according to aspects illustrated herein , there are provided systems for conveying a sheet article into an intended pathway . the multi - way gate system for diverting sheets into multiple pathways in a sheet conveying device includes at least three pathways for directing the sheet from the sheet conveying member in a particular direction . a single gate plate is between the sheet conveying member and the pathways . the single gate plate is rotatable about a single axis to direct the sheet exiting the sheet conveying member toward one of the pathways .