Formax FD 386 Air-Feed Paper Folder
Authorized Formax dealer. The FD 386 air-feed folder runs coated & glossy stock with automatic touchscreen setup. Get pricing from Mid-State Litho.
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Details & specifications
The Formax FD 386 is an air-feed paper folder with automatic, touchscreen-driven setup for mid-volume commercial folding. Air feed handles coated, glossy, and difficult stocks that friction feeders struggle with, while stored fold settings speed job changeovers. Mid-State Litho is an authorized Formax dealer offering the full FD folder line with installation, training, and service. Contact us for pricing and lead time.
Where the FD 386 fits in the Formax FD folder line
The FD 386 is the mid-tier automatic air-feed folder, the upgrade from the manual FD 346 and below the fully-automatic FD 38Xi. The low-volume manual models are the FD 300, FD 314, and FD 324, while the Atlas-AS covers air-suction production folding.
Buyer's guide: air-feed vs friction feed
Choose air feed when you run coated, glossy, or heavier stock, need a higher duty cycle, or want fewer misfeeds and double-feeds. Friction feed suits lighter uncoated stock and lower volumes. Within the automatic range, the FD 386 gives you automatic touchscreen setup, the FD 346 is the manual alternative, and the FD 38Xi is the fully-automatic step-up. See all paper folders and the full Formax range.
Why buy from Mid-State Litho
Mid-State Litho is an authorized Formax dealer carrying the full FD folder line with installation, training, parts, and service. We are Michigan-based and ship nationwide. Contact us for a quote and lead time.
Frequently asked questions
What is an air-feed paper folder?
It uses vacuum (air) feed to pull sheets, which handles coated, glossy, and heavier stock more reliably than friction feed.
What stocks does the FD 386 handle?
Coated, glossy, and mixed weights - better than friction feed on difficult stock.
FD 386 vs FD 346?
The FD 386 is the automatic touchscreen air-feed model; the FD 346 is the manual alternative.
FD 386 vs FD 38Xi?
The FD 38Xi is the fully-automatic step-up above the FD 386.
How do I get pricing and lead time?
Contact Mid-State Litho, an authorized Formax dealer.
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