The material on this page is taken from a brochure published in circa 1960 by the Mergenthaler Linotype Company. The brochure showcased the company’s latest machines and innovations.
The new, two-magazine Blue Streak Comet Linotype is the fast straight matter machine.
In addition to turning out the highest production of any other straight matter machine, it has new design features that make it smoother than ever at high speeds.
The key to fast production is the speed at which the matrices travel, and the Comet’s new Mat-Glide System guarantees top speed.
This new system – encompassing changes in the second elevator, delivery slide and transfer mechanisms – contributes to smoother operation, as well as longer matrix life.
And the Comet’s new trigger-action distributor clutch has added sensitivity and simplicity, plus an automatic re-starting feature after the distributor is stopped by opening the channel entrance or when the magazines are fanned.
In addition to all these new Airflow transfer and spaceband mechanisms that smooth operation, a new pot with Linotronic controls is available on Comets. This gives more positive metal temperature control, better accessibility and requires less maintenance.
Designed for trouble-free high-speed operation by tape at speeds up to 12 lines a minute, the Comet is ideal for manual operation, too, thanks to its smooth, easy-touch keyboard.
Feather touch keyboard, steep magazine angle and instant matrix response help make the Blue Streak Comet the most productive linecasting machine in the world. Simplified construction means less maintenance and downtime. These features – plus many new improvements, and all at moderate initial investment – make the Comet a must where speedy production is concerned.
Designed for trouble-free high-speed operation by tape at speeds up to 12 lines a minute, the Comet is ideal for manual operation, too, thanks to its smooth, easy-touch keyboard.
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