Perfect All in One Saddle Stitching and Trimming Line for Digital Print Finishing

Digital printing thrives on short runs, fast turnarounds, and customization. But finishing these jobs efficiently is a challenge. Offline stitching, folding, and trimming create bottlenecks, increase labor, and raise defect risk. The HX480P Covering Stitching Trimming Machine solves this by consolidating every finishing step into one synchronized, inline system.

HX480P Covering Stitching Trimming Machine

The HX480P handles paper widths from 145–340 mm and lengths from 200–480 mm, producing finished sizes from 145×100 mm up to 340×240 mm. Binding thickness ranges from 0.2–2.5 mm, covering everything from slim brochures to thicker reports. Folding thickness mirrors this range, ensuring consistent performance across diverse booklet types.

At its core, the HX480P is built on a heavy‑duty steel frame for stability at high speeds. Servo‑driven synchronized feeding ensures precise registration, while smart automated adjustments handle stitching head positions and cutting sizes. This eliminates manual guesswork and reduces setup time between jobs.

The workflow is seamless. Cover feeding aligns the cover with the book block, followed by saddle stitching. A dedicated flat press ensures tight, even binding before folding. Then, high‑precision front and double‑sided trimming mechanisms cut all three sides in one pass, delivering a square, professional booklet.

Speed is a major advantage. The machine runs at up to 4000 cycles/hour without covers and 2800 cycles/hour with covers. Front cutting operates at up to 3500 times/hour, while double‑sided cutting matches the main line speed at 2800 times/hour. This throughput keeps pace with even the fastest digital presses.

Trimming precision is exceptional. Front cutting handles lengths from 95–238 mm and widths up to 340 mm, with a thickness capacity of 5 mm. Double‑sided cutting manages lengths from 98–238 mm and widths from 140–335 mm, also up to 5 mm thick. This ensures clean, burr‑free edges on every booklet.

Compact and efficient, the HX480P measures 4700×950×1000 mm and weighs 873 kg in total (345 kg for stitcher/folder/delivery, 170 kg for front cutter, 358 kg for double‑sided cutter). Its small footprint fits easily into digital finishing areas without major layout changes.

For digital printers upgrading in 2026, the HX480P offers the ultimate in finishing efficiency. It reduces labor, shortens lead times, and delivers consistently high‑quality booklets that satisfy even the most demanding clients.