Heidelberg Tiegel Platen Press – 1969 – Format 26 × 38 cm

The Heidelberg Tiegel platen press is one of the most iconic machines ever produced in the printing industry. Manufactured by Heidelberg in Germany, it has built a global reputation for reliability, precision engineering, and exceptional mechanical durability.

This machine is widely used in print finishing departments for a variety of applications including die-cutting, creasing, numbering, perforating, embossing, and foil stamping. Its platen press mechanism provides strong and uniform pressure across the entire sheet, ensuring accurate cutting and finishing results.

The Heidelberg Tiegel features an automatic sheet feeding system which improves productivity and enables continuous operation during production runs. This makes it ideal for finishing tasks such as packaging components, stationery products, labels, and commercial printed materials.

With a maximum working format of 260 × 380 mm, the machine is suitable for medium and small format finishing applications. Due to its robust construction and simple mechanical design, the Heidelberg Tiegel remains highly valued in print finishing workshops worldwide.

Key Features

Classic Heidelberg platen press design
Suitable for die-cutting and creasing
Compatible with foil stamping and embossing
Automatic sheet feeding system
Durable mechanical construction
Reliable long-term performance

Technical Specifications

Model: Tiegel
Manufacturer: Heidelberg
Year of Manufacture: 1969

Machine type: Platen press

Maximum sheet size: 260 × 380 mm

Applications:
Die cutting
Creasing
Numbering
Perforating
Foil stamping
Embossing

Applications

Die-cutting paper and cardboard
Packaging finishing
Foil stamping and embossing
Numbering and perforating
Commercial print finishing