Printworks picks Horizon AFC 564AKT folder

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Printworks has chosen an Intelligent Finishing Systems (IFS) supplied Horizon AFC-564AKT folder to ensure its finishing remains fast and responsive.

The Wolverhampton general commercial printer works with local and national organisations including the NHS. Established in 1982, it runs Heidelberg MO litho presses and Konica Minolta bizbub digital presses.

Jim Monks, managing director, explains the investment: ‘We had a folder that was more than 30 years old and it needed some work doing. It was a great system, but it made sense to put the money we would have spent towards a new solution.

‘We looked at what was on the market, but the Horizon stood out for us. We have a Horizon SPF-200L bookletmaker so know the manufacturer and IFS.’

He continued, ‘The folder is obviously highly automated and easier to run. We liked the fast set up and how well it grips the paper. It is also easy to switch jobs which helps our operators and also means we can manage a lot more, short run work.’