Selecting a Folder-Inserter |
Machines
that insert paper into an envelope |
The right folder-inserter for your needs depends upon a number of factors, but primarily: |
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The paper stock you are using (thickness, stiffness, and whether glossy). |
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The number and type of pieces that go into the envelope (you need a feeder for each different type, e.g. letter, flyer and reply envelope). |
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Whether the number of sheets varies by envelope. For instance, customer 1 gets a 2 page invoice. Customer 2 gets a 3 page, etc. If so, you need the optional Bar Code or Optical Mark Recognition which puts the right set into the envelope. |
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The monthly volume (number of stuffed envelopes processed) Each model has a monthly maximum. Our machines range from 5,000 to 150,000 maximum per month. |
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| Go to the chart below. First select the machine that will put the right number and type of pieces in the envelope and then compare the Max Envelopes/Month against your monthly volume. All of these are built to run up to the monthly volume shown but not beyond. Next, see if the options cover your needs. Once you have selected a machine, call us at 800-520-6008 to confirm your choice. There are many details, and we will need to test samples to make sure under any circumstances. |
All folder-inserters must use an envelope with the flap as shown. It is a standard #10 commercial envelope. The flap is V shaped and has rounded corners. If reply envelopes are used, they should be #8 size with similar construction. Some of the higher rated machines can accept 6" x 9" or 10" x 13" envelopes. Whatever the size, the flaps must be shaped like this. If you need an envelope supplier, we can recommend one.
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Comparison Chart of Folder-Inserters |
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| Specification |
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FD6150 |
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6202 |
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6304 |
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6402 |
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6602 |
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7100 |
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| Prices Start At |
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$5,095 |
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$8,395 |
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$17,895 |
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$22,195 |
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$31,000 |
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$28,250 |
| 36 Month lease with $1 buyout for entry level model (approximate) |
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$185 |
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$260 |
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$528 |
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$710 |
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$970 |
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$955 |
| Sheet Feeders |
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2 |
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1 or 2 |
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3 |
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2, 4, or 6 |
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2, 4, or 6 |
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1, 3 or 2 insert |
| Insert only Feeders |
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1 |
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0 or 1 |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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up to 2 |
| Max Envelopes/Month |
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5,000 |
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15,000 |
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40,000 |
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60,000 |
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100,000 |
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150,000 |
| Max Sheets from one feeder |
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1 |
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3 |
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Up to envelope capacity |
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Up to envelope capacity |
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Up to envelope capacity |
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Up to envelope capacity |
| Max Pieces Per Envelope |
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3 |
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5 |
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10 half or 8 trifold |
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10 half or 8 trifold |
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10 half or 8 trifold |
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Varies |
| Max Envelopes/Minute |
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23 |
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36 |
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60 |
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66 |
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71 |
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75 |
| Sheet size |
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5.1”-9’’W x 35”-14”L |
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3.5”-14” L x 5.1”-9” W |
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3.5”-14” L x 5”-9” W |
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3.5”-14”L x 5”-9”W |
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3.5”-14”L x 5”-9”W |
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5.5”-16”L x 5.5”-9”W |
| Card/Reply Envelope Size |
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3.5"-6”L x 5.1”-9”W |
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3.5"-6”L x 5.1”-9”W |
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#9 Envelope |
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#9 Envelope |
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#9 Envelope |
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#9 Envelope |
| Outgoing Envelope Size |
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8.8”-9.5”W x 3.5”-4.875”H |
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3.5”-6.38”L x 5.5”-9.5”W |
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3 .5”-6.3”H x 5.5”-9.75”W |
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3 .5”-6.5”H x 5.5”-9.75”W |
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3 .5”-6.4”H x 5.5”-9.8”W |
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3.5”-6.5”H x 6”-10.375”W |
| Weight |
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Up to 200 lbs. |
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Up to 200 lbs. |
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176 lbs. |
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Up to 242 lbs. |
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Up to 308 lbs. |
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Up to 715 lbs. |
| Dimensions |
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16.5”W x 53”L x 26”H |
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16.5”W x 53”L x 26”H |
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18”W x 51”L x 29”H |
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18”W x 72”L x 36.5”H |
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18”W x 63”L x 36”H (6 Feeders) |
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Varies |
| Hopper: Card/Reply |
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Up to 45 Reply env. |
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Up to 45 Reply env. |
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NA |
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NA |
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NA |
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NA |
| Hopper: Sheet |
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Up to 325 20# bond |
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Up to 325 20# bond |
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Up to 325 20# bond |
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Up to 325 20# bond |
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Up to 325 20# bond |
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Up to 500 |
| Hopper: Outgoing Envelopes |
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Up to 250 |
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Up to 250 |
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Up to 325 |
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Up to 325 |
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Up to 500; other options |
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Up to 400 |
| Optical Mark Recognition Option |
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No |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
| Fold type |
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C, V, Z, Double Parallel |
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C, V, Z, Double Parallel |
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C, V, Z, Double Parallel |
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C, V, Z Double Parallel |
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C, V, Z Double Parallel |
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C, V, Z, Double Parallel, None |
| Large Feeder Option |
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No |
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No |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Several options |
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Several options |
| Glossy/Thick Paper Option |
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No |
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No |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
| AutoSet paper size, thickness |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
| Conveyor Option |
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No |
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No |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
| Thin Booket Feeder Option |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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Yes |
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Yes |
| Bottom Address Option |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
| Insert into flat envelope? |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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Yes |
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