Abstract: An apparatus for assembling a cover case and a channel binder includes a hopper containing several cover cases. An applicator for applying adhesive on cover cases is positioned adjacent the hopper. A channel placer is adjacent the adhesive applicator. A pusher assembly moves cover cases from the hopper and through the applicator where adhesive is applied to the back of each cover case. Once adhesive has been applied to the back of the cover case, the pusher assembly moves the cover case to the channel placer. In the channel placer, a channel is removed from a channel cartridge and placed on the adhesive on the back of the cover case. Portions of the cover case with adhesive are then pressed to the bottom and sides of the channel, and the cover case with channel is moved to a storage hopper or to a station for securing an end sheet to the inside of the cover case.