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Automatic presses are the pros' choice for high volume production.

HIX automatic presses are top of the line. These presses are the most user-friendly in the business and are a must in any shop where production, reliability and quality are top priorities.

N-680/N-880

» Countdown digital timer (adjustable up to 99 minutes 59 seconds)
» Full adjustable air pressure control up to 89 PSI
» Calibrated digital temperature control (up to 450°F or 232°C) displays the current temperature)
» Large opening and underside clearance for easy shirt loading
» Long lasting pneumatic air cylinder lift system
» Automatic clamping cycle (lower handle by hand to initiate)
» Applies transfers to items up to 3/4" thick
» CE, ETL certified to UL & CSA standards
» European CE upon request
» Lifetime warranty on heating element

N-680 Specs: N-880 Specs:
» 15"x15" platen
» Box size 41"x20"x15"
» Shipping weight 126 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120v) 12.5/1500
» Amps/Watts (220v) 7.5/1560
» Pre-press switch
» Air Compressor & Water Separation Trap required
» 16"x20" platen
» Box size 41"x20"x15"
» Shipping weight 137 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120v) 14.5/1750
» Amps/Watts (220v) 10/2000
» Pre-press switch
» Air Compressor & Water Separation Trap required

 

S-450/S-650
» Digital Timer (adjustable up to 99 minutes 59 seconds)
» Digital pressure readout from 0-9 for consistent transfer pressure
» Full Adjustable Pressure control
» Calibrated Digital Temperature Control (up to 450°F or 232°C) displays the current temperature & time
» Gas Shock Lift System
» No Air Required
» Auto-Release Function - Auto open
» Quick release mechanism allows manual override of the auto-release function
» Progressive and smooth opening feature
» Floating lower platen
» Elevated arm for tighter pressure
» Large opening and underside clearance for easy shirt loading
» S-650 applies transfers to items up to 1/2" thick
» S-450 applies transfers to items up to 1" thick
» CE, ETL certified to UL & CSA standards
» Lifetime warranty on heating element
» Interchangeable lower platen (optional feature)

S-450 Specs: S-650 Specs:
» 15"x15" platen
» Box size 33"x21"x18"
» Shipping weight 84 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volt) 12.5/1500
» Amps/Watts (220 volt) 7.5/1560
» 16"x20" platen
» Box size 33"x21"x18"
» Shipping weight 95 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volt) 14.5/1750
» Amps/Watts (220 volt) 10/2000

Clamshell Presses

From volume applications to small production runs, the HIX line of clamshell heat transfer machines continue to lead the industry.

HIX clamshell presses have the ability to work with all commercial transfers on the market today. Their rugged construction and dependability makes these presses an asset in any shop. The success of the clamshell design stems from the press's ability to maintain consistent heat and pressure over the surface of the heat element. With demonstrated success transferring puff, foil, hot split, cold peel and sublimation transfers.

HT-600 & 400

 

» Heavy duty, even heating platen
» Digital timer (adjustable up to 99 minutes 59 seconds)
» Calibrated digital temperature control (adjustable up to 450°F or 232°C) displays the current temperature and time
» Full adjustable pressure control
» Digital pressure readout (0-9 for consistent transfer pressure)
» Floating lower platen for self alignment and even pressure
» Elevated arm for tighter pressure
» Large opening and underside clearance for easy shirt loading
» Innovative engineered handle design provides 20% increased pressure
» Rugged, durable, trouble-free
» HT-600 applies transfers to items up to 1/2" thick
» HT-400 applies transfers to items up to 1" thick
» CE, ETL certified to UL & CSA standards
» Lifetime warranty on heating element

HT-400 Specs: HT-600 Specs:
» 15"x15" platen
» Box size 33"x21"x18"
» Shipping weight 84 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volt) 12.5/1500
» Amps/Watts (220 volt) 7.5/1560
» 16"x20" platen
» Box size 33"x21"x18"
» Shipping weight 95 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volt) 14.5/1750
» Amps/Watts (220 volt) 10/2000
   

SwingAway Presses

From hobbyists to small production runs, the HIX line of SwingAway heat transfer machines continue to lead the industry.

HIX SwingAway presses are ideal for sublimation transfers to items up to 1-3/4" thick depending on the model of press. Presses range in size from the introductory Hobby Lite--perfect for the occasional transfer--to the large format SwingMan-25--great on large tile murals. SwingAway presses are designed for transfers to t-shirts, tiles, plaques, license plates, mouse pads and more.

SwingMan-15/20E

» Calibrated temperature control (adjustable up to 400°F or 204°C)
» Separate digital timer included
» Sturdy steel design is portable and lightweight
»
Easy open/close
» Full adjustable pressure control
» Applies transfers to items up to 1-3/4" thick
» Heat indicating light
» Lifetime warranty on heating element

SwingMan-15 Specs: SwingMan-20E Specs:
» 15"x15" platen
» Box size 28"x19"x15"
» Shipping weight 68 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volt) 12.5/1500
» Amps/Watts (220 volt) 7.5/1560
» 16"x20" platen
» Box size 33"x21"x18""
» Shipping weight 108 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volt) 14.5/1750
» Amps/Watts (220 volt) 10/2000

Hobby Lite
» Calibrated temperature control (adjustable up to 400°F or 204°C)
» Separate digital timer included
» Sturdy steel design is portable and lightweight
» Easy open/close
» Full adjustable pressure control
» Applies transfers to items up to 1-1/2" thick
» Heat indicating light

Hobby Lite Specs:
» 9"x12" platen
» Box size 20"x17"x14"
» Shipping weight 29 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volt) 7/850
» Amps/Watts (220 volt) 3.5/850

SwingMan 20P/25P

» Digital pressure readout (0-9 for consistent transfer pressure)
» Digital countdown timer (adjustable up to 99 minutes 59 seconds)
» Calibrated digital temperature control (adjustable up to 450°F or 232°C) displays the current temperature and time
» Full adjustable pressure control
» Self leveling lower platen
» Applies to items up to 1-3/4" thick
» Lifetime warranty on heating element

SwingMan-20P Specs: SwingMan-25P Specs:
» 16"x20" platen
» Box size 33"x21"x18"
» Shipping weight 125 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volts) 14.5/1750
» Amps/Watts (220 volts) 10/2000
» 20"x25" platen
» Crate size 34"x33"x24"
» Shipping weight 135 lbs + crating
» Amps/Watts (220 volts) 17.7/4250

 

SwingMan Twin Series


Our TWINS are designed for long cure, such as tiles and/or longer layout or graphics or designs such as letters, numbers, rhinestones. Apply at station one, layout on station two, then reverse.

» Digital timer (adjustable up to 99 minutes 59 seconds)
» Calibrated digital temperature control (adjustable up to 450°F or 232°C) displays the current temperature and time
» Full adjustable pressure control
» Repeatable pressure settings
» Self leveling lower platens
» Applies transfers to items up to 1-3/4" thick
» Lifetime warranty on heating element

SwingMan-20 Twin Specs: SwingMan-25 Twin Specs:
» Dual 16"x20" platen
» Crate size 49"x43"x35"
» Shipping weight 171 lbs + crating
» Amps/Watts 14.5/1750
» Dual 20"x25" platen
» Crate size 48"x46"x35"
» Shipping weight 307 lbs + crating
» Amps/Watts 18/4300

Specialty Presses

LF-4464
 

The HIX LF-4464 is the first in a series of large format sublimation presses specifically designed for the non-textile as well as the textile sublimation market.

Using edge-to-edge heating element technology, the press handles a wide variety of materials and increases throughout with nearly full use of the entire work surface. Substrates include any sublimation-ready aluminum photographic sheets, MDF and glass plates, any flat plastic substrates, as well as synthetic textiles.

The HIX LF-4464 is a pneumatic press with a 44"x64" single or dual lower platen.

» Proprietary heating elements provide for transfers up to the very edges of the working platens
» 360° access to lower platen, allowing large printable products (such as awnings or large textile signs) to be safely tucked away while printing on parts of its surface
» Height-adjustable lower platens, allowing for wide variety of substrate thicknesses (up to 5")
» Superior quality transfers on both non-textile and textile substrates
» Simultaneous preparation of substrates while working independently on both platens (dual platen option)
» Made of high-end materials and full-platen covering heating elements, resulting in very equal heat distribution and perfect color-consistency on any substrate
» Safety features provide proper hand protection for operators
» High-efficiency heat insulation for safety and reduced energy consumption
» Designed for 24/7 operation and virtually maintenance free

Specs:
» 64"x44" platen
» Press size: SOLO - 77.2"x98.4"x55.5"; TWIN - 77.2"x148"x55.5"
» Weight: SOLO - 1630 lbs; TWIN - 1890 lbs
» Amps/Watts (230 VAC 3P+G 50/60 Hz) 37 A/13.5 kW

 

FH-3000

» 3-3/4" x 6-1/4" standard flat attachment
» Digital timer (adjustable up to 99 minutes 59 seconds)
» Calibrated digital temperature control (adjustable up to 450°F or 232°C) displays the current temperature and time
» Applies all types of transfers to shirt pockets, sleeves, cuffs, collars, bags, aprons, name badges, tiles, gloves, and small appliqué jobs
» Easy open/close handle
» Use for quick, easy application on small or hard to reach areas
» CE, ETL certified to UL & CSA standards
OPTIONAL FEATURES:
» Interchangeable 3-1/2"x3-1/2" cube attachment (can be used for cube photo displays)

Specs:
» 3.75"x6.25" platen
» Box size 19"x16"x19"
» Shipping weight 26 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120 volt) 4/450
» Amps/Watts (220 volt) 2/430

 

B-250
» 3-7/8"x7" heat head
» 3"x5-1/2" lower, rubber-covered platen
» Digital timer (adjustable up to 99 minutes 59 seconds)
» Calibrated digital temperature control (adjustable up to 450°F or 232°C) displays the current temperature and time
» Full adjustable pressure control
» Applies all types of transfers to caps, bandanas, pockets, collars, and more
» Bottom spring device to hold caps in place
» Easy open/close handle
» CE, ETL certified to UL & CSA standards
» Lifetime warranty on heating element
OPTIONAL FEATURES:
» Interchangeable lower platen: youth size 2-3/4"x5-1/4", ball size 3-3/4"x5-7/8", and specialty sizes

Specs:
» 3"x5.5" platen
» Box size 19"x16"x19"
» Shipping weight 31 lbs
» Amps/Watts (120v) 4/450
» Amps/Watts (220v) 2/430

Roll to Roll Tagless Label Press - R45T

» 4"x5" standard heat platen
» 4"x4" standard lower platen - allows for transfer sizes up to 3-3/4"x3-3/4"
» Small footprint 16"Lx33"Wx26"H
» 8" O.D. max roll size
» Digital timer (adjustable up to 99 minutes 59 seconds)
» Calibrated digital temperature control (adjustable up to 450°F or 232°C) displays the current temperature and time
» Quick release - tool-less locking hub for quick change over between roll labels
» Over/under multicolor index reader - easily adjustable to read either side of label with teachable sensor for accurate indexing
» Tool-less web guides - adjust web guides quickly and easily for accurate web tracking
» Optical two-handed control switches - requires operator to have hands clear of heat head when operating machine
» Interchangeable lower platen - quick changeover of lower pad for shaped dies
» Core-less take up reel - easily discard spent roll stock; no core, no tape, just simply place end of roll between reel fingers
» Emergency stop
» Manual/Auto selection - drive selection button
» Jog button - for manually advance roll transfers during set-up operations
» Lighted power button