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Horizon BQ-500 Perfect Binder with iCE LiNK automation system, featuring touch-screen control and enclosed binding area for high-efficiency book production.
Horizon BQ-500 Video Showcase
Horizon BQ-500 Perfect Binder Caliper
BQ-500 Touch Screen with iCE LiNK
Horizon BQ-500 Perfect Binder EVA Tank
Horizon BQ-500 Perfect Binder Cover Feeder
Horizon BQ-500 Perfect Binder Clamp
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Horizon BQ-500 Perfect Binder iCE LiNK

The BQ-500 supports EVA and PUR glue, with automated templates, variable thickness handling, and up to 1,350 cycles/hr, ideal for digital book production.

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Horizon iCE BQ-500 Perfect Binder

The Horizon iCE BQ-500 is a next-generation four-clamp perfect binder engineered for automated, high-quality book production at up to 1,350 cycles per hour. Supporting both EVA and PUR hotmelt, it brings template-driven automation to short-run digital and long-run offset workflows. The intuitive 12.1″ touchscreen and iCE LiNK connectivity enable book-of-one, variable-thickness, and continuous production.

4-Clamp
EVA / PUR
Up to 1,350 CPH
iCE LiNK
Automated QC
Sliding console operation

Automated hinge scoring & registration

Heavy-duty nipping system

Key Features

🔷1,350 cycles/hour (EVA) for maximum throughput; 1,000 cph in PUR.

🔷Dual glue system with modular EVA/PUR tanks for quick changeover.

🔷12.1″ touchscreen with template memory for rapid repeat setup.

🔷Automatic thickness setup adjusts milling, clamping, glue, and nipping automatically.

🔷Integrated quality control monitors every cycle for consistent output.

🔷Advanced cover feeding & hinge scoring handles coated or uncoated stocks with precision.

🔷Heavy-duty nipping ensures sharp, square spines even on PUR jobs.

🔷iCE LiNK integration for cloud workflow automation and status tracking.

Specifications

Specification Details
Binding Type Milling / Non-milling / Pad binding
Glue Types EVA and PUR (interchangeable tanks)
Clamp Quantity 4 clamps
Book Block Thickness 1 – 65 mm (0.04″ – 2.56″)
Book Block Size Max 320×320 mm / Min 145×105 mm
Cover Size Max 320×670 mm / Min 135×225 mm
Cover Weight Range 81.4 – 348.9 gsm (bond & coated)
Cycle Speed EVA 1,350/hr • PUR 1,000/hr • Variable up to 810/hr
Voltage / Frequency 200–400 V 3-phase 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W×D×H) 144.5″×92.2″×72.5″ (with conveyor)
Cover Feed Capacity 150 mm (5.9″) stack height

Applications

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Book-of-One & Short-Run — Automated setup for personalized jobs.
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Perfect Bound Books — Manuals, catalogs, novels, premium softcovers.
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In-Plant & Commercial — High output with low cost-per-book for on-demand workflows.
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Softcover Case Prep — Adds gauze and end sheets for case-ready blocks.

Available Options

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MU-500EVA / MU-500PUR Glue Tanks — Swap between standard and lay-flat binding.
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SL-500 Cover Slitter — Removes cover overhang for precision trimming.
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RU-500 Cover Diverter — Automatically rejects mismatched covers.
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SI-500A Thickness Caliper — Automates variable-thickness setup.
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LBF-500 / BBF-480 Feeders — Feed loose sheets, sewn or glued blocks inline.
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HT-300 / HT-1000V Trimmer — Integrates for automated three-side trimming.
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GF-500 Gauze & ESF-1000 End Sheet Feeders — For case-binding prep.
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iCE LiNK Integration — Cloud workflow control and maintenance tracking.

Benefits


Consistent professional binding for short and long runs.

Template-driven automation reduces setup time and operator dependency.

Cloud-connected workflow enables error-free recall and traceability.

Versatile configurations support softcover and case prep paths.

Modular scalability with feeders, trimmers, and add-ons.
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.