How to Choose the Paper Folder That’s Right for You
Folding paper can be a big job, so it’s always nice to have a machine do the work for you. This article will fill you in on what you need to keep in mind when shopping for a paper folder. Read the following questions and answers so you can find the right device for you.
1.) What sizes and types of paper do you want to use? One of the most important considerations is paper size. Most machines will be able to handle letter-sized sheets (8.5” x 11”) but not all of them will be able to handle large or small sheets. Thus, you’ll want to find out if the particular device you’re looking at can handle a variety of sizes. Also, make sure your potential machine can cover the type of materials you want to work with such as thin sheets and/or cover stock. You don’t want to go to the trouble of buying a setting up your machine only to discover it can’t handle your items.
2.) What kinds of folds do you want? Just about all folders will be able to do the letter fold, which is when a piece of paper is folded into thirds. (Most business correspondence is folded last this before it’s mailed.) However, there are other folds such as Z, gate, French, parallel, etc. You won’t usually find lower-end machines that can do these types of folds, so if you want to get fancy, you’ll probably have to spend a little bit more cash.
3.) How much are you going to fold? This is a very important consideration because you want to get a device that will be able to meet your needs. If you need to fold a high volume of paper fairly often, a desktop letter folder isn’t going to cut it. You’ll need a heavy-duty device if that’s the case. On the other hand, if you just need something to help you prepare correspondence once in a while, a larger machine will be overkill. So choose accordingly.
4.) Have you thought about brand names at all? Paper folders are made by a number of manufacturers, including such esteemed ones as Dynafold, Martin Yale, and Formax. You can’t go wrong with a product from these companies, so be sure to look for their brand names when selecting your device.
5.) What’s your budget like? Finally, your budget will definitely play an important role when choosing your machine. The trick is getting the best device for your money without totally blowing the bank. Keep in mind that if you spend a little bit more on your purchase now, you’ll likely end up with a better machine and you won’t need to upgrade or replace it in the future.
Choosing a paper folder isn’t hard – you just need to keep a few important things in mind as you look at machines. You’ll need to know what size documents you’ll be working with, the kind of fold(s) you want, and so on. Most of all, you need to keep your budget in mind. As long as these things are in the forefront of your mind, you’re going to make a great choice. Good luck and happy folding!
About the Author :
Jeff McRitchie regularly writes articles, reviews and blog posts on topics related to binding, laminating, paper shredders and office equipment. With more than 2,500 articles that have been published in thousands of locations on the web. If you are looking for a binding machine, report cover, 3 ring binder, laminator, lanyard, badge holder, paper shredder, whiteboard, paper cutter or paper paper folder his articles are a good place to start.
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