Designed, engineered, and assembled for performance—Formax cutters are built to meet the demands of today’s production environments, delivering reliability from the inside out.

Introducing the Formax Cut-True 33H—a true two-shift, industrial-grade hydraulic paper cutter built for demanding digital print and in-plant finishing.

With a 31.5-inch cutting width, the 33H delivers the ideal balance of capacity and practicality—handling larger production jobs while fitting seamlessly into most operations.

True hydraulic power drives both the blade and clamp, delivering smooth, consistent cuts with minimal effort. On-screen adjustable hydraulic pressure lets operators fine-tune performance based on paper weight and stack height—ensuring clean, accurate results every time.

Engineered for precision, the 33H features a high-speed hardened steel blade, PLC-driven electronics, and programmable job settings for consistent, repeatable performance. A bright LED cutting line and electronic micro-adjuster make positioning fast and precise.

The intuitive 10-inch touchscreen allows you to store up to 100 programs with 100 cuts each, reducing setup time and streamlining repeat jobs.

A ¼-inch stainless steel air-assist ball deck allows large stacks to glide effortlessly into position—reducing operator fatigue and improving workflow.

A removable false clamp protects sensitive stocks, while built-in safety features—including an infrared safety curtain and dual-button operation—ensure confident, reliable use.

Simply program, position, and cut—delivering accurate, professional results every time.

The Formax Cut-True 33H is the ideal solution for producing brochures, manuals, mailers, and more—helping you work faster, reduce waste, and bring more finishing in-house.

The Cut-True 33H—built for performance, built for productivity… shift after shift.

The Formax Cut-True 31H Hydraulic Guillotine Paper Cutter features a hydraulic blade and clamp drive for true two-shift operation, and rugged heavy-duty construction for precision cutting of paper stacks up to 28” wide and up to 4” high. User-friendly features include a 10″ color touchscreen control panel, automatically-adjusting back gauge, an internal light to illuminate the cutting area, and the capacity to program up to 100 jobs/100 cuts.

Operation is simple using the color touchscreen for programming and selecting jobs. The foot-pedal pre-clamp and bright LED Cutting Line work together allowing operators to see exactly where the blade will cut and to make fine adjustments. Electronically-controlled two-hand operation engages the hardened steel blade for crisp, accurate cuts, every time. Cutting accuracy is 0.1mm on maximum paper stacks. The electronic back gauge switch allows users to fine tune the position for accurate cuts.

The Cut-True 31H features an anti-friction ball deck with air-assist and extra-large side tables, making it easier for operators to maneuver large paper stock. The hydraulic clamp pressure is easily adjusted using the pressure gauge knob, to provide the best clamp possible for different paper weights and stack heights. A removable false clamp is included to minimize the risk of marking sensitive paper stock or perfect bound books. It can be easily removed to decrease the minimum cut length to 1.18”, and stored within the machine when not in use.

Standard safety features include dual-button operation and an infrared safety curtain which immediately stops operation if the light plane is interrupted. The Cut-True 31H also includes a lock with key, blade lock, automatic blade return from any position, a blade change safety tool, and a wooden paper push for safe alignment.

The Cut-True 31H is ideal for transforming large sheets into brochures, invitations, business cards, and more, with crisp, accurate cuts, and is a welcome addition to digital print shops and in-plant finishing operations.

The Formax Cut-True 29H Hydraulic Guillotine Paper Cutter offers precision cutting for paper stacks up to 20.5” wide. User-friendly, intuitive features include a touchscreen control panel, automatically-adjusting back gauge and the capacity to program up to 100 jobs/100 cuts. An infrared light beam safety curtain provides safety and convenience as it shuts down operation if the light plane is interrupted.

Operation is simple: utilize the touchscreen to program and select job settings, then load a stack of paper, up to 3.15” high. Set the back gauge using the touchscreen, then use the foot pedal pre-clamp to check the paper position. The bright LED Cutting Line allows operators to see exactly where the blade will cut and make fine adjustments. Electronically-controlled two-hand operation engages the hardened steel blade for crisp, accurate cuts, every time.

Cutting accuracy is 0.1mm on paper stacks up to 80mm. The Cut-True 29H also features a special anti-friction surface with optional wide side tables, making it easier for operators to maneuver large paper stock. The hydraulic clamp pressure is adjustable to give the best clamp possible for different paper weights and stack heights. A false clamp is included to minimize the risk of marking sensitive paper stock or perfect bound books. In addition, the clamp can be removed to decrease the minimum cut length, and stored within the machine. The Cut-True 29H also features an internal light to illuminate the cutting area.

Standard safety features include a lock with key, blade lock, external blade depth adjustment, automatic blade return from any position, easy-to-use blade change safety tool, and a wooden paper push for safe alignment.

The Cut-True 29H is ideal for transforming large sheets into brochures, invitations and more, with crisp, accurate cuts, and is a welcome addition to print shops and in-plant finishing operations.

Check out this Case Study with the Cut-True 29H in use at Polymershapes

The Formax Cut-True 29A Electric Guillotine Paper Cutter offers precision cutting for paper stacks up to 20.5” wide. User-friendly, intuitive features include a touchscreen control panel, automatically-adjusting back gauge and the capacity to program up to 100 jobs/100 cuts. An infrared light beam safety curtain provides safety and convenience as it shuts down operation if the light plane is interrupted.

Operation is simple: utilize the touchscreen control panel to program and select job settings, then load a stack of paper, up to 3.15” high. Set the back gauge using the touchscreen. The bright LED Cutting Line allows operators to see exactly where the blade will cut and make fine adjustments. Electronically-controlled two-hand operation engages the hardened steel blade for crisp, accurate cuts, every time.

Cutting accuracy is 0.1mm on paper stacks up to 80mm. The Cut-True 29A also features a special anti-friction surface with optional wide side tables, making it easier for operators to maneuver large paper stock. A false clamp is included to minimize the risk of marking sensitive paper stock or perfect bound books. In addition, the clamp can be removed to decrease the minimum cut length, and is easily stored within the machine.

Standard safety features include a lock with key, blade lock, external blade depth adjustment, automatic blade return from any position, easy-to-use blade change safety tool, and a wooden paper push for safe alignment.

The Cut-True 29A is ideal for transforming large sheets into brochures, invitations and more, with crisp, accurate cuts, and is a welcome addition to print shops and in-plant finishing operations.

Take total control of the ColorMax9 print process with cmQuickRip. Easily setup workflows, enhance or change colors, load and process files faster, and save jobs for easy recall.

cmQuickRip is a powerful workflow and color matching software that maximizes file processing speeds, gives operators full control over color management, and simplifies job setup with easy recall of saved settings. By automatically compressing large files, it reduces data size and accelerates output—especially for large variable data jobs.

Users can create custom ICC profiles and make precise spot color adjustments with full control over both CMYK and RGB files, streamlining the color matching process. The ability to save and recall these profiles and settings ensures consistent, high-quality prints with fast, reliable results.

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The FlashGuard 13R8 Heavy-Duty Laminator is ideal for print shops, schools, and corporate offices. With a rugged metal housing and user-friendly features, it easily laminates and protects photos, documents, signs, menus, IDs, and more.

The 13R8 features 8 heavy-duty rollers for fast, reliable sealing: 6 heat rollers and 2 cooling rollers. The all-metal housing is durable and stays cool to the touch, thanks to the special internal cooling system. For ideal laminating, the variable temperature control goes up to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C). For temperature sensitive documents, users can choose the cold lamination function, which seals specially-designed pressure sensitive laminating pouches. Each laminator ships with a starter pack of 20 FG-3 premium 3 mil laminating pouches.

Operation is simple using the intuitive graphics-based LCD control panel: simply set the temperature and speed to match the laminating pouch and document thickness. The control panel features graphic indicators for hot/cold mode, speed, temperature, cooling fan, and roller operation, as well the ability to store up to 2 custom settings for frequently run projects.

The 13R8 handles pouches up to 13” wide, up to 14 mil, with a maximum laminating thickness of up to 3mm. Formax offers 3 mil and 5 mil laminating pouches for standard letter size 8.5” x 11” projects. With an operating speed of up to 82 inches per minute, users can complete projects in a flash.

A handy speed/temperature chart is printed on the top of the laminator for quick reference. Other useful features include a reverse button to clear jams, and a dedicated cool-down cycle to prevent damage to the heated rollers.

For protecting and preserving documents, photos, menus and more, the FlashGuard 13R8 is a durable, affordable, high-quality solution.

The ColorMax9 Digital Color Printer is the latest solution for short-run inkjet printing. It offers full-color 1200 x 1200 dpi dynamic data and graphics printing on envelopes and a variety of mailing and packaging materials.

Driven by an intelligent synchronized feeder and registration system, the ColorMax9 reliably produces accurate landscape prints to maximize output capability. Featuring durable, water-resistant HP pigment-based ink, the system is designed to handle variable data and full-color graphics in a single pass.

The ColorMax9 utilizes vibrant pigment-based ink which resists fading, scratches, and water damage. The wide, print area and digital thickness control allow for media applications up to 1/2” thick and 15” wide, including stuffed envelopes, kraft paper bags, chip board and more. It has the capacity to print up to 10,000 #10 envelopes per hour.

Its intuitive 7” color touchscreen provides control over the entire process including image preview, system status, and access to up to 64 GB of stored print jobs.

Utilizing HP thermal inkjet technology, it features a long-life stationary print head with 59,000+ nozzles and integrated cleaning/capping. This allows for printing on pre-printed and windowed envelopes, and its high-capacity ink tanks are easily accessible from the front of the printer.

The ColorMax9 is available in three configurations with options including a 3-foot output conveyor, sturdy workbench, and the CCS9 Command Station featuring a free-standing workstation, PC, and 32” curved monitor.

With a long-life print system, rugged steel/aluminum construction, the ColorMax9 is quiet, fast, and economical for a quick return on investment, with the low cost-per-print standard that is fundamental to the ColorMax line.

The ColorMaxLP3 Digital Color Label Printer produces brilliant full-color labels at speeds of up to 60 feet per minute, in a compact unit powerful enough for a production print environment. Features include a large color touchscreen, an enhanced print engine and unwinder/rewinder system.
The 7” touchscreen gives operators complete control over the printing process, with an intuitive interface, image preview, and the ability to store print jobs for quick and easy processing. The revolutionary print engine design allows users to service and maintain the print head “on the fly,” keeping the web intact throughout print runs.
This compact all-metal printer is industrial-grade, designed for all-day production, and features a high-speed Unwinder/Rewinder System for continuous roll-to-roll printing. It easily handles rolls up to 10” in outside diameter for high-volume print jobs and reduced media costs.  For smaller jobs, the integrated cutter allows for print-and-cut operation.
Utilizing 5 high-capacity 250ml ink tanks allows for longer uninterrupted print runs. When ink does need to be replaced, the front access door makes it easy, without having to remove label stock from the print area and rewinder, keeping the web intact. The ColorMaxLP3 prints on variety of label sizes and stocks, including paper, polyester, polypropylene and vinyl, with full bleed capability up to 8.5” wide.
Its thermal inkjet print head features 70,400 inkjet nozzles and no moving parts. This offers higher speeds, more precise printing using less ink, less noise and lower maintenance costs than standard print heads. The professional-quality 1600 x 1600 dpi produces exceptionally crisp text, barcodes and images with vibrant color, and deep rich black tones.
Combining high speeds, stunning CMYK output, and a user-friendly interface, the ColorMaxLP3 is the ideal solution for all-day label printing in a production environment.

Options include the CCS8 Command Station, a freestanding workstation with PC and 32″ curved monitor.

The Cut-True DDC50 Automatic High-Speed Digital Die Cutter creates on-demand custom packaging, advertising displays, kiss-cut labels and more, with precision and easy setup.

Fully automatic, it utilizes QR Code recognition to process mixed jobs in a single stack, transforming cut sheets up to 350 microns thick into virtually any shape imaginable.

Features include a dual-action cutting/creasing head, high-capacity vacuum belt feeder, Cut-True Pro Production Studio Software, touchscreen control panel, and freestanding PC workstation for enhanced versatility.

The Cut-True DDC50 sets the standard for on-demand print finishing with unmatched speed and accuracy in the mid-production market.

The Cut-True DDC50 Automatic High-Speed Digital Die Cutter creates on-demand custom packaging, advertising displays, kiss-cut labels and more, with precision and easy setup.

Fully automatic, it utilizes QR Code recognition to process mixed jobs in a single stack, transforming cut sheets up to 350 microns thick into virtually any shape imaginable.

Features include a dual-action cutting/creasing head, high-capacity vacuum belt feeder, Cut-True Pro Production Studio Software, touchscreen control panel, and freestanding PC workstation for enhanced versatility.

The Cut-True DDC50 sets the standard for on-demand print finishing with unmatched speed and accuracy in the mid-production market.