Images Magazine Digital Edition May 2018

www.images-magazine.com MAY 2018 images 51 DRYERS, CALENDARS AND HEAT PRESSES R A Smart (CAD & Machinery) is the UK distributor for Transmatic heat presses. Not only does the company sell the equipment, it also offers training, support and maintenance for all systems in the UK thanks to its dedicated team of engineers and demonstrators. "Our relationship with the world- renowned heat press manufacturer dates back over 15 years and we now have hundreds of systems installed and running successfully in a multitude of sectors across the UK," explains R A Smart. "Transmatic offers solutions for businesses looking for a small flat-bed press for garment decoration, right through to a super wide rotary system for the soft signage industry." All the systems are manufactured from scratch at Transmatic’s manufacturing plant in Italy. "Everything from metal fabrication through to circuit board manufacture is all done on site with immense precision, ensuring maximum quality and reliability is achieved with every product coming off the production line," reports R A Smart. www.rasmart.co.uk YES: DTG 4S Express Heat Press "The build quality and performance of DTG’s range of machines are second to none, and the DTG 4S Express heat press is no exception," says YES. Specifically developed for direct textile printing, the 4S Express has a perforated bottom plate which diverts the moisture down, resulting in what YES says is a better and faster fixing technology. The company explains: "To save time, you can reduce the setting time by half, offering maximum protection for your fabric." The DTG 4S Express has been built from high quality elements that promise an even distribution of heat across the head, therefore avoiding cold spots. The press also allows users to apply heat and pressure where it is needed, reports YES. "This is particularly useful where the product consists of parts that may be damaged by high temperatures," it adds. "For flawless results when pressing numerous textiles, the 4S Express is fully adjustable for temperatures and pressure, and is the perfect accompaniment to your direct-to-garment printer." The press’s clamshell and swing arm opens automatically, and offers users the option of three different plate sizes for flexibility of use. www.yesltd.co.uk The DTG 4S Express heat press from YES R A Smart has been distributing Transmatic heat presses for 15 years R A Smart: Transmatic Heat Presses