Collectors
Our stackers can be a part of a booklet making system or can operate completely independently, collecting prints in sets for further bookbinding. We offer sheet feeders using vacuum technology, designed for paper up to 350g/m2, as well as other (friction) feeders for offset or self-copy paper. This is a guarantee of high collection efficiency, picking a few sheets at a time from the shelf and short turnaround time! The control panel is extremely easy to use and intuitive. Find the perfect solution for your business.
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Collectors - key equipment in bookbinding processes
What are pickers and why are they essential in print production?
Gatherers are specialized bookbinding machines used to automatically combine individual sheets into sets ready for further processing. In the printing industry, the gathering process is a key stage in the production of brochures, catalogs, books and other multi-page publications. Collectors eliminate time-consuming manual labor, significantly speeding up the production process and ensuring high-precision sheet stacking.
Today's pickers use a variety of sheet picking technologies - from friction, to vacuum, to advanced center pressure systems. This allows them to work efficiently with a wide range of materials, from thin offset paper to thick cardboard and special papers.
Types of technology used in pickers
Friction technology
Friction collectors use a system of rollers and separators to retrieve sheets from individual shelves. Adjustable pressure allows the machine to adapt to different types of paper. This technology works particularly well with offset and self-copy papers, ensuring reliable picking without damaging the material.
Vacuum system
Vacuum pickers use a vacuum to precisely pick up sheets. This technology makes it possible to work with high weight materials, up to 350g/m2. The vacuum system features high precision and minimizes the risk of double picking of sheets.
Center pressure technology
State-of-the-art center pressure technology combines the advantages of friction systems with the precision of pressure control. It enables optimum adaptation to different paper types by adjusting the pressure of separators and take-up rollers.
Applications of pickers in various production processes
Production of brochures and catalogs
Collectors are the backbone of booklet production lines, allowing covers to be automatically joined to centers. The ability to operate in "back cover/front cover" mode allows efficient use of the outermost shelves for heavier weight covers.
Preparation of materials for further processing
Collected sets can be directed to further bookbinding processes - sewing, folding, trimming or creasing. Collectors can be integrated with folding and stitching units and trimmers, creating complete production lines.
Tandem configurations
Combining the two pickers in tandem makes it possible to work with 20 shelves, significantly increasing production capacity. This configuration allows the creation of complex publications with a large number of pages without having to run through the machine multiple times.
Performance parameters and technical capabilities
Collection speed and efficiency
Modern pickers reach speeds of up to 70 sets per minute, which translates into an output of about 4,200 sets per hour. The high operating speed while maintaining the precision of collecting makes them ideal for high-volume production.
Flexibility of formats
The collectors handle a wide range of formats - from small 95x150mm leaflets to large A3SR (328x469mm) formats. The ability to work with a variety of paper weights (35-210 g/m2) ensures versatility of applications.
Control and monitoring systems
Advanced error signaling systems enable immediate detection of problems such as paper shortages and jams. Audible and visual alarms minimize production downtime and ensure business continuity.
Gathering machines are the foundation of modern bindery processes, combining high efficiency with precision manufacturing. Choosing the right collecting technology and machine configuration can significantly affect the efficiency of the entire production line and the quality of the final products.