Direct-to-Garment Printers | Epson DTG & DTF Hybrid Equipment

The Ultimate Guide to Epson Direct-to-Garment (DTG) & Hybrid Printing

Choosing the right garment printer is the most critical decision for your custom apparel business. At Lawson Screen & Digital Products, we provide more than just equipment; we provide a complete production ecosystem. Our lineup of Epson SureColor printers represents the gold standard in reliability, color accuracy, and versatility.

Why Choose Epson DTG Technology?

Epson has revolutionized the industry by developing the printer, the printhead, and the ink in-house. This vertical integration ensures that your F2270 or F3070 delivers consistent results wash after wash.

  • Hybrid Versatility: Modern Epson models like the SureColor F1070 allow you to switch seamlessly between Direct-to-Garment (DTG) for soft cotton feel and Direct-to-Film (DTF) for polyester and complex blends.
  • Industrial Throughput: For high-volume shops, the Epson F3070 Production Edition offers bulk ink systems and dual-printhead technology to minimize costs per print.
  • Simplified Maintenance: With automated cleaning systems and the Epson DTG & DTF Maintenance Kit, you spend less time teching your machine and more time printing shirts.

The Lawson Advantage: Beyond the Box

When you purchase an Epson printer from Lawson, you gain a partner with over 75 years of industry expertise. Every printer comes with:

  1. Free Certified Training: We ensure your team knows how to operate, pre-treat, and cure garments for professional results.
  2. Personal Printing Coach: Direct access to experts who can troubleshoot your specific shop challenges.
  3. Local Support: With offices in St. Louis, Atlanta, and beyond, we offer the technical service you need to keep your rollers turning.

Commercial Epson Direct-to-Garment (DTG) & Hybrid DTF Printers

Choosing the right high-performance garment printer is the foundation of a successful custom apparel decorating business. Sourcing reliable direct-to-garment (DTG) technology ensures ultra-soft fabric feel, crisp fine-line details, and vibrant full-color graphics on high-cotton garments. With hybrid capabilities, modern DTG systems easily double as Direct-to-Film (DTF) transfer stations to expand your production reach onto dark polyesters, technical outerwear, and synthetic blends without adding redundant machinery.

Industrial Throughput with Integrated Precision


Lawson Workhorse Group (LWG) supplies commercial Epson SureColor DTG and hybrid systems engineered for maximum ink efficiency, color consistency, and continuous multi-shift production:


All Epson DTG machinery purchased through Lawson Workhorse Group comes backed by factory warranties, direct support from personal printing coaches, and fast shipping out of facilities in St. Louis, MO, and Atlanta, GA.

Direct-to-Garment Printers: FAQ

Can Epson DTG printers also print Direct-to-Film (DTF) transfers?


Yes. Modern Epson SureColor models like the F1070 and F2270 are hybrid systems. They can print directly onto cotton garments or output film transfers for heat-pressing onto polyester, nylon, and dark synthetic blends.

Do I need to pretreat every shirt before DTG printing?


Pretreatment is required when applying white ink on dark-colored garments to keep the white base suspended on top of the fabric fibers. For light-colored shirts printed with CMYK inks only, pretreatment is optional but recommended to boost color vibrancy and wash durability.

What is the primary difference between the Epson F2270 and F3070?


The Epson F2270 is a versatile, mid-sized printer ideal for boutiques and growing print shops. The Epson F3070 Production Edition is engineered for high-volume industrial facilities, featuring bulk ink supply tanks and dual printheads for higher print speeds and lower ink costs.

How much maintenance do Epson DTG printers require?


Epson printers feature automated cleaning cycles that execute routine self-maintenance. Maintaining top performance requires a simple 5-to-10-minute manual cleaning routine using an official Epson Maintenance Kit to keep cap tops and printheads clear.

Does Lawson provide training and technical support for new DTG equipment?


Yes. Every printer purchased from Lawson Workhorse Group includes certified training and access to a personal printing coach to assist with pretreatment, software configuration, and curing workflows out of our hubs in St. Louis, MO, and Atlanta, GA.