[lkt1954]

We are considering adding a 4 color/4 station manual press to our shop. I have been doing some research and there is a lot to look at.

My question here is: "If you were buying a new manual press today, what brand would you buy and why?

Thanks
Larry

 

[JamieLampert]

I would go with an M&R kruzer or sidewinder.

https://www.mrprint.com/equipment/kruzer-manual-screen-printing-press

https://www.mrprint.com/equipment/sidewinder-manual-screen-printing-press

I have a sidewinder for sale if your interested in going that route

 

[socceronly]

Wish I bought a Kruzer

 

[NoXid]

I went with Vastex 2000. I like the controls better than the Kruzer, and I didn't want side-clamp heads (if you want side-clamp heads, the Kruzer is a great deal).

 

[Melagoo]

I just bought a Vastex 4 Colour 4 Station ... waiting for its arrival ...

 

[socceronly]

Everything mentioned here is good

 

[NoXid]

Everything mentioned here is good

^ True.

If at all possible, you should visit a distributor or a show and get a few minutes of hands-on to see how the controls feel to you. You don't need to actually print, just going through the motions of setting up a screen should be enough. Doing this is why I bought the Vastex rather than the Kruzer.

But different strokes for different folks, so get your own hands on the gear and see what you think.

 

[calilos]

What this guy said, touch before you buy.

^ True.

If at all possible, you should visit a distributor or a show and get a few minutes of hands-on to see how the controls feel to you. You don't need to actually print, just going through the motions of setting up a screen should be enough. Doing this is why I bought the Vastex rather than the Kruzer.

But different strokes for different folks, so get your own hands on the gear and see what you think.