Binding gatherers and collators are crucial in the print and publication industry, ensuring that printed sheets are meticulously organized with high precision and efficiency. These machines are indispensable across various sectors such as publishing houses, commercial printers, educational institutions, and marketing agencies.

Kitmondo serves as a trusted marketplace for procuring used industrial machinery, including binding gatherers and collators. With a price range of €7,000 to €25,000, Kitmondo caters to both burgeoning and well-established enterprises. The platform is dedicated to transparency and quality assurance, featuring equipment from esteemed manufacturers like Horizon, Duplo, and Bourg, thereby ensuring that buyers receive top-tier machinery tailored to their operational needs.

For those in the printing sector looking for a blend of affordability and efficiency, Kitmondo's curated assortment of gatherers and collators is the perfect destination. These machines are recognized for their capacity to significantly boost productivity, reduce wastage, and consistently deliver excellent results, making them a staple in extensive print operations.

Key parameters that define these machines include their feeding capacity, sheet size range, collating speed, number of stations, and integration capabilities. As a result, gatherers and collators have become essential tools for large-scale print jobs, valued for their ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure high-quality outcomes.

Theisen & Bonitz TB Sprint B320VP Collator with finisher

Year: 1923

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 350 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm/min

Theisen & Bonitz Collator with finisher

Year: 2000

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 350 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm/min

Horizon AC8000-S Booklet maker - collator

Year: 1990

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 318 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 470 mm/min

Duplo SYSTEM 5000 PRO Collator

Year: 2005

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 350 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 610 mm/min

HOHNER FOLDNAK COMPACT Collator

Year: 2017

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 105 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 450 mm/min

Essor 500 Gluing machine

Year: 1980

Gluing machine Make Essor Model 500 Year 1980´s Working size 500 mm Glue cold PVA glue Substrates for both sheets and board Details the displayed refurbished machine is an example, we can deliver up to 2 identical machines Available usually within 1 month after order

Duplo I-Saddle Collator

Year: 2016

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 350 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm/min

laconda b3 Collator

Year:

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 350 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm/min

Horizon VAC-100c Collator

Year: 2007

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm/min

Horizon VAC-60Ha Collator

Year: 2004

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 350 mm/min

Horizon VAC-100c Collator

Year: 2001

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 50 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 35 mm/min

Horizon Stitchliner 6000 Collator

Year: 2013

Year : 2013 Nbr Imps : 22 M. Details : Horizon Stitchliner 6000 Year 2013 22 M. Imp 2 x collating towers Vac 80 Sa and Sm ACF-30 S collating and folding unit SPF-30S stitching unit BandInfeed Section Conveyor Horizon IFU-30S BandAccumulate-Folder Horizon ACF-30S Trimmer Horizon HTS-30S Cover feeder 30S Belt delivery Horizon LC-200

Used Obscure-Maxima 50 * 80 Collator

Year: 2004

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 50 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 80 mm/min

Horizon SPF-30 + AFC-546 AKT + VAC 100A + ACF30 + ST40 + VAC 100M + VAC 100C Collator

Year: 2015

Saddle stitcher SPF-30 4 towers of 10 stations each Accumulator ACF-30

used Horizon MC-80a Collator

Year: 1996

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 470 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 470 mm/min

Muller Laconda B3 Collator

Year: 1988

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 350 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm/min

Bielomatik Bielomatik Р671 collator Collator

Year: 1978

Specifications. Working speed (web movement) - 100 – 120 m/min Jumbo unwinders - 3 pcs Unwinding standard - 9 pcs Web postings - 11 pcs Max. roll diameter (for Jumbo unwinders) - 50” (1270 mm) Max. roll diameter (for unwinding standard) - 26” (660 mm) Roll core diameter - 2 ¾” (70 mm) Blade width max - 20” (508 mm) …

Horizon VAC-100a VAC-100m ST-40 SPF-200A FC-200A Collator

Year: 2007

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 500 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 350 mm/min

Kolbus DA-232

Year: 2006

Sheet size: Printing/Collators 660 mm
Sheet size: Printing/Collators 380 mm/min

BIELOMATIK P631 Collator

Year: 1982

Working speed (web movement) - 100 – 120 m/min Jumbo unwinders - 8 pcs Unwinding standard - 8 pcs Web postings - 10 pcs Max. roll diameter (for Jumbo unwinders) - 50” (1270 mm) Max. roll diameter (for unwinding standard) - 26” (660 mm) Roll core diameter - 2 ¾” (70 mm) Blade width max - 20” (508 mm) Blade …


Binding Gatherers / Collators on Kitmondo: The Backbone of Organized Printing

In the dynamic and ever-evolving world of printing, professionals continuously seek machinery that optimizes their workflow and maximizes efficiency. Binding gatherers and collators stand out not merely as machines but as crucial assets in the printing journey.

Understanding Binding Gatherers and Collators

Binding gatherers and collators are specialized machinery designed for the printing industry, automatically gathering, sorting, and collating individual printed sheets into a predetermined sequence. Imagine organizing multiple copies of a 300-page manuscript by hand; it's daunting, time-consuming, and prone to human error. These machines ensure precise and swift organization of printed materials, whether for books, magazines, brochures, or other documents.

Main Advantages of Binding Gatherers / Collators

These machines offer significant advantages, including:

  1. Efficiency & Speed: They can quickly organize vast volumes of pages, significantly reducing the time needed compared to manual processes.
  2. Accuracy & Precision: These machines eliminate common human errors, ensuring every set of documents is correctly ordered.
  3. Consistency: They provide consistent output, regardless of the number of sets collated.
  4. Reduction in Labor Costs: Automation reduces the need for manual labor, translating into significant cost savings.
  5. Flexibility: Modern gatherers and collators handle various paper sizes and types, allowing businesses to cater to diverse projects.
  6. Enhanced Binding Process: Perfectly collated sheets facilitate a smoother binding process.
  7. Space-Saving: A single machine can replace multiple workstations, saving valuable floor space.
  8. Reduction in Wastage: Accurate collation reduces wastage of resources like paper and ink.
  9. Integration with Other Systems: Advanced machines integrate seamlessly with other printing and post-printing systems.
  10. Volume Handling: Ideal for large print runs, these machines handle vast volumes of printed material efficiently.

Navigating the Kitmondo Experience

Kitmondo stands as a trusted marketplace for sourcing used industrial machinery, including binding gatherers and collators. Choosing the right machine for your needs is crucial, and Kitmondo makes the process less intimidating by offering assurance, credibility, and a professional network.

With prices ranging from €7,000 to €25,000, Kitmondo caters to both burgeoning businesses and established enterprises. Every machine listed undergoes a thorough verification process, ensuring buyers can have the utmost confidence in their purchase. For sellers, Kitmondo provides a platform to reach a global network of professionals, ensuring their machines find the right buyers at the right prices.

Main Machine Parameters of Binding Gatherers / Collators

When evaluating binding gatherers and collators, key parameters to consider include:

  • Feeding Capacity: Number of sheets the machine can process at once.
  • Max & Min Sheet Size: Range of paper sizes the machine can handle.
  • Collating Speed: Speed at which the machine can collate sheets.
  • Number of Stations/Bins: Number of different sheets or signatures the machine can handle.
  • Feeding Mechanism: Method of feeding sheets into the machine.
  • Paper Thickness Range: Range of paper thickness the machine can handle.
  • Programmability & Control System: Digital control panels for programmable sequences.
  • Output Options: How collated sets are managed post-processing.
  • Error Detection: Systems to detect errors like missed or double sheets.
  • Integration Capabilities: Compatibility with other systems.
  • Footprint & Weight: Dimensions and weight of the machine.
  • Power Requirements: Voltage and power needs.
  • Operational Noise Level: Noise produced during operation.

Area of Use

Binding gatherers and collators find use in various sectors:

  • Publishing Houses: For mass print runs of books, magazines, and journals.
  • Commercial Printers: Handling diverse projects like brochures and reports.
  • Educational Institutions: Producing study materials and exam papers.
  • Legal & Financial Firms: Organizing lengthy documents.
  • Advertising & Marketing Agencies: Streamlining the production of promotional materials.
  • Government Institutions: Managing large-scale print tasks.
  • Packaging Industry: Ensuring printed inserts or manuals are correctly ordered.
  • Graphic Design Studios: Enhancing the finishing process of prototypes.
  • Direct Mail Services: Organizing bulk mailing content.
  • Document Reproduction & Photocopying Centers: Ensuring document sets are correctly ordered.
  • Workshops & Seminars: Producing organized agendas and materials.
  • Religious Institutions: Printing religious materials with accuracy.

Manufacturers of Binding Gatherers / Collators

Reputable manufacturers include:

  • Horizon: Japanese brand known for sophisticated collators.
  • Bourg: European brand renowned for efficient and reliable collating machines.
  • Duplo: Offers precision and build quality in their collators.
  • Kolbus: Popular in high-volume operations.
  • Morgana: Versatile collating machines.
  • Renz: Known for binding machines, with seamless integration.
  • Plockmatic: Offers efficient and reliable gatherers and collators.
  • MBO: German company known for folding and collating solutions.
  • Heidelberg: Extends to post-press equipment.
  • Watkins: Specialist in print finishing with precise collators.
  • Standard Finishing Systems: Durable collators from the US.
  • Riso: Known for unique printing solutions and suitable collators.

For any serious printing operation, binding gatherers and collators offer unmatched accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Whether you’re a printing house looking to streamline your production process or a business venturing into the world of printing, Kitmondo stands out as the go-to marketplace, offering not just machinery but peace of mind. Dive in and explore the vast world of opportunities awaiting you.