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Horizon T-564A / T-566A
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Horizon T-564A / T-566A

Expand folding flexibility with the Horizon T-564A / T-566A free-standing buckle unit, enabling complex fold patterns, signatures, and high-accuracy production.

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Horizon T-564A / T-566A Additional Free-Standing Buckle Unit

The Horizon T-564A / T-566A Buckle Unit expands folding flexibility by adding a dedicated, free-standing buckle station to compatible Horizon folding systems. Designed for complex fold patterns and high-accuracy production, this unit enables advanced signatures, map folds, and face-up or face-down configurations while maintaining precise sheet control at production speeds.

Key Features

  • Additional free-standing buckle station for expanded folding configurations
  • Available in 4-buckle (T-564A) or 6-buckle (T-566A) configurations
  • Automatic buckle plate positioning based on sheet size and fold pattern
  • Stand-alone color touch panel for fast, intuitive setup
  • Specially coated buckle plates reduce friction and static for consistent fold accuracy
  • Transport conveyor configurable for straight or right-angle output
  • Wide selection of optional slit and perforation blades

Common Applications

  • Map folds and multi-panel folding
  • Face-up and face-down 16-page signature folding
  • Complex cross-fold and parallel fold combinations
  • High-volume commercial print finishing
  • Inline folding system expansion

Production Benefits

  • Maximizes folding variations without replacing existing equipment
  • Improves workflow efficiency for complex folding jobs
  • Maintains consistent fold quality at high speeds
  • Reduces setup time with automated buckle positioning
  • Scales easily with existing Horizon folding systems

Specifications

Configurations T-564A (4 Buckles), T-566A (6 Buckles)
Maximum Sheet Size 558 × 558 mm (21.96″ × 21.96″)
Minimum Sheet Size 50 × 128 mm (1.97″ × 5.04″)
Paper Weight Uncoated: 35–209 gsm, Coated: 50–232 gsm
Belt Speed 30–240 m/min (99–787 ft/min)
Power Requirements Single Phase 200–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Infeed Height Options Low, Medium, High (factory-configured)

System Compatibility

The T-564A / T-566A is designed to integrate with a wide range of Horizon folding systems and upstream devices. Infeed height and configuration must be specified at time of order to ensure proper system alignment. Custom height modules are factory options and cannot be retrofitted in the field.

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