- Quick changeovers: The clamping section, milling section, gluing section, nipping table, and cover scoring rollers are automatically set up based on the book block thickness measured on the built-in caliper, simplifying book-of-one changeovers. Other fine adjustments like air separation at the cover feeder, glue application volume and length, and milling depth can all be set automatically from the new 15” inch color touchscreen control panel, minimizing minimal touchpoints.
- Customizable templates: Setup can be automated even further with the BQ-300’s new template feature. Custom templates can be created on the control panel depending on desired book style, quality, paper type, and more and can be stored for use at any time. With custom templates, operators of any skill level can produce high-quality, consistent books.
- Inline configurations: The BQ-300 can be run inline with a trimmer, and it can even be configured as a fully automated system with a sheet feeder, an accumulator, and a robot arm feeding book blocks into the clamps of the perfect binder.
HIGH QUALITY
Enhanced automation and new features of the BQ-
300 allow even non-skilled operators to produce
high quality books. The new template feature helps
automate various binder adjustments so that anyone
can achieve efficient book-of-one production.
Templates are created beforehand depending on style
or substrate preferences and can be chosen at any
time depending on job requirements.
EASY OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
The newly designed 15” control panel (“Horizon XUI”)
and increased mechanical automation help improve
productivity by shortening setup time and eliminating
touchpoints. New pullout delivery stacker allows for
easier handling of bound books, while the front covers
provide easy access to the inside for maintenance and
cleaning.
HIGH PRODUCTIVITY
BQ-300 achieves up to 500 cycles per hour and
achieves job changeover times that are up to 50%
shorter than previous models. Additionally, enhanced
variable thickness automation allows the BQ-300 to
achieve efficient production even for short-run jobs.
SYSTEM EXTENSION CAPABILITIES
BQ-300 can be configured inline with a trimmer
or robotic arm. The system can be enhanced with
automated workflow from upstream to post-press
with iCE LiNK. iCE LiNK is Horizon's cloud-based
postpress management system that allows users to
monitor production and machine status in real time, or
automate their workflow by integrating finishing with
their MIS and prepress.
