Abstract: A multibin feeder having a plurality of bins. A stack of sheets in the bins. Each sheet having data thereon. A mechanism for storing predetermined data. Each sheet is fed from the bins. Reading means are provided to read the data on each sheet before the sheet is fed. The data read on said sheet is compared to the predetermined data. Mechanism is provided to prevent the sheets from moving to the next station if the data read by the reading mechanism does not match the predetermined data.

Abstract: A two-way conveyor having an accumulating station for accumulating a plurality of sheets. A mechanism for determining in which direction the sheets are to be moved is also provided as well as a mechanism for moving the sheets in one direction or the other. A thickness detecting mechanism is also provided to determine the thickness of the stack and the stack is moved in one direction or the other depending on its thickness. Gates are provided for preventing the movement of the stack in either direction which comprises gates at the forward and rearward edge of the stack and a closing mechanism is provided for closing the gate to prevent movement of the stack in either direction. Gate opening mechanisms are provided for opening one of said gates to permit movement of the stack in the desired direction. The gates are preferably pivotal gates located at the forward and rearward portions of the stack.

Abstract: Mechanism for assembling a document from a plurality of predetermined sheets having a central controller, with a plurality of modules. The sheets are moved past each of said modules. One of said modules is a feed module which feeds the sheets. The feeder module has reader means for reading each sheet before it is fed and being positioned adjacent the sheet feeder so that it reads the lower-most sheet in the feeder. A module is also provided for assembling the sheets together. Means are also provided responsive to the central controller which stop the operation of the mechanism should the sheet read by the reader be the improper sheet for the document being assembled.

Abstract: A mechanism for feeding sheets deposited in a container which has side walls, end walls and a bottom moveably mounted within the container on which the said sheets are deposited. An exit mouth is provided in one of the walls. The moveable bottom has slots therein and the container is provided with a flange to support the moveable bottom within the container. The container is mounted over an elevator so that the moveable bottom rests on the elevator in a raised position. The elevator and the moveable bottom which rests on it is lowered as sheets are added to the moveable bottom when the moveable bottom is lowered to the point where it rests on the support means. Feed wheels protrude through the slots in the moveable bottom and contact the lowermost sheet on the moveable bottom to move it out of the exit mouth.

Abstract: A deckle-edge-simulating apparatus generally comprising a conveyor system for transporting a web of paper through the apparatus, and a novel deckle-edge-simulating assembly operatively associated with the conveyor system. The deckle-edge-simulating assembly generally includes a configured transport roller or anvil in association with a deckling fixture. The anvil is disposed beneath the web of paper, and includes one or more circumferential grooves in its surface. The deckling fixture includes a blunt-edged blade extending from and between a pair of nip forming rollers disposed on either side of the blade, and into one of the grooves of an anvil. As the web of paper passes across the anvil, the blunt-edged blade operates to burst the fibers of the paper to create a simulated deckled edge. The nip forming rollers serve to firmly hold the web of paper in position during this deckling procedure.

Abstract: A mechanism for automatically feeding individual pre-cut sheets and stuffing a personalized letter or some other pre-cut insert into a personalized envelope. The mechanism has means to permit additional inserts to be automatically added to the envelope and to automatically seal the contents within the envelope. The mechanism will also combine pre-cut inserts and envelopes fed from different sources and form them into a completed mailing envelope.

Abstract: A mechanism in which a personalized letter assembly is printed with a name and a personalized insert assembly is printed with the same name and the two are united into an envelope and in which the insert may be either a personalized letter or a personalized card.

Abstract: A mechanism for automatically feeding individual pre-cut sheets and stuff a personalized letter or some other pre-cut inset into a personalized envelope. The mechanism has means to permit additional inserts to be automatically added to the envelope and to automatically seal the contents within the envelope. The mechanism will also combine pre-cut inserts and envelopes fed from different sources and form them into a completed mailing envelope.

Abstract: A mechanism for automatically feeding individual pre-cut sheets and stuffing a personalized letter or some other pre-cut insert into a personalized envelope. The mechanism has means to permit additional inserts to be automatically added to the envelope and to automatically seal the contents within the envelope. The mechanism will also combine pre-cut inserts and envelopes fed from different sources and form them into a completed mailing envelope.

Abstract: An improved machine and method of making and folding an insert and a personalized envelope therefor.

Abstract: An improved machine and method of making and folding an insert and an envelope.

Abstract: An improved machine and method of making and folding an insert and a personalized envelope therefor.

Abstract: A machine and method for packaging travelers checks in which the checks are automatically packaged in predetermined denominations and in predetermined amounts.

Abstract: A method and mechanism for opening envelopes by chemical means.

Abstract: A mechanism for folding a sheet, such as an envelope with an insert superimposed, means for moving said sheet and insert and means for folding the sheet around the insert. The folding means comprises a ramp having a stop at its forward end and having its rear end spaced above the plane of the moving means to form a gap. Means for causing the sheet to fold along a fold line and for pushing the folded sheet through said gap.

Abstract: Apparatus for applying a coating to edges of envelopes. The envelopes are fed from a stack feeding device to a first conveyor which conveys them past a roller which applies the coating to one edge. A dead plate receives the envelopes from the first conveyor and feeds them to a second conveyor which is at right angles to the first conveyor. Applicator rollers are placed on opposite sides of the second conveyor to coat opposing edges of the envelopes.

Abstract: A method and mechanism for opening envelopes by chemical means.

Abstract: An improved machine and method of making and folding a personalized letter and a personalized envelope.

Abstract: A machine for opening envelopes by heat process which have been previously treated with chemicals.