Flexpress Glued and Interlocking Folders

Introduction

We’ve got plenty of cutting forms in our locker and there’s a selection of our folder templates below. Many of these existing forms have capacity (allowing more inserts to be added to the folder) and some don’t. In general, non capacity folders will hold approximately 7 to 8 sheets of paper, but this is dependent on the paper weight used for the inserts.

Interlocking folders are printed, cut and creased and delivered to you flat. This makes storage much easier as they take up less room. You will, however, need to make up your folders as you use them. This is as simple as slotting one piece of card into another.

Glued folders are printed, laminated, cut and creased and fully made up mechanically by us. Folders with additional capacity can be quite bulky and you will need to consider storage if ordering a large amount.

Folder overview video

All our cutting forms are available with or without slots for standard landscape 85mm x 55mm business cards irrespective of whether they are shown on the diagrams below.

New to Flexpress is our short to medium run folders with digital Spot UV service, offering quantities as few as 50. Our digital Spot UV is produced on our Duplo DuSense Sensory Coater. The cutting forms for these folders can also be downloaded below.

To download a cutting form template, use the icons in the table for PDF, AIT, and IDML. Folders marked A4+ or A5+ are oversized to take standard A4 and A5 inserts.

Glued Single Pocket 1mm Capacity

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All document folders in this category offer up to 1mm of capacity (approx 10 x 80gsm sheets of A4 paper) and feature a glued, made up pocket.

Preview Template Finished size Flat size Download
Glued A Glued A A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 451.5mm x 383mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
Glued B Glued B A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 451.5mm x 383mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
Glued C Glued C A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 451.5mm x 383mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
Glued M Glued M A5+ (154mm x 216mm) 327.5mm x 292mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
SF1 SF1 A4+ (215mm x 300mm) 450mm x 380mm PDF AI IDML
SF3 SF3 A5+ (153mm x 215mm) 325.5mm x 295mm PDF AI IDML

Glued Double Pocket 1mm Capacity

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All document folders in this category feature two glued, made up pockets and offer up to 1mm of capacity (approx 10 x 80gsm sheets of A4 paper) per pocket.

Preview Template Finished size Flat size Download
Glued D Glued D A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 471.5mm x 383mm PDF AI IDML
Glued E Glued E A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 471.5mm x 383mm PDF AI IDML
Glued F Glued F A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 471.5mm x 383mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
Glued N Glued N A5+ (154mm x 216mm) 347.5mm x 292mm PDF Illustrator InDesign

Glued Single Pocket 5mm Capacity

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All document folders in this category offer up to 5mm of capacity and feature a glued, made up pocket.

Preview Template Finished size Flat size Download
Glued G Glued G A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 461.5mm x 388mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
Glued H Glued H A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 461.5mm x 388mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
Glued I Glued I A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 461.5mm x 388mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
Glued O Glued O A5+ (154mm x 216mm) 337.5mm x 297mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
SF2 SF2 A4+ (215mm x 305mm) 459.5mm x 390mm PDF Illustrator InDesign
SF4 SF4 A5+ (153mm x 215mm) 334mm x 298.5mm PDF Illustrator InDesign

Glued Double Pocket 10mm Capacity

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All document folders in this category feature 2 glued, made up pockets and offer up to 5mm of capacity per pocket.

Preview Template Finished size Flat size Download
Glued J Glued J A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 481.5mm x 383mm PDF AI IDML
Glued K Glued K A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 481.5mm x 383mm PDF AI IDML
Glued L Glued L A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 481.5mm x 383mm PDF AI IDML
Glued P Glued P A5+ (154mm x 216mm) 357.5mm x 292mm PDF AI IDML

Interlocking Single Pocket 1mm Capacity

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All document folders in this category offer up to 1mm of capacity (approx 10 x 80gsm sheets of A4 paper) and feature an interlocking pocket mechanism, ideal for self assembly.

Preview Template Finished size Flat size Download
Interlocking A Interlocking A A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 498.5mm x 384mm PDF AI IDML
Interlocking B Interlocking B A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 498.5mm x 384mm PDF AI IDML
Interlocking C Interlocking C A4+ (216mm x 305mm) 498.5mm x 384mm PDF AI IDML
Interlocking M Interlocking M A5+ (154mm x 216mm) 353.5mm x 271mm PDF AI IDML
File set up information
Hints and tips
  • We recommend Adobe InDesign or Adobe Illustrator. The easiest way is to download a template and use it as your base.
  • If you want artwork on the flap that folds up from the bottom, position it upside down so it reads correctly when made up.
  • When exporting PDF, select PDF X 1a 2001, include 3mm bleed and trim marks.
  • Leave the cutting form on the artwork and ensure the swatch is a spot colour called Cutter so the job flows through automation.
FAQs – Glued folders
How do I avoid the creases on my folder cracking?
Fibre cracking along the crease is a natural characteristic and becomes more apparent with heavy ink coverage. Traditional matrix style creasing helps minimise cracking, but it cannot be eliminated completely. If this is a concern, we recommend laminating the outside of the folder.

Are you really based in the UK?
Flexpress started in 1989 and everything we offer is printed and finished in house at our premises in Leicestershire. We welcome visitors at any time.

Can I add business card slots to the pocket?
Yes. Templates are available with or without business card slots. Select your preference when placing the order.
What are my options for delivery?
Express, Standard, or Saver services are available, depending on cutoff time and location.
  • Express – next working day
  • Standard – two working days
  • Saver – three working days
If you need AM or Saturday delivery, select the relevant option at checkout or contact admin@flexpress.co.uk.

Can my folders be laminated?
Yes. Multiple lamination options are available from standard matt or gloss to more specialist finishes.

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