Modular signature gathering machine with optional side stitching. Expandable from 8 to 24 stations.

Salient Features :

• Sturdy design incorporating latest safety features.
• PLC controlled system; Operations through touch screen panel.
• Offline gathering - Base model of 8 stations with delivery unit, expandable up to 24 stations.
• Manual feed station – In case the number of signatures on a particular job is more than the number of gathering stations, the remaining gathered signatures can be fed into the manual feed station.
• Suction and gripper type of separation and pulling of signatures from the feed stations.
• Error detection protocols provided:
  • 1. Missing signature detection through optical sensors
  • 2. Multiple signature detection - Operator adjustable through electro-mechanical caliper
  • 3. Low pile level detection through proximity sensor
  • 4. Signatures misaligned either due to improper gathering or while transmission will also be detected
• Capable of handling wide range of paper stock
• Can handle signatures of number of pages in any combinations
• Vertical zigzag delivery
• Optional side stitching
• Optional Signature Recognition System

Technical Data

Signature dimensions
Maximum	370 mm x 300 mm
Minimum	100 mm x 140 mm
Maximum pile height	250 mm
Speed
Maximum mechanical speed	5000 cycles per hour
Maximum output with stitching	3500 books per hour
Stitching
Book thickness	3 mm to 18 mm
Distance between stitches	70 mm to 100 mm
Electrical
Power	7.5 HP
Electric supply	400-415 V, 3 Phase 50 Hz
Air supply requirement	14 cfm at 8 bar per module