Multimodal envelope sealer

Abstract

Envelope sealing machines include a sealer that can operate in different sealing modes in which the values of the sealing parameters are tailored to the specific material configuration of the envelope being sealed. For example, a first sealing mode can be used to apply sealing conditions appropriate for paper envelopes, and a second sealing mode can be used to apply sealing conditions appropriate for plastic film. A controller can receive inputs identifying the material configuration of the envelope to be sealed, select the appropriate values for the sealing parameters for that material configuration, and provide inputs to the sealer that cause the sealer to apply the sealing conditions appropriate for the material configuration.

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