Heidelberg SM 74-4 H 4-Color 74 × 52 cm 2008

The Heidelberg SM 74-4 H (2008) is a reliable and high-performance 4-color sheetfed offset printing press designed for commercial print production in the 50 × 70 format. With a maximum sheet size of 520 × 740 mm (74 × 52 cm) and a production speed of up to 15,000 sheets per hour, this machine supports efficient medium to high-volume jobs.

Equipped with CP 2000 and Prinect Press Center, the press provides advanced control, monitoring, and color management. InstantGate and PRESET systems enhance makeready efficiency and reduce setup time.

The Alcolor dampening system ensures stable ink-water balance, while Technotrans HydroStar refrigeration supports optimal temperature control. Autoplate significantly reduces plate change time.

The machine includes full automatic washing devices for ink rollers, blanket, and impression cylinders, minimizing downtime and ensuring consistent performance. The blanket cylinder is chromed for durability and improved print stability.

DryStar IR Ink 2000 CanOpen dryer enhances drying performance for coated applications. The machine is free of damages in cylinders and gears, test print is possible, and it is available immediately.

Key Features

4-color sheetfed offset configuration

Speed up to 15,000 sheets/hour

Maximum sheet size 520 × 740 mm

CP 2000

Prinect Press Center

InstantGate

PRESET

Alcolor Dampening

Technotrans HydroStar

Autoplate

All automatic washing devices (ink roller, blanket, impression cylinder)

Blanket cylinder chromed

IR Dryer DryStar Ink 2000 CanOpen

Free of damages in cylinders and gears

Test print possible

Available immediately

Technical Specifications

Model: SM 74-4 H
Manufacturer: Heidelberg
Year of Manufacture: 2008
Number of Colors: 4
Counter: 69 million impressions

Maximum sheet size: 520 × 740 mm (74 × 52 cm / 29 × 20 inch)
Maximum speed: 15,000 sheets per hour

CP 2000
Prinect Press Center
InstantGate
PRESET
Alcolor Dampening
Technotrns HydroStar
Autoplate
All automatic washing devices Ink-Roller, Blanket- and impression cylinder
Blanket cylinder chromed
IR Dryer DryStar Ink 2000 CanOpen
Test print possible
Available: Immediately
Free damages in cylinders gears

Applications

Commercial printing

Brochures and catalogs

Corporate printing

Medium-volume production

Coated print applications