Method of folding and stacking multiple-sheet sets

Details Method of folding and stacking multiple-sheet sets Method of folding and stacking multiple-sheet sets

2006-08-22

2006-08-22

Gerrity, Stephen F. (Department: 3721)

Manufacturing container or tube from paper; or other manufacturi

Bending

Folding

C493S436000, C493S440000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07094195

ABSTRACT:
A method of folding and stacking multiple-sheet sets utilizes a folder having a set feeder that by-passes the folder in-feed station. Sets of multiple sheets are directed directly to the folder processing station, such as a folder station. The set feeder comprises a guide mechanism that guides a set through a cover opening and along a lower guide to the input of the processing station. A sensing device senses the presence of the set and operates the processing station without operating the in-feed station. Alternately, a sensing device is not required, and the folder is operable to process sets using the set feeder by manually assuring that the in-feed station does not simultaneously propel any sheets to the processing station. The folder further comprises a telescoping stacker that holds the number of processed sheets equal to at least the number of sheets loaded at the in-feed station.

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