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Auto Creaser CRA-36
Auto Creaser CRA-36
Auto Creaser
The CRA-36 from Horizon is a high-performance automatic creaser that combines creasing, perforating, slitting, and trimming into a single compact system. It features precise impact creasing that prevents cracking on digitally printed and laminated sheets. With intuitive touchscreen controls, multiple optional blade kits, and speeds up to 5,000 sheets per hour, the CRA-36 is the ultimate solution for short-run, high-quality document finishing.
Key Features
🔷 Performs creasing, perforation, slitting, and edge trimming in one pass
🔷 Up to 10 programmable impact crease lines per sheet
🔷 Intuitive touchscreen with 200-job memory
🔷 Handles sheet sizes up to 14.33" x 34.05"
🔷 Optional rotary units for strip, edge trim, and rotary perforation
🔷 Suction-fed feeding system with ultrasonic double-feed detection
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Max Sheet Size | 14.33" x 34.05" (364 x 865 mm) |
| Min Sheet Size | 4.14" x 7.09" (105 x 180 mm) |
| Supported Sizes (inch version) | 12”x18”, 11”x17”, 8.5”x14”, 8.5”x11” |
| Sheet Weight Range (Normal) | 80 – 400 gsm |
| Sheet Weight w/ Perforation | 80 – 210 gsm (normal), 105 – 256 gsm (coated) |
| Laminated Sheet Thickness | 0.0079” to 0.0196” (0.2 – 0.5 mm) |
| Max Crease Lines Per Sheet | 10 lines |
| Production Speed | Up to 5,000 sheets/hour (A4, short-edge feed) |
| Feeder Stack Height | 5.90" (150 mm) |
| Feeding System | Air suction belt feed |
| Voltage | 100–240 V, single phase, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 3.0–7.2 A depending on voltage |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 95.6" x 27.6" x 41.1" (2,427 x 701 x 1,043 mm) |
| Weight | 502.2 lbs (machine), 44.1 lbs (accessories) |
Applications
📄 Creasing for menus, brochures, and covers
📚 Book cover preparation for perfect binding
📦 Coupon and ticket perforation
🛍 Greeting cards and promotional mailers
Available Options
📍 CRA-CP rotary perforation kit
📍 CRA-ST strip trim kit
📍 CRA-ET edge trim kit
📍 Extension table for sheets over 25.6" in length
📍 Additional impact creasing units (various widths)
Benefits
✅ Prevents cracking on digitally printed and laminated stock
✅ Saves time with one-pass finishing
✅ Intuitive touchscreen simplifies job setup
✅ Compact footprint for professional shops
✅ Easily integrates into Horizon pXnet JDF workflows
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