Folding

Innovative and reliable solutions for optimal results

AFC-746F

Horizon’s flagship model redefines automation and performance standards for combination folding machines in the B1 format. Equipped with six pockets and two knife folding stations, it features automatic settings adjustments and is available with either a pallet or a rotary pile feeder. Users can select fold types and sizes via the touchscreen, prompting the machine to adjust automatically. Setup times are drastically reduced thanks to the knife shaft lift automation. Furthermore, with an energy consumption of only 5.3 kW, the AFC-746F stands as the efficiency leader in its class, embodying advanced technology and design to optimize folding operations.

Production volume

small to large editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 738 x 1,100 mm pallet feeder
max. 738 x 1,300 mm round pile feeder
min. 210 x 297 mm

Speed

max. 240 m/min
35,000 cycles/h in cross fracture

AFC-744/746AKT

The advanced automation level of these top-tier combination folding machines in the B1 format significantly simplifies operation and changeovers. Both models feature automatic settings and adjustments for pocket stops, deflectors, side lays, and infeed rules, including in the knife fold stations. The folding roller settings are automatically calculated and displayed on the monitor. Their technical configurations include either four or six pockets in the first folding unit and two knife fold stations, with options for a flat pile, pallet, or rotary pile feeder. These enhancements streamline the folding process, ensuring precision and efficiency in high-volume print environments.

Production volume

small to large editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 738 x 1,300 mm with round pile feeder
min. 210 x 297 mm

Speed

max. 230 m/min
25,000 cycles/h in cross fracture

iCE Folder AFV-566FKT/564FKT

The iCE Folder AFV-56K series takes combination folding to new heights of automation, enabling record-setting setup and changeover times. All adjustments and configurations are made via the touchscreen, eliminating the need for manual interventions. This positions the AFV-56K as the first combination folder where the folding types of both the buckle folding station and the knife folding station can be freely selected and combined, offering unparalleled flexibility and efficiency. This innovative approach to folding technology streamlines the process, enhancing productivity and operational ease in any print finishing environment.

Production volume

small to large editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 560 x 900 mm, min. 128 x 148 mm

Speed

max. 270 m/min, 40,000 cycles/h
30,000 cycles/h in cross fracture

iCE FOLDER AFV-566SF/564SF

Horizon’s latest flagship model revolutionizes the standards for B2 format buckle folding machines. With its integrated automatic settings, the setup and changeover for this compact 4-/6-pocket high-performance folder occur in record time: Simply select the fold type and size via the touchscreen, and the machine automatically adjusts. This capability significantly enhances flexibility, allowing for easy interruption of ongoing production to accommodate small, impromptu jobs and efficiently process short runs.

Moreover, the iCE Folder AFV-566SF/564SF achieves up to 50,000 cycles per hour, setting a benchmark in speed. Additionally, its operation is exceptionally quiet at just 80 dB, making it a standout choice for environments where noise reduction is valued alongside high performance and speed.

Production volume

small to large editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 560 x 900 mm, min. 128 x 148 mm

Speed

max. 270 m/min, max. 50,000 cycles/h

AF-408F

The AF-408F redefines automation standards, ensuring minimal setup times along with high productivity and quality: All necessary adjustments are executed automatically within seconds after selecting the fold type via the touchscreen. The inclusion of the Score Navigator allows even the scoring tools to be positioned automatically. Particularly suited for the flexible and fully automated production of small folds, such as package inserts, the 8-pocket folding machine AF-408F stands out for its capability to handle intricate folding tasks efficiently, making it a smart choice for precision-demanding applications.

Production volume

small to large editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 430 x 650 mm, min. 50 x 100 mm

Speed

max. 180 m/min

AF-406F

Touch&Work technology reaches new heights with the AF-406F’s innovative Score Navigator, which allows for the automatic positioning of scoring tools, drastically reducing setup times, especially for complex folds. With a roller diameter of just 30 mm, this buckle folding machine is perfectly suited for extremely small folds, such as those found in package inserts. Additionally, the flat pile feeder impresses with its ability to handle minimal sizes, starting at 50 x 100 mm, showcasing the AF-406F’s exceptional capabilities in processing a wide range of dimensions and ensuring high efficiency and precision in detailed folding tasks.

Production volume

small to large editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 430 x 650 mm, min. 50 x 100 mm

Speed

max. 180 m/min

AF-406S

With its roller diameter of merely 30 mm, this compact high-performance folding machine is perfectly tailored for very small folds, such as package inserts or pharmaceutical leaflets. It comes equipped with a 6-pocket folding unit featuring automatic settings and a flat pile feeder. For added versatility in right-angle or parallel folding, it can be modularly expanded with a second 6-pocket folding unit or an additional knife folding unit. Gear plates with integrated sliding clutches and a quiet belt drive ensure optimal results for every fold type and paper thickness. Optional camera systems and waterscoring make the AF-406S particularly suitable for small and thick products in the pharmaceutical industry, enhancing precision and compliance with industry standards.

Production volume

small to large editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 430 x 650 mm, min. 50 x 100 mm

CRF-362

The CRF-362 has been specifically designed to process materials that are challenging to fold with high quality without creasing, making it exceptionally well-suited for digital prints. As a combination machine, it integrates the typically separate processes of creasing, perforating, and folding. Equipped with two creasing bars, it can execute up to 10 creases per sheet, both positive and negative. The paper is fed through a flat pile feeder using suction and blow air, ensuring high production reliability and quality. An additional perforation function is available upon request, enhancing the CRF-362’s performance and making it a comprehensive solution for sophisticated finishing needs, particularly in environments where precision and versatility are paramount.

Production volume

small to medium editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 364 x 865 mm, min. 105 x 180 mm

Speed

max. 4,900 sheets/h

CRA-36

The Horizon creasing and perforating machine CRA-36 offers an ideal and straightforward solution for creasing and perforating a wide array of materials. Its flat pile feeder, equipped with suction belt and blow air, allows it to handle even smooth, challenging, coated, and laminated materials up to a size of 364 x 865 mm and a thickness of up to 450 g/m², delivering professional-quality results. This versatility ensures the CRA-36 can meet diverse material requirements and finishing standards, making it a valuable asset for any print operation looking to enhance its finishing capabilities with efficiency and precision.

Production volume

small to medium editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 364 x 865 mm, min. 105 x 180 mm

Speed

max. 5,000 sheets/h

PF-40L

This user-friendly folding machine is specifically designed to meet the needs of small print and digital print shops. It is perfectly suited for processing small runs of even smooth and challenging papers up to a size of 320 x 630 mm. Repeat jobs can be easily stored and retrieved at the touch of a button, streamlining the workflow for common tasks. Equipped with a flat pile feeder that incorporates suction and blow air plus an alignment section, the PF-40L consistently delivers professional folding precision. Its compact dimensions make it an ideal fit for small spaces, and thanks to its wheels, it can be quickly and easily relocated, offering flexibility and efficiency in any print environment.

Production volume

small to medium editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 320 x 630 mm, min. 125 x 128 mm

Speed

max. 390 sheets/min (for A4 format)

PF-P3300

A groundbreaking innovation in the realm of tabletop devices: a folding machine equipped with a flat pile feeder that separates paper using suction and blow air. This feature ensures reliable and precise paper feeding, enables mark-free folding, and achieves the highest production quality, all without the need for prior operator experience. After loading the paper and inputting the size and desired fold type, the machine automatically adjusts its settings. Six standard fold types are readily accessible, and ten additional memory slots are available for custom fold configurations. This pioneering design offers exceptional ease of use and adaptability, setting a new standard for convenience and efficiency in folding machine technology.

Production volume

small editions

PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

for offset and digital printing

FORMATS

max. 310 x 432 mm, min. 125 x 130 mm

Speed

max. 200 cycles/min

Options

PSX-56

This feeder system, designed to connect to folding machines and saddle stitchers, allows you to fully leverage the speed of high-performance machines, thereby increasing your production profitability. The PSX-56 compresses incoming products using three pairs of rollers under an extremely high pressure of up to twice 1,200 kg, stacking them without marks into convenient bundles. Waste is immediately identified and ejected by an electronic control system. Moreover, the PSX-56 standardly supports dual-stream operation, enhancing throughput and efficiency. This system not only optimizes production flow but also ensures high-quality, efficient output, making it an essential addition to any high-volume print finishing line.

PST-66 / PST-44L

This automatically height-adjustable stream delivery system can exert a pressing force of up to 1,200 kg (PST-66) or 400 kg (PST-44L), facilitating the production of exceptionally flat brochures, especially those with substantial content. The marking device allows for the precise separation of folded sheets either as a collective or by individually ejecting a single sheet. Versatile in its application, the PST-66 / PST-44L can be operated both offline and inline, providing flexibility to accommodate various production workflows and enhancing efficiency in handling and finishing printed materials. This adaptability makes it an invaluable asset in optimizing the finishing process, ensuring both high-quality output and process efficiency.

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