Looking for Screen Printing Equipment

Goldie

I am located in Alabama. I have a direct to garment printer and embroidery machines. I am looking to add screen printing to my business. I'd like to start with at least a 2-color operation (maybe up to 4). I am looking for equipment that I can purchase to learn the process. I'd like to spend $4000 or less. Is it possible to find all the equipment that I need for this amount without buying something that I will regret in the long run?

neato

Hey Goldie,

I have a 6 color National press and a Lawson Dryer for sale in your price range. I would recommend a 6 color as you won't outgrow it. You will outgrow a 4 color.

Here's some more info: http://www.newellsigns.com/equipment.htm

Digicom78

Goldie, I am from Alabama as well and also in the same boat. I have seen your post and wanted to first say hello but second recommend that you go automatic. All of the contract printers that I use have a manual that just sits and collects dust. One of my employees runs a manual at his friends from time to time and says it is a horrible experience. I know the cost is more, but I am having to bite the bullet and get an auto as well. We are an embroidery company that has realized finally how much money we are losing by contracting out our screen printing. If I would have done in house last year my equipment would be paid for by now? If you come across anything that you didn't want email me since were in the same state and I will do the same.

JR

gotshirtz001

I respectfully disagree with Digicom.... maybe.
I would agree with Neato that a 6-color manual would be your best choice.
Get yourself a (Workhorse, Hopkins, Lawson, M&R) 6-color, a conveyor with at least a 4 foot heat chamber and a decent size (18" x 18") flash cure.
All the other equipment/ accessories you can piece together as you grow.

I would recommend that you go automatic if you are:
- consistently running 6 or more colors
- consistently running quantities in the 250+ range
- consistently printing 5+ days per week (6 colors and 250+ pieces)
- have about 600 square feet and $25,000 that you have no other use for.... and then you still have to buy the dryers

Otherwise, a GOOD 6-color manual will do you fine... and you'll be a better printer in the end.

My $.02.

bolabud01

Attached you will find photos of a well maintained printing setup. This setup was used to jump start my promotional/marketing business. I have recently upgraded my setup and am willing to throw in a few extra for you if you are interested.

Benamr 4 Color 4 Station
Well Maintained and greased
Registration is is 100%
Includes Palates

8' Duro Industries Conveyor Dryer with blower
Newly Installed Heating Plates
24" Wide Belt
48" Curing Tunnel
Newly Installed Electrical Panel

Free Extras
- Large format heat transfer press (great condition)
- Hat transfer press (great condition)
- 30 custom made pallets(large pallets for all over prints, sleeves,hoodys,pockets,youth,women's,underwear, and more... $600.00)

*The newly changed heating plate on the dryer cost me $1500.00 to have made. It was a custom job. The new panel cost $300.00. Together the new upgrades will last 10years plus. The newly installed parts are made to cut energy costs. I save a ruff total of $150.00 a month. If you are interested in the price i will include shipping and even throw in four screens to get you started as well as contact info of my suppliers to give you the cheapest industry pricing.

Asking: $4500.00 (includes shipping and extras) or best offer
Let me know if you require any additional information.

bolabud01

email me at for any other information.

hersandhis

hi goldie ,
i have a 6c/6s 2006 hix rotory priemier printer with extra side clamps and micro reg
16x 20 palates. and a 2006 hix 1822 flasher with all options for sell in topeka ks both like new, and work great if interested i'll send you some pics. $4000.00 for both bought in fall 2006
Hersandhis
Darren

ps not used very much due to health resons

Tinygiantclothing

i have a nice 2 color hat press.. with a couple attachments looking for 650 for it shipped.
comes with 3 screens and squeegee .. would be easy to learn on has pocket attachments too.. so you can do hats or small images.. like patches or pockets.

LMK i'll ship it for free

bolabud01

Goldie,

I have exactly what you looking for in the exact price range and more. 4/4 Benmar Press,8ft dryer, hat press,large heat press, screens and more. All dryer components are brand new as well as the heating plates. Where are you loacted? As for the price i can let it all go for $4000.00 flat.

Let me know

Thanks
Dave
416 992 9573

Tinygiantclothing

says in the post alabama