Creasing and Folding - Ernst Nagel GmbH

Creasing and Folding
Making printings alive
Professional creasing and folding - manually and automatically
NAGEL DigiFold Pro
NAGEL AutoFold Pro

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Nagel creasing and folding machines
Professional creasing before folding
Digitally printed sheets are very sensitive and must be
handled gently during finishing. To prevent a deterioration
of the quality and appearance of the product, damage of
the surface, crack of the substrate and tearing of the
paper during the folding process, the sheets must be
creased before they are folded. So, the final product
retains its perfect look.
Proven creasing technology
During creasing, the material is
gently compressed to prevent
cracking or toner breaking.
Nagel creasers ensure accurate
creasing for an optimum
folding result in the
next finishing step.
Nagel creasing machines are the ideal choice for sophisticated
finishing of very different stocks – paper, cardboard or
booklet covers, varnished, laminated, mattcoated or with the
wrong running direction. All models are very easy to use.
Materials:
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Nagel offers manual table top creasing machines as
Rillnak 35 + 52 as well as semi-automatic units with foot
switch - as the Rillnak-E models - and automatic creasing
and folding machines for high volume operation and the
combination of creasing and folding - the DigiFold Pro.
Perfect creasing with compact table top
units
The Nagel table top creasers Rillnak for manual or foot
switch operation crease print products for a perfect folding
result. Either for copy shops, printing houses or bookbinderies
- the table top units are the ideal choice for the
comfortable finishing of short to medium volumes.
All models of Rillnak use the knife-against-groove process.
Unlike in rotary creasing, a polished creasing knife
presses the paper into a solid creasing matrix without
damaging the substrate or the paper fibres.
Thanks to the sturdy construction, manual creasing with
the Rillnak is pleasantly smooth, and the indicator scale
makes the device very easy to use. The two standard
stops permit multiple creases, so even highly costomised
orders can be processed. Additional stops can be installed
at any time.
Automatic creasing and folding machines
Nagel offers a wide range of automatic creasing machines.
As well as the manual units, all automatic creasers - Auto-
Rillnak Pro 33, AutoRillnak Pro 50 and DigiRillnak - use the
optimised knife-agains-groove creasing technology. So,
paper of up to 400 gsm can be creased effortlessly.
The Nagel folding machines are equipped with a patented
system. They dispense entirely with conventional buckle
plates, using an electronically controlled “flying knife”
contoured around extra large diameter rollers. The speed
is matching to the demands of damageable digital prints.
A dynamic sheet deflector is used that only touches the
leading edge of the sheet. This reduces the risk of scratching
or marking.
PosiFeed
All machines of the Pro-range are equipped with a new
feeder (= PosiFeed). The feeder stops the drum as the
vacuum pulls the sheet down before the drum starts to
feed. This significant change enables the feeder to be piled
higher and feed more difficult stocks.

Rillnak 35 + 52 and Rillnak-E 36 + E 52
Manual and semi-automatic creasing for a perfect look
Rillnak 35 + 52
Both Nagel table top models Rillnak 36 and Rillnak 52 are
perfectly suitable for short creasing volumes of digital
prints. The Rillnak 52 is especially suitable for creasing
digital prints of the 52 cm professional format, while the
Rillnak 35 is perfect for digital prints up to A3 oversize
format.
Either model can process all types of paper up to 300
gsm without any problems.
The compact table top models of Rillnak are everything
you need for professional print finishing in daily office
work, printing houses, copy shops or bookbinderies.
Technical specifications
NAGEL Rillnak 52
Rillnak-E 36 + E 52
The Rillnak-E 52 is especially suitable for creasing prints of
the 52 cm professional format, while the Rillnak-E 36 is
perfect for creasing digital prints up to A3 oversize format.
The use of the Rillnak-E 36 and E 52 saves expensive production
time. They are easy to set-up and operate. Two
standard stops permit multiple creases, additional stops
are optional available and can be installed at any time.
With the proven creasing technology all types of stock up
to 350 gsm can be creased effortlessly. Both models provide
two creasing widths as standard (1,2 mm and 1,6
mm) – with the ability to change from one to another in
seconds. The creasing matrix is electronically activated by
a foot switch for increased accuracy and productivity.
NAGEL Rillnak-E 52
with foot switch
Rillnak 35 Rillnak 52 Rillnak-E 36 Rillnak-E 52
Recommended
paper weight (gsm) 70 – 300 70 – 300 70 – 350 70 – 350
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backstop max. (mm) 350 520 435 520
Sheet size max. width (mm) 350 520 365 520
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H x W x L (mm) 120 x 385 x 600 120 x 555 x 750 210 x 480 x 700 220 x 640 x 780
Weight net/packed (kg) 12/13 17/19 18 / 20 27,5 / 31
Power supply – – 230 V / 50 Hz 230 V / 50 Hz
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AutoRillnak Pro 33 / AutoRillnak Pro 50
Automatic creasing - also for large formats
AutoRillnak Pro 33 –
Intuitive operation and high creasing speed
The AutoRillnak Pro 33 is the ideal finishing solution for
users who want to have a fully automated and fast creaser,
but do not have to process large-format sheets. The
creaser can process stocks up to 700 mm x 330 mm automatically;
larger formats up to 1,000 mm x 330 mm can
be fed into the creaser manually. It also comes with a
standard plug-in perforator. Additional perforating blades
are available as options.
The AutoRillnak Pro 33 can process up to 8.500 sheets / hour
and comes with an unlimited numeric memory. Additionally,
the AutoRillnak Pro 33 is equipped with the new
larger touch screen display. The paper feeding works
with a blow-suction system, which prevents scratching of
digital prints (PosiFeed).
AutoRillnak Pro 50
AutoRillnak Pro 33
AutoRillnak Pro 50 –
Powerful and flexible for large formats
The AutoRillnak Pro 50 is larger than the well-known
AutoRillnak Pro 33 and can process paper formats of up to
500 mm width and up to 1,000 mm length without problems.
It can process up to 8.500 sheets/hour and comes
with an unlimited numeric memory. Additionally, the
AutoRillnak Pro 50 is equipped with the new larger touch
screen display. The stock is fed into the creaser by a blast
and suction air system that prevents scratches on the digital
prints (PosiFeed).
It also comes with a standard plug-in perforator. Additional
perforating blades are available as options. Microperforation
with 96 teeth is possible as well with the
according blade.
Optionally, the A2-Jogger may be added to increase the
output capacity. It jogges the creased material to ease the
subsequent processing.

DigiRillnak
Compact and versatile
The DigiRillnak closes the gap between semi-automatic
and fully automatic systems.This compact machine creases
formats of up to 630 mm x 330 mm automatically, but the
stock is fed into the creaser by hand.
The machine can be operated comfortably via a joystick
and display. A standard perforating tool is included, as
standard. The DigiRillnak is available as desktop model or
with an optional stand.
Technical specifications
DigiRillnak AutoRillnak Pro 33 AutoRillnak Pro 50
Speed max. (sheet / hour)
1 crease (A4) 4,000 (depending on operator) 8,500 8,500
Memory of applications 9 unlimited unlimited
Recommended paper weight (gsm) approx. 100 – 350 approx. 100 – 400 approx. 100 – 400
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Sheet size max. by
manual feed (mm)
630 x 330 1,000 x 330 1,000 x 500
Sheet size max. (mm) – 700 x 330 700 x 500
Sheet size min. (mm) – 140 x 160 140 x 210
Narrow sheet extension paper guide
min. paper width 100 mm
Landscape paper guide
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Minimum distances (mm)
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Repeat creasing 4 3 4
from lead edge 25 25 25
from tail edge 20 20 20
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Perforating blades � 28 teeth � 28 teeth � 28 teeth
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L x H x W (mm) 80 x 50 x 50 1,168 x 990 x 457 1,780 x 1,000 x 700
Weight net / gross (kg) 55 / 80 110 / 128 150 / 178
Power supply 240 V 50 / 60 Hz 240 V 50 / 60 Hz 240 V 50 / 60 Hz
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AutoFold Pro
Compatible with any creasing machine
The new AutoFold Pro is a free standing automatic
folding machine designed specifically for owners of a
Nagel AutoRillnak or any creasing machine who want to
upgrade to a creasing and folding machine. It is equipped
with the patented flying knife technology to prevent scuffing
or marking on digital stocks, which may happen with
standard folding technologies.
The AutoFold Pro can simply be adjusted to the Nagel
Rillnak or the height of the vacuum feed conveyor of
any creaser.
The AutoFold Pro gets controlled by the same innovative
touch-screen panel that all machines from the Pro-range
are equipped with (e.g. the length of the pre-creased
sheet or the folding type). After both machines are
switched on, the pre-creased sheets from the creaser get
delivered directly onto the AutoFold Pro feed conveyor.
Here they are accurately registered to the side-lay before
being folded as programmed and delivered onto a motor
driven shingling delivery system.
The AutoFold Pro comes with a short conveyor belt; a long
conveyor belt is available as an option.
AutoFold Pro with long conveyor
(optional) and AutoRillnak 50
AutoFold Pro
with short conveyor (standard)

Technical specifications
AutoFold Pro
Speed per hour (A4 in half) 6,240
Maximum sheet size (mm) 600 x 385 short conveyor / 900 x 385 long conveyor
Minimum sheet size (mm) 210 x 140
Maximum paper weight (gsm) Takes stock up to 0,4 mm (approx 400 gsm)*
Maximum number of folds per sheet 2
Maximum number programmed applications Unlimited alpha numeric
Minimum repeat fold distance (mm) 70
Minimum fold distance from lead edge (mm) 50
Minimum fold distance from tail edge (mm) 50
Min. fold length (mm) 70
Max. fold length (mm) up to 450 (automatic feed)
up to 1,800 (hand feed)
Adjustments (Increments in mm) 0,1
Batch counter �
Total counter �
Dimensions (L x W x H) 1,700 x 680 x 1,220
Weight net (kgs) 128
Power requirement (V) 240 V 50 / 60 Hz
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Intuitive operation of Pro machines
The new touch screen panel of the Pro-range is essentially
larger than the one of the machines of the past generations.
All major functions get operated via this panel. Only
the sheet length and the fold type for the finished product
have to be keyed in (popular sizes and folds are pre-set).
The software will automatically calculate where the creases
need to be and set them accordingly. Any minor changes
to the crease position can be made by touching in the
relevant section. Folding gap data are displayed digitally on
the panel.
touch screen is very easy. The extensive alpha-numeric
memory allows an unlimited number of jobs to be stored
and named as chosen.
Another advantage is the language-independence of
the software – only symbols are used, what makes
translations unnecessary. Learning to operate the new NAGEL touch screen panel
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DocuFold Pro
The compact automatic folding machine
With its comprehensive standard equipment, the Nagel
DocuFold Pro folding machine is the ideal choice for
finishing digital print products. The machine’s extremely
short set-up times make it particularly suited for printing
houses and bookbinderies with frequently changing print
runs.
By entering the sheet size and the fold type the DocuFold
Pro automatically adjusts the fold plates and delivery rollers
electronically. Standard formats are already preset.
Operation is therefore quite simple.
Moreover, there is no need to adjust the folding rollers –
they adjust themselves automatically to the paper thickness,
which saves time and reduces the probability of
errors. The display has an accuracy of 0.1 mm and can be
programmed effortlessly.
Equipped with a user friendly SmartScreen panel it enables
an operator with minimum training to carry out a variety
of folds from an icon driven touch screen.
A paragon of versatility
At a maximum speed of 27,500 sheets / hour, the Docu-
Fold Pro processes formats up to 674 x 365 mm. The machine
includes a mode with reduced suction time that is
optimally suited for feeding A4 size sheets in landscape format
and sizes smaller than A4 and is particularly advantageous
for perforating and creasing applications.
The spiral folding rollers keep the paper from slipping in
the rollers and thereby ensure a precisely positioned fold.
Modern applications demand modern formats: short
and wide formats or narrow and long formats can be
accurately processed with optional extra stops.
Excellent equipment
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deactivated, there are no paper jams
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to the sheet length and regulated individually
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stops, the machine cleans itself by blowing out
paper dust.
Docufold Pro –
compact and powerful
A further feature of the sophisticated SmartScreen is the
ability to memorise and store repeated jobs in the alpha
numeric memory which can be retrieved within seconds.
The user’s work is facilitated by the integrated batch and
reset counters, which make it unnecessary to count batches
after processing, i.e. for bundling.
The side lay alignment section of the DocuFold Pro
ensures that the sheets are posi tioned correctly during
folding, a prerequisite for high-quality products. A problem
that affects many other folding machines is child’s play for
the DocuFold Pro: Thanks to the vacuum feed table,
statically charged or wavy paper is transported neatly into
the folding rollers without causing a jam.

The plug-in perforator is part of the standard equipment; it
perforates and scores even cardboard without giving it a
wavy shape. Unlike other folding machines, the DocuFold
Pro does not guide the sheet around all folding rollers, as
this is unnecessary. Different perforating and creasing tools
and knives are available.
Technical specifications
DocuFold Pro
Working width (mm) 139 – 320
Fold length in plate 1/2 (mm) 338 / 226
Max. sheet size L x W (mm) 674 x 365
Min. sheet size L x W (mm) 140 x 160
Shortest folding length (mm) 46
Max. number of folds per sheet 2
Max./min. paper weight (gsm) 240/56
Load capacity A4 sheets 80 gsm 500
Max. speed (sheets / hour A4) 27,500
Length of conveyor delivery (mm) 645
Maximum number programmed applications Unlimited alpha numeric
Batch counter �
Total counter �
Touchscreen display �
Perforation unit incl. blade �
Extra scoring tools �
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Power supply 230 V / 50 Hz / 10 A
Weight net (kgs) 132
L x W x H without / with conveyor delivery folded up (mm) 1,240 / 813 x 555 x 1,370
L x W x H packed (mm) 980 x 570 x 1,500
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DigiFold Pro
Creasing and folding in one operation – up to 6,000 sheets / hour
The unique DigiFold Pro model combines the proven
creasing system of the AutoRillnak with a new kind of
folding system. The new DigiFold Pro minimizes the possibility
of marks or scratches on sensitive stocks during
finishing and generates a sharp and perfect fold.
The combination of creasing and folding in a single unit
creates a highly productive and user friendly mobile finishing
centre that works effectively with both digital prints
and thick, heavy or cross-grained stock. Make-ready,
minimal wastage and ease of operation are key criterias in
today’s printing market.
Versatility
The DigiFold Pro works in three ways:
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Advantages of the DigiFold Pro
�� Quality
A professional result because of creasing prior to folding
��Production speed
Up to 6,000 sheets per hour
�� Operation
Large and user friendly touch screen panel
���Set-up-time
Fast and easy set-up for short print runs
“Print-on-demand” with individual prints, direct mailings
and last-minute-changes very often require high flexibility
and short set-up times especially in the digital printing
market. Finishing machines as the DigiFold Pro are able to
keep up with such conditions. Fast set-up and operation,
minimum waste paper and high user friendliness are key
criterias in today’s printing market.
The DigiFold Pro comes with a large and clearly arranged
touchscreen panel and already pre-programmed fold
types for quick and easy set-up also for smallest print
runs.
NAGEL DigiFold Pro

Proven creasing technology
To avoid cracking of the substrate, the DigiFold Pro works
with a technique by which the fibres are embossed and
weakened. The creasing mechanism consists of a male
creasing rule and a female matrix which get pressed together
to perform an exact and crack-free crease.
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cracking and paper tearing of sensitive digital prints.
Patented folding system
The DigiFold Pro dispenses entirely with buckle plates or
conventional knives, using an electronically controlled “flying
knife” contoured around extra large diameter rollers.
The speed is matching the demands of damageable digital
prints. The DigiFold Pro uses a dynamic sheet deflector
that only touches the leading edge of the sheet. This
reduces the risk of scratching or marking.
PosiFeed
Like all machines of the Pro-range the DigiFold Pro is
equipped with the special feeder (= PosiFeed). The feeder
stops the drum as the vacuum pulls the sheet down before
the drum starts to feed. This significant change enables
the feeder to be piled higher and feed more difficult
stocks.
Professional creasing
to perform a superb fold
Flexible and user-friendly
For standard configurations, the DigiFold Pro works in an
automatic mode. Once the required fold and sheet length
have been selected, an extensive program automatically
sets the creasing and folding positions.
An individual operation is employed when extra creases
are needed or difficult configurations have to be programmed.
In this mode the operator enters the creasing
and folding positions manually via the joy stick.
Materials and applications
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Technical specifications
DigiFold Pro
Max. speed (A4 sheets / hour) 6,000
Max. sheet size (mm) L x W 700 x 358
Min. sheet size (mm) L x W 210 x 140
Max. paper weight (gsm) Handles material up to 0.4 mm (about 400 gsm)*
Min. paper weight (gsm) Handles material from 0.11 mm (about 100 gsm)*
Max. no. creases per sheet 9
Max. no. of folds per sheet 2
Max. no. stored programmes Unlimited numeric memory
Min. repeat crease distance (mm) 40
Min. repeat fold distance (mm) 70
Min. crease distance from leading edge (mm) 50
Min. fold distance from leading edge (mm) 50
Min. crease distance from tail edge (mm) 50
Min. fold distance from tail edge (mm) 50
Min. fold length (mm) 70
Max. fold length (mm) up to 450 (automatic feed)
up to 1,800 (hand feed)
Adjustments (Increments in mm) 0.1
Batch counter �
Total counter �
Plug-in perforator �
Feeding system Bottom suction feed
Dimensions L x W x H (mm) 1,980 x 655 x 1,265
Weight net (kg) 190
Power requirement (V) 220 V
� Standard * Varies according to hardness, type of fold and substrate.
For any further information about the complete Nagel product range please look at
www.ernstnagel.com or contact your regional dealer.
Disclaimer: As part of our continued product improvement plan, specifications and
information puplished here are subject to change without notice. All specifications
are dependent on application, type of stock, temperature, RH and print engine used.
Specifications quoted were measured on uncoted and unprinted stock.
Ernst Nagel GmbH
Breitwiesenstraße 21
70565 Stuttgart / Germany
Phone: + 49 7 11-7 80 78-21
E-mail: export@ernstnagel.com
www.ernstnagel.com
Print No: 025 04/12 1T Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Certified to CE.