GUK FA 36 / FA 45 Folding Machines

High-Performance Buckle Folding Solutions for Professional Print Finishing

The GUK FA 36 / FA 45 folding machine series represents a highly efficient and flexible folding solution designed for demanding print finishing environments where speed, precision, and reliability are essential. Built with proven German engineering, these buckle folding systems deliver outstanding performance for commercial printing houses, pharmaceutical production, packaging applications, direct mail operations, and specialized finishing workflows

Description
Product Details

Thanks to their modular architecture and wide range of optional configurations, the FA series can be tailored for both standard folding jobs and highly complex finishing applications.

Key Features and Equipment

The GUK FA series is engineered for maximum productivity and flexible production workflows, offering:

Advanced FL2 feeder for fast and highly reliable sheet separation
Hook-on chute delivery for efficient output handling
Optional S 320/2 or S 520 mobile delivery systems
Optional touchscreen control with electronic pocket setup for rapid job changeovers
Optional EK 300 modular knife folding unit for precision cross-fold applications
Optional BAS 450-KF8 sheet press for improved output stacking and finishing quality
Optional DPS 360 dual stream separation system for handling dual-use production workflows
Modular folding station design for maximum flexibility
Robust industrial construction for continuous high-volume production

Advanced Folding Technology

Segment Folding Rollers

The machine can be equipped with rubber/steel overlapping segmented folding rollers, specially designed for demanding substrates such as:

Pharmaceutical leaflets
Lightweight paper
Coated stocks
Glossy materials

This advanced roller design ensures stable transport, excellent grip, reduced marking, and consistent folding precision even with difficult materials.

EK 300 Knife Folding Unit

The optional EK 300 modular knife folding unit adds advanced cross-fold capability, allowing more complex folding configurations with exceptional precision. This makes the system ideal for specialized finishing jobs requiring multi-directional folds.

DPS 360 Dual Stream Device

The optional DPS 360 dual stream separation unit enables efficient separation and management of dual production streams, improving throughput, machine utilization, and operational flexibility in high-output environments.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Model Versions	FA 36 / FA 45
Infeed Width	36 cm or 45 cm
Station 1	2 to 8 buckle pockets
Station 2	2 to 6 buckle pockets
Maximum Speed	Up to 160 m/min
Minimum Format (W × L)	105 × 145 mm / 85 × 100 mm (depending on feeder)
Maximum Format (W × L)	360 × 645 mm / 450 × 850 mm (depending on feeder)

Production Benefits

High-Speed Industrial Performance

With speeds reaching 160 meters per minute, the GUK FA series is built for demanding production environments where throughput and reliability are critical.

Fast Changeovers

Optional electronic pocket setup with touchscreen control significantly reduces setup times, improving machine availability and operator efficiency.

Flexible Production Expansion

The modular design allows the system to be adapted with knife folding units, delivery modules, sheet presses, and dual stream devices to meet evolving production needs.

Exceptional Folding Accuracy

Advanced feeding and folding technologies ensure consistent fold quality across a wide range of paper types and formats.

Ideal Applications

The GUK FA 36 / FA 45 is particularly suitable for:

Commercial print finishing
Pharmaceutical inserts and package leaflets
Direct mail production
Packaging inserts
Technical documentation
Promotional materials
Lightweight and glossy paper applications
Complex multi-fold and cross-fold jobs

Proven German Engineering

GUK is globally recognized for premium folding technology, offering precision, durability, and long-term reliability. The FA 36 / FA 45 series combines advanced automation with industrial-grade performance to meet the demands of modern finishing production.