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Kick-Start Advanced: Water-Based, Discharge and DTG Conveyor Dryer

Kick-Start Advanced: Water-Based, Discharge and DTG Conveyor Dryer

LWG - Lawson Workhorse Group

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Regular price $3,795.00 USD
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Questions & Answers

Q: Does the Kick-Start Dryer require special electrical wiring?
A: No. The Kick-Start Infrared Dryer operates on standard 120-volt plug-in household wiring, making it ideal for home shops, mobile setups, and garage print setups.

Q: Can I use the Kick-Start as a tabletop dryer or does it require legs?
A: It is available in both configurations. You can run it as a benchtop model on an existing workbench or purchase the floor model variant equipped with dedicated floor legs.

Q: What happens when my production volume outgrows this dryer?
A: As part of Lawson's unique Trade-In, Trade-Up program, you can trade in your Kick-Start dryer toward the purchase of a larger Lawson conveyor dryer as your business expands.

Q: Where can I see or pick up the Kick-Start Dryer in person?
A: You can schedule a demonstration or arrange regional equipment pickup at Lawson facilities in St. Louis, MO or Marietta, GA.

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Description

The Lawson Kick-Start Infrared Conveyor Dryer is a compact, portable, and ultra-reliable tabletop screen printing tunnel dryer engineered for small print shops, home-based businesses, live event printing, and educational labs. Precision-built for printmakers in St. Louis, Atlanta, and across North America, the Kick-Start delivers professional curing performance in a space-saving footprint. Featuring adjustable infrared heating elements, digital temperature controls, and variable belt speed, this dryer efficiently cures t-shirts, hoodies, caps, and specialty heat transfers. Operating on standard 120V household wiring and shipping fully assembled, it offers plug-and-play setup within minutes of unboxing.

The Lawson Kick-Start Infrared Conveyor Dryer is a compact, portable, and ultra-reliable tabletop screen printing tunnel dryer engineered for small print shops, home-based businesses, live event printing, and educational labs. Precision-built for printmakers in St. Louis, Atlanta, and across North America, the Kick-Start delivers professional curing performance in a space-saving footprint. Featuring adjustable infrared heating elements, digital temperature controls, and variable belt speed, this dryer efficiently cures t-shirts, hoodies, caps, and specialty heat transfers. Operating on standard 120V household wiring and shipping fully assembled, it offers plug-and-play setup within minutes of unboxing.

The LWG Difference

  • Local Fast Pickup & Demo Hubs: Inspect machinery in person or schedule rapid equipment pickup at regional distribution centers in St. Louis, MO or Atlanta / Marietta, GA.
  • Trade-In, Trade-Up Guarantee: Backed by Lawson’s exclusive Trade-In, Trade-Up program, ensuring your business can upgrade equipment without losing your initial investment.
  • Versatile Tabletop or Stand Configuration: Operates as a space-saving benchtop unit or mounts directly onto an optional floor stand with legs for permanent shop placement.
  • Instant Portability for Live Events: Fits easily into minivans, SUVs, or event trailers for on-site shirt printing at trade shows, schools, and festivals.
  • Local Fast Pickup & Demo Hubs: Inspect machinery in person or schedule rapid equipment pickup at regional distribution centers in St. Louis, MO or Atlanta / Marietta, GA.
  • Trade-In, Trade-Up Guarantee: Backed by Lawson’s exclusive Trade-In, Trade-Up program, ensuring your business can upgrade equipment without losing your initial investment.
  • Versatile Tabletop or Stand Configuration: Operates as a space-saving benchtop unit or mounts directly onto an optional floor stand with legs for permanent shop placement.
  • Instant Portability for Live Events: Fits easily into minivans, SUVs, or event trailers for on-site shirt printing at trade shows, schools, and festivals.

Features

  • Standard 120V Electrical Setup: Plugs into standard 120-volt electrical outlets for immediate operation without expensive shop re-wiring.
  • Ships Fully Assembled: Out-of-the-box readiness eliminates complicated setup so you can start curing shirts immediately.
  • Infrared Panel Curing: High-efficiency electric IR heating elements provide uniform heat distribution across garment surfaces.
  • Variable Belt Speed Drive: Precision drive system allows operators to fine-tune dwell times for plastisol inks, flash curing, and heat transfers.
  • Adjustable Chamber Guards: Thermal retention guards adjust vertically to trap ambient heat inside the tunnel, maximizing temperature output and energy savings.
  • Standard 120V Electrical Setup: Plugs into standard 120-volt electrical outlets for immediate operation without expensive shop re-wiring.
  • Ships Fully Assembled: Out-of-the-box readiness eliminates complicated setup so you can start curing shirts immediately.
  • Infrared Panel Curing: High-efficiency electric IR heating elements provide uniform heat distribution across garment surfaces.
  • Variable Belt Speed Drive: Precision drive system allows operators to fine-tune dwell times for plastisol inks, flash curing, and heat transfers.
  • Adjustable Chamber Guards: Thermal retention guards adjust vertically to trap ambient heat inside the tunnel, maximizing temperature output and energy savings.

Specifications Table

Feature Specification
Dryer Type Portable Tabletop / Floor Infrared Textile Conveyor Dryer
Power Requirements Standard 120V Plug-In Wiring
Heat Source Electric Infrared Heating Element
Configuration Options Benchtop Model or Floor Model (With Floor Legs)
Compatible Inks Plastisol Inks, Flash Curing, Lab Testing, and Heat Transfers
Portability Lightweight Compact Frame (Fits inside standard minivans & SUVs)
Origin Made in USA (St. Louis, MO & Atlanta, GA distribution)

Comparison Table

Feature Lawson Kick Start Dryer Standard DIY / Overseas Tabletop Dryers
Electrical Setup Standard 120V plug-and-play design requires no special electrician wiring Often requires custom 220V single-phase modifications or improper plug wiring
Build Quality & Upgrades Handcrafted in the USA with Lawson's Trade-In, Trade-Up protection Thin sheet metal construction with zero trade-in value when you outgrow capacity
Assembly Ships 100% fully assembled and ready to print out of the box Requires hours of manual assembly, wiring setup, and belt alignment
Factory Support Direct US engineering, stocked domestic replacement parts, and technician service Unbranded overseas imports with no domestic technical support or spare parts