The Kern 1600 fast is simple, fast and versatile. This flexible multi-format system is the ideal system for the medium to high performance range (16 k).
Module diversity
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User friendliness
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Operation of the Kern 1600 fast is simple, intuitive and clearly structured and is operated via a central touch panel. |
Format change
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The quick changeover and short distances for the machine operators (one-sided operability of the system) are big added values. |
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Highest flexibility
The Kern 1600 fast is characterised by high flexibility, quick changeover, maximum reliability and simple operation. It is suitable for the transactional and direct mail market.
The multi-format inserting system Kern 1600 fast is available for use from continuous stack/roll or cut-sheet processing. The system is particularly characterised by the fact that the ideal system configuration for the customer can be put together from a variety of modules. Among other features, the proven system channel that combines the functions of grouping (top/bottom), folding (4-pocket folding unit), turning (right or left) and turning (by 180°) can be used for this purpose. This makes it possible to process all common types of applications (whether folded or unfolded).
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Multi-channel compatible
Thanks to the multi-channel capability (up to 3 channels), the system offers an enormous number of possibilities. These are also automatically matched with each other, whether single sheet or/and continuous. The possibility of integrating up to 16 insert stations is particularly noteworthy. Friction feeders and rotary feeders can be combined. Thanks to the use of lamellas, there is no contact between the contents and the envelope during the inserting process. This contactless inserting principle guarantees the highest reliability in the inserting process.
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Automatic adjustment devices
The system can be equipped with automatic adjustment devices ex works on request. This means that changeover can be reduced to a few manual operations by the operator. This very short changeover time and rapid availability for new jobs is a major advantage of the Kern 1600 fast.
The system is operated via a central touch panel. The necessary information is displayed to the operator in text and graphic form. At the machine exit, the system can be equipped with the inkjet printing system Print@Exit. Like all other systems in the Kern product family, the Kern 1600 fast can also be integrated into comprehensive workflow systems thanks to its complete ADF integration (mailFactory©).
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Input modules Kern 996 and Kern 972
Cutting and feeding documents: The cutting system Kern 996 processes a wide range of applications, offers great flexibility and is highly efficient. The Kern 972 single sheet feeder guarantees a high feeding capacity and ensures processing of up to 45,000 sheets per hour. The full capacity of the fast Kern inserting systems is thus optimally utilized.
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Testimonials
« The cooperation with Kern is great. The employee are very competent, are always available for questions and are pleased to help all the time. »
Data Post
Singapore

Software system platform sphera
Kern Sphera Software offers you individually tailored software solutions in the area of ADF. Today’s organizations require not only high output rates, but must consider other critical production aspects such as processing security, and efficient overall productivity with high quality and low costs. The Kern Sphera Software products meet precisely these requirements. Vast amounts of data are required for production tracking, measurement, analysis, and improvement in the document output management area. In addition it must be available and accessible at all times. To simplify such a demanding installation, Kern Sphera Software draws on the cloud. This has the advantage of a high availability infrastructure as well as transparent, monthly costs.