MBM IM 8500 Pressure Sealer
The MBM IM 8500 seals up to 7,000 forms per hour inline or standalone, with automatic double-feed correction. Free freight to the continental 48.
Freight items can be purchased online; final delivery details may be confirmed before shipment.
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IM8500 Inline Pressure Sealer
The IM8500 is a high-performance inline pressure seal system built for streamlined mailing automation. Using reverse friction roller technology and flexible inline/standalone operation, it delivers consistent, high-speed processing with minimal manual intervention.
Key Features
- Dual operation mode for inline use with laser printers or standalone processing
- Reverse Friction Roller (RFR) system that detects and corrects double feeds automatically
- High-speed processing up to 7,000 forms per hour
- Batch count feature for job segmentation and automatic stops
- Supports V, C, Z, Double Parallel, and Window folds
- Front-side jam removal tool for quick access and faster recovery
- Electronic thickness detection for consistent folding and sealing across paper weights
- User-friendly control panel with auto stop, auto restart, and job tracking
Why It Matters
Designed for reliable pressure sealing at production speeds, the IM8500 helps reduce manual handling while keeping output consistent. Its self-correcting feed approach and batch controls support longer runs with fewer interruptions and smoother job management.
Specifications
| Processing Speed | Up to 7,000 forms per hour |
| Form Size | Max: 14" x 9" |
| Paper Size | A4, Letter, Legal |
| Paper Weight | 16 - 30 lbs |
| Sheet Capacity | 700 sheets (standalone mode) |
| Fold Types | V, C, Z, Double Parallel, Window |
| Dimensions | 24" × 17" × 15" |
| Machine Weight | 106 lbs |
| Power Requirement | 110V, 60Hz |
Available Options
- Auto-extending conveyor stacker
Benefits
- Supports fast turnaround with high-speed pressure sealing
- Reduces operator intervention with automatic double-feed correction
- Improves job control through batch counting and automatic stops
- Adapts to different workflows with inline or standalone operation
- Maintains consistent results across multiple fold styles and paper weights
Applications
- Direct mail production for time-sensitive campaigns
- Payroll, statements, and other confidential document processing
- In-house corporate mail for invoices, notices, and routine communications
- High-volume folding and sealing for service bureaus and print/mail departments
Related pressure sealers
The IM 8500 is the top of Mid-State Litho's inline pressure sealer line. The ES 8500 is the nearest step down and also ships free freight, the ES 5500 suits lower volumes, and the MX17000 is the desktop step up. See the full MBM pressure sealer range for the rest of the line.
Free freight and what is included
The IM 8500 ships free freight to the continental 48. It arrives FOB with a lift gate, and Mid-State Litho handles the delivery appointment.
On-site setup and operator training are included. Service runs same-day and next-day across Michigan and the Great Lakes. Financing is available.
Call to confirm dock access and delivery scheduling before you order.
Common questions about the IM 8500
How many forms per hour does the IM 8500 seal?
Up to 7,000 forms per hour.
Can the IM 8500 run inline with a laser printer?
Yes. It runs inline with a laser printer or standalone, and it holds 700 sheets in standalone mode.
What happens if two sheets feed at once?
The reverse friction roller system detects a double feed and corrects it automatically.
What is the largest form the IM 8500 handles?
14 inches by 9 inches.
What does delivery cost on the IM 8500?
Freight is free to the continental 48. The machine ships FOB with a lift gate, and on-site setup and operator training are included.
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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.