If you’re in the market for a collator, these tips should help you find the most appropriate device for your in-plant and get the best results from it.

—Paul Byrne, Vijuk Equipment

Tower collators are good for saving space, but flat-sheet collators run more consistently, can run mixed stock or materials and can be continuously loaded on the run.

—Paul Byrne, Vijuk Equipment

Collating Jobs with Mixed Stocks:

If you are running various sizes as well as weights and textures, then consideration should be given to the type of delivery stacker that will be used. While high-capacity receding stackers are ideal for most flat sheet work, options like a vibrating jogger or a 90 degree criss/cross stacker might be better suited for applications like kitting where a wide range of materials are run.