Quiet Progress in Folder/Gluers

Automatic folder/gluer with increased capabilities, reduced set-up time

Brandtjen & Kluge, Inc.

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The Kluge OmniFold Automatic Folder/Gluer is designed to maximize converting capabilities while minimizing set-up time. It includes features that bring productivity and reliability to a whole new level of expectation. The feeder area includes a multiple sheet detector, vacuum manifold position adjustment, and dual vacuum wheels. The vacuum feeder features a rack and pinion elevator drive, exclusive to Kluge. This low-maintenance system allows for smooth and accurate feeding with no chains or sprockets. The OmniFold's greater-sized converting area has patent-sealed bearing bed drives, with right and/or left hand sheet registration—another Kluge exclusive—that minimizes friction and allow for the use of longer top drive belts. This gives the operator greater sheet control and decreases the makeready time. In addition, the buckle fold area comes equipped with a vertical buckle fold plate, designed to eliminate crow's feet or wrinkling on heavy stock, and allows for a second-up fold such as used in a double CD wallet. A total of three buckle folders can be set up in a single machine configuration for a range of applications.