does not jam.

Optional skill

Sew signatures is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Bindery operator: Bindery operators tend machines that bind printed or unprinted paper into volumes using staples, twine, glue or other binding technologies.

 


 

References

  1. Sew signatures – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022