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Horizon HT-30C Three-Side Trimmer for On-Demand Book Trimming

Horizon HT-30C Three-Side Trimmer for On-Demand Book Trimming

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Horizon HT-30C Product Description:

The Horizon HT-30C Three-Side Trimmer is designed for the dynamic demands of the short-run print-on-demand book market. This innovative trimmer boasts automated job setups and swift changeovers, catering to efficient production needs. Operating offline, it can trim perfect bound books at speeds of up to 200 cycles per hour. The color touch screen interface enables seamless automation of all setups. Precision stepper motors ensure precise positioning of guides and clamps for impeccable cutting quality.

Product Features:

  • Innovative Three-Side Trimmer: Trim three sides of a book with a single knife, aided by a pressure clamp for sequential top, fore-edge, and bottom trimming.
  • Robotic Trimming: Input book sizes on the touch screen for automated setups, transport, and trimming.
  • Highly Accurate Finishing: Servo motors ensure precise knife positioning and hydraulic pressure adjustment for markless trimming.
  • Nonstop Trimming: Continuously trim books of varying thicknesses with a maximum trim thickness of 51 mm (2.0").
  • Powerful Trimming: Hydraulic-controlled knife operation and book clamping for safe and robust trimming.
  • Safety Operation: Interlocked sections and safety covers prioritize operator safety during operation.
  • Easy Maintenance: Single-knife trimming system reduces replacement time, equipped with a tungsten-carbide tipped trim knife for longevity.

Additional Features:

  • Book Feeding
  • Book Transportation
  • Rotation
  • Rear Sliding Door for Easy Access
  • User-Friendly Operation
  • Accurate Trimming
  • High-Capacity Stacker

    Technical Specifications:

    Untrimmed Book Size Max. 320 x 235 mm (12.59" x 9.25")
    Min. 200 x 134 mm (7.88" x 5.28")
    Trimmed Book Size Max. 305 x 230 mm (12.00" x 9.05")
    Min. 200 x 134 mm (7.88" x 5.28")
    (148 x 134 mm / 5.83" x 5.28" at minimum by using the optional cutting module)
    Portrait book size is A4 / B5 / A5 / 8.5" x 11" / 7" x 8.5"
    (by using the optional cutting module for each portrait size)
    Trimming Width Max. 99.9 mm (3.93")
    Min. 2 mm (0.08")
    Trim Thickness Max. 51 mm (2.0")
    Book Pile Height Max. 300 mm (11.8")
    Clamp and Pressure Hydraulically Operated
    Automatic Settings : 4 kN / 5.5 kN / 8 kN, 3 Steps Selectable
    Manual Settings : 1.5 kN / 3 kN / 5 kN / 6.5 kN / 8 kN, 5 Steps Selectable
    Production Speed Max. 400 books/hr. (Book Thickness 25 mm, 2 piled books)
    Max. 500 books/hr. (Book Thickness 10 mm, 5 piled books)
    Voltage Frequency 3-Phase 200 / 220 / 400 V, 50 / 60 Hz
    Rated Current 3-Phase 200 V 50 Hz 4.3 A (Max. 9.6 A)
    60 Hz 3.8 A (Max. 9.8 A)
    3-Phase 220 V 50 Hz 3.9 A (Max. 8.7 A)
    60 Hz 3.5 A (Max. 8.8 A)
    3-Phase 400 V 50 Hz 2.2 A (Max. 4.8 A)
    60 Hz 1.9 A (Max. 4.9 A)
    Power Consumption 3-Phase 200 V 50/60 Hz 1.25 / 1.20 kW
    3-Phase 220 V 50/60 Hz 1.25 / 1.20 kW
    3-Phase 400 V 50/60 Hz 1.25 / 1.20 kW
    Heat Output 3,950 kJ (950 kcal)
    Motors 2.2 kW x 1 / 0.41 kW x 1 / 0.40 kW x 1 / 0.325 kW x 1 / 40 W x 2 / 15 W x 1
    Machine Dimensions 2,350(W) x 1,160(D) x 1,370(H) mm (92.6" x 45.7" x 54.0")
    Temperature and Humidity Temperature : +10 C to +30 C, Humidity : 30 % to 80 %RH
    Noise Level 70 dB
    *The machine design and specifications are subject to change without any notice.
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