Collating system

Booklet Makers with Collating System

An optional collating system feeds pre-collated sets to the booklet maker before stitching, folding and trimming — ideal for multi-page booklets that need set assembly.

Working process

How the Collating System Works

A collating system feeding the Maiwei booklet maker line
  1. 1Printed Sheets
  2. 2Collating
  3. 3Complete Sets
  4. 4Stitching
  5. 5Folding
  6. 63-Side Trimming

Why collate

Why Add a Collating System?

  • Keep Pages in Order

    Printed sheets are assembled into complete sets before stitching.

  • Reduce Manual Gathering

    Reduce the need to manually gather multi-page sets before binding.

  • Streamline Booklet Production

    Collated sets move into the booklet maker for stitching, folding and trimming.

  • Suitable for Multi-Page Booklets

    A practical solution for brochures, catalogs, manuals and other multi-page booklets.

  • MW-480FSP Collating system with 3-side trimming on the 480 line.

    Max sheet size 340 × 480 mm

    Stitching thickness 0.2 – 2.5 mm

    MW-480FSP booklet maker
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  • MW-490FSP Collating system with 3-side trimming on the upgraded 490 line.

    Max sheet size 340 × 490 mm

    Stitching thickness 0.2 – 2.5 mm

    MW-490FSP booklet maker
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  • MW-530FSP Collating system with 3-side trimming on the advanced 530 line.

    Max sheet size 340 × 530 mm

    Stitching thickness 0.2 – 3 mm

    MW-530FSP booklet maker
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  • MW-610FSP Collating system with 3-side trimming on the long-format 610 line.

    Max sheet size 340 × 610 mm

    Stitching thickness 0.2 – 3 mm

    MW-610FSP booklet maker
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Choosing a configuration

How to Choose the Right Configuration

The suitable collating solution depends on your sheet size, paper requirements, number of pages and production needs.

RequirementWhat We Need to Know
Sheet SizeMaximum and minimum sheet size
PaperPaper type, weight and thickness
Page SetsNumber of sheets or pages per booklet
ProductionRequired output and working volume

Send us your booklet specifications and we will recommend a suitable configuration.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the collating system sold separately?
The collating system is supplied as a matched solution with selected Maiwei booklet maker configurations rather than as a standalone product.
Which booklet makers can be equipped with a collating system?
These three: MW-480FSP, MW-490FSP and MW-530FSP.
Does the collating system replace manual sheet feeding?
Yes — it replaces manual sheet feeding, but a pile of sheets still has to be loaded in advance.
Can the collating system be matched with different brands?
Yes — we can match the booklet maker with different collating systems based on your requirements. The most commonly used option is the Horizon collating system.