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Horizon CABS 4000 Perfect Binding System

Horizon CABS 4000 Perfect Binding System

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Horizon CABS 4000 Perfect Binding System

9-Clamp Binding System

Horizon's CABS4000 is a high speed in-line binding system, using the SB-09 9-clamp perfect binder. The CABS4000 features system automation for major setups, space efficiency, and high productivity.

The commercial-duty Standard Horizon CABS 4000 is a 9-clamp binding system that employs a digital caliper, color touch screens, and advanced automation to achieve ultra-fast make-ready and changeovers. The system can be expanded from 6 to 36 gathering stations, and the HT-101 in-line three-knife trimmer trims up to 3.9”.

Quick set-up flexibility is now available in the range of 4,000 top-quality books per hour.

The CABS4000 system consists of MG-60H 6-hopper gatherer, the SB-09 9-clamp perfect binder, the HT-101 three-knife trimmer, and a wide range of options. The system is ideally suited for short to medium run lengths that require professional quality prefect bound books.

Horizon CABS 4000 Features

  • MG-60H - 6 Hopper Gatherer
  • HT-101 - Three-Knife Trimmer
  • SB-09 9-Clamp Binder
  • MG-60H
  • SB-09
  • HT-101
  • Hand Feed Section
  • Image Checking System
  • Clamp Adjusting Lever
  • Operator Console
  • Delivery Section
  • In-Feed Section
  • Opening Adjusting Knob
  • Milling
  • Gluing
  • Cover and Book Registration
  • Cover Feeder
  • Scorer Section
  • Pre-Melt Tank

Horizon CABS 4000 Specifications

SB-09 Major Specifications
Number of Clamps 9
Book Size Portrait 1 2
Max. 330 mm (12.99") 250 mm (9.84") In-Line
Min. 148 mm (5.83") 105 mm (4.14") In-Line
Type A6 to A4 When MG-60H is connected
Landscape 1 2
Max. 330 mm (12.99") 320 mm (12.59") Off-Line
Min. 135 mm (5.32") 185 mm (7.29")
Type B6 to A4 When MG-60H is connected
Book Thickness 1 to 45 mm (0.04" to 1.77")
Cover Size (Top-Bottom x Fore-Edge) Max. 400 x 660 mm (15.74" x 25.98")
Min. 135 x 220 mm (5.32" x 8.67")
Cover Weight Range 82 to 302 gsm Normal Paper, 105 to 348 gsm Coated Paper
Cover Pile Height Max. 130 mm (5.1")
Warm Up Time 70 min.
Tank Temperature 160 to 200 C
Milling Blade Maximum Depth 4 mm (0.15") (Depends on the sheet weight)
Production Speed Max. 4,000 Books/Hr.
Voltage / Frequency 3-Phase 200-230 V, 50 / 60 Hz
3-Phase 380-415 V, 50 Hz
Rated Current 3-Phase 200 V, 50 Hz, 23 A / 60 Hz, 25 A
3-Phase 220 V, 60 Hz, 23 A 3-Phase 400 V, 50 Hz, 12 A
Power Consumption 3-Phase 200 V, 50 Hz, 7.6 kW / 60 Hz, 8.5 kW
3-Phase 220 V, 60 Hz, 8.5 kW 3-Phase 400 V, 50 Hz, 7.6 kW
Heat Output 18,310 kJ (4,380 kcal)
Motors 3.7 kW x 1 / 2.2 kW x 2 / 1.5 kW x 2 / 40 W x 1 / 25 W x 1
Heaters 3.0 kW x 1 / 0.75 kW x 1 / 80 W x 1 / 45 W x 1
Machine Dimensions Stand Alone (with U-09, AC-08) :
4,520(W) x 2,425(D) x 1,660(H) mm (178.0" x 95.5" x 65.4")
System (with S-09) :
4,900(W) x 1,570(D) x 1,660(H) mm (193.0" x 61.9" x 65.4")
Machine Weight Stand Alone (with U-09) : 2,780 kg (6,130 lbs.) (without Delivery)
System (with S-09) : 2,860 kg (6,306 lbs.) (without Delivery)


MG-60H Major Specifications
Module Configuration MG-60Ha / MG-60Hb / MG-60Hb / MG-60Hc / MG-60Hb / MG-60Hb
Number of Hoppers 6 hoppers / 12 hoppers / 18 hoppers / 24 hoppers / 30 hoppers / 36 hoppers
Sheet Size Feed Direction 1 2 A5 to A4
(Optional attachment is capable of A6 size.)
Max. 330 mm (12.99") 250 mm (9.84")
Min. 182 mm (7.17") 128 mm (5.04")
Sheet Weight Range Normal Signature Sheet
4-Page to 32-Page Signatures
Sheet Feeding System Air suction bottom feed
Bin Pile Height Normal Paper Signature : Max. 300 mm (11.81")
Coated Paper Signature : Max. 150 mm (5.90")
Max. Transport Thickness Max. 50 mm (1.96")
Production Speed Max. 4,000 sets/hr. (When SB-09 is interlocked)
Error Detector / Indicator Misfeeds, Double Feeds, Jams (Linear Detection System)
Other Function Synchronized collation starting by hand feed
Voltage / Frequency 3-Phase AC 200 V, 50 / 60 Hz
3-Phase AC 220 V, 60 Hz
3-Phase AC 400 V, 50 Hz
Rated Current MG-60Ha : AC 200 V, 50 Hz, 8.5 A / AC 200V, 60 Hz, 8.8 A
MG-60Hc : AC 200 V, 50 Hz, 30.3 A / AC 200 V, 60 Hz, 35.7 A
Motors MG-60Ha : 1.5 kW x 2 / MG-60Hb : 1.5 kW x 1
Heat Output MG-60Ha : 3,460 kJ (830 kcal) / MG-60Hb : 2,110 kJ (500 kcal)


HT-101 Major Specifications
Untrimmed Book Size 1 2
Max. 410 mm (16.14") 320 mm (12.59")
Min. 148 mm (5.83") 105 mm (4.14")
Trimmed Book Size Max. 366 mm (14.40") 300 mm (11.81")
Min. 145 mm (5.71") 103 mm (4.06")
Trimming Width Fore-edge : 45 mm (1.77") (Maximum trim width for fore-edge is
23 mm / 0.90" when the finishing size is A4E.)
Top-Bottom : 30 mm (1.18")
Standard Size Trimmed by Standard Accessory A4 / A5 (+/- 3 mm)
Clamp Pressure Operated by Servo Motor
5 kN to 18 kN (Adjustable in 14 steps)
Production Speed 400 to 1,600 cycles/hr. (Adjustable in 7 steps)
Table Height 911 mm (35.9")
Voltage / Frequency 3-Phase 200-230 V, 50 / 60 Hz
3-Phase 380-415 V, 50 Hz
Rated Current 3-Phase 200 V, 50 / 60 Hz, 13.4 A
Heat Output 11,160 kJ (2,670 kcal)
Motors 3.7 kW x 1 / 2.2 kW x 1 / 2.0 kW x 1 / 0.75 kW x 2 / 40 W x 3
Machine Dimensions Main Body : 1,950(W) x 1,900(D) x 1,950(H) mm (76.8" x 74.9" x 76.8")
Power Box : 508(W) x 1,000(D) x 1,505(H) mm (20.0" x 39.4" x 59.3")
Machine Weight Main Body : 2,650 kg (5,843 lbs.)
Transformer : 43 kg (95 lbs.)
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