Rollem hosts the 2013 Finishing Technology Showcase on Tuesday June 18 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday June 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The topic is Digital Print & Offset Finishing Solutions which features Rollem solutions as well as CP Bourg, Baum Folder, Robatech Glue Systems and JL Custom Solutions.
Rollem Announces West Coast Finishing Technology Showcase
Rollem International is pleased to announce our upcoming Finishing Technology Showcase scheduled for June 18-19, 2013 in our company’s
Anaheim, California Showroom.
This event brings together solutions for both Digital and Offset Finishing Solutions including Rollem’s Slitting, Scoring, and Perforating systems
integrated with industry partners to create unique and highly efficient system configurations.
Rollem 2D Finishing Systems Installed at SendOutCards
SendOutCards of Salt Lake City, Utah is one of the fastest growing direct marketing companies in the world.
The online greeting card and gift company has sent over 80 million cards since its inception. Maintaining very high quality is key to the companies’
success so the addition of a Rollem card finishing system was a natural fit. The Rollem 2D Finishing System includes an ETR and Rollaway for bi-
directional trimming, cutting and scoring to produce thousands of cards per hour. During high season, the Rollem system ran 6 days a week for 3
weeks.
The VOD, Variable Output Delivery, is a smart batch-delivery system ideally suited for varying size runs requiring automated separation of
products. The unit visually recognizes and separates orders from within large print runs. This system is ideal for production where the overall daily
order volume is extremely high, but are made up of hundreds or thousands of small quantity orders (ie. greeting cards, photo prints, mailing pieces,
business cards, etc).
The VOD is used at the back of the Rollem finishing machines which are cutting, scoring, perforating and strike pattern perforating, folding, gluing
etc. at very high rates of speed. Rather than manually sort through the mountains of cut and processed material to break each order into
individual orders, the VOD will see the last piece of the previous order and will advance, thus separating one job from the next and at that point
allowing for easy removal in batch required order. Or allow for automated and on-line packaging processes to create a completely automated
production line.
It is a bridge between high volume, low quantity production. A truly vital piece for the high volume digital and variable data market.
Federated Co-Operatives in Saskatoon, CN recently upgraded their two-directional capabilities with the addition of a Rollem Rollaway to perform
second direction slitting, trimming, scoring and perforating with their existing ETR system. The Rollaway increases the output capabilities for the
company which supplies goods and services to patrons on a cooperative basis, in a manner which enhances agriculture and the community.
For more information please contact us at Rollem International (800) 272-4381.
Rollem International’s Revolution Draws Crowds at Drupa
As the poker card decks move rapidly down the delivery belt, viewers are always captivated to step back and investigate the imposing gray
machine that delivers the decks – that would be the Revolution by Rollem. Drupa is one of the few events where one can see how the world’s
finest casino quality playing cards are produced. The Revolution starts with a full press sheet which is quickly converted to the finished product
at speeds up to 40 PACKS PER MINUTE. Multiple processes occur: two-directional cutting, collating, die-cutting and wrapping – all in one
process, with unparalleled quality - 1/1000th” margin of accuracy.
Richard Nigro, V.P. of Rollem International, confirmed the sale of the show machine to a customer in Mexico. He noted a second Revolution is
slated for an undisclosed U.S. customer whose product offerings will include customized playing card decks, along with other gaming and card
products. “We were pleased with the level of quality interest expressed by visitors to our exhibit, not only in the Revolution but also in our mid-high
volume production machines for cutting, scoring and perforation”, stated Mr. Nigro.
Dayton Mailing Improves Digital Finishing with Rollem In-Line Slitting System
For over two decades Dayton Mailing Services, Inc. has been helping clients maintain a one-to-one relationship with their customers. Recently,
the company installed a Rollem Jetstream two-directional slitting, scoring and perforating system. The Rollem was installed and runs in-line with
their HP Indigo press to automate their print to finishing function.
“The Rollem system has helped with our innovative workflow.” It has allowed us to free up our cutter operator. We are now able to cut, score and
perf all jobs, all in-line, to better streamline and automate our production”, states Steven Roberts, V.P. of Operations.
Featured with the Rollem Jetstream and digital press are Steven Roberts, Vice President of Operations, (left) and Tom Cooper, Digital Manager,
on the right.
Rollem Jetstream teams up with Ink-Jet system to produce 57,000 cards per hour! Jetstream offers in-line capabilities with Ink-Jet systems to
deliver maximum productivity on postcard production. The configuration shown includes the ink-jet system and the Rollem Jetstream performing
two directional edge trimming, slitting and perforating with 100% accuracy. This common layout is 8-up 5.5 x 8.5 postcards on a single sheet.
High volume production reaches speeds of 7,200 sheets or 57,600 postcards per hour. For more information on this configuration or other custom
finishing systems contact Rollem International at (800) 272-4381
New Card Pack Production System from Rollem Corp USA
Rollem’s New Auto-Collator two directional trimming, slitting and collating system provides all types of printers the ability to efficiently produce
packs of card products. The press sheet is trimmed, slit and collated in one operation, delivering highly accurate decks of products including
playing cards, product cards, discount cards and more. As the leader in card pack finishing, Rollem created this system to fill the need for lower to
mid volume printing runs. Rollem also manufacturers the Revolution and Slipstream systems for dedicated, high volume playing card and pack
production. This two-directional slitting technology greatly increases finishing production as sheets are finished in one process with just one
operation.
Introducing Mini-Mailstream – Converts printed sheets into mail ready products in one process! And it’s offered at a surprisingly affordable price.
This customizable system performs up to 9 finishing and mail preparation processes:
Converts multiple-up mailing pieces from press sheets to finished mailers
•All processes are completed in-line
•Hot, cold and fugitive glue is applied
•Apply multi perforated tear-off coupons and tip-on cards
•Use edge glue for closures, eliminating the need for tabbing
•Maintain zip code order for mail integrity, from feeding to finishing to mail trays
•Run in-line with ink-jet heads for addressing
•Accept output directly from digital press or coating machine
•Ideal for creating return-remittance forms
Performs high quality, mid-high volume finishing while eliminating additional labor and product movement with the Mini-Mailstream. Create self-
mailers from one sheet of paper, offer discount card or credit card tip-on, and the ability to close mailers with glue, eliminating the need for tabbing.
Rollem Introduces the VOS Variable Output Separator
The VOS, Variable Output Separator, is a smart batch-delivery system, ideally suited for varying size runs requiring automated separation of
products, such as photo prints and a wide range of other products. The unit visually recognizes and separates orders from within large print runs.
This system is ideal for production where the overall daily order volume is extremely high, but are made up of hundreds or thousands of small
quantity orders (ie: greeting cards, photo prints, mailing pieces, business cards, etc.)
The VOS is used at the back of the Rollem finishing machines which are cutting, scoring, perforating and strike pattern perforating, folding, gluing,
etc. at very high rates of speed. Rather than manually sort through the mountains of cut and processed material to break each order into
individual orders, the VOS will see the last piece of the previous order and will advance, thus separating one job from the next and at that point
allowing for easy removal in batch required order. Or allow for automated and on-line packaging processes to create a completely automated line.
It is a bridge between high volume, low quantity production. A truly vital piece for the high volume digital and variable data market.
On behalf of Susan Corwin, Rollem International is pleased to announce the following print finishing installations:
Zoo Printing in Louisville, KY installed an 18” Champion 990 Scoring, Perforating and Slitting system which they use to score fold over business
cards.
Graphic Finishing Services in Coon Rapids, MN installed a PB-15 high performance automatic feeding, jogging, drilling and delivery system.
They use it for general trade finishing work.
CPS Printing in Carlsbad, CA, an offset and digital printer, installed a 42” DH TR Die-Scoring, Slitting, Trimming and Perforating system with
a continuous Feeder and a 30” DH Rollaway for higher volume, two-directional finishing.
Rollem Introduces New Ecomonical 2D Automatic Finisher at Graph
Expo
As the leading manufacturer of Slitting, Scoring, Trimming, Perforating, & Drilling machinery, Rollem is focused
on providing customers with the most automated and affordable systems to complete the important final
bindery processes. Visitors will see live demonstrations on six finishing systems; each showing highly profitable
jobs including Greeting Cards, Photo Cards and Sheets, Postcards, Direct Mailers, Business Cards and more.
Key to Rollem is the ability to start with a multiple-up press sheet, trim, slit, score, perf, glue and create a
finished product ready for boxing or mail bins. Extra touch points, time and waste are all eliminated, resulting
in increased profits and quicker bindery turn-around times.
Rollem’s line includes models for all levels of production. One NEW Introduction at this year’s Graph Expo
Show will be the 2D FINISHER. This is the finest entry level, bi-directional slit, score, trim and perf system on
the market and the live demo will show two-up greeting card press sheets finished in one process. This
system offers the high quality and 100% accuracy Rollem is known for while being positioned at a favorable
price range.
Four other Two-Directional systems will be demonstrated including the ETR SYSTEM with its new INTERLEAF
STRIKE capability. The unit has the ability to program perforations on different pages such as multiple page
invoices with the last page requiring a tear-off remittance. This is a feature unique to Rollem with the ability to
program in/out perforations.
The DUAL-FEED CHAMPION 990 is another affordable system for slitting down sheets of postcard pr
business card products. This unit has manual dual feeding trays making it ideal for lower volume runs.
Rollem consultants will be on-hand to discuss new ways to produce the most in demand jobs your customers
want. From fully automated in-line systems with digital presses, to near-line, high volume units and lower volume
needs, Rollem has the expertise and the answers to your finishing questions. Visit Rollem at Graph Expo,
Booth #624
Rollem Introduces the Champion Automatic 2D Finisher
For Immediate Release:
For multiple-up photo cards, postcards and greeting cards. The Champion Automatic 2D Finisher is the ideal
system for those companies whose volumes are higher and require the in-line two-directional slit, score, perf
and pattern perf ability but need a smaller footprint.
Most efficient method for finishing multiple-up photo and card products
Bi-directional process slits, scores cut-scores, and pattern perforates
Eliminates guillotine cutting and additional manpower
Press sheet to finished product in one step!
FEATURE: Rollem's latest models offer increased efficiency, higher quality, fewer touch points and lower
labor costs.
BENEFIT: Results in increased profits and improved automation on the products your customers want most.
Data Mail Adds Rollem Efficiency to Their Finishing Line
Data-Mail Inc., one of the nation’s largest direct mail companies, has again broken new ground with their use
of variable data presses to offer their Fortune 500 customers a higher level of personalized mailing services.
This full service, state-of-the-art print and mail processing facility, produces 5 million pieces of mail per day.
To help produce this heavy volume, Data-Mail uses multiple Rollem Finishing Systems, to process digitally
printed mail pieces. One system alone yields 12,000 trimmed, slit, scored & perforated mailing pieces per hour.
“The TR easily separates into modules that are being used in a couple of different operations. It speaks to the
versatility of the unit”, states Mike Bolasevich, Bindery Manager.
Rollem Introduces the ADVANTAGE Photo and Greeting Card Trim,
Slit, and Score System.”
Rollem introduces the Advantage Card Cutting system for finishing multiple-up Greeting cards and Photo
cards. This two-directional system edge trims the images in both directions, slits each card and applies the
finest quality score and cut-score available. This method eliminates the need for guillotine cutting and
additional manpower as the cards are finished in one process. Rollem’s advantage is the accuracy of the
cutting and the ability to score digitally printed products with no cracking or marking. To further improve
production, simply add a folder for complete automation - press sheet to finished product.
The Mailstream is a new fully automated direct mail finishing system allowing the user to take a full printed
press sheet, cut the sheet into final size, perforate, strike perforate coupons, score, tip-on cards, apply
remoistenable glue, fold and fugitive glue mailing products to meet all the newest postal requirements. Best of
all, it can be operated by one operator who can produce upward of 12,000 pieces per hour. In addition,
Mailstream meets the new postal requirements and is easily re-configured to handle hundreds of the most
popular applications.
The small footprint and lower cost basis make Mailstream ideal for printers and marketing firms wanting to bring
mailing services in-house. There is no other system on the market today capable of maintaining the mail sort
order which greatly reduces excess processes and labor costs. The Mailstream has been reported to generate
revenue as much as $ 600.00 per hour using one qualified operator. Save money on self-reply mailers with
remittances, folded products with tip-ons and coupons and much more. Mailstream is ideal for both VDP
products and ink-jetting or static direct mail. It is fully customizable to fit your specific needs.
“Rollem Jetstream – high volume post card finishing system”.
Rollem will preview the new “Jetstream” – the most cost effective method for cutting high volumes of
advertising cards, postcards and variable data sheets. Sheets with multiple card images are trimmed and
cut in two directions to produce stacks of highly accurate finished cards with the ability to include multiple
perf out reply cards or coupons. This system is ideal for finishing sheets directly from all types of digital
presses or as a selfcontained unit. The ability to trim, slit and cut in one fully automatic system, with virtually
an unlimited amount of cards per sheet, makes the Jetstream the most cost effective method for finishing
card products. The cut product can now be delivered into any one of a few delivery options that includes;
shingle delivery stacker (post cards and business cards) or a newly developed patented collating cartridge
to create perfect sets (games, playing cards, and telephone cards).
For more information, contact Rollem International (800) 272-4381.
Printers’ Attention is Captured by Rollem and HP Demonstration of
“Recipes for Success”.
Rollem International and Hewlett-Packard demonstrated automation in digital print finishing with the premier
showing of the new HP UV coater running in-line with the Rollem Jetstream. The new Indigo 7000 printed
colorful 13x19” press sheets containing 8 recipe cards which were coated and fed directly into the Jetstream
for in-line cutting, edge trimming and two-directional slitting, followed by a new Auto-Collation unit gathering
the cards into finished sets. Only Jetstream can perform these multiple processes and operate in-line with
digital coaters and presses to offer complete finishing automation on all types of cards, photo cards, direct
mailers and more. (see photos attached)
Automation in direct mail finishing was also demonstrated on the TR system in-line with plough folding,
gluing, business card tip on, vision verification and glue closure. This Complete Mail Finishing system is
fully automated eliminating the need for multiple units, product movement and extra manpower. One
operator is able to streamline finishing with the ability to “maintain the zip code integrity of the mail” from
Feeding to Finishing to Mail Trays.
“We witnessed such enthusiasm from visitors when they realized this system offers the ability to start with a
multiple-up press sheet and deliver direct mailers folded and glued, ready for mail bins. Never before have
we witnessed such an interest in equipment capable of doing multiple functions. By processing sheets as a
single flow waste is eliminated, productivity is increased and labor is significantly reduced”, states Larry Corwin,
President of Rollem International.
Rollem also demonstrated NEW paper drilling technology with the PB-15 system featuring automatic feeding,
jogging, drilling and delivery of products including loose-leaf, collated products with tabs, perfect bounds books,
and stitched products and spiral & wire-o all at speeds up to 1,500 piles per hour – twice the speed of
standard drilling!
