Booklet-makers & Collators
As the exclusive supplier of Duplo's range of high-end document finishing equipment inAustralia, Smartech has a solution for all sizes of print operation.
Collators
Our print finishing collators and flat sheet collators are designed to deliver high-speed performance with exceptional accuracy in sheet selection. These advanced solutions are ideal for feeding booklet-makers, high pile stackers, or jogger output systems, ensuring seamless operation and enhanced productivity.
Digital Workflow
Produce medium volume saddle-stitched books in the fastest method from digital printed output.
Offset Workflow
High volume saddle-stitched books with for edge or 3-way trimming from offset printed output.
Consumables
Explore a wide range of innovative products, from large-format media to cutting-edge equipment, designed to keep your equipment running at peak performance. Shop at SMARTECH eShop with ease, enjoy seamless navigation, and experience exceptional service tailored for professionals.
Specifications
Our Clients
What is a booklet-maker?
A booklet-maker is a machine used in print finishing to assemble and bind multiple sheets of paper into booklets. It typically involves folding, stapling, and trimming the pages to create a finished booklet.
What is a collator?
A collator is a machine that organizes and arranges individual sheets of paper into a specific sequence, preparing them for binding or booklet-making. It ensures that pages are correctly ordered and ready for the next finishing process.
What are the primary uses of booklet-makers and collators?
These machines are used to produce booklets, brochures, catalogs, manuals, and other multi-page documents. They are essential for ensuring that printed materials are properly assembled and bound.
What types of booklet-makers are available?
Booklet-makers come in various types, including manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic models. They can also differ based on binding methods such as saddle stitching, perfect binding, and wire binding. SMARTECH offers a variety of booklet-maker equipment designed to meet your business. Connect with our experienced sales team to find the perfect solution for your operations at ebusiness@smartech-aust.com.auimprove sentence
How do collators differ from booklet-makers?
Collators focus on sorting and arranging sheets of paper in the correct order, while booklet-makers handle the subsequent steps of folding, stapling, and trimming to create the final booklet.
Can these machines handle different paper sizes and weights?
Yes, most modern booklet-makers and collators are designed to accommodate a range of paper sizes and weights, from lightweight paper to heavy cardstock. Always check the machine’s specifications for exact capabilities.
How many sheets can a booklet-maker handle at once?
This depends on the model, but many booklet-makers can handle between 20 to 50 sheets of paper per booklet. High-end models may accommodate more.
What are the benefits of using booklet-makers and collators?
Benefits include increased productivity, consistent and professional-quality output, reduced labor costs, and the ability to handle high volumes of work efficiently. These machines streamline the production of multi-page documents.
What types of businesses benefit from using booklet-makers and collators?
Businesses such as print shops, publishing companies, educational institutions, marketing firms, and any organization that regularly produces large volumes of booklets or multi-page documents.

