This MBO T 530-4 is a folding machine — sometimes referred to as a paper folder or sheet folder — designed to fold printed sheets, signatures, and similar flat substrates to precise, repeatable dimensions. MBO is a well-established German manufacturer with a long history of producing high-quality folding and finishing equipment for the commercial printing and bookbinding industries, and their machines are widely used in production environments where consistent folding accuracy and throughput are essential.
This 2006 machine is configured with four combination folding pockets, giving it the flexibility to perform a range of fold patterns — such as parallel, cross, and combination folds — within a single pass. The infeed width measures 53 cm, accommodating a broad range of sheet formats suited to typical commercial print production. A noise protection enclosure is fitted, helping to reduce ambient sound levels in the pressroom or bindery. A downstream slitter shaft is included, enabling the machine to slit folded products longitudinally as they exit the folding section — a useful feature for work such as folded brochures that require trimming after folding.
The machine is equipped with a ruler stop corresponding to the FW 2 specification, providing a defined mechanical stop position for accurate fold length registration. The infeed height is noted as a shortenable special design, making the unit compatible with integration into inline workflows alongside unwinding units and cross cutters — a practical consideration for operators looking to connect the folder into a broader finishing line. The machine is located in Germany and is offered in used condition.
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