Mid-State Litho, Inc
Horizon iCE Binder BQ-300
Horizon iCE Binder BQ-300
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- Call: 1-800-343-4231
- Email: sales@midstatelitho.com
- Text: (810) 238-7370
Automated Perfect Binder
The BQ-300 is a next-generation compact perfect binder engineered for efficient, high-quality book production—even for book-of-one jobs. With cycle speeds up to 500 books per hour, Horizon’s BQ-300 offers unmatched ease of use via a 15” touchscreen, automatic job setup, variable thickness detection, and customizable templates. Designed for digital workflows, the BQ-300 supports EVA hot melt gluing and is compatible with inline trimming and robotic automation for scalable performance.
Key Features
🔷 Binds up to 2" thick (51 mm) books at up to 500 cycles/hour
🔷 Automated job setup with variable book thickness detection
🔷 Horizon XUI 15" touchscreen interface with 999-job memory
🔷 Rotary suction cover feeder and precision scoring
🔷 Integrated nipping, dual gluing rollers, and side gluing
🔷 Configurable with inline trimmers, robotic arms, and iCE LiNK
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Book Block Size (Max) | 12.59" x 12.59" (320 x 320 mm) |
| Book Block Size (Min) | 5.32" x 4.14" (135 x 105 mm) |
| Book Thickness Range | 1 to 51 mm (0.04" to 2.00") |
| Cover Size (Max) | 12.59" x 25.98" (320 x 660 mm) |
| Cover Size (Min) | 5.32" x 8.86" (135 x 225 mm) |
| Cover Weight Range | 81.4 – 302.4 gsm (normal), 104.7 – 348.9 gsm (coated) |
| Max Production Speed | 500 cycles/hour |
| Glue Type | EVA hot melt (120–190°C) |
| Milling Depth | Up to 4 mm (adjustable in 0.5 mm steps) |
| Power | 3-phase, 200–400 V, 50/60 Hz (transformer may be required) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 91.8" x 35.8" x 60.2" (2,330 x 910 x 1,530 mm) |
| Weight | 2,138 lbs (970 kg) |
Applications
📄 On-demand perfect binding for digital short runs
📚 Softcover books, manuals, catalogs
📦 Print-on-demand workflows and book-of-one jobs
🛍 High-end photo books and thick premium publications
Available Options
📍 DV-270 delivery conveyor or slope conveyors for inline trim
📍 VS-280 fume extractor
📍 Jogging unit for robotic automation (RFS-BQ300)
📍 Barcode matching (BC-BQ300-1D/2D)
📍 Flap cover scoring kit, glue premelters, and trim bag box
Benefits
✅ Perfect for short runs and variable data production
✅ High-quality spine and hinge finish with automated scoring
✅ Minimal operator skill required thanks to smart templates
✅ Scalable with robotic arms, barcode systems, and inline trimmers
✅ Eco-conscious operation with dust containment and fume extraction
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