Floor-Model Folders — Upping the Ante

The Lower Run Effect

Another industry trend impacting all stages in the printing process is the decline in run lengths, says Don Dubuque, product manager for Standard Finishing Systems in Andover, MA. As this happens, setup time becomes a larger percentage of total job time. Automation features on folders can shorten job setup times, which translates into increased folder run-time and higher profits. As run lengths decrease, he adds, fold quality becomes even more critical since there is less tolerance for waste.