Choosing the Right Machine for your Customization Business
The right customization equipment enhances efficiency, quality, and business growth, while also increasing production speed, reducing costs, and delivering high-quality results.
Selecting the Right Customization Equipment for Your Needs
- What materials will I be customizing?
- How much production capacity do I need?
- What level of automation will help my business grow?
Direct-to-Film (DTF) Printers
$15,000 – $32,000
- Full-Color Design Transfers
- Works on All Textiles
- Fastest Production
- No Weeding
- Strong Adhesion
- Great Wash Fastness
White Toner
$4,000 – $12,000
- Full-Color Design Transfers
- Works on Textiles & Hard Surfaces
- Low Maintenance
- No Weeding
- No Pretreatment Required
Print & Cut Equipment
$700 – $15,000
- Full-Color Design Transfers + Cutting Technology
- Works on Textiles & Hard Surfaces
- No Weeding
- No Pretreatment Required
- Many Vinyl/Material Options Available
Sublimation Printers
$650 – $1,600
- Full-Color Design Transfers
- No Weeding
- Permanent—Won't Fade, Crack, or Peel
- No "Hand" Feel & Wash Fastness
- Also Works on Hard Surfaces
LED UV Printers
$21,000 – $41,000
- Direct-to-Object Printing on Virtually Any Hard Surface
- High-Volume Customization
- Instant Curing
- Special Effect Printing
- Integrated Rotary or Attachment Available for Tumblers
UV/DTF Printers
$20,000
- Full-Color Design Transfers
- No Weeding or Masking
- Versatile, Strong Adhesion, and Extremely Durable
- Transfers to Uneven, Cylindrical, or Conical Surfaces
- Instant Curing & Lamination
White Toner Printers
$4,000 – $12,000
- Full-Color Design Transfers
- Low maintenance
- No Weeding
- No Pretreatment Required
- Works on Textiles and Paper Products
Print & Cut Equipment
$700 – $15,000
- Full-Color Design Transfers + Cutting Technology
- No Weeding
- No Pretreatment Required
- Works on Textiles & Hard Surfaces
- Many Vinyl/Material Options Available
Sublimation Printers
$650 – $1,600
- Full-Color Design Transfers
- No Weeding
- Permanent Designs—Won't Fade, Crack, or Peel
- No "Hand" Feel & Wash Fastness
- Works on Polyester Textiles
embellishment
Embroidery
$9,500 – $116,000
- Industrial Grade Equipment
- Computerized Design Input
- Large Design Field
- Easy-to-Use Touchscreen Technology
- High-Speed Stitching
- Full Supply Kit, Including Cap Attachment, Thread, and Backing
Rhinestone Machines
$32,000
- All Textile Substrates
- Automatic Rhinestone Placement
- Popular in Cheer & Gymnastics
- Heat Transfer Ready
- High Production Speed
- Multiple Rhinestone Colors/ Sizes
Spangle Machines
$5,500 – $19,000
- No-Hole Sequin Application
- Lightweight & Snag-Free—Ideal for Athletic Wear
- Digitally Controlled Design Execution
- Silent & Fast Operation
- Multiple Spangle Colors/Sizes
Heat Press Equipment
$400 – $2,500
- Even Heat & Pressure Distribution
- Digital Time & Temperature Control
- Versatile Platens & Attachments
- Automatic & Manual Operation
- Works on Textiles & Hard Surfaces
Roll-to-Sheet Cutters
$1,200 – $1,900
- Automated Cutting Precision
- Multiple Material Compatibility
- Adjustable Cutting Settings
- Works on Textiles
Garment Folding Machines
- Consistent Folding Accuracy
- Adjustable for Different Garment Sizes
- High-Speed Operation
Essential Customization Equipment for Your Business
Direct-to-Film (DTF) Printers
DTF printing produces full-color, high-quality transfers for various materials, delivering vibrant, durable prints that bond to garments using a heat press.
- Best for: Custom t-shirts, hoodies, and hard-to-print fabrics.
- Key features: Full-color designs, no weeding, and strong adhesion to many materials.
- Example machines: DigitalHeat FX 24H4 and DigitalHeat FX 12H2
UV LED Printers
UV LED printing enables direct printing on hard surfaces, signage, and promotional products. With UV light instantly curing the ink, this process delivers detailed, durable prints.
- Best for: Signs, tumblers, phone cases, and promotional products.
- Key features: Instant curing, prints on almost any hard surface.
- Example machines: ColDesi 500H3F and ColDesi 300H3F
Embroidery Machines
Embroidery adds high-end, textured designs to garments, hats, and accessories.
- Best for: Corporate apparel, sportswear, and high-end embroidery services.
- Key features: Multi-needle functionality and automatic thread trimming.
- Example machines: Avancé 1501C and HappyJapan HCR3-1506
UV/DTF Printers
UV/DTF printers combine UV with direct-to-film technology to produce high-quality, durable prints. UV LED curing ensures instant drying and strong adhesion.
- Best for: Hard surfaces, promotional products, signage, and decals.
- Key features: Instant UV curing, 3D texture effects, and flexible UV transfers.
- Example machine: ColDesi 24H3R
White Toner Printers
White toner printing provides a versatile, no-pretreatment solution for custom transfers. It works on both light and dark garments.
- Best for: Small businesses, high-margin transfers, and mixed-material applications.
- Key features: No pretreatment required, works on both light and dark garments.
- Example machines: DigitalHeat FX i560 and DigitalHeat FX 8432
Print & Cut Equipment
Print & Cut machines integrate high-resolution printing with precise cutting, perfect for intricate graphics, decals, and apparel transfers. They streamline production by removing the need for manual cutting.
- Best for: Stickers, custom apparel transfers, decals, and vehicle graphics.
- Key features: Integrated printing and cutting, contour cutting accuracy, and wide media compatibility.
- Example machines: Roland BN-20A and Roland SG3-540
Sublimation Printers
Sublimation delivers vibrant, long-lasting designs by bonding ink to fabrics and hard surfaces. Heat and pressure turn the ink into gas, infusing it for a durable, fade-resistant finish.
Best for: Sports jerseys, mugs, phone cases, and promotional products.
Key features: Permanent, full-color prints, no-texture feel, and excellent color vibrancy.
Example machine: Sawgrass SG1000
Rhinestone Machines
Rhinestone machines automate rhinestone placement, making it easy to create sparkling custom apparel. They use templates and software for precise stone arrangement.
- Best for: Cheer uniforms, dance costumes, fashion apparel, and promotional wear.
- Key features: Automated placement, multi-size stone compatibility, and fast production speeds.
- Example machine: CAMS 1V-6P
Spangle Machines
Spangle machines offer a thread-free alternative to embroidery and rhinestones, using flat, reflective spangles to create lightweight, flexible designs with a metallic shimmer.
- Best for: Dancewear, cheer uniforms, corporate branding, and fashion apparel.
- Key features: No thread or backing, smooth feel, and high-speed production.
- Example machines: ProSpangle and SpangleElite
Heat Press Machines
Heat presses are essential for applying designs to t-shirts, hats, mugs, and more. A quality heat press ensures even heat and pressure for durable, professional results.
- Best for: Apparel decoration, DTF transfers, and sublimation printing.
- Key features: Consistent heat application, adjustable pressure, and many platen options.
- Example machines: ColDesi Ergo Press and ColDesi Cap Pro Press
Roll-to-Sheet Cutters
Roll-to-sheet cutters trim printed rolls into individual sheets. They are essential for high-volume production of decals, labels, and heat transfers.
- Best for: Sticker production, heat transfer vinyl (HTV) applications, and decals.
- Key features: Automated sheet cutting, high-speed operation, and precise alignment.
- Example machines: Graphtec CE7000-40 and Graphtec CE7000-60
Garment Folding Machines
Garment folding machines automate apparel folding, improving efficiency for print shops, fulfillment centers, and retail businesses.
- Best for: T-shirt businesses & large-scale apparel production.
- Key features: Speed, consistency, adjustable folding settings, and compact storage.
- Example machine: T•Fold
Why Customization Equipment Matters for Your Business
Choosing the right customization equipment is essential for efficiency, quality, and business growth. The right machinery enhances production speed, reduces costs, and ensures high-quality results.
- Textile customization solutions like DTF create durable designs with minimal labor. By eliminating weeding and pretreatment, these technologies help streamline production and boost efficiency.
- Non-textile customization options like UV printing allow for direct application on surfaces like acrylic, metal, and glass. With instant curing and strong adhesion, they’re perfect for high-demand production.
- Embellishment equipment, including embroidery, adds texture and dimension to garments, increasing their value.
- Production essentials like heat presses streamline workflow, ensuring precise finishing, accurate cutting, and professional packaging.
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