Automatic Screen Printing Machines & Presses | Lawson Screen & Digital

High-Production Automatic Screen Printing Presses

Scale Your Output, Reduce Labor Costs, and Maximize Profit

Manual printing has its limits. When your shop reaches the point where you are turning down large orders or struggling with consistency, it’s time to automate. Lawson’s range of automatic screen printing machines—from the space-saving Mini-Max to the industrial Copperhead Series—allows a single operator to outperform a manual crew by 5x, ensuring perfect registration on every garment.

1. The Small Shop Powerhouse

For shops transitioning from manual, the Mini-Max Automatic Press is the industry standard. It is the only professional automatic press designed to fit through a standard 36-inch door, meaning you can bring industrial speed into a home or basement shop without expensive renovations.

2. High-Speed Commercial Production

For high-volume retail and contract printing, the Mini-Trooper and Workhorse Sabre offer advanced features like electric indexing and AC drive heads. These machines are built for 24/7 operation, providing the quiet, smooth, and lightning-fast cycles required for 500+ prints per hour.

3. The Future of Automation: Copperhead Series

As a proud partner of DCC, we offer the Copperhead Flex Plus and Copperhead Speedmaster. These machines represent the cutting edge of screen printing technology, featuring intuitive touch-screen interfaces and rapid-set-up systems that slash your "downtime" between jobs.

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Why Choose Lawson Automation?

Made in the USA: Our Lawson-branded presses, like the Trooper Express, are engineered and supported right here in America.

Turn-Key Setup: We don't just ship a crate; we provide the Classes and Financing programs, your new automatic press can literally pay for itself through the increased capacity it creates.

Flexible Growth: With our Financing programs, your new automatic press can literally pay for itself through the increased capacity it creates.

Scalable Automation for Growing Print Shops

Transitioning from manual to automatic printing is the most effective way to increase your shop's profitability. Lawson’s line of automatic presses, including the Mini-Max and the Mini-Trooper, are designed to provide professional-grade consistency with a smaller footprint. Whether you are looking for the precision of the Workhorse Sabre or the high-speed output of the Copperhead Series, Lawson provides the technology and 24/7 support to help you scale.

Automatic Screen Printing: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best automatic screen printing press for a small shop?

The Mini-Max Automatic Press is our most popular choice for space-constrained shops. It is designed to fit through a standard 36-inch door while providing the high-speed production and consistency of a full-sized industrial machine.

How much faster is an automatic press compared to manual printing?

An operator on an automatic press like the Mini-Trooper can typically print 400–500 shirts per hour, whereas a manual printer averages 50–100. This 5x increase in speed significantly lowers your cost-per-print and allows you to take on much larger contracts.

Do I need special power or air requirements for an automatic press?

Requirements vary by model. Some of our "all-electric" heads require standard power, while others require a dedicated air compressor to run the pneumatic components. For example, the Workhorse Sabre features electric indexing for smooth, quiet operation. We provide full facility requirement guides prior to installation.

Does Lawson provide training for new automatic press owners?

Yes. Every Lawson automatic press purchase includes professional training. We ensure your team understands the Mini-Printer M-Series or any other model you choose, covering everything from setup and registration to maintenance and troubleshooting.

Can I finance an automatic screen printing machine?

Absolutely. We offer flexible Financing Options to help businesses transition from manual to automatic production without a massive upfront capital expenditure. This allows the machine to "pay for itself" through increased monthly production.