Müller Martini has launched the Diamant MC 30 book line, positioning it as a compact, cost-effective route into industrial hardcover production for companies currently relying on manual processes. The configuration is designed to deliver essential functionality without the complexity or footprint of larger systems, while maintaining production consistency and automation.
The Diamant MC 30 runs at speeds of up to 30 cycles per minute and is built on the same Motion Control Technology as the larger Diamant MC 60. Müller Martini says this shared platform gives the machine a high degree of flexibility alongside faster setup times, and reliable, repeatable output.
Automation is a central element of the system. Integrated checks monitor headband supply, incorrect book block positioning, and double cases, helping to reduce errors before they reach downstream stations. Book thickness is automatically checked at the rounder rollers to ensure correct configuration throughout the line, improving overall process stability and reducing waste.
Operation is designed to be straightforward, with a central control area for data entry supported by a measuring device and clear visualisation of machine settings. Operators can prepare the next job while production is running, and all production data can be stored to allow fast setup for repeat orders. According to Müller Martini, this reduces training time and supports consistent operation even with less experienced staff.
The Diamant MC 30 incorporates a range of features typically associated with higher-end book lines, including controlled spine rounding, double backing for durable folds, ribbon gluing, headbanding with integrated premelter, and hotmelt fold gluing. Long joint forming and fold pressing are handled in the EP 340, while data can be transferred to peripheral equipment such as the BLSD 650 book counter stacker.
In terms of application range, the system supports straight and round spines, with or without ribbon, across a wide variety of formats, paper types, and grammages. Both hard and flex cases can be separated and processed reliably. Servo-driven single motors at key stations contribute to precise movement control, reduced downtime, and consistent casing-in quality, reinforcing the Diamant MC 30’s role as an entry point to industrial hardcover production without compromising on finish or reliability.
