Selecting a Folder inserter/Envelope Stuffer

The right folder-inserter for your needs depends upon a number of factors, but primarily:

1. The paper stock you are using (thickness, stiffness, and whether glossy).

2. 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).

3. 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.

4. The monthly volume (number of stuffed envelopes processed) Each model has a monthly maximum. Our machines range from 5,000 to 200,000 maximum per month.

Only one type of Envelope works in Folder Inserter Machines

All folder-inserters must use the type of envelope shown. It is generally a standard #10 commercial envelope with a single or double window. The flaps and seams must be on a diagonal, not straight. The flap is V shaped and has rounded corners as shown in the example. If reply envelopes are used, they should be #8 size with similar construction. Some of the higher rated machines can accept 6.5" x 9.5" or 10" x 13" envelopes. Whatever the size, the flaps and seams must be shaped like this. If you need an envelope supplier, we can recommend one.

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.

Comparison Chart of Folder-Inserters

Specification	6102	6204	6306	6404	6606	7102/7202
Prices Start At	$4,495	$9,195	$20,825	$25,595	$36,500	$46,995
36 Month lease with $1 buyout for entry level model (approximate)	$160	$340	$700	$900	$1100	Varies
Sheet Feeders	2	1 or 2	3	2, 4, or 6	2, 4, or 6	1, 3 or 2 insert
Insert only Feeders	1	0 or 1	0	0	0	up to 2
Max Envelopes/Month	5,000	15,000	40,000	60,000	80,000	150,000/200,000
Max Sheets from one feeder	1	3	Up to envelope capacity	Up to envelope capacity	Up to envelope capacity	Up to envelope capacity
Max Pieces Per Envelope	3	5	10 half or 8 trifold	10 half or 8 trifold	10 half or 8 trifold	Varies
Max Envelopes/Minute	23 (1360/hr)	36 (2200/hr)	60 (3600/hr)	66 (4000/hr)	71	75
Sheet size	5.6"- 8.9''W x 7"-14"L	3.5"-14" L x 5"-9" W	3.5"-14" L x 5"-9" W	3.5"-14"L x 5"-9"W	3.5"-14"L x 5"-9"W	5.5"-16"L x 5.5"-9"W
Card/Reply Envelope Size	3.5"-6.9"L x 5.6"-8.9"W	3.5"-6"L x 5.1"-9"W	#9 Envelope	#9 Envelope	#9 Envelope	#9 Envelope
Outgoing Envelope Size	8.8"-9.5"W x 4.1"-6.5"H	3.5"-6.4"L x 6.3"-9.8"W	3 .5"-6.4"H x 5.5"-9.8"W	3 .5"-6.5"H x 5.5"-9.75"W	3 .5"-6.4"H x 5.5"-9.8"W	3.5"-6.5"H x 6"-10.375"W
Weight	Up to 82 lbs.	up to165 lbs.	165 lbs.	242 lbs. (4 station)	Up to 308 lbs.	Up to 715 lbs.
Dimensions	17"W x 26"L x 22"H	16.5"W x 53"L x 26"H	18"W x 51"L x 29"H	18"W x 72"L x 36.5"H	18"W x 63"L x 36"H (6 Feeders)	Varies
Hopper: Card/Reply	Up to 100 Reply env.	Up to 45 Reply env.	NA	NA	NA	NA
Hopper: Sheet	Up to 100 20# bond	Up to 325 20# bond	Up to 325 20# bond	Up to 325 20# bond	Up to 325 20# bond	Up to 500
Hopper: Outgoing Envelopes	Up to 100	Up to 325	Up to 325	Up to 325	Up to 500; other options	Up to 400
Optical Mark Recognition Option	No	Yes (Adv 2 only)	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Fold type	C, V, Double Parallel	C, V, Z, Double Parallel	C, V, Z, Double Parallel	C, V, Z Double Parallel	C, V, Z Double Parallel	C, V, Z, Double Parallel, None
Large Feeder Option	No	No	Yes	Yes	Several options	Several options
Glossy/Thick Paper Option	No	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
AutoSet paper size, thickness	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Conveyor Option	No	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Thin Booket Feeder Option	No	No	No	No	Yes	Yes
Bottom Address Option	No	No	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Insert into flat envelope?	No	No	No	No	No	Yes (7200)