The Challenge Machinery Company has been an innovator in cutting and finishing equipment for almost 150 years. Their achievements include the invention of the original paper cutter in 1887, the first paper drilling machine, the first hydraulic paper cutter, the first programmable paper cutter, and more recently the first fully automated programmable three-knife book trimmer. Look below for many of the machines Challenge has to offer. We also support their full product line with spare parts and other accessories.
"Challenge" style spine clamp or book clamp for use on the guillotine paper cutter back gauge. These spine clamps keep books and other stitched booklets flat for accurate and square cutting. They are very effective at...
Challenge Corner Rounder Knives
These knives are used with the Challenge round corner machines, including the SCM model. They are designed to easily handle difficult stocks such as index cards and coated materials. The shear cutting mechanism preserves knife sharpness and...
The Handy-Drill is a hand-operated table-top drill that is economical, convenient, and safe to operate. It's compact size allows it to fit anywhere around the shop for doing small run jobs. Features: •...
The JF Single-Spindle Paper Drill is a foot pedal operated drill with 2" drilling capacity. It has an auto-trip side guide for doing multi-hole patterns with a breeze Features: • Convenient Foot Pedal...
Machine Model: CMT-330 Blade Material: High Speed Steel Size (in.): 14.5 x 2.75 x .375 in. Size (mm):...
Challenge Handy-Jogger
The Handy-Jog is a low-cost highly effective jogger that fits into the most cost-concious budget. With its small footprint, the Handy-Jog can be placed beside any machine even in crowded shops. Its high power and quiet operation efficiently jogs...
Challenge Standard Steel Paper Cutter Knives
Standard steel is made from economy grade carbon tool steel.
CBLOCKS1.5 is a round, Challenge wood block that is 1 ½” (dia.) X ¾” (thick) and comes in a pack of 1 dozen. Maple wood blocks are the perfect drilling accessory. The properties of maple make it the...
Machine Model: CMT-330 Blade Material: Fassco High Speed Steel Size (in.): 14.5 x 2.75 x .375 in. Size (mm):...
Challenge Corner Rounder Dies
These dies are designed for the Challenge round corner machines, including the SCM model. They are designed to easily handle difficult stocks such as index cards and coated materials. The shear cutting mechanism preserves knife sharpness and...
The EH-3 has been the print industry standard 3-hole drill for the past 50 years and still remains the paper drill of choice. The EH-3’s powerful hydraulic powered drilling coupled with a robust, durable design make it preferred for...
CBLOCKS2.5 is a round, Challenge wood block that is 2 ½” (dia.) X ¾” (thick) and comes in a pack of 1 dozen. Maple wood blocks are the perfect drilling accessory. The properties of maple make it the...
The EH-3 has been the print industry standard 3-hole drill for the past 50 years and still remains the paper drill of choice. The EH-3’s powerful hydraulic powered drilling coupled with a robust, durable design make it preferred for...
CBLOCKS3 is a round, Challenge wood block that is 3” (dia.) X ¾” (thick) and comes in a pack of 1 dozen. Maple wood blocks are the perfect drilling accessory. The properties of maple make it the perfect hardness for...
Challenge iJOG Jogger
The iJOG air-flow heavy duty jogger is now available to the high static digital print market. With a 12" x 18" maximum sheet size, the iJOG has the power and air assistance to quickly jog up to a 4" lift of stock. The operator no longer has to add...
CBLOCKSOL is a rectangular, Challenge wood block that is 6” X 1 ¼” X 3/8” and comes in a pack of 3 dozen. Maple wood blocks are the perfect drilling accessory. The properties of maple make it the perfect...
Challenge Combination Flat/Tilt Jogger
The sturdy Combination Series joggers are the workhorses of the industry. The versatile table tilts from flat 45 degrees and can be fitted with accessory dividers for multiple lifts of smaller stock. Jogging action is adjustable with the unique...
The Challenge hollow drill sharpener doubles as a chip remover for removing drill plugs. On one end, simply insert your drill bit and spin it by hand against the reamer. On the other end, insert your drill bit and tap against the chip...