Horizon AFC-566AKT
The AFC-56 series offers sophisticated automation and user-friendly features, making it a top-of-the-line choice for high-quality folding in a compact space.
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The Horizon AFC-566AKT is a high-performance, fully automated knife-folding machine designed for precision, efficiency, and user-friendly operation. With automated adjustments, advanced rotary suction feeding, and high-speed folding, the AFC-566AKT is an ideal solution for print shops, manufacturers, and businesses needing professional folding capabilities.
Key Features
🔹 Advanced Automation – Fully automated touchscreen control allows setup of 17 fold patterns in seconds
🔹 Easy Setup – Automated adjustments with 200 job memory recall for quick production
🔹 High-Quality Folding – Steel and polyurethane rollers ensure sharp, consistent folding across various paper stocks
🔹 Flexible Configuration – Optional extension table enables handling sheets up to 43.3” long
🔹 Efficient Feeding System – Rotary suction feed system with side-blowing assist air provides fast, consistent feeding
🔹 High-Speed Operation – Suction head performs 42,000 cycles per hour, while the knife fold system achieves 21,000 cycles per hour
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Machine Structure | 6KTT (6 Buckles + Fold Knife + 2 Buckles Below Knife) |
| Sheet Size (Max) | 21.97” x 33.46” (43.3” with optional extension table) |
| Sheet Size (Min) | 5.04” x 5.83” (Register guide min. width 3.0”) |
| Paper Weight Range | 35 to 220 gsm |
| Belt Speed | 30 to 230 m/min (99 to 754 ft/min) |
| Knife Fold Speed | 180 m/min (590 ft/min) |
| Production Speed | 42,000 cycles per hour (suction), 21,000 cycles per hour (knife) |
| Buckle Fold Length | 1.2” to 17.7” (Buckle 1-3, 5), 1.2” to 14.1” (Buckle 4, 6) |
| Vacuum Pump | 40 mÂł/hr |
| Power Requirements | 230V / Y400V, 50/60Hz, 1.8/2.2 kW |
| Machine Dimensions | Main Body: 120.7” x 41.4” x 62.2” |
Applications
📄 Print Shops – Perfect for high-speed folding of brochures, booklets, and marketing materials
📦 Manufacturers – Precision folding for packaging inserts and product manuals
🏢 Corporate & Office – Efficiently fold large volumes of documents and reports
Software Features
✔ Automated Job Memory – Store and recall up to 200 jobs for rapid setup
✔ Touchscreen Interface – Graphical setup for quick adjustments and minimal training
✔ Custom Fold Configurations – Set up 17 fold patterns with just a few taps
The Horizon AFC-566AKT is a highly automated, high-speed folding system that boosts productivity, ensures precision folds, and simplifies operation with a user-friendly touchscreen. Perfect for businesses looking to increase efficiency in print finishing.
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