Technical Description

Report on Swing-line Staplers

Submitted to

Professor Nancy Clark

Writing For Engineering

May 3rd, 2019

By

Shazad Outar

Table Of Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. Parts and Function
  3. Conclusion
  4. References

Introduction

The first model of the stapler was made by George McGill in 1866. This model was much different from the modern staplers that we currently have today since it only held one staple at a time and was much more difficult to use. This model leads to the eventual creation of the current stapler in 1895 by the E.H. Hotchkiss Company. (Staple Slinger, 2016)

The need for staplers to be invented was the result of the increased and wide popularity of paper and the need to keep loose paper was a problem that arose as a result. Staples are the solution to that problem that comes from using many loose pieces of paper.

Parts and Functions

There exist variations between different types and models of staplers. From mini staplers to much larger ones. However, for a swing line stapler, the most common dimensions are a height of about 2 inches, with a length of  4.5 inches, and unloaded an average weight of about 8 grams.

The swing line stapler has 13 basic parts which are all composed of plastic, metal, or rubber. The parts are a top plastic cover, a metal axle, a plastic bearing, an upper spring, a top tab with a screw, a top metal slide, a slide spring, slide housing, a rubber insert base, and a base.

Each part has its own different purpose. The top plastic cover allows for an easier stapler to use. The metal axle allows for the spring mechanism to work and to hinge from the base. The plastic bearing aides in centering staples and reducing friction. The upper spring allows the stapler to return back to its original position. The top tab and screw push a staple onto what needs to be stapled. The slide housings and the slide spring keep the staples contained. Lastly, the base keeps the stapler from moving while being stapled. The functions of these various parts are different but, they all help with the ultimate purpose of stapling two items together. (bizfluent.com)

The stapler acts as a tool to allow the user to join to items, usually paper, by the use of a staple. The items to be joined are placed into the mouth of the stapler and then the user will press firmly on the top plastic cover. Thus, placing a staple through the first item and into the second.

Conclusion

This report has given a very brief history if the stapler, regarding its origins and its inventor, the various parts and elements of a stapler, and the function of the stapler. Despite the stapler’s functionality and usefulness staplers may soon enough be obsolete due to the rise of e-texts.

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Information Sources

  1. “14 Orthographic Drawing Stapler for Free Download on Ayoqq.org.” Ayoqq.org, ayoqq.org/explore/orthographic-drawing-stapler/.
  2. “A Summary Of the History About Staplers.” Staple Slinger, 2 May 2016, www.stapleslinger.com/a-summary-of-the-history-about-staplers/.
  3. Writer, Contributing. (2018, August 21). How Does a Stapler Work?. bizfluent.com. Retrieved from https://bizfluent.com/12741007/how-does-a-stapler-work