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Challenge CMT 130 TC near-line book trimmer with touchscreen interface, infeed conveyor, and outfeed stacker on a blue background.
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Challenge CMT 130 TC Book Trimmer

Challenge CMT 130TC Book Trimmer is the ultimate book trimming solution necessary for today's competitive markets. This trimmer is automated.

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TypeThree-Side Trimmer
Cut width12.9" x 12.9" (Book Trim Size)
OperationHydraulic
Power208-230V Three-Phase

Details & specifications

CMT 130TC — Single-Knife Book Trimmer

USA-built hydraulic book trimmer with 10.5″ TC touchscreen, auto size change in under 10 seconds, barcode-driven job changeover, and modular in-line/near-line/off-line configurations.

Key Features

  • Hydraulic clamping & cutting — trims books up to 2″ (51 mm) thick
  • 10.5″ TC color touchscreen with live system graphic & barcode-size automation
  • Auto size change < 10 seconds, no tools; stores 99 jobs
  • Stepper-motor positioning, UHMW gibs, composite bushings — low maintenance
  • Throughput: up to 200 bph (single-book) or 500 bph (multi-book mode)
  • Modular: hand-feed, near-line with stacker, or in-line with binder via conveyor & cooling tower
  • Made in Michigan, USA • Covered by US Patents 5,694,823 and 6,799,497

Feeding & Delivery

  • High-capacity in-feed holds up to 35.5″ / 90 cm of books; auto feeds into trimmer
  • Vertical stacker delivery holds up to 24″ / 61 cm of finished books
  • Hand-feed configuration available for cost-effective finishing
  • Near-line with perfect binder (feed/collect) or in-line via in-feed conveyor + cooling tower

Specifications — Performance

Starting Book Size (max) 13″ × 9.5″ (330 × 241 mm)
Starting Book Size (min) 5.82″ × 4″ (148 × 102 mm)
Max Book Thickness 2″ (51 mm)
Minimum Trim (all sides) 0.100″ (2.5 mm)
Maximum Face Trim 5.5″ (140 mm)
Throughput — Single / Multi Up to 200 / 500 books per hour
Job Memory 99 book jobs

Specifications — Dimensions

Overall Height 62″ / 157 cm
Overall Width (base) 52″ / 132 cm
Overall Length (base) 57″ / 145 cm
Net / Shipping Weight 1,500 lb / 1,800 lb (680 / 816 kg)

Specifications — Electrical

Option 1 60 Hz, AC, 3-Phase, 208/230 V, 20 A (service size 30 A)
Option 2 50 Hz, AC, 3-Phase, 380/415 V, 16.5 A (service size 20 A)
Option 3 50 Hz, AC, 3-Phase, 200–208 V, 20 A (service size 30 A)

Compressed Air Requirements

Air Requirement 90 PSI (620 kPa) / 6 BAR, regulated, dry, non-lubricated
Minimum Flow 5 CFM @ 90 PSI (141 LPM @ 620 kPa)
Air Quality ISO 8573-1 Class 2.4.2 (≤1 μm solids, PDP < 38°F @ 100 psig, oil < 0.08 ppm)
Warranty Note Use of non-compliant air may cause damage and void the warranty.

Applications

Perfect-bound book trimming for digital/offset workflows; near-line finishing cells; in-line systems with modern binders; short-run, variable-size book production.

Benefits

  • Rapid, barcode-driven changeovers reduce downtime between titles
  • Consistent cut quality on thick books with hydraulic clamp/cut
  • Low-maintenance mechanics for dependable, long service life
  • Flexible deployment: hand-feed, near-line, or in-line as your volume grows

Specifications subject to change. Always follow manufacturer safety instructions and local electrical codes.

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Every machine, fully supported

We deliver it, install it, train your team and keep it running.

This is not a drop-ship. Our factory-trained technicians install on site, train your operators, and back it with same-day and next-day service across Michigan and the Great Lakes.

Install & train

On-site setup and operator training included.

Same / next-day service

Fast response across the Great Lakes.

Precision machining

Replacement parts fabricated in-house.

Financing

Lease and purchase options available.

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