SPEED RP-FEEDER

Recirculating Feeder Paper Folding Machine

This recirculating feeder paper folding machine delivers uninterrupted continuous sheet feeding for high-efficiency buckle folding, ideal for long-run commercial print, leaflet and brochure manufacturing.

Max. speed
210 m/min
Min. sheet size
150 × 150 mm
Max. sheet size
780 × 1200 mm
Max. paper pile height
750 mm

RP-FEEDER overview

The Recirculating Feeder Paper Folding Machine is a high-productivity automatic buckle folder engineered for long-run, high-volume post-press finishing operations.

Its industry-leading recirculating sheet feeder system enables fully uninterrupted continuous paper feeding, eliminating frequent downtime for paper reloading and significantly boosting throughput compared to standard pile feeders. Paired with precision fold registration, an optimized anti-jam paper path and double-sheet detection, it delivers consistent, wrinkle-free folding quality across a wide range of paper weights.

Equipped with a PLC control system for stepless speed adjustment, the machine supports a full range of fold patterns including parallel fold, cross fold, gate fold and accordion fold, making it highly versatile for commercial leaflets, brochures, instruction manuals, packaging inserts and poster production.

CE-certified and built for continuous operation, this recirculating feeder folding machine is the ideal solution for commercial print houses and packaging converters seeking maximized production efficiency and reliable long-run performance.

Performance Features

  • Continuous feeding: Non-stop paper loading for uninterrupted runtime.
  • Production use: Large-run leaflets, brochures and inserts.
  • Configuration scope: T780-based complete folding-machine configuration. These figures describe the complete folding line, not standalone feeder ratings. Final specifications are subject to the confirmed customized order.

Technical specifications

Reference specifications for RP-FEEDER. Confirm the final dimensions, speed and included equipment for your ordered configuration.

Recirculating Feeder Paper Folding Machine technical specifications
Min. sheet size 150 × 150 mm
Max. sheet size 780 × 1200 mm
Max. paper pile height 750 mm
Paper weight range 40–210 gsm
Min. buckle fold size 45 mm
Folding roller diameter 40 mm
Max. speed 210 m/min
Machine power 5 kW
Voltage 380 V
Overall dimensions (L×W×H) 4300 × 1700 × 3500 mm
Net weight 1560 kg

Components & configurations

Component availability and inclusion depend on the confirmed machine configuration.

Basic Structure

Second folding unit with buckle plates and a transfer table

1.Second Folding Unit

  • Expands folding combinations to support complex fold patterns and custom applications
  • Enables multi-stage folding for sophisticated print finishing production
  • Reduces secondary processing steps to improve overall production efficiency
Electronic sheet feeder above the paper pile

2.Electronic Feeder

  • Precisely controls sheet feeding speed and spacing for consistent registration
  • Minimizes double-sheet and misalignment errors even at high production speeds
  • Ensures stable feeding across a wide range of paper grammages and stock types
Vacuum suction wheel and sheet feeding assembly

3.Three-hole Suction Wheel

  • Separates and picks up single sheets via vacuum suction to prevent double feeding
  • Works reliably with a wide range of paper grammages without slipping
  • Ensures smooth, accurate sheet pickup for continuous high-speed operation
Buckle folding plates on a SPEED paper folding machine

4.Buckle Folding Plates

  • Precision-engineered buckle structure delivers sharp, uniform fold creases
  • Enables fast format adjustment to minimize job changeover time
  • Supports all standard folding styles and custom fold configurations
Folding rollers inside a SPEED paper folding unit

5.Folding Rollers

  • Precision-machined wear-resistant rollers deliver uniform pressure
  • Produce clean, mark-free folds on all compatible paper stocks
  • Retain long-term accuracy under continuous heavy-duty production
Transfer bridge between folding units

6.Transfer Bridge

  • Transfers sheets smoothly between folding units with zero positional deviation
  • Prevents paper skew during multi-stage conveyance
  • Preserves consistent folding accuracy across the entire production process
Electrical components inside the machine control cabinet

7.Industrial-Grade Electrical Control Cabinet

  • Built with world-renowned brand electrical components for exceptional stability
  • Delivers strong anti-interference performance and extended service life
  • Cuts unplanned downtime and reduces long-term maintenance costs

Optional Configurations

Automatic sheet feeder above the paper pile

1.Automatic Sheet Feeder

  • Enables fully automatic continuous feeding with automatic sheet alignment
  • Significantly reduces manual loading labor and operator workload
  • Delivers stable, efficient feeding for extended uninterrupted production
Operator checking sheets with the CCD inspection monitor

2.CCD Vision Inspection System

  • Performs real-time high-precision detection of fold accuracy and defects
  • Automatically rejects non-conforming sheets to boost production yield
  • Eliminates manual inspection labor and lowers quality control costs
Independent cutting unit on a mobile stand

3.Independent Cutting Unit

  • Stand-alone module delivers high-precision, burr-free paper cutting
  • Can be enabled or disabled independently to match production workflows
  • Allows flexible adjustment to suit different job specifications
High-speed sheet transfer conveyor

4.High-Speed Transfer Conveyor

  • Transfers sheets rapidly and steadily between process stations
  • Maintains precise positioning to preserve folding accuracy
  • Increases overall production throughput for high-speed folding lines
Ultrasonic double-sheet sensor above the sheet path

5.Ultrasonic Double Sheet Sensor

  • Accurately detects paper thickness and double-sheet conditions
  • Features fast response, immune to paper color and transparency differences
  • Effectively prevents feeding errors for uninterrupted production
Glue application system control panel

6.Glue Application System

  • Precisely controls glue volume and application position
  • Creates uniform glue lines for consistent, clean bonding without overflow
  • Compatible with various paper types and glue formulations
Inline labeling unit with a label reel

7.Inline Labeling Unit

  • Operates in sync with the folding process for fully integrated production
  • Applies labels with precise registration and bubble-free adhesion
  • Eliminates offline labeling steps to boost overall production efficiency
Vertical stacker delivery unit

8.Vertical Stacker Delivery

  • Vertical stacking design delivers neat, aligned paper piles
  • High stacking capacity reduces manual unloading frequency
  • Supports continuous bulk production and streamlines downstream processing

RP-FEEDER production & demonstration

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Recirculating Feeder Paper Folding Machine

Folded product applications

Brochures and catalogues

Brochures and catalogues

Parallel, roll and gate folds in 100–200 gsm stock, folded square enough to stack flat.

Production considerations

Commercial print shops alternate between brochure, catalogue and mailer formats. Fold-pattern coverage and changeover time therefore matter alongside running speed.

T490, T600 and T780 configurations cover different sheet formats. Round-pile feeding can support longer runs on compatible T600 and T780 lines. Match the plate set and feeder to the real job mix.

Book signatures

Book signatures

Parallel and cross folds for section-sewn and perfect-bound work.

Production considerations

Publishing signatures require stable register through parallel and cross folds so sections collate and bind cleanly.

T600 and T780 configurations address different sheet formats. A compatible round-pile feeder can reduce stops on long batches. Set the fold pattern and feeder against the actual signature stock.

Specify the RP-FEEDER for your production line

Send your existing equipment, material, finished dimensions and production requirements. Our team can review the module specification and line integration.