General availability of Heidelberg/Stitchmaster saddle stitchers, including ST300, ST350, ST370, ST400, ST450, ST500, and similar late-model systems. These machines are known for their automation, high-speed performance, and versatile pocket configurations for commercial booklet, catalog, direct-mail, and publication work.
Depending on model, Heidelberg stitchers can offer touch-screen controls, automated size presetting, selective binding, signature recognition (OptiGraf/ASIR), horizontal/vertical feeders, advanced CHU cover feeders, Hohner stitch heads, and integrated TR-series three-knife trimmers. Many lines also include Rima stackers, compensating stackers, belt deliveries, reject gates, and quality control modules.
Perfect for high-volume stitching environments requiring reliability, modern controls, and consistent output quality.
HEIDELBERG – SADDLE STITCHERS
Models Covered: ST300, ST350, ST370, ST400, ST450, ST500, Stitchmaster series
Application: Commercial saddle stitching for booklets, magazines, catalogs, mailers
SPEED RANGE (VARIES BY MODEL)
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ST300: ~8,000–10,000 cph
ST350: ~10,000–12,000 cph
ST370: ~10,000–12,000 cph
Stitchmaster ST400: ~11,000–12,000 cph
Stitchmaster ST450: ~12,000–13,000 cph
Stitchmaster ST500: ~13,000 cph (automation package standard)
FEEDERS / POCKETS
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Horizontal signature feeders: DHU 450 series
Vertical feeders: DVU 450 series
Cover feeders: CHU 450 or UFA units
Hand feeding stations
Typical lines: 4 to 10 pocket configurations
STITCHING SECTION
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Hohner stitching heads (HK45, HK55, HK75 series)
Heidelberg Stitchmaster stitching unit
Thickness control & caliper systems
Reject gate for incomplete products
TRIMMING
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Heidelberg TR150, TR450, or equivalent 3-knife trimmers
Options for center-knife devices (multi-cut formats)
Full automatic presets on later models
DELIVERY & STACKING
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Heidelberg CHA compensating stackers
Rima RS-series stackers (common on many installations)
Left-hand or right-hand delivery options
Belt delivery with counter/kicker
AUTOMATION / CONTROL
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Touch-screen control center
Automatic size presetting (ST400–ST500)
Signature recognition (OptiGraf/ASIR-type)
Job memory and quick changeover
Inkjet integration modules on equipped systems
APPLICATIONS
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Booklets, brochures
Magazines
Catalogs & retail pieces
Bound mailers & stitched publications
• Heidelberg ST300 / ST350 / ST370 / ST400 / ST450 / ST500 series
• Horizontal feeders (DHU 450 or similar)
• Vertical feeders (DVU 450 or similar)
• Hand-feed stations
• CHU 450 / UFA cover feeders
• Signature recognition (OptiGraf or equivalent)
• Inkjet or separation modules (on equipped lines)
• Hohner stitching heads (HK-series)
• Heidelberg Stitchmaster stitching units (2–4 heads depending on line)
• TR-series 3-knife trimmers (TR150, TR450, etc.)
• Reject gates & thickness control
• Belt delivery, CHA/compensating stackers, or Rima stackers
• Touch-screen machine control center
• Automatic size presetting (ST400, ST450, ST500)
• Pumps, vacuum systems, and automation packages
• Optional center-knife devices, additional feeders, or drum feeders
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