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Stapler Use[edit]

A stapler is a mechanical device used to join sheets of paper or similar material by driving a thin metal staple through the sheets and folding the ends. Staplers are widely used in offices, schools, and homes. They are essential tools for organizing documents and ensuring that papers are securely fastened together.

History[edit]

The first known stapler was made in the 18th century in France for King Louis XV. Each staple was inscribed with the insignia of the royal court. The modern stapler, as we know it, was developed in the 19th century, with various patents filed for different designs and mechanisms.

Types of Staplers[edit]

Staplers come in various types, each designed for specific uses:

Desktop Staplers: These are the most common type of staplers, used in offices and homes. They are designed for light to medium use.

Heavy-Duty Staplers: These are used for stapling large stacks of paper, often up to 100 sheets or more. They are commonly found in print shops and offices that handle large volumes of paperwork.

Electric Staplers: These staplers use an electric motor to drive the staple, making them ideal for high-volume stapling tasks.

Tacker Staplers: Also known as staple guns, these are used for fastening materials other than paper, such as fabric or wood.

Mechanism[edit]

Staplers work by driving a staple through sheets of paper and then folding the ends of the staple to secure the sheets together. The basic components of a stapler include:

Base: The bottom part of the stapler that rests on the surface.
Anvil: The metal plate that bends the staple ends.
Magazine: The part of the stapler that holds the staples.
Head: The top part that you press down to drive the staple.

Staple Sizes[edit]

Staples come in various sizes, and the size used depends on the thickness of the material being stapled. Common sizes include 24/6, 26/6, and 23/13, where the first number indicates the wire gauge and the second number indicates the leg length in millimeters.

Safety and Maintenance[edit]

To ensure safe and efficient use of a stapler, users should:

Keep fingers away from the stapling area.
Use the correct size of staples for the task.
Regularly check and refill the staple magazine.
Clean the stapler to prevent jams and ensure smooth operation.

Also see[edit]

References[edit]

"The History of the Stapler." Office Museum. Retrieved from [1].
"How to Use a Stapler Safely." Office Safety Guide. Retrieved from [2].

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+== Stapler Use ==
-A '''stapler''' is a mechanical device used for joining pages of paper or similar material by driving a thin metal staple through the sheets and folding the ends. Staplers are widely used in offices, schools, and homes. The device can be found in various forms, including manual, electric, and pneumatic, with each type serving different needs.
+A '''stapler''' is a mechanical device used to join sheets of paper or similar material by driving a thin metal staple through the sheets and folding the ends. Staplers are widely used in offices, schools, and homes. They are essential tools for organizing documents and ensuring that papers are securely fastened together.
-==History==
+[[File:2017 Zszywacz biurowy.jpg|thumb|A typical office stapler.]]
-The first known stapler was made in the 18th century in France for King Louis XV. Each staple was inscribed with the insignia of the royal court, as the device was specifically designed for the king's use. The modern stapler was developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with the patent for the first commercially successful stapler granted to George McGill in 1866.
-==Types of Staplers==
+== History ==
-===Manual Stapler===
+The first known stapler was made in the 18th century in France for King Louis XV. Each staple was inscribed with the insignia of the royal court. The modern stapler, as we know it, was developed in the 19th century, with various patents filed for different designs and mechanisms.
-The most common type, manual staplers, are operated by hand. They can be further categorized into desktop, handheld, and heavy-duty staplers. Desktop staplers are used for light office work, handheld staplers for school and home use, and heavy-duty staplers for binding large volumes of paper.
-===Electric Stapler===
+== Types of Staplers ==
-Electric staplers automate the stapling process with a motor, allowing for rapid and effortless stapling. They are ideal for high-volume tasks and can be battery-operated or plugged into an electrical outlet.
+Staplers come in various types, each designed for specific uses:
-===Pneumatic Stapler===
+* '''Desktop Staplers''': These are the most common type of staplers, used in offices and homes. They are designed for light to medium use.
-Pneumatic staplers are powered by air pressure and are typically used in industrial settings for packaging, construction, and upholstery. They are known for their durability and high performance.
-==Mechanism==
+* '''Heavy-Duty Staplers''': These are used for stapling large stacks of paper, often up to 100 sheets or more. They are commonly found in print shops and offices that handle large volumes of paperwork.
-The basic mechanism of a stapler involves the application of force to a lever or button, which drives a staple through the paper. The staple then hits a metal plate (anvil), which bends the ends, securing the papers together.
-==Staple Sizes==
+* '''Electric Staplers''': These staplers use an electric motor to drive the staple, making them ideal for high-volume stapling tasks.
-Staples come in various sizes to accommodate different numbers of pages and stapler types. The size is usually indicated by two numbers, representing the wire gauge and the length of the shank.
-==Safety and Maintenance==
+* '''Tacker Staplers''': Also known as staple guns, these are used for fastening materials other than paper, such as fabric or wood.
-While staplers are generally safe to use, care should be taken to avoid stapling fingers. Regular maintenance, such as removing jammed staples and refilling staples, ensures the longevity and proper functioning of the device.
-==Environmental Considerations==
+[[File:StaplerDHS.JPG|thumb|A heavy-duty stapler.]]
-The use of staplers contributes to metal waste, though staples are small in size. Efforts to recycle metal and reduce waste include using staple-less staplers, which cut and fold the paper to hold it together without metal staples.
+== Mechanism ==
+Staplers work by driving a staple through sheets of paper and then folding the ends of the staple to secure the sheets together. The basic components of a stapler include:
+* '''Base''': The bottom part of the stapler that rests on the surface.
+* '''Anvil''': The metal plate that bends the staple ends.
+* '''Magazine''': The part of the stapler that holds the staples.
+* '''Head''': The top part that you press down to drive the staple.
+== Staple Sizes ==
+Staples come in various sizes, and the size used depends on the thickness of the material being stapled. Common sizes include 24/6, 26/6, and 23/13, where the first number indicates the wire gauge and the second number indicates the leg length in millimeters.
+== Safety and Maintenance ==
+To ensure safe and efficient use of a stapler, users should:
+* Keep fingers away from the stapling area.
+* Use the correct size of staples for the task.
+* Regularly check and refill the staple magazine.
+* Clean the stapler to prevent jams and ensure smooth operation.
+== Also see ==
+* [[Paper clip]]
+* [[Binder clip]]
+* [[Office supplies]]
+* [[Fastener]]
+== References ==
+* "The History of the Stapler." Office Museum. Retrieved from [https://www.officemuseum.com/stapler_history.htm].
+* "How to Use a Stapler Safely." Office Safety Guide. Retrieved from [https://www.officesafetyguide.com/stapler-use].
+{{Office equipment}}
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+[[Category:Stationery]]