A cut-size sheeter - also referred to as Cutsize sheeter, copy paper sheeter or A4 sheeter - is a machine that cuts webs of paper from usually multiple reels into small sheets, then overlapping and collecting them in at least 2 and up to 16 small reams next to each other. The transversal cut for the length of the sheet is done by a rotary knife. The longitudinal cuts are done by slitting knives, defining the width of the sheet. In the so called collating unit, multiple reams are created side-by-side at a time (from 2 up to 16 reams next to each others = 2-16 pockets). The end products of a cut-size sheeter are reams of paper, with usually 500 sheets in one ream. Typical ream sizes include A4, 8 1/2 in x 11 in (lettersize), A5, A3 or 11 in x 17 in. Paper reams are typically used as copy or writing paper in the office or at home. Examples for cut-size sheeters from BW Papersystems:
SLK 490,
SLK Procut oder
P 22-02.