Bell & Howell MailStar 500 Inserter Refurbished

Refurbished Bell & Howell Mailstar 500

The Bell & Howell Mailstar 500 is a heavy-duty inserting system renowned for its durability and "Phillipsburg" heritage. Built on a rugged cast-iron frame, it is designed for high-volume production environments where reliability and consistent throughput are critical.

Key Performance Metrics:

• Cycling Speed: Up to 10,000 cycles per hour.
• Recommended Volume: High-production commercial mailing.
• Construction: Heavy-duty cast iron frame for reduced vibration and long life.

Material Handling:

• Envelope Sizes: Handles from 3-1/2" x 6" up to 6-1/4" x 10" (Standard #10 to 6x9 range).
• Insert Dimensions:
• Max Size: 6" x 9-1/2".
• Max Thickness: Up to 1/4" (individual) and 3/8" (accumulated pack).
• Feeding: Vertical hopper stations with gripper arm technology for positive insert control.

Features:

• Detection System: Electronic gripper arms with Miss and Double detection for 100% mailing accuracy.
• User-Friendly: Centralized control panel with diagnostic indicators (Jam, Miss, Empty).
• Setup: Tool-less knob adjustments for quick changeovers between jobs.
• Versatility: Vacuum flap opener and shuttle envelope feed options available for higher speed operations.