Machine Description
Horizon KTU-40: MOBILE KNIFE FOLDER.
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Compact knife folding unit for cross and parallel folds, designed for connection to folding machines. Especially suitable for miniature folds. Standard equipment includes one knife and a parallel fold plate, which can be used on the right or left side..
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Special Features.
- Very robust construction for professional continuous operation.
- Standard vertical stack delivery.
- Infinitely height-adjustable.
- Minimum fold length: 20 mm.
- Folding unit including delivery can be swiveled by 45°, enabling safe processing and delivery of long and narrow products (Horizon patent).
- Total and batch counter including kicker.
- Easily adjustable folding rollers with 30 mm diameter.
- Independent control, operable with various machines.
- Variable fold plate after the knife fold.
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Technical Specifications.
- Infeed format (cross fold): Min. W 90 mm x L 20 mm – Max. W 400 mm x L 220 mm.
- Infeed format (parallel fold): Min. W 40 mm x L 70 mm – Max. W 220 mm x L 200 mm.
- Finished format: Min. W 20 mm x L 22 mm – Max. W 200 mm x L 150 mm.
- Fold lengths (folding plate): 20 mm to 110 mm, manual adjustment.
- Material thickness: Max. 4 mm.
- Speed: 30 to 180 m/min, adjustable manually.
- Feed height: Variable between 640 to 880 mm.
- Noise emission: 70.1 dB Laeq.
- Heat emission: 1,490 kJ (360 kcal).
- Voltage/Frequency: Single-phase AC 230 V / 50 Hz.
- Power consumption: 580 W (50 Hz, 220 V).
- Machine dimensions: 1,140 (L) x 1,620 (W) x 1,180 (H) mm.
- Machine weight: 410 kg.
- Ambient conditions: Temperature 0 to 40 °C.
- Relative humidity: 20% to 75%...
The Horizon KTU-40 is a compact, mobile knife folding machine designed for professional cross and parallel folding applications. As a versatile folding unit, it seamlessly integrates with existing folding machines, making it ideal for producing miniature folds with precision and efficiency. Known for its robust construction, the KTU-40 ensures reliable continuous operation in demanding production environments. Key features include an infinitely height-adjustable feed, a patented 45° swivel delivery system for safe handling of long and narrow products, and a variable fold plate for enhanced flexibility. With independent control and compatibility across various machines, it is well-suited for commercial printing, packaging, and finishing operations where accuracy and durability are critical.
Key Technical Aspects:
Dimensions and Specifications : The Horizon KTU-40 features a compact footprint with machine dimensions of 1,140 mm (L) x 1,620 mm (W) x 1,180 mm (H) and a weight of 410 kg. It operates on single-phase AC 230 V / 50 Hz with a power consumption of 580 W. The feed height is variable between 640 to 880 mm, and the machine is designed for ambient temperatures of 0 to 40 °C with relative humidity ranging from 20% to 75%. Noise emission is measured at 70.1 dB Laeq, and heat emission is 1,490 kJ (360 kcal).
Paper Handling : The KTU-40 accommodates a wide range of paper sizes and thicknesses, with a maximum material thickness of 4 mm. For cross folds, the infeed format ranges from a minimum of 90 mm (W) x 20 mm (L) to a maximum of 400 mm (W) x 220 mm (L). For parallel folds, the infeed format spans from 40 mm (W) x 70 mm (L) to 220 mm (W) x 200 mm (L). The finished format ranges from 20 mm (W) x 22 mm (L) to 200 mm (W) x 150 mm (L). Fold lengths are manually adjustable between 20 mm and 110 mm, and the machine operates at speeds from 30 to 180 m/min. The unit includes a standard vertical stack delivery with total and batch counter, along with a kicker for organized output.
| Model | Horizon-KTU-40 |
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| Reference Number | 70245 |
| Manufacturer | Horizon |
| Year | 2012 |
| Machine Availability | Immediately |
| Machine Condition | In Stock |
| Price | On Request |
| Location | Im Seelein 8, 97332 Volkach, Germany |
Horizon - KTU-40

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