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DS-1200 G4i Operator Manual Issue 4 - Nov 2020
3 Description of machine
3.1 Overview of machine
This machine an advanced, high-volume folding and inserting machine.
Its modular construction allows up to 16 feeder/folder units to be fitted.
The software control optimises the order and flow of documents for collating on the
track before insertion of the pack into the envelope.
All fold and adjustments take place automatically according to the requirements
programmed in by the operator.
3.2 Description of operation
The function of the machine is to fold forms to ‘C’, ‘Z’, ‘V’ or double forward fold,
either singly, in fixed multiples or in varying groups. Enclosures such as inserts,
reply envelopes etc. may be added. Folded forms and enclosures are collated on
the track as they travel towards the insert area before insertion into the envelope.
Forms may be inserted without sealing the envelope for subsequent checking or
hand insertion.
There is a batch processing facility, allowing a preset number of cycles to be
completed before the machine automatically stops.
The machine is Barcode/2D/QR code/OMR/OCR compatible for use with reading-
enabled feeders or folders, allowing a group of forms to be collated in an
accumulator prior to folding. A number of barcode symbologies may be read.
The machine consists of a number of modules, depending upon the build ordered -
these modules are briefly described below:
Inserter head
Receives a collated group of documents into an insert area, inserts the pack
into a waiting envelope and turns the filled envelope over for correct address
position. The flap is then closed and sealed.
Feeder
Feeds shortform inserts (cards, reply envelopes, booklets etc.) onto the track
for subsequent insertion. Flat material feeder is also available, for more rigid
material or booklets. Feeders can be reading enabled.
Folder
Folds single documents separately, or if reading-enabled, in groups, collating
the documents in the shuttle. Available in Hi-Cap (5000-sheet) or Standard
Cap (2000-sheet) versions.
Collator
Collates multiple documents in an accumulator before folding as a group
(up to 8 sheets C or Z fold, 10 sheets V fold). May be fitted with an op
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tional 2-bin sheet diverter. Available in Hi-Cap (5000-sheet) or Standard Cap
(2000-sheet) versions. Reading or non-reading versions available.
