Brown?

Prosperi-Tees · April 4th, 2012, 10:16 PM

I know big shops don't run them but they always intrigued me, not to mention the Harpolds are awesome people. They are on my top 3 brands to look at when upgrading. I like the idea of a quiet shop and not needing air lines, chiller, water contamination etc etc. What I don't like is the lack of quick release squeegees and floodbars and the lack of pneumatic screen clamps. Other than that I don't see much else that would be a downfall. They have their own reg systems with lasers, not sure how it works and software that allows you to program kinda like the revolver program of MnR.

Gilligan · April 4th, 2012, 11:52 PM

lasers aren't for the reg system, that's for garment loading (I think).

Prosperi-Tees · April 4th, 2012, 11:59 PM

I just checked their website and its a 3 point led. Which I think would be 3 point registration.

screenmachines · April 5th, 2012, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Prosperi-Tees

I know big shops don't run them but they always intrigued me, not to mention the Harpolds are awesome people. They are on my top 3 brands to look at when upgrading. I like the idea of a quiet shop and not needing air lines, chiller, water contamination etc etc. What I don't like is the lack of quick release squeegees and floodbars and the lack of pneumatic screen clamps. Other than that I don't see much else that would be a downfall. They have their own reg systems with lasers, not sure how it works and software that allows you to program kinda like the revolver program of MnR.

Really?

TheGang · April 5th, 2012, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by screenmachines

Really?

Yes, really, the M&R patent does not cover presets or preprogrammed machine functions, it only addresses user entered data stored, if the software is fixed in the press then M&R can pound salt

Prosperi-Tees · April 5th, 2012, 11:24 AM

I just looked on the Brown website and it says quick release squeegees and floodbars, tool less, nice!

GraphicDisorder · April 5th, 2012, 01:06 PM

Brown are great people, we almost bought a Brown when we ended up going with a larger manual. But great people, easy to work with, kind, and nothing shady about them.

If you are stuck with wanting electric I would say go for it.

But I do think you'd be happier in several other presses if your budget fit it.

Prosperi-Tees · April 5th, 2012, 01:15 PM

I do like the electric and like you said the Harpold family/company are just damn good people. People like that you want to support.

GraphicDisorder · April 5th, 2012, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Prosperi-Tees

I do like the electric and like you said the Harpold family/company are just damn good people. People like that you want to support.

No doubt about it.

Slaywood · April 5th, 2012, 04:57 PM

The Brown ElectraPrint is at the top of my list when I upgrade. I have done the research and for what I need Brown is the perfect choice. Steve is a great guy and even stopped by my shop in NC when he was coming through. There is another local printer that has one and his work is great.