MBM Collators

Organize multi-page document sets more efficiently with MBM Collators. These machines automatically gather sheets into the correct sequence, helping offices, schools, print shops, and production environments reduce the time and errors associated with manually assembling repeated document sets. Collating equipment is particularly useful for reports, packets, manuals, handouts, and other jobs where the same page sequence needs to be assembled repeatedly.

MBM Collators

Organize multi-page document sets more efficiently with MBM Collators. These machines automatically gather sheets into the correct sequence, helping offices, schools, print shops, and production environments reduce the time and errors associated with manually assembling...

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FC 10 Automatic 10-Bin Friction Collator
MBM

Item#: CO0750

$9,286.00

features

  • Collates variety of paper stocks and weights at speeds up to 3,600 sets per hour
  • 275 sheet bin capacity
  • Touch-button control panel with LED 4 digit counter simplifies set-up and operation
  • Programming modes include preset batch, insertion, and an alternate bin mode for continuous production
$9,286.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

An MBM collator makes more sense once manual gathering starts costing too much time or causing too many sequence mistakes. Offices, schools, and print rooms often reach that point when reports, packets, manuals, or handouts need to be assembled in the same order again and again. Hand assembly can still work for small jobs, but repeated sorting usually becomes slow and uneven as volume grows. Buyers should think about how often set assembly happens, how many sheets go into each finished set, and whether accuracy matters enough that a machine would remove rework. If the main decision is whether collating equipment is the right direction at all, the broader collators range can help frame that step. A strong buying decision starts with the repeated workload, not just the machine brand.

Station count matters because it controls how many separate sheet positions can be gathered into one finished set without extra handling. Buyers should think about the average packet size, how often inserts or cover sheets are added, and whether sets stay consistent or change throughout the week. A machine that fits the common job well will usually save more time than one chosen only for occasional peak needs. It also helps to think about whether some jobs are simple and repeat often, while others are mixed and short run. The better choice comes from the real document mix, because station count affects setup habits, throughput, and how easily staff can keep work moving. A collator should fit the set building routine your team follows most often, not just the biggest packet made a few times each year.

Paper size, stock weight, sheet condition, and how cleanly the stack feeds should all be checked before ordering. A collator works best when the paper behaves predictably, so buyers should think about whether they run standard office stock, mixed sheets, covers, inserts, or materials that may feed differently from one another. Curl, static, and uneven stacks can all affect how smoothly sets are gathered, especially in busier environments. If your finishing area already relies on one brand family or needs a different collating style for lighter tasks, Martin Yale collators can provide another collating direction within the same general workflow. The best purchase comes from matching the machine to the sheets you actually assemble every week, not the most ideal or easiest stock in the room.

Yes, because accessories often shape how smoothly the collator fits into daily work. Buyers should think about output handling, support stands, stapling modules, and other add ons that may affect how the finished sets move to the next step. A collator can still become awkward to use if it sits in the wrong position or if the finishing process around it is not planned early enough. That is especially true when the collator is part of a broader document finishing routine rather than a standalone sorting task. If you already know the setup will need add ons or support items to work properly, collator accessories are worth reviewing alongside the main purchase. The better order often includes the support pieces that make the equipment practical from day one.

Match the collator to the workload, the staff using it, the available space, and the next step after assembly. Buyers should think about whether finished sets move into stapling, binding, mailing, or simple distribution, because the collating step should support the full process instead of creating another handoff problem. It also helps to consider how often operators change jobs, because easier setup can matter as much as output speed in shared work areas. A collator that suits the real pace of the office will usually create more value than one picked only for a headline feature. The best choice is the one that makes document assembly cleaner, more dependable, and easier to repeat under normal working conditions, not just during one large project.