Kylin Machines · Model KY-380
Automatic Hard Cover
Making Machine
Industrial-grade case maker engineered for precision bookbinding and luxury packaging. Servo-driven accuracy of ±0.05mm, PLC intelligence, and a 3-year warranty—purpose-built for continuous production.
From Manual Bottlenecks to Automated Precision
Every production challenge the KY-380 was engineered to eliminate.
✘ The Challenge
Manual production is slow, inconsistent, and prone to costly registration and corner-folding errors that inflate reject rates across every shift.
✓ The KY-380 Solution
KY-380 automates every station with PLC logic and servo axes, delivering perfectly wrapped cases at speed—every single production cycle.
✘ The Challenge
Format changes on traditional machines take hours, making short-run and mixed-format jobs economically unviable for commercial operations.
✓ The KY-380 Solution
Rapid-changeover guide rails and digital HMI recipe storage cut format switch time to under 5 minutes, unlocking profitable short-run production.
✘ The Challenge
Low-cost machines rely on commodity components that wear rapidly, generating unplanned downtime and escalating maintenance expenditure.
✓ The KY-380 Solution
Built with Schneider electrics, Omron sensors, and SMC pneumatics on a rigid stress-relieved steel chassis—engineered for 24/7 industrial operation.
Industrial-Grade Engineering, Built to Last
Six technology pillars that set the KY-380 apart from commodity alternatives.
PLC Intelligence
High-performance Omron PLC delivers stable, deterministic control logic across all production variables—feeding, gluing, wrapping, and pressing.
HMI Touch Screen
Full-colour industrial HMI provides real-time diagnostics, parameter storage for 100+ job recipes, and operator-guided fault recovery workflows.
Servo-Driven Accuracy
Independent servo axes on each critical station deliver ±0.05mm repeatability, ensuring corner register consistency from run length 10 to 100,000+.
Global-Brand Components
Schneider electrics, Omron sensors, and SMC pneumatics are stocked in most countries, dramatically reducing downtime during any component replacement.
Rigid Steel Chassis
Precision-machined, stress-relieved steel frame absorbs machine vibration and maintains geometric accuracy over years of continuous operation.
Rapid Tooling & Changeover
Modular guide rails and quick-release vacuum manifolds allow full format changes in under 5 minutes, making mixed-format production profitable.
Full Machine Specifications
Verified parameters for your engineering and procurement review.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | KY-380 |
| Max Case Size | 690 × 380 mm |
| Min Case Size | 100 × 80 mm |
| Gluing Width | 450 mm |
| Board Thickness | Up to 4 mm |
| Power Supply | 220 V / 50–60 Hz |
| Total Power | 2.5 kW |
| Air Pressure | 0.5 MPa |
| Net Weight | 220 kg |
| Machine Dimensions | 2,200 × 900 × 1,350 mm |
| Control System | PLC + HMI Touch Screen |
| Mechanical Accuracy | ±0.05 mm |
| Certification | CE |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
Production Readiness Checklist
- ✓Versatile substrate handling: Paper, cloth, textured laminates, synthetics
- ✓High repeatability feeding: Vacuum suction with ±0.1mm registration
- ✓Servo-controlled wrapping: All four sides + corner tucking in one pass
- ✓Compact workshop footprint: Fits standard production cell layouts
- ✓Digital recipe management: 100+ saved job profiles on HMI
- ✓Global service network: Schneider, Omron & SMC parts worldwide
See the KY-380 in Full Production
Watch precision case making at speed—feeding, gluing, wrapping, and pressing in one continuous cycle.
Four Steps to a Perfect Hard Cover
An integrated, continuous workflow from raw board to finished case.
Board Feeding
High-precision suction cups lift and register the grey board with ±0.1mm positional repeatability before transfer to the gluing station.
Glue Application
A servo-metered glue roller applies an even, controllable film across the cover material, eliminating bubbles and dry spots on every sheet.
Wrapping & Folding
Four-sided automatic folding with corner-tucking brushes produces crisp, square corners that meet the most demanding bookbinding specifications.
Pressing & Output
Pneumatic pressing platens apply uniform dwell pressure for final adhesion before the finished case is conveyed to the output stacker.
One Machine. Unlimited Formats.
From commercial print runs to bespoke luxury goods—the KY-380 adapts to your entire product portfolio.
KY-380 vs the Alternatives
Objective comparison across the metrics that matter most to industrial procurement teams.
| Parameter | Manual Method | Semi-Auto Machine | KY-380 (Automatic) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Output Capacity | 50–100 / hr | 200–400 / hr | 600+ / hr |
| Positional Accuracy | ±1.0 mm | ±0.5 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Consistency | Poor — human error | Variable | Excellent — PLC logic |
| Format Changeover | >60 min | 20–30 min | <5 min |
| Labour Requirement | 3–4 operators | 2 operators | 1 operator |
| Component Life | Short | Medium | Long — industrial grade |
| Warranty | None | 1 Year | 3 Years |
Trusted by Production Managers Worldwide
Verified reviews from bookbinding and packaging facilities across three continents.
“The KY-380 has transformed our production line. The reliability of the Schneider and Omron parts is evident in its 24/7 performance. Our reject rate dropped below 0.2%.”Boris BoguslavskiyCEO, Taropack
“The machine is working now fine, beautiful… The corners are very tight and the HMI makes it easy for my staff to operate with minimal training time.”Nadine KodsyCEO, Bassil Bookbinding
“Outstanding accuracy for our luxury photo album covers. The ±0.05mm precision is exactly what we needed to satisfy our European clients’ quality standards.”Armin AkbarzadehCEO, X-PRESS
Common Questions from Procurement Teams
Detailed answers to the specification and logistics questions we receive most frequently.
The KY-380 handles a maximum case size of 690×380mm and a minimum of 100×80mm, covering the full range of hardcover books, wall calendars, and oversized menu formats used in the hospitality sector.
The machine supports both hot-melt (jelly glue) and cold PVA glue application systems. The glue roller gap is adjustable via the HMI to suit different substrate thicknesses and environmental conditions.
The rapid-changeover guide rail system and digital HMI recipe storage allow an experienced operator to switch between case formats in under 5 minutes. Saved job recipes eliminate the need for manual re-measurement on repeat orders.
Kylin Machines covers all major mechanical and electronic components under the 3-year warranty. If a part fails, we dispatch a replacement via express international courier at no charge. Remote video commissioning is included, and on-site technician visits can be arranged for major markets.
Yes. The vacuum suction feeding system and servo-driven folding heads are calibrated to work with smooth coated paper, textured book cloth, embossed films, and heavy-duty synthetic cover materials up to 4mm board thickness.
The KY-380 requires a 220V / 50–60Hz single-phase supply (total connected power 2.5kW) and a standard industrial air compressor delivering a minimum of 0.5 MPa. No special utility infrastructure is required beyond a standard workshop supply.
All critical systems use globally stocked brands: Schneider for electrics and drives, Omron for PLCs and sensors, and SMC for pneumatics. This means maintenance engineers in your country can source replacement parts locally within hours rather than waiting weeks for proprietary components from a single supplier.
Standard configurations are frequently held in stock and can ship within 7–10 business days. Custom or configured-to-order units require 15–30 business days for production, testing, and quality inspection before dispatch. Sea freight transit is typically 15–35 days depending on destination.
Remote video commissioning and operator training are included as standard with every KY-380. For customers in major markets, Kylin Machines can arrange on-site installation and training by a certified field technician. Contact us via WhatsApp to discuss the options for your location.
The Evolution of Automatic Hard Cover Production
Why Automation Is No Longer Optional
In modern commercial bookbinding and luxury packaging, the tolerance for variability has effectively reached zero. Premium clients in publishing, hospitality, and consumer goods demand covers that are geometrically consistent to within fractions of a millimetre—a standard that is simply unachievable at scale through manual or semi-automatic methods.
“The KY-380 eliminated our quality-check bottleneck entirely. We no longer sort rejects at the end of the line—we don’t produce rejects.” — Production Director, European bookbinding facility
The KY-380 integrates a high-performance PLC with a servo-driven mechanical platform to digitalise every production parameter. Once a job recipe is saved to the HMI, any operator can reproduce a previously validated run with a single touch—eliminating setup errors and accelerating line clearance for mixed-format operations.
Board thickness capacity of up to 4mm positions the KY-380 uniquely in the mid-heavy segment, covering everything from standard 2.5mm hardcover book boards to the 3.5mm heavy greyboard used in premium game boxes and portfolio cases.
Total Cost of Ownership: A Strategic Analysis
When evaluating capital equipment, purchase price represents only a fraction of the true economic picture. The KY-380’s component strategy—Schneider, Omron, SMC—is designed to minimise lifetime ownership cost by ensuring maintenance parts are available locally in virtually every industrial country, eliminating expensive proprietary spare-parts dependency.
Labour reduction is the primary ROI driver. At 600+ covered cases per hour with one operator, versus a three-person manual team producing 150 per hour, the productivity differential typically pays for the machine within the first 12 months of deployment in most markets.
“The 5-minute changeover was the deciding factor for us. We run eight different SKUs per shift—that was commercially impossible before the KY-380.” — Operations Manager, premium packaging group
Kylin Machines backs every KY-380 with a 3-year comprehensive warranty and lifetime technical support. This service commitment, combined with an industrial-grade mechanical platform, makes the KY-380 not merely a machine purchase but a long-term production partnership built for continuous improvement.
Ready to Upgrade Your Production Line?
Speak directly with a Kylin Machines application engineer. We’ll assess your workflow and provide a detailed ROI projection for the KY-380 in your facility.
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ADDITIONAL SERVICES
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To help you master the installation and operation of your equipment, Kylin provides authorized training programmes led by surface preparation specialists.
- How to set up your machine and optimize performance levels for your process.
- Key trouble-shooting tips that keep your machine(s) in prime condition to minimize downtime, minimize maintenance, and prevent future problems.
- How to optimize performance levels to maintain consistent quality and minimize waste
- The latest legislation and how to keep the machine safe.
We offer three years machine quality warrantty, we want You to be satisfied with the work we do and our Machine,
Every time. We Guarantee to perform all good services to your complete satisfaction at the agreed upon price.
If at any time within 30 days after completion of the job you're not completely satisfied, we will Re-Clean all required areas to your satisfaction.
If you 're still not satisfied we will refund the money paid.
Help from technician is only a phone call away.
We offer free over the phone tech support to help you troubleshoot any issue you may be having.
If you require onsite help we are able to send our technicians to you! Whether it’s for training or support we can meet your needs.
Our experienced factory technicians are eager for you to get the most from your Kylin Machine.
We also offer to do regular maintenance to your machinery to make sure it stays in the best condition throughout the lifetime of the product.
This will help guarantee that your machines will work well for as long as possible.
Initially one of our experienced operators will try and help you resolve the problem over the telephone.
If that is not successful then we would send a field engineer out to site.
Our engineers carry the most common spare parts so that most problems can be repaired on site.
In the unlikely event that the machine could not be repaired on site, we would either arrange another on site visit if appropriate,
or take the machine in to our state of the art workshop where we can deal with all types of repairs and refurbishments
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What Client’s Say
Dear Jacob,
l am writing to thank you for the recent delivery of spare parts that we ordered
from your company.We have received the shipment in good condition and are pleased with the quality of the products you provided.26 Mar 2023
Boris BoguslavskiyCEO - Taropack
The machine is working now fine , beautiful … thank you so much and maybe if we need other kind of box making machines I will contact you
Nadine KodsyCEO - bassil bookbinding
Hi Jacob, thanks and i let you know…
Bit until now everythimg is perfect!Mit den besten Grüßen,
28 April 2023
Armin AkbarzadehCEO - X-PRESS Grafik & Druck GmbH
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