Can handle virtually any flat product that can be inserted into cases.
Gift cards, SIM cards, pre-printed brochures, catalogs, etc.
On-demand, variable insertion based on custom order profile.
Simple, but effective document insertion systems
Inserting preprinted materials into packages is a simple action, but it can easily eat away at valuable human resources. Luckily, what is tedious for a person is tailor-made for a machine.
Designed and manufactured by PSI, AutoFeed is a highly versatile automated insert feeder that handles a wide array of pre-printed media and feeds them directly into cases. The large-capacity feeding tray and rapid cycle time make this one of our quickest ROI offerings.
Features & Benefits of AutoFeed
- Reduce manual labor: Automate repetitive feeding and insertion tasks at the pack station.
- Handle variable orders: Feed different materials based on each order’s requirements.
- Keep production moving: Rapid cycle times support high-volume packing operations.
- Integrate with existing lines: Add automated insertion to your pack line without overhauling the entire process.
Automated Insert Feeder Specifications
- Media Size: Standard sizes from 3.54” x 3.54” (9 x 9 cm) to 11.7” x 14” (29.7 x 35.6 cm)
- Rate: One per second, depending on product size
- Capacity: Loads up to 32” (80 cm) of product – thickness from paper to materials up to 1” (2.54 cm)
Materials & Applications
- Paper: 20 lb. (90 gsm) paper to card stock
- Catalogs
- Brochures
- Thank You Cards
- Gift Cards
- Envelopes
- SIM Cards
- Coupons
Case Study
How AutoFeed Eliminated Price Sticker Errors at a Pharmaceutical Distribution Center
A manual price-sticker process was slowing down a pharmaceutical distribution center. PSI’s AutoFeed automated printing and insertion, eliminating sticker errors and printer jams while increasing the number of orders processed per shift.
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Application expertise beyond the machine
PSI looks at what you’re feeding, where it needs to go, and how often it needs to be inserted before determining the right automation approach. With experience across a wide range of pack-area applications, we can configure AutoFeed to handle everything from brochures and catalogs to gift cards, SIM cards, and other flat products.
Integrated into how your pack line works
PSI integrates AutoFeed into your existing pack line and can connect variable, on-demand insertion to order data, helping ensure the right material reaches the right case at the right point in the process.
One team from application design through 24/7 support
PSI handles equipment design, manufacturing, integration, commissioning, and 24/7 technical support through one team. You have direct access to the people who understand your document insertion system and how it operates within your pack line.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a friction feeder machine?
A friction feeder machine separates and feeds individual materials from a stack into a packaging or production line. PSI’s AutoFeed is an automated insert feeder designed to handle materials such as brochures, catalogs, cards, envelopes, and other flat products for direct insertion into cases.
What materials can an automated insert feeder handle?
AutoFeed can handle a wide range of flat materials, from standard paper and card stock to brochures, catalogs, gift cards, envelopes, SIM cards, and coupons. Material size and thickness requirements depend on the application and product being fed.
What are the advantages of an automated insert feeder?
An automated insert feeder reduces manual feeding and insertion, helping lower labor requirements and keep high-volume packing operations moving. AutoFeed also supports variable, on-demand insertion, allowing different materials to be fed based on each order’s requirements.
Can an insert feeder handle different materials for different orders?
Yes. AutoFeed supports on-demand, variable insertion based on each order’s requirements. This allows different materials to be fed into cases during the automated packing process.
How does an automated insert feeder integrate with a packaging line?
An automated insert feeder can be integrated into an existing packaging line as part of a broader document insertion system. PSI can configure AutoFeed to align with your line’s equipment, processes, and order requirements, ensuring materials are inserted at the appropriate point in the packing process.