Questions & Answers

"High Speed Folders"

Can I fold T-shirts?
Yes. A wide variety of T-shirts can be folded on all NEDCO models.

Can I fold Long Sleeves?
Yes

How?
There are two ways to fold long sleeve shirts with an E-Z Fold machine. 1. Sleeves can be pre-folded behind the body of the shirt and then folded in the machine in the normal 4-fold pattern. 2. The E-Z Fold Long Sleeve Option can be used to fold the sleeves under the shirt automatically without pre-folding.

How many T-shirts / Sweatshirts / Golf Shirts can I fold per hour?
Actual folding speeds vary depending on the product and personnel. An average speed for standard T-shirts with a print or embroidery embellishment on one side is between 600-800 per hour. NEDCO has customers who consistently fold between 800-1000 shirts per hour. (We have one account who has folded 1400 shirts per hour).

Can I fold Hooded Sweatshirts?
Yes. With or without the sleeves pre-folded.

Can I fold Golf Shirts?
Yes, many golf shirt companies are spec folding now. Please call us for references.

Can I fold shirts with a print on the front and back?
Yes, Teflon contact points in the folding machine are the keys. Contact NEDCO for any special requirements. Test folding in our factory is suggested.

Can I fold Embroidered shirts?
Yes. Folding width's can be easily adjusted to accommodate thick backings or large embellishments.

Can a shirt with a button or zipper pass through the machine successfully?
Yes.

Can I stack shirts at the end of the folder?
Yes

Manually or Automatically?
Product can be stacked after folding either manually or automatically. An operator can manually stack product as it comes out of the folding machine. NEDCO also offers fully programmable automatic stackers that can stack product and then index down a conveyor to a bagging machine.

How many operators do I need?
Normal operation of the E-Z Fold 1000 or 2000 with a Unibagger II requires two operators. One to load the folding machine and one to load the bagging machine. NEDCO offers the OPPL (One-Person Packing Line) for lower labor/production environments. (See OPPL info below)

Can I use one operator to fold and manually bag?
Yes. The NEDCO OPPL (one person packing line) is designed to allow one person to fold and poly bag products. Special conveyors deliver folded products to the feed end of the machine for one-person operation.

What is the smallest fold width I can fold?
Depending on the machine we provide and the product to be folded, the minimum finished fold width can be as small as 4 inches. Test folding is recommended for very small garments. Special folding plates and equipment are available to accomplish a wide variety of folding widths. Beginning size of the product is critical for small fold widths to be successful.

What is the largest fold width I can fold?
The E-Z Fold 2000 model will accommodate up to a 15" wide fold. Actual fold width varies depending on the thickness of the product being folded. The E-Z Fold linear actuators allow for infinite adjustments to insure exact specification folding. Custom machinery is available.

Is the E-Z Fold 1000/2000 CE approved for Europe?
Yes

Is the E-Z Fold 1000/2000 CSA approved for Canada?
Yes

Can I fold Towels?
Yes. The beginning product size and finish fold size are critical. Some towels require a pre-fold to accomplish the desired fold. Test folding in our factory is suggested.

Can I fold sheets?
Current NEDCO folding models cannot accommodate bed sheets.

Can I fold Boxer shorts?
Yes. The beginning size and finish fold size is critical. Test folding in our factory is suggested.

Can I fold dress shirts?
Yes. The adjustability and design of E-Z Fold equipment delivers a very crisp clean fold for dress shirts.

Can I clip, pin or tape dress shirts?
No. E-Z Fold equipment is designed for folding and bagging only. Additional packaging of this nature must be done off-line.

Can I fold vests?
NEDCO has had very good results folding some types of vests. Test folding in our factory is recommended.

Can I fold kids pajamas?
Many children's garments can be folded individually or in sets. NEDCO needs to know the beginning chest size and finished fold size for any type of children's garments. Test folding in our factory is recommended.

Can I fold clothing sets?
Yes. It depends on the garments. Test folding in our factory is suggested.

Can I fold handkerchiefs?
Some handkerchiefs can be folded. Beginning product size and finished fold size required is critical for success. Test folding in our factory is suggested.

Can I fold Flags?
Depending on the size and material, some flags can be folded successfully. Larger flags sometimes require a pre-fold before placed into the machine. Test folding in our factory is suggested.

Can I fold blankets?
Pre-folding is some times required. The general rule is the folder will bring product down to approximately its beginning size after placement into folder. Test folding in our factory would be required for any blanket products.

Can I insert cardboard into the garment before folding?
Yes. NEDCO has a variety of card-feeding devices to accommodate a wide variety of applications.

Can I use die cut cardboard?
Yes

Can I insert tissue paper into the garment before folding?
Yes

How?
Place tissue on feed table first, then place garment on top. Garment will fold around tissue as they pass through the machine.

Can I fold short sets?
Many short sets can be folded successfully. The beginning size and desired fold size is critical. Test folding in our factory is required.

Can I fold dresses?
Yes. The beginning size and desired fold size is critical. Test folding in our factory is required.

Can I fold ladies blouses?
Yes. The beginning size and desired fold size is critical. Test folding in our factory is suggested.

Can I fold Skirts?
Yes. The beginning size and desired fold size is critical. Test folding in our factory is required.

Can I fold pants or blue jeans?
Yes. The beginning size and desired fold size is critical. Test folding in our factory is suggested.

Can I fold Socks or panty hose?
NEDCO folding equipment is not designed to fold socks.

Can I get a foot switch to activate the machine?
Yes. NEDCO offers a photo eye, mechanical hand switch or a foot switch cycle start activation mechanism.

Can I adjust for thicker products? (T-Master-I, T-Master-II, E-Z Fold 1000/2000)
Yes. The E-Z Fold 1000 & 2000 has linear actuator motors on all folding plates. Fold width, right, left and sleeve tuckers are all adjusted with the twist of a button. Average adjusting time can be 30 seconds to 2 minutes depending on product to be folded. The T-Master II has a linear actuator adjustment on the folding width plate. Tucker plates are manually adjustable. Average adjusting time can be 30 seconds to 10 minutes depending on product to be folded. The T-Master I has a fixed folding plate. Changing the fold width requires changing the folding plate manually. The tucking plates are also adjusted manually. Average adjusting time can be 3 minutes to 20 minutes depending on product to be folded.

How long on average does it take to make product change adjustments on the E-Z Fold 1000/2000?
30 Seconds to 2 minutes. See answers above.

Do hangtags cause a problem?
No, not usually.

Do you have an economical machine just for T-shirts?
Yes. NEDCO has the T-Master-I. The T-Master-I is supplied with a fixed folding plate and manually adjustable tucking plates. This machine is perfect for the shop that primarily folds T-shirt's.