US Paper Counters Countwise-1 Paper Counter
Countwise-1 automatic paper counter and batch counting machine. Sold and serviced by Mid-State Litho, authorized US Paper Counters dealer since 1984.
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US Paper Counters Countwise-1 Paper Counter
The Countwise-1 is an automatic paper counter and batch counting machine from US Paper Counters, built for print shops, binderies, and mailrooms that need verified sheet counts. It counts a full lift of printed or unprinted sheets on a 27" x 27" table at up to 2,500 counts per minute, and it can drop a physical tab to mark each batch break. That lets an operator confirm a press count or split a bindery lot without hand-counting a single sheet.
As a compact, U.S.-made paper counting machine, the Countwise-1 fits into an existing finishing line and takes over the slow, error-prone job of manual counting so your team can move product out the door with confidence.
The US Paper Counters lineup
Mid-State Litho carries the full US Paper Counters range so you can match the counter to your volume and how sheets are presented:
- Countwise-1 ($22,000) - the standard automatic sheet counter shown on this page.
- Countwise-1 with Tabbing ($25,445) - the same counter fitted with the batch-tabbing head.
- Countwise-M ($23,900) - the manual-feed sheet counter sibling.
- Bantam-1 batch counter/tabber and the Shooter IID in-line press counter/tabber round out the line for higher-volume and in-line press work.
Where the Countwise-1 earns its keep
Use it for press-count verification, batch tabbing on bindery runs, and inventory or shipping counts. As a fast, accurate sheet counter it prevents shortages and overages in fulfillment, speeds up outgoing job checks, and removes labor-intensive hand counts from booklet, form, coupon, and ticket batching. Its small footprint means it slots into most pressrooms and bindery floors without a rearrangement.
Key features
- Up to 2,500 counts per minute (dependent on stock characteristics)
- 4.5" color touchscreen with total-count display
- 27" x 27" counting surface for large sheet sizes
- Batch tabbing from 5 to 9,999 sheets
- Minimal maintenance with easy installation
- Customizable interface for specific workflows
Specifications
| Max Count Speed | Up to 2,500 CPM (dependent on stock) |
| Table / Max Sheet Size | 27" x 27" |
| Min Sheet Size | 3" x 4" (with optional coupon tray) |
| Paper Weight Range | 12 lb bond to 0.010" cover (25-250 g/m²) |
| Net Weight | 160 lbs |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 31" x 18.5" x 37" |
| Throat Height | 8" |
| Electrical | 120V AC, 10A or 220/240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
Applications
- Exact-count deliveries for commercial printers
- Inventory verification and outgoing job checks
- Booklet and form batch counting
- Coupon, ticket, and promo insert batching
Available options
- Locking base cabinet with wheels
- Coupon tray for smaller sheet sizes
- Custom user interface
- Foot-switch operation control
Why buy the Countwise-1 from Mid-State Litho
- Authorized US Paper Counters dealer - genuine equipment, parts, and support.
- Factory-trained, in-house service technicians rather than a distant third party.
- Michigan and Great Lakes service area for delivery, install, and on-site help.
- 40+ years in print finishing, family-owned since 1984.
- Financing and trade-ins available - see financing and leasing.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Countwise-1 count paper?
It measures a stack of sheets and reports the count automatically, and can insert a tab to mark each batch, which removes hand-counting from press-count verification.
What is the difference between the Countwise-1 and the Countwise-M?
The Countwise-1 is the automatic sheet counter; the Countwise-M is the manual-feed sibling in the same US Paper Counters line. The right choice depends on volume and how sheets are presented to the machine.
Can the Countwise-1 tab or mark batches?
Yes. With the tabbing head (the Countwise-1 with Tabbing configuration) it drops a physical tab at each batch break for bindery and shipping lots.
What does a Countwise-1 paper counter cost?
The Countwise-1 lists at $22,000 and the tabbing configuration at $25,445. Financing and trade-ins are available through Mid-State Litho.
Does Mid-State Litho service US Paper Counters equipment?
Yes. Mid-State Litho is an authorized US Paper Counters dealer with factory-trained, in-house technicians serving Michigan and the Great Lakes region.
Related equipment and resources
Browse all paper counters and batch tabbing machines, or see the full US Paper Counters line. Round out your bindery with bookletmakers and saddle-stitchers, paper folders, and paper cutters. For help, visit equipment service and support, financing and leasing, need 220V power? see the 220 Volt Service Option, or talk to a technician.
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On-site setup and operator training included.
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Replacement parts fabricated in-house.
Financing
Lease and purchase options available.