Product Description
The PF-40 combines high-volume suction feed capabilities with the intelligent automation that Horizon products are so well known for. The 1,000 sheet capacity top-fed system is the same suction feed system as is used on both the highly popular VAC Collators and PF-P330 Folder providing for reliable mark-free feeding from static laden digitally printed sheets as well as conventional prints. The PF-40's push-button control panel enables any user to set-up for the six most popular fold patterns of standard cutsheet sizes. The paper size range for the PF-40 is from 5" x 5" to 12.5" x 18.5" and thicknesses from 13 lb. bond to 60 lb. cover without requiring pre-scoring or creasing. Memory capacity allows for easy programming of ten unique fold patterns and/or non-standard sheet sizes to be recalled at any time. Additionally the built in registration guide table keeps sheets correctly registered at its highest operating speed of 390 sheets per minute. The rolling MT-40 base cabinet is included in the cost.
Product Details
- Quick and Easy Setup: Simply select sheet size and fold pattern and each section sets-up automatically. The folder is equipped with 2 buckles to meet a variety of folds. Fine-tune adjustment can be done at 0.1 mm for accurate folding.
- High Performance Suction Rotor Feeding: Uniquely designed suction rotor feeding is employed to meet high speed production up to 390 sheets per minute, wide range of paper stock can be fed with ease.
- Folding Patterns: Single Fold, Double Fold, Short Fold, Accordion Fold, Letter Fold, Gate Fold
- Simple Operation Panel: User friendly operator console for easy operation and setting. Programming such as pre-set counting and job memory can be set-up for efficient production.
- Job memory: Up to 10 jobs can be stored in memory for instant recall, this is especially useful for repeat and complicated jobs.
- Air volume adjustment: Air volume adjustment can be done to feed a wide range of paper stock from 52.3 gsm to 157 gsm.
- Speed adjustment: Selective speed mode is arranged for 5 steps such as high speed mode at 390 sheets per minute and quiet mode for an office environment.
- High Capacity Feeder: High capacity feed table (1,100 sheets of 64 gsm can be loaded) to minimize sheet loading during longer production runs.
- Accurate Sheet Registration: Registration guide ensures accurate sheet transportation and a high quality fold.
- High Capacity Delivery Conveyor: Folded sheets are neatly stacked on the delivery conveyor for easy job handling. Up to 1,000 sheets can be stacked for efficient production.
- Crisp Tight Fold Quality: Crisp tight fold quality is ensured with high grip rubber fold rollers. Roller gap can be adjusted with a simple dial to fold thinner to thicker sheets.
- Easy Maintenance: Sheet jam removal and roller cleaning is quick and easy with the unique maintenance feature.
Specifications
- Max Sheet Size: 320 (W) x 470 (L) mm (12.59" x 18.50")
- Min Sheet Size: 125 (W) x 128 (L) mm (4.93" x 5.04")
- Matrix Size: A3, A4, B4, B5 (11" x 17",8.5" x 14",8.5" x 11",5.5" x 8.5")
- Sheet Weight Range: Normal Paper 52.3 to 157 gsm
- Maximum Pile Height:
Max: 100 mm (3.93") (Ex. 1,100 sheets 64 gsm) - Fold Patterns:
Single Fold, Double Parallel Fold, Short Fold, Accordion-Fold, Letter Fold, Open Gate Fold - Production Speed: 270 sheets/min. (A3 single fold) - 390 sheets/min. (A4 single fold)
- Other Functions: Total Counter (Up to 9,999), Preset Counter (Up to 999), Preset Pause Counter
- Voltage / Frequency: Single Phase 115 V, 50 / 60 Hz
- Rated Current: 50 Hz : 9.8 A 60 Hz : 9.4 A
- Power Consumption: 930 W : 50 Hz, 900 W : 60 Hz
- Main Body Dimensions: 54.4" x 24.8" x 30.4"
- Pedestal With Wheel Dimensions: 38.8" x 22.9" x 20.9"
- Machine Weight: Main Body : 273.4 lb Pedestal with Wheel : 52.9 lb
- Options: MT-40 (Pedestal with Wheel)
- Warranty: 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty
Staff Review
Standard Horizon PF-40 Automated Paper Folder Review
Paper folders come in a wide range of sizes and abilities but near the top of the line sits suction feed models. One great example of this is the Standard Horizon PF-40 Automated Paper Folder. This machine is designed for high volume performance utilizing suction control and Horizon's well-known intuitive automation. Here is a closer look at the strengths and weaknesses of the Horizon PF-40.
Strengths:
- A push-button control panel easily sets up the automatically adjusting fold plates. A built-in registration guide table keeps sheets flowing through at maximum speed. The speed is also manually adjustable in five different modes, ranging from the fastest, high speed mode, to the slowest, quiet operation mode. The high speed is possible by the high performance suction roller system.
- An easily operated, user-friendly console also offers control over the integrated counter and job memory. Up to ten jobs can store in the computer's memory, especially handy for complicated or repeat jobs.
- Six standard folds are preset in the machine and include single, double parallel, short, open gate, letter, and accordion folds. Customizable folds are also available simply by selecting the exact size each fold will be. A fine tuning control offers exact folding down to 0.1mm. Two buckles are responsible for the wide fold variation available.
- The high performance suction feed system allows rapid speeds. The air volume can be adjusted to compensate for variations in paper stocks for complete accuracy.
- As many as 1100 sheets of 64gsm paper can enter the feed tray at once and fold as fast as 390 sheets per minute. Paper sizes can vary from as small as 125mm x 128mm up to 320mm x 470mm. Four standard sizes- A3, A4, B4, B5- are already programmed into the machine. Custom sizes simply require the touch of a button and the folder will self-adjust to handle them.
- Paper stocks can range from 52.3gsm to 157gsm. This spectrum can include glossy and coated stocks without scratching the delicate material or leaving smudges.
- Standard covers this product with a one year warranty backing.
Weaknesses:
- This machine weighs over 300 pounds and will be difficult to move. An optional pedestal with casters on the bottom is available and highly recommended if you foresee yourself needing to move this paper folder on a regular basis.
- One thing businesses often appreciate is a manual bypass for the feeding of multiple sheets for combined folding. This allows the quick creation of multi-page newsletters, mailers, and bulletins. Unfortunately, suction feed machines don't generally have this feature. For a high quality friction feed folder with this ability, we recommend the Formax FD38x.
Overall, the Standard Horizon PF-40 is perfect for high volume applications. Busy print shops, copy centers and other companies needing professional quality folding will appreciate the clean and crisp folds this machine rapidly creates. The convenience and efficiency seen on this folder would be highly beneficial to any office. We think the Standard PF-40 is an excellent choice for your next paper folder.