Continuous Feeders (High-Speed Inline)
The Continuous series is designed for high-speed inline production, ideal for inkjetting, tabbing, and folding applications. Capable of running up to 40,000 pieces per hour, these machines eliminate the high-friction nip points of traditional feeders to ensure smooth, continuous operation.
Buckle Separation™: Separates documents smoothly without aggressive friction points, virtually eliminating jams.
5-Minute Maintenance: All feed belts can be replaced in under five minutes with a completely tool-less setup.
Variable Thickness: Handles single sheets up to 3/8" thick stock—even mixed variable thicknesses in the same stack.
Repositionable Belts: Customize the friction points for every piece with heavy-duty paper guides and repositionable belts.
Demand & Batch Feeders (D/B-Series)
The Straight Shooter D-Series brings industrial-grade friction feeder performance to start/stop and batch-counting applications. Equipped with a unique acceleration table, these feeders create precise gaps between documents for accurate photo-eye detection. Whether feeding into collators, shrink wrappers, or inserters, the D-Series delivers unmatched control and versatility. The D-12 and D-20 are also available as B-12 and B-20 batch counting models, adding a color touchscreen with programmable batch, single-shot, and continuous modes plus an external start photo sensor for automated packaging integration.
Pivoting Acceleration Table: The D-12 and D-20 feature an adjustable-angle table—set flat for inkjetting and tabbing, or angled downward for delivery into collators and bindery equipment.
Buckle Separation™: Same jam-free separation technology as the continuous line, ensuring smooth feeding without aggressive nip points.
Ultimate Flexibility: From the compact 9-inch D-9 built for small inserter stations to the massive 20-inch D-20 for wide packaging, there is a modular fit for any production line.
Servo Attaching Feeders (SA-5)
The SA-5 brings Straight Shooter's proven Buckle Separation™ technology to card and media attaching. Designed with a compact footprint that fits where larger attaching feeders won't, the SA-5 uses servo positioning and a color touchscreen to deliver precise 1- or 2-card attachment at speeds up to 25,000 pieces per hour. A turn-key package includes the feeder, controller, touchscreen, encoder, and start photo eye.
Compact Footprint: Fits on transport bases where oversized attaching feeders can't—8" wide x 17" long.
Servo Precision: Placement accuracy of ±1/8" with servo-driven positioning and adjustable-angle acceleration table.
Dual Card Attaching: Attach 1 or 2 cards, magnets, or other media with adjustable spacing.
Turn-Key Package: Ships complete with controller, touchscreen, encoder, photo eyes, and knockdown rollers.
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a friction feeder and what is it used for?
A friction feeder pulls one piece at a time from a stack with driven belts and a gate and delivers it at a set pace to a tabber, inkjet base, labeler, or packaging line. Straight Shooter feeders handle everything from postcards to thick booklets.
Why do friction feeders jam on mixed thickness stacks?
Traditional nip-roller feeders force each piece through high-friction rollers, which misfeed when thickness varies. Straight Shooter's Buckle Separation gently buckles and separates each piece instead, which is why it runs mixed stacks with far fewer jams.
Which Straight Shooter feeder do I need for inline inkjet or tabbing?
A continuous model, C-12, R-14, or C-20 depending on width. For start-stop feeding into collators, shrink wrappers, or inserters use the D-Series (D-9, D-12, D-20); for servo card attaching use the SA-5; for batch counting use the B-12 or B-20.
How long does a belt change take on a friction feeder?
Under 5 minutes on a Straight Shooter, with no tools. Belts are also repositionable to tune friction points for different media.
Where can I buy Straight Shooter feeder belts and parts in New York?
Mailtech in Deer Park, NY stocks Straight Shooter wear parts and belts locally, with free delivery on Long Island, and our technicians rebuild and service Straight Shooter, Streamfeeder, and Walco feeders.
