Used Harris / Sheridan 855 & 870 Saddle Stitchers – Full-Format Stitching Systems
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General availability of Harris and Sheridan full-format saddle stitchers, including Models 855, 870, SP855, and similar systems used for high-volume booklet, catalog, publication, and mailstream production. These machines are known for their durability, large-format capability, and compatibility with a wide range of feeders, trimmers, stackers, and mail preparation equipment.
Systems may include multi-station gatherers, cover feeders, 3-knife trimmers, mail tables, inkjet bases, stackers, shrink wrappers, and additional addressing or finishing modules. Harris / Sheridan stitchers are widely used in commercial print, publication, direct mail, and bindery environments where robust performance and long-run stability are essential.
HARRIS / SHERIDAN – USED SADDLE STITCHING SYSTEMS
Models: 855, 870, SP855, SS15, SS20 and similar full-format stitchers
Application: High-volume booklets, magazines, catalogs, tabloid formats
GENERAL FEATURES
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Format Capability: Full-format / tabloid
Pin Centers: Typically 15” with movable pin positions
Gathering:
- 6 to 20 station gatherers
- Insert pockets (1551/1555 style depending on supplier)
- Card feeders, blow-in feeders on some lines
Stitching:
- Harris 855 stitcher
- Sheridan SS15 / SS20 stitcher units
- Heavy-duty shaft-driven stitching sections
Trimming:
- Harris / Sheridan 3-knife trimmers
- HT-series (HT15, HT20) trimmers
- Optional SS15 right-angle trimmer
Mail / Addressing:
- Primhall mail tables or equivalent
- Inkjet bases (Kirk Rudy 190, etc.)
- Plow fold/inkjet modules on selected lines
Stacking:
- Rima RS10S, RS12S, RS1013S stackers
- Bundle stackers or discharge conveyors
Wrapping / Finishing:
- Arpac shrink bundlers (55GI, etc.)
- Poly tunnels, cooling fans, vacuum systems
Electrical & Air:
- Typical: 230V–460V, 3PH depending on model
- Vacuum pumps & blowers for feeders and mail tables
Production Uses:
- Magazines
- Catalogs
- Retail inserts
- Tabloid-size stitched products
- High-volume mailing applications
NOTES:
Exact configuration varies by line—inspect for feeder count, trimmer types, stacker model, inkjet modules, and wrapper system.
• Full-format saddle stitching platform: 855, 870, SP855 series
• 6–20 pocket gatherers (insert pockets, inserting pockets, etc.)
• Cover feeders for flat covers, cards, or wraparound applications
• Harris / Sheridan stitcher units (SS15, SS20, 855, 870, etc.)
• HT or SS-series 3-knife trimmers
• Right-angle trimmers or discharge units (SS15, SS20 variants)
• Mail tables for downstream inkjet addressing
• Kirk Rudy or similar inkjet/transport bases (10–12 ft)
• Dot wacker / blow-in feeder / onserting options
• 15" pin centers with movable pin settings for full-format and tabloid work
• Rima stackers (RS10S, RS12S, RS1013S, etc.)
• Shrink wrapper lines such as Arpac 55GI with tunnels & cooling fans
• Vacuum systems, pumps, conveyors, and discharge components
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