dye-sublimation hardware - Australian Graphic Supplies

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dye-sublimation hardware - Australian Graphic Supplies
BRISBANE | SYDNEY | MELBOURNE
DYE-SUBLIMATION HARDWARE
Information and Price Catalogue
Effective 1st July 2013
Private and Confidential
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AGS has been a licensed Distributor of the
Sawgrass Inks for over 10 years now
(formerly through Power Digital). The
commitment to quality, reliability and
performance by Sawgrass Technologies Inc.
has cemented this strong relationship and
enabled AGS to be one of Australia’s leading
suppliers of Dye-Sublimation solutions.
Sawgrass Consumer Division provides high
performance dye sublimation inks and colour
management software for personalising
consumer products, such as photo gifts,
promotional products, awards and
recognitions, decorated apparel, indoor
signage, home décor, and much more...
For more information, downloads, support
and tutorials check out our new website:
www.ags.com.au.
Product Tutorials and Instructions can be
found under the ‘Resources’ tab
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction Into Dye-Sublimation
3
FAQ’s
4
Need to Know: Substrates
5
Need to Know: Graphics Software
5
Need to Know: Colour Correction
5
Dye-Sublimation Printers
6
Printer Comparison Chart
7
Ricoh SubliJet-R Printers
8
ArTainium UV+ Printers
11
Heat Presses
13
Accessories
15
Technical Information and Installation
Support can be found under the ‘Services Digital Transfer’ tab.
All prices are correct at time of printing. All prices exclude GST and freight and are subject to change without notice. Standard AGS Terms & Conditions of sale apply.
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Introduction into Dye-Sublimation
Key Points to remember:
+ Substrate MUST have a
polyester coating or
content.
+ Substrate MUST be heat
resistant to 200C. All
products supplied by AGS
are sublimation ready!
+ Sublimation inks MUST
be used in a compatible
Epson or Ricoh printer.
+ Compatible sublimation
papers are recommended
for different ink types/
brands.
+ Sublimated products
are not suitable for long
term outdoor use.
+ Sawgrass Technologies
Inc. hold the patent to
dye-sublimation inks. All
other ‘unbranded’ or
‘non-Sawgrass’ inks are
infringing the worldwide
patent. All inks supplied
by AGS are licensed by
Sawgrass.
Whether you are already in the Dye-Sublimation business or about to embark on a
new venture it is important to understand the basic science behind dye-sublimation.
Dye: to impregnate colour into a material. Many times this colour change is
permanent.
Sublimation: a change directly from the solid to a gas without becoming liquid.
Dye-Sublimation: Solid dye particles are changed into gas using heat and
pressure, then bond with any polyester polymers present, and change back into a
solid.
Many people think that the dye sublimation process is a new technology but this is
certainly not the case. Originating in the 1950's, dye sublimation technology has in
recent times been revolutionised by its application with digital inkjet printing
technology. When invented it was found that synthetic fabrics such as polyester
could not be coloured with the dying process used with natural fibres such as wool
and cotton.
The process developed to colour synthetic fabrics was to place special dyes on a
paper using screen print technology. This paper was then placed on the fabric in a
heat press. When heat is applied to the dyes it goes from a solid to a gas without
going through a liquid state, a bit like dry ice. The vaporised dye sublimates into the
open pores of the fabric and when the heat is removed the dye solidifies thus dyeing
it on a permanent microscopic basis. Any polyester garments such as football
jumpers, swimwear, kids pyjamas etc. are all coloured by this dye sublimation
process.
The big moment was when the dyes have been refined to a stage that they can now
be passed through the nozzles of standard ink-jet technology. This eliminated the
cost prohibitive set up associated with traditional screen printing. This process was
patented by Sawgrass Technologies Inc. worldwide, including Australia, USA and
Europe.
Beside its traditional use on synthetic fabric, dye sublimation can be used to
decorate on a vast and growing array of polyester coated products. These coated
items include ceramics, metal, wood, jewellery, clocks, coasters, mats, name
badges to name a few.
Custom Products As Easy at Create, Print and Press!
Create! Create or import your artwork using a graphic program, like CorelDRAW® or Adobe® PhotoShop®.
Print! Print your image using ArTainium® UV+ or SubliJet-R® sublimation inks, a standard Epson® or
Ricoh® printer and high quality sublimation paper.
Press! Using a standard flatbed or mug heat press, transfer the image onto a wide variety of substrates.
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FAQ’s
Why can’t I sublimate dark material?
Dye-sublimation inks are water based inks, therefore they are transparent when they are pressed. If you try press
onto a dark substrate you will not see anything, if you try press onto a gold substrate the gold will show through,
slightly changing your colours. Think about when you go to do a slideshow on a projector - you need a white wall.
This is the same theory as with dye-sublimation. You need to have a white base to enable the colours to be true. The
only way you can print an image onto a dark garment is using the PromaSubFLOCK. This is a thin white vinyl that
you heat press onto and then cut out and press onto your garment. The Flock provides the white base.
Why can’t I sublimate onto cotton?
Dye-Sublimation is designed to bond to polyester fibres and ignore everything else. When it comes to garments and
fabric blends we recommend a minimum of 65% polyester, but remember because the ink will only penetrate the
polyester, the less polyester in your fabric the less quality image you will have. And also remember it has to be light
coloured.
If it only works with polyester then why can I print onto glass and ceramics?
If the substrate is not a polyester fabric then it has been sprayed with a polyester coating. All of the products AGS
supplies come pre-coated. We only source products with a good quality coating, as with everything there are varying
qualities of coating and this can effect the longevity of the print as well as the durability. AGS also stocks a range of
coatings that you can spray yourself. Remember not all products will be suited for the press, either because of their
size, shape or resilience to heat.
What about plastics?
You can’t sublimate onto just any piece of plastic. Many polymers cannot withstand the amount of heat needed to do
the sublimation part of the process, and if they can stand the heat what’s going to happen when you add some
pressure and time? Many of them melt and shrink. FRP (Fibre Reinforced Plastic) is what all of the plastics supplied
by AGS are made from.
Who are Sawgrass Technologies?
Sawgrass Technologies, Inc. is a specialty chemical research company developing innovative vertical market
solutions with patented digital transfer imaging technology. By combining leading-edge digital ink products with
advanced colour management software, Sawgrass has developed state–of–the–art systems for high-quality colour
printing of personalized and customised images onto a wide variety of surfaces. These technologies enable
customers to create, manage, and deliver visually rich products by harnessing the power of digital printing.
Did Sawgrass invent inkjet sublimation printing?
Prior to the mid–1990's, a commercially viable/stable inkjet sublimation ink was not available in the market. There
were unsuccessful attempts to sell sublimation inks for use in inkjet printers. These inks however tended to quickly
settle out and could not be printed for more than a few hours without permanently damaging the print heads.
Sawgrass' first solution for the problems encountered with inkjet sublimation was a wax thermal sublimation printer
product released in the early 1990's. Shortly after the successful release of wax thermal sublimation printing
technology, Sawgrass began development of inkjet sublimation inks resulting in it's first release in 1996. This
innovation was awarded U.S. and International Patents.
How does Sawgrass protect itself from companies that infringe on its patents?
Sawgrass owns patents covering the manufacture, printing, and application of sublimation inks used with inkjet
printers and has invested over $10 million into the development of this proprietary technology. There are companies
currently selling sublimation inks into the market that are believed to infringe on Sawgrass patents. The companies
supplying these inks are aware of Sawgrass patent claims and of their products patent infringement. They wilfully
choose to sell them for their financial gain in disregard of existing patents.
Sawgrass always seeks a business solution to this type of conflict but must ultimately rely on Federal Courts to enforce the patent law and force such suppliers to stop selling patent infringing inks into the marketplace.
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Substrates
Graphics Software
Substrate: is a term used in printing,
mainly industrial printing, to describe
the base material that images will be
printed onto.
There are two main Graphics Software programs used in
the digital printing industry.
There are hundreds of different products available
that fall into these categories:
Fabrics: including t-shirts, neoprene products
such as mouse mats and stubby coolers, flags,
patches and more.
Coated Ceramics: including mugs, tiles,
ornaments, jars, bowls and more.
Coated Metals: including name plates, plaques,
coasters, keyrings and more.
Coated Woods: including plaques, coasters,
place mats, jigsaws and more.
Coated Glass: including cutting boards, plaques,
coasters and more.
FRP: including name plates, shapes, door
hangers, coasters and more.
Remember...
All products MUST have a polyester
coating or content
Graphics Software: is a program used for
importing, editing and creating images
using your PC. An ICC compliant graphics
software is essential for dye-sublimation.
The most popular program for dyesublimation users is CorelDraw
Graphics Suite. This is because of it
ease of use, applications and
features. It is used by the novice
through to the graphic artist. It is
ideal for simple graphic design,
layout and output.
The other common software used
for dye-sublimation is Adobe
PhotoShop. This is generally used
by the more advanced users as it is
focused towards editing and
manipulating images, with the
layout being a little more in-depth.
If you are new to the world of graphics, AGS
recommends (and sells) CorelDraw.
Colour Correction
When a dye-sublimation transfer sheet is pressed onto a substrate the ink turns into
a gas to bond to the polymers of the substrate. During this ‘gassing’ certain colours
will ‘shift’ so the finished product will not look like the original.
Colour Correction: is the art of correcting this colour
transformation so that you can produce the best quality results
on your substrate.
A colour profile or ICC (International Colour Consortium) is developed using three
key elements - the printer, the ink and the paper. If one of these elements is change
then this will effect the accuracy and outcome of the profile. To use this profile you
must work with an ICC compliant graphics software such as CorelDraw or
PhotoShop. The profile will be placed in the output stage of printing and the
Manufacturers printer drive will be set to ‘No Colour Adjustment’. This will embed the
profile into the image as it is sent to the printer and the printer driver will ‘transparent’.
All printing systems supplied by AGS are sold with ICC Profiles*.
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Dye-Sublimation Printers
When you are making the investment of a new venture, you want to ensure you get the right equipment for your
needs. The most common questions please first ask is ‘What is the right printer for me?’. We wish there was a simple
answer, but as not everyone needs are the same, there is no one printer that will suit everyone.
Your Choice:
Firstly you will need to determine what products you are wanting to produce, and also consider what you will be
wanting to do in the future. You don't want to start off with an A4 printer with the view of printer A3 sized bags.
Secondly, you will need to consider what features and quality you want. Will it be photographic quality or just simple
spot colour text and graphics.
The final thing to consider is the ink configuration, do you have a preference over cartridge or bulk ink? Generally
cartridges are commonly used for the lower production end users and the bulk ink for the higher production, this is
mainly because of their costs factors. But as said above, not everyone is the same.
Like everything, all printers have their strengths and weaknesses and these will be review in the following:
Ink Configurations:
Cartridges: These are a replaceable ‘one-life’ consumable. Cartridges come in different sizes depending on the
printer model. A cartridge configuration is generally thought to be a more expensive way of printer as your ink costs
are increased, however the maintenance costs are decreased compared to a bulk ink system. A cartridge system is
ideal if you a intending for smaller production scale with intermittent print cycles.
Why Choose?
+ Ease of use
+ No filling inks
+ Easily transportable
+ No mess or fuss
+ No tubes or lines
+ Hassle free installation
Bulk Ink: Also known as CISS (Continuous Ink Supply Systems) is an external ink supply system. This features clear
plastic lines that run from the bulk ink reservoirs into the cartridge assembly in the printer. Most bulk ink systems will
contain around 125ml of each colour ink. Bulk Ink systems are generally considered to be a more cost effective way
of printing as purchasing the ink in bulk is cheaper. This is also more suited for a medium to higher end production
user as the bulk ink systems needs to be used more regularly to keep them maintained.
Why Choose?
+ Cheaper print costs
+ Clear bottles for easy monitoring
+ No mess or fuss
+ Quick installation
+ High use quality
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Printer Comparison
SPECIFICATIONS
Epson 1410
Epson 4450
ESTIMATED MSRP
$945
$2,695
$379
$570
$1,415
$1,415
CLASS
Intermediate
Production
Start-Up
Start-Up
Production
Intermediate
MAX MEDIA SIZE
A3+
A2+ or Roll (432mm)
A4
A4
A3
A3
PRINT SPEED*
(PRINTS/HR)
Up to 40
Up to 40
Up to 144
Up to 144
Up to 137
Up to 144
COLOURS
CMYK
LC LM
CMYK
CMYK
CMYK
CMYK
CMYK
SubliJet-R®
PowerDriver-R™
with ColorSure™
Palette OR ICC
Profile
SubliJet-R®
PowerDriver-R™
with ColorSure™
Palette OR ICC
Profile
SubliJet-R®
PowerDriver-R™
with ColorSure™
Palette OR ICC
Profile
COLOUR
MANAGEMENT
Ricoh SG 3110DN Ricoh GX e3300N Ricoh SG 7100DN Ricoh GX e7700N
SubliJet-R®
PowerDriver™ with PowerDriver™ with
PowerDriver-R™
ColorSure™
ColorSure™ Palette,
with ColorSure™
Palette, ICC
ICC Profiles (Win,
Palette OR ICC
Profiles (Win, Mac)
Mac)
Profile
MAXIMUM
RESOLUTION (DPI)
5760 x 1440
2880 x 1440
600 x 600
600 x 600
600 x 600
600 x 600
MEDIA TRAY
120 sheets
250 sheets
250 sheets
250 sheets
250 sheets
250 sheets
INK DELIVERY
SYSTEM
Bulk Ink
Supply System
Standard Cartridges
(220ml)
Standard Carts CMY - 29ml, K 42ml
Standard Carts CMYK - 29ml
High Capacity
Carts - CMY 60ml, K - 68ml,
Standard Carts CMYK - 29ml
High Capacity
Carts - CMY 60ml, K - 68ml,
Standard Carts CMYK - 29ml
ESTIMATED IMAGE COST*
$0.28
$0.35
$0.39
$0.41
$0.28
$0.39
ArTainium UV+™
SubliJet-R
SubliJet-R
SubliJet-R
SubliJet-R
SAWGRASS SUBLIMATION
ArTainium UV+™
INKS
*Image cost and print speed estimates are provided for platform comparison purposes only. Results will vary and depend on many variables
including image size, coverage, transfer media, substrate, colour management settings etc.
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Ricoh SubliJet-R Printers
SubliJet-R® is a unique high viscosity gel ink formulated
specifically for the Ricoh print head. Touting fast printing
speeds, high efficiency with low maintenance, Ricoh® is a
business class print engine that offers a new choice in both
start-up and high volume sublimation printing. This
powerful collaboration allows the users to create fast,
vibrant, permanent images on a wide variety of substrates
to maximize your business' potential and profit.
Gel-Based Formulation in Cartridges
A gel-based formulation, SubliJet-R® is packaged in
cartridges for maximum reliability and extended uninterrupted
printing.
Extreme Colour
SubliJet-R® delivers extremely vibrant colours and stunning
resolution at levels that other digital process simply cannot
match. It’s the top choice for professional photographers and
digital imagers that demand precision and fine detail in every
image.
Superior Longevity
Sublimated images created with SubliJet-R® are permanent!
Hard substrate surfaces won’t crack, peel or scratch. Apparel
won’t fade – ever – no matter how many times it is washed.
Infused Image
The key to the patented SubliJetR® system is the chemical
process. When sublimation inks
are heated to 200°C, they turn
into a gas and form a permanent
bond to 100% polyester fabric or
items that have a polymer
coating. The result is a premium,
full-colour, photographic-quality
image that will not crack, peel or
wash away from the substrate to
which it was applied.
Unlike screen-printing, print-cut vinyl and direct-to-substrate
printing which are sitting on the surface of the product,
sublimation ink is actually infused into surface itself.
PowerDriver-R™
Available only to SubliJet-R® customers, PowerDriver-R™
makes printing beautiful transfers a breeze. Powerful features
enable users to easily optimize colour output for photographs,
vector graphics or spot colours. You are no longer limited to
OEM driver capabilities or a single ICC profile. Plus,
PowerDriver-R™ handles routine and otherwise tedious
printing options, like mirror image, automatically. (Not
available for the Ricoh GX5050N)
ColorSure™ Palette with Colour Finder
When loaded into your design software, ColorSure™ Palette
enables you to control how your image will look once
transferred. Whether you are matching a customer’s spot
colour or creating new designs, simply fill solid portions of
artwork with a colour from the palette, and you will achieve
precisely the correct colours. With handy features like Colour
Finder, you can even create a custom palette, ready to use on
future jobs!
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Ricoh SG 3110DNw SubliJet-R
A4 Sublimation Printer Package
The Ricoh SG 3110DNw for SubliJet-R sublimation printing
system is the budget-smart choice for those looking to get
into the sublimation printing business. Packaged in
convenient closed cartridges, SubliJet-R is a high-viscosity,
high-yield sublimation ink formulated to produce vibrant, high
-resolution images with Ricoh's Gelsprinter line of inkjet
printers. The Ricoh SG 3110DNw loaded with SubliJet-R
sublimation ink includes the FREE colour management
software; PowerDriver™ print driver for Windows OS or
MacProfile for Mac OS
All Ricoh SubliJet-R Systems feature
+ Ricoh SG3110DNw Printer
+ SubliJet-R Cartridges
+ Comprehensive installation instructions
+ Plug & Play installation
+ ICC Colour Profiles
Ricoh GXe3300N SubliJet-R
Printer Package
+ 1 Packet of Accuplot Paper—100 sheets
$695
+GST
UPGRADE PACKAGE:
Upgrade with an EXTRA set of inks for only $295. That's the Complete
Package PLUS and extra set of inks for only $990 - a saving of $65!
PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS
Size
A4
Ink Mode
4 Colour (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
Ink Delivery
SubliJet-R Cartridges (29ml—CMY, 42ml K)
Compatible
Windows® 8/7/7x64/Vista/Vista64/XP/XPx64/2000/2003/2008, Mac® OS 10.3-10.5
Recommended Paper
A4 Accuplot Sublimation Paper (100sheets)
*Image cost and print speed estimates are provided for platform comparison purposes only. Results will vary and depend on many variables
including image size, coverage, transfer media, substrate, colour management settings etc.
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Ricoh SG7100DN SubliJet-R
A3 Sublimation Printer Package
The Ricoh SG7100DN for SubliJet-R
sublimation printing system is the printer
of choice for fast-growing shops who
require the highest level of reliability and
durability to meet their production
demands. Capable of printing large
images with high speed and high quality
settings, the Ricoh SG7100DN is
perfect for medium to high production
sublimation printing.
All Ricoh SubliJet-R Systems feature
+ Ricoh GelSprinter Printer
+ SubliJet-R Cartridges
+ Comprehensive installation instructions
+ Plug & Play installation
+ ICC Colour Profiles
+ 1 Packet of Accuplot Paper—100 sheets
Ricoh SG 7100DN SubliJet-R
Printer Package
UPGRADE PACKAGE:
Upgrade to the High Volume cartridges for only
$1,900 + GST (saving $245 off the total RRP)
$1,650
+GST
PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS
Size
A3
Ink Mode
4 Colour (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
Ink Delivery
SubliJet-R Cartridges (LV - 29ml CMY, 42ml K or HV - 60ml CMY, 68ml K)
Compatible
Windows® 8/7/7x64/Vista/Vista64/XP/XPx64/2000/2003/2008, Mac® OS 10.3-10.5
Recommended Paper
A3 Accuplot Sublimation Paper (100sheets)
*Image cost and print speed estimates are provided for platform comparison purposes only. Results will vary and depend on many variables
including image size, coverage, transfer media, substrate, colour management settings etc.
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ArTainium UV+ Printers
ArTainium® UV+ sublimation ink is best known
for its Reliability and affordability. ArTainium
sublimation inks cost-effectively provide
Professional results for those who prefer to rely
on their own colour management expertise
rather than rely on a pre-established print interface and for those who require less technical
support. ArTainium UV+ inks produce stunning
graphics, quickly and easily, enabling your
business to capitalise on the visual power of
sublimation.
ArTainium UV+ Bulk Ink Systems are available for the below
Epson 1410
A3
6 Colour
Epson R1800
A3
8 Colour
Epson T30
A4
5 Colour
Epson R800
A4
8 Colour
Flexible Ink Delivery Systems
ArTainium UV+™ is available in standard cartridge or optional continuous ink system versions
for most Epson printers, allowing you to attain the greatest value for your ink investment.
Extreme Colour
ArTainium UV+™ delivers extremely vibrant colours and stunning resolution at levels that
other digital processes simply cannot match. It’s the top choice for professional photographers
and digital imagers that demand precision and fine detail in every image.
Superior Longevity
Sublimated images created with ArTainium UV+™ are permanent! Hard substrate surfaces
won’t crack, peel or scratch. Apparel won’t fade – ever – no matter how many times it is
washed.
Infused Image
Unlike screen-printing, print-cut vinyl and direct-to-substrate printing which are applied to the
surface of the product, ArTainum UV+™ sublimation inks are actually infused into the surface
itself.
Flexible Colour Management Solutions
ArTainium UV+™ systems were developed with the true graphics professional in mind.
Designed to operate with both MAC and PC environments and to interface with a variety of
high quality ICC Colour Profiles, this flexible sublimation solution works well in any production
environment.
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Epson 4450 ArTainium Printer
A2 Sublimation Printer Package
High Print Speed
As a result of optimising the Epson Stylus Pro 4450
printers for high performance four-colour printing
through improvements to the hardware, software and
firmware responsible for processing print image data,
Epson has ensured the printers are more than 30%
faster than earlier models.
Roll and Cut-Sheet Support
Featuring multiple paper paths, the Epson Stylus Pro
4450 provides full support for both roll and cut sheet
paper. This printer features an in-built media cutter for
rolls as well as a 2/3” dual roll paper spindle.
Option 1— Cartridges
$3,825
+GST
including Epson 4450 printer,
ArTainium 220ml Ink Cartridges,
Roll of Sublimation Paper
Option 2— Bulk Ink
$4,875
+GST
including Epson 4450 printer,
ArTainium 500ml Bulk Ink, Refillable
Cartridges, Roll of Sublimation Paper
What’s the difference between Cartridges and Bulk Ink?
At the current cost of the 220ml cartridges, the ink works out to be around $1.34 per ml. With the Bulk Ink 500ml
bottles the ink works out to be around $0.99 per ml. This is a saving of around $0.35 per ml making it much more
cost effective for the higher production user.
*These prices are estimates and are current at time of print. The bulk ink solution does not take into account the initial cost of the re-fillable cartridges, it is the ink only.
PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS
Size
A2 width (430mm / 17”)
Ink Mode
4 Colour (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
Ink Delivery
ArTainium UV+ Cartridges—220ml Capacity
Compatible
Windows® 7/7x64/Vista/Vista64/XP/XPx64/2000, Mac® OS X
Recommended Paper
Sub Roll Paper (100m) and/or A4 & A3 TexPrint XP Sublimation Paper (110 sheets)
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Heat Presses
For over 10 years AGS have been supplying digital
transfer equipment and machinery. On offer are 2
different brands of digital transfer heat presses - Eco
and Insta.
Flat Heat presses come in two varieties. The
swinging heat presses tend to be more expensive
but are what is required for even the most
demanding type of pressing work.
The clam-action type heat presses are very reliable
and work well with the dye-sublimation process.
Also available in air-operated flat presses for when
larger quantity production work. We can also supply
a range of larger format heat presses too, ideal for
clothing and flags.
All of the flat bed heat presses supplied are suitable
for dye-sublimation, inkjet transfer, laser transfer
and digital thermal transfers. AGS also stocks all
equipment for these transfer processes including
media, ink and thermal vinyl.
Insta
PUT IT ON
All Insta Heat Presses are made to the highest
standards and come with a 12 month warranty on
parts, 90 days on labour and a lifetime on the heating
elements of the Insta flat bed heat presses. These
presses are made to work. All presses are UL, CuL
and CE approved and fully supported by AGS.
Insta 138
- Digital Clam Flat Press
- 38 x 50cm Clam Action
RRP: POA
Insta 158
AGS can also offer various specialty presses such
as cap presses, large format presses, roller presses,
oven wraps and more.
For more information or advice on what press would
be suit your needs please see one of our Sales
Representatives to assist you.
- Automatic Gas Lift
Opening
- Great for production
- Fully digital controls and
adjustable pressure
RRP: POA
Insta 418 - Digital Cap Press
What Heat Press Suits You?
AGS supply 3 different brands of heat presses Eco and Insta. Each brand offers different
features in their heat presses which will suit
different people. Please speak to one of our
Sales Rep for more help in deciding what press
will best suit YOU.
- 8.25 x 17.1cm Lower Size Platen
- Interchangeable lower platens
for ease of use
- Can also be used for labelling
and smaller press areas.
- Fully digital controls
RRP: POA
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Heat Presses
DY-UMP Ultimate Mug Press
- Interchangeable Elements for
different shaped mugs
Eco Heat Presses are a top quality Chinese make that AGS
imports directly from the manufacturer. All Eco Heat
Presses come with a 12month RTB Warranty*. All Eco flat
bed heat presses are ideal for dye-sublimation, inkjet
transfer, laser transfer and thermal vinyl transfer. Please call
us to arrange a full demonstration in our showroom.
- Fully digital controller
- CE Approved and overload trip
switch
* 3mth warranty on heating element.
RRP: $570 ex. GST
Ultimate Digital Heat Press
- 38x38cm or 40x50cm Size Platens
- High lift Clam Action
- Fully digital controllers
- Adjustable Time and Temperature
- Easily adjustable Pressure - for different
product thicknesses
- Heavy duty build - Ideal for medium to
large production
- Teflon Coated Heating Element
Three different shaped elements
available to suit the standard
‘Ultimate’ Mugs, a tapered element
for the ‘Latte’ mugs and a narrow
element for the Flare and Fine
China* mugs. These can be added
at anytime, just undo the thumb
screws and unplug the lead to swap
elements, it’s that simple. Each mug
press comes ready with the standard
mug elements with the other two as
additional options.
RRP 38 x 38cm:
$880 ex. GST
or
RRP 40 x 50cm:
$1,100 ex. GST
DY-230D Digital Hobby Press
- 23 x 30cm Size Platen Swing Action
- Light Weight & Portable
- Separate manual timer with Alarm
- Ideal for light production
RRP: $450 ex. GST
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Accessories
Teflon Heat Mat
- Various sizes available
- Protects the base of your press
- Easily cleanable
- Durable for high production use
TexPrint XP Sublimation Paper
- Available A4 or A3
- 110 sheet packs
- High quality sublimation paper
- Recommended by ArTainium
Heat Resistant Tape
- Resists the heat of a press
- Ideal for taping down your transfer
- Clear - No marks on product
Guillotines - Metal
- Various sizes and blades
- Ideal for cutting plaques
- Top quality and durable
Heat Transfer Mat
- Essential for pressing ceramics
- Impregnated with metal particulars to
even heat and pressure
- Available in a range of sizes
Vinyl Cutters
Continuous crop mark detection to cut
printed matter
By detecting continuous crop marks
on the printed matter, complex contour
cuts of shapes will be continuously
made, making individual adjustments
automatically. By detecting a
maximum of 4 points, cutting is made
with high accuracy while minimizing
distortion at the time of printing and
laminating. Also, a light pointer
enables to make position adjustment
of crop marks easily.
Half Cut Function
With our own half cut function, the
backing sheet can be cut leaving a
little bit of half cut connecting points,
which can be easily detached when
necessary. Various media without
backing sheets can also be cut.
Plate Puck
- 4.25” Plate Puck
- Used for pressing ceramic plates in
your normal flat press
- USA made
Oven Mug Wrap
- Used for pressing mugs in your oven
- Durable for large production
- A cost effective alternative to a press
- Easily adjustable and attached
- USA made
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T | 1300 132 677 F | 1300 132 688 E | sales@ags.com.au
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