Basic Info.
Model NO.
DS-15-18 book trimmer and three knife trimmer
After-sales Service
on Internet (24 Hours) or on Site
Classification
Flat Knife Cutter
Computerized
Computerized
Model Name
DS-15 Fully Automatic Book Trimmer
Max. Cutting Size a*B(mm)
300*300(Standard)/ 390*300(Optional)
Min. Cutting Size a*B
140*90mm (a: Side Knife, B: Front Knife)
Max. Cutting Height
70 mm (H: Height)
Max. Cutting Speed
15 Times/Min
Book Pressing Type
Pneumatic (Servo for Optional)
Machine Size(L*W*H)
2250 *1500 *1700mm
Automatic/Semi-Automatic
Automatic
Application
Book Making Machine
Transport Package
Strong Export Wooden Box
Specification
2250 *1500 *1700mm(External size(L*W*H))
Origin
Zhejiang Province, China
Product Description
Product DescriptionDS-15 Fully Auto Three Knife Trimmer industrial paper cutter best book making machines Book Trimming Machine for digital printing companyChangxing Inmai Machinery Co., Ltd. Is a leading manufacturer of three-knife trimmers and back-loop glue-binding lines in China.
With over 15 years of dedicated experience in the design and manufacturing of three-knife trimmers and over 25 years of expertise in the printing and finishing industry, we have successfully manufactured and installed hundreds of machines across China and all over the world, earning a leading market share and outstanding customer satisfaction. Renowned for their precision cutting, reliable performance, and user-friendly operation, our book trimmers have become the go-to choice for printing and bookbinding professionals.
To support perfect binding lines, we offer a comprehensive range of high-efficiency auxiliary equipment, including: three knife trimmer, weight machines, book stacker, steering machine, conveyors, helping clients achieve greater automation and smoother workflows in book making Machine.
The 15 Series is optimized for digital printing users.
The 25 Series caters to those producing commercial samples, hardcover books, and premium notebooks.
The 35 Series is specifically engineered for high-volume production of textbooks and supplementary educational materials.
Our products hold a significant market share in China and consistently receive outstanding customer satisfaction.
Why Choose the DS-15?The
DS-15 Fully Automatic Three-Knife Trimmer is engineered to excel in today's
high-speed digital finishing,
short-run book production, and
on-demand publishing environments. Combining
tri-blade precision,
smart automation, and a
compact industrial design, the DS-15 guarantees a
clean, accurate cut-whether you're trimming perfect-bound photo books, instructional manuals, or high-volume catalogs.The
DS-15 Fully Automatic Three-Knife Trimmer is engineered to excel in today's
high-speed digital finishing,
short-run book production, and
on-demand publishing environments. Combining
tri-blade precision,
smart automation, and a
compact industrial design, the DS-15 guarantees a
clean, accurate cut-whether you're trimming perfect-bound photo books, instructional manuals, or high-volume catalogs.
Key Advantages1. FullServo Knife System for Unmatched Precision
All critical movements-front knife, side knives, book feed, and main drive-are driven by high-performance servo motors, delivering micronlevel trimming accuracy, repeatable edge quality, and instant response on every job.
Keywords: servodriven trimmer, precision trimming, digital finishing accuracy, automated knife alignment.
2. Intelligent Automation for Continuous Throughput
Featuring automated book positioning, pneumatic clamping, and rapid cycle times, the DS15 operates as a standalone servo trimmer or seamlessly integrates inline with your digital binding line. Minimal manual setup means maximized uptime for high-volume book trimming.
Keywords: inline finishing system, automated book finishing, highspeed standalone trimmer, continuous production workflow.
3. Rapid, ToolFree Format Changeovers
Switch between various book dimensions and thicknesses in seconds with our quickchange triblade carriage-ideal for shortrun, personalized, and variabledata printing applications.
Keywords: quick job setup, shortrun digital press, personalized book trimming, variable data finishing.
4. Durable, MaintenanceFriendly Construction
A streamlined mechanical framework and integrated three-knife platform simplify routine servicing, reducing downtime and maintenance costs for commercial print shops and publishing houses.
Keywords: low-maintenance trimmer, robust finishing machine, industrialgrade durability, commercial bindery equipment.
5. Robust Torque & Fluid Cutting Action
The synchronized dual-rod guide and gear-driven trim mechanism deliver balanced cutting force and high torque, ensuring smooth blade motion even on thick or tightly bound books.
Keywords: high-torque trimming, gear-driven cutting, smooth blade travel, tri-blade synchronization.
6. Precision Gearbox for Quiet, Long Life
A high-precision gearbox transmission reduces noise, stabilizes power delivery, and extends service intervals-perfect for noise-sensitive print environments running 24/7.
Keywords: quiet operation trimmer, long-lasting gearbox, continuous-duty machine, stable power transmission.
7. Space-Saving Foot print with Big Output
Optimized for tight production floors, the DS-15 delivers industrial-grade throughput without demanding excessive space-making it a top choice for facilities where footprint matters but productivity cannot be compromised.
Keywords: compact industrial trimmer, high-output finishing, space-efficient design, modern printing facility equipment.
Recommended For
Digital printers and copy shops
Shortrun and custom book production
Photo albums, brochures, catalogs, manuals
Publishing houses and commercial binders
Inline finishing of perfectbound softcover titles
Elevate your trim quality and throughput-make the DS15 your goto finishing solution for highprecision, efficient book production.
Smart, Simple, ReliableFrom precision cutting to fast changeovers, the DS-15 helps you boost productivity, reduce manual labor, and achieve professional-grade book finishing - all with a compact footprint and outstanding cost-performance ratio.The DS-15 is a compact yet powerful fully automatic three-knife trimmer engineered for precision trimming of perfect-bound books, catalogs, manuals, and other softcover printed materials. Purpose-built for modern post-press workflows, the DS-15 ensures high-speed, high-accuracy trimming on all three sides-top, bottom, and fore-edge-in a single automated cycle.
Equipped with advanced servo-driven knife control and a pneumatic clamping system, the machine delivers smooth, consistent, and clean cuts with minimal operator intervention. Its intelligent automation streamlines book finishing operations, making it ideal for digital printing, short-run production, on-demand publishing, and commercial bookbinding environments.
Whether used as a standalone trimmer or integrated into a fully automated finishing line, the DS-15 offers exceptional cutting precision, stable performance, and efficient throughput-all within a space-saving footprint.
Product Parameter Item number | Parameters | Unit | Remarks |
Max. cutting size A*B | 300*300 | mm | A: Side knife B: Front knife H: Height |
Min. cutting size A*B | 140*90 | mm |
Max. cutting height H | 70 | mm |
Max. cutting speed | 15times/min | Min | |
Overall power | 8 | Kw | |
Book pressing type | Pneumatic | | Servo for option |
External size(L*W*H) | 2250 *1500 *1700 | mm | Standard size |
Net weight | 3000 | Kg | |
2.0 Product Overview
The DS-15 Fully Automatic Three-Knife Trimmer is a high-efficiency cutting machine specifically designed for post-press finishing of perfect-bound books and similar printed materials. It automatically performs three-side trimming on books with rough edges. Operators simply place neatly aligned books into the feed inlet, and the machine automatically transfers them to the cutting station. The trimming process is completed in sequence-left, right, and fore-edge-after which the finished books are automatically delivered to the output section.
The DS-15 is equipped with a full set of advanced functional modules, including pneumatic book clamping, pneumatic pressing, servo-driven book feeding, servo-driven side knives, servo-driven front knife, an integrated knife table, and a main drive servo system. The machine delivers high cutting precision, fast setup and adjustment, and user-friendly operation, making it an indispensable and cost-effective solution in modern post-press processing environments.
2.1 Workflow Description
Power On: Connect the power supply and complete initialization. The machine enters standby mode.
Manual Book Loading: The operator places the pre-aligned books into the feeding inlet. The book feeding mechanism automatically pushes the book to the rear of the pusher carriage.
Book Clamping and Feeding: The book is clamped and pushed into the cutting station. At the same time, the pressing system activates to hold the book firmly in place.
Side Knife Cutting: The left and right side knives operate first, trimming both sides of the book.
Front Knife Cutting: The front knife then descends to trim the fore-edge of the book.
System Reset: The front knife and pressing system return to their original positions. The pusher mechanism releases the trimmed book.
Product Output: The trimmed book is pushed by the output mechanism onto the delivery conveyor and exits the machine, completing one full cutting cycle.
Cycle Reset: The pusher carriage resets to receive the next book, enabling continuous operation.
We can give you suggestion on whole line.Layout for DS-15:
https://inmai3knifetrimmer.en.made-in-china.com/product-list-1.html Packaging & Shipping1)Normal package is Strong Export Wooden box(or Three-plywood box) with stretch film.
2) Customized Packing
Our serviceYou can expect satisfactory customer service with long tradition. We are highly devoted to the most optimal solid and liquid separation solutions to meet your specific needs. We have the effective service system to ensure professional and flexible management of any affairs.
1.Pre-sales technical consultation
2.Model selection
3.Machine guidance
4.Operation & maintenance training
5.Maintenance service
6.Quick supply of spare parts
7.Customer satisfaction track FAQ
Q1: Are you a manufacturer ?
A1: Manufacturer, and we focus on the development and production of three-knife trimmer for more than 10 years
Q2:Can your machine be customized?
A2: Of course, OEM & ODM both are available.
Q3: How about your package?
A3: Our machines are well wrapped by plastic film to be water proof first. If by FCL(full container loading) we might use the plywood box.
Q4:How do you ship the finished products?
A4:By Sea. By railway.
Q5:What's the delivery time?
A5:Within 30-45 days after get the deposit. Depends on different machines.
Q6: What is your after sale service?
A6: Any questions will be responded within 24 hours by email, call or Whatsapp/Wechat. In addition, we have professional engineer available for overseas service... Q7: How about your quality control? A7: Our professional QC wil check the quality during the production and do 100% quality test before shipment.
Q8:Does it easy to operate and what can ido if it doesn't work?
A8: First, our machine is stable and easy to operate by one man. What you do is just learn some basic thing like loading the jumbo roll paper, start the machine and cutting the paper. And we will sent you manual and video.we suggest you to come to visit our factory to learn more thing by yourself , and if there is something goes wrong,you can call us video-chat email us. And we will give solutions within 36 hrs.
Q9:Guarantee?
A9: There is 1 year guarantee of each Inmai machinery brand Machines since customer got the machine. Within one year, the damaged spare parts(not including blades and cutting sticks) can be changed for free, and we provide life time technology support on line.
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https://inmai3knifetrimmer.en.made-in-china.com/product-list-1.html
Address:
No. 19-12-3 Zhonggang Avenue, Huaxi Street, Changxing County, Huzhou, Zhejiang, China
Business Type:
Manufacturer/Factory
Business Range:
Construction & Decoration, Industrial Equipment & Components, Instruments & Meters, Light Industry & Daily Use, Manufacturing & Processing Machinery, Office Supplies, Packaging & Printing, Tools & Hardware
Management System Certification:
ISO 9001, ISO 14001, HSE
Company Introduction:
Dear Boss:
Changxing Inmai Machinery Co., Ltd. Is a leading manufacturer of three-knife trimmers and back-loop glue-binding lines in China.
With over 15 years of dedicated experience in the design and manufacturing of three-knife trimmers and over 25 years of expertise in the printing and finishing industry, we have successfully installed hundreds of machines across China and all over the world, earning a leading market share and outstanding customer satisfaction. Renowned for their precision cutting, reliable performance, and user-friendly operation, our book trimmers have become the go-to choice for printing and bookbinding professionals.
To support perfect binding lines, we offer a comprehensive range of high-efficiency auxiliary equipment, including: Three knife trimmer, weight machines, book stacker, steering machine, conveyors, helping clients achieve greater automation and smoother workflows in book making Machine.
What sets us apart is our ability to provide customized layout and planning services based on each client′s unique production space. Our expert team ensures optimized line configurations that maximize space utilization and production efficiency - empowering our clients to boost output and stay competitive in a fast-paced market.
Our three-knife trimmers are available in three main series, each thoughtfully engineered to meet the evolving demands of various printing applications.
The 15 Series is optimized for digital printing users, The 25 Series caters to those producing commercial samples, hardcover books, and premium notebooks
The 35 Series is specifically engineered for high-volume production of textbooks and supplementary educational materials.
Our products hold a significant market share in China and consistently receive outstanding customer satisfaction.
Product Advantages:
High Precision Cutting: Our machines feature servo-controlled positioning systems and rigid knife assemblies to ensure razor-sharp accuracy on every cut.
Versatility: Adjustable settings and modular design allow easy adaptation to different book sizes and formats, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
Automation and Smart Control: Equipped with user-friendly touchscreens, intelligent diagnostics, and automation features that simplify operation and minimize human error.
Durability and Reliability: Built with high-grade components and strict quality control, our machines are made for long-term, heavy-duty performance.
Customization Available: We offer tailored solutions based on specific production needs, supporting OEM/ODM services.
Application Fields
Our three-knife trimmers are widely used in:
Commercial print shops
Digital printing and on-demand book production
Bookbinding and finishing centers
Educational publishing houses
Notebook and stationery manufacturers
Hardcover and softcover book production lines
With hundreds of units in operation and a strong market presence in China, our equipment is trusted by clients for its reliability, efficiency, and excellent post-sales service. We are committed to continuous innovation and helping our customers achieve smarter, faster, and more cost-effective finishing solutions.
With hundreds of units successfully operating across the market and a strong presence in China, our products continue to earn high praise for their precision, reliability, and performance.