• Lawson Trooper PC modular automatic t-shirt press with same-station print-and-flash capability, showing a 6-color 6-station configuration on a white background.
  • Pneumatic air filtration and regulator system for the Lawson Trooper automatic press, showing the water trap and pressure adjustment gauge mounted to the heavy-duty black steel base.
  • The reinforced industrial base of a Lawson Trooper automatic t-shirt press, showing the precision leveling system and modular frame design for long-term stability.
  • The core mechanical drive system of the Lawson Trooper automatic press, featuring precision-machined gears and reinforced support arms for accurate t-shirt screen printing registration.
  • The modular flex-head of a Lawson Trooper automatic press, showing the high-clearance print station and aluminum garment platen designed for fast t-shirt production.
  • The modular AC electric print head of a Lawson Trooper automatic press, showing precision adjustment knobs and high-speed pneumatic controls for consistent screen printing production.
  • The heavy-duty registration gate and lock-in assembly on a Lawson Trooper automatic press, featuring precision bearings and a reinforced red support arm to ensure consistent multi-color print accuracy.
  • Precision micro-registration and pneumatic screen clamping system on the Lawson Trooper PC automatic press, designed for fast setup and exact color alignment.
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Trooper Automatic Screen Printing Press

Trooper Automatic Screen Printing Press

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What power and air requirements are needed to run the Lawson Trooper?
The Lawson Trooper standard configuration requires a 220V, single-phase power supply (20 Amps) and a dedicated air compressor delivering 100 PSI at 10 to 15 CFM.

How many garments per hour can the Lawson Trooper print?
Under standard operating conditions, the Trooper press can produce between 800 and 1,000 printed shirts per hour, depending on graphic complexity and operator loading speed.

Where is the Lawson Trooper screen printing press manufactured?
The Lawson Trooper is built in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, by Lawson Screen & Digital Products, featuring factory-direct support and technical service.

Can I print youth and specialized garments on the Trooper?
Yes, the quick-change platen mechanism allows operators to swap standard 16x22 inch platens for youth, sleeve, pocket, or zipper platens in seconds without tools.

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Description

The Lawson Trooper Automatic Screen Printing Press is an industrial-grade, electric-driven automatic t-shirt printing machine designed for high-speed apparel production and print consistency. Engineered for print shops transitioning from manual to automatic production or expanding commercial output, the Trooper delivers smooth AC electric drive indexing, pneumatic print heads, and intuitive touchscreen controls. Built in St. Louis, Missouri, this screen printing press provides commercial screen printers across the United States with reliable performance, quick setup times, and maximum job turnaround efficiency.

The Lawson Trooper Automatic Screen Printing Press is an industrial-grade, electric-driven automatic t-shirt printing machine designed for high-speed apparel production and print consistency. Engineered for print shops transitioning from manual to automatic production or expanding commercial output, the Trooper delivers smooth AC electric drive indexing, pneumatic print heads, and intuitive touchscreen controls. Built in St. Louis, Missouri, this screen printing press provides commercial screen printers across the United States with reliable performance, quick setup times, and maximum job turnaround efficiency.

The LWG Difference

  • American Manufacturing & Support: Every Trooper press is engineered and manufactured in St. Louis, Missouri, supported by direct factory technicians and responsive customer service.
  • All-Electric Indexing Drive: Smooth, quiet, and precise turntable indexing reduces mechanical wear while maintaining high registration accuracy on long production runs.
  • Turnkey Factory Training & Onsite Setup: Complete installation guidance, operational training, and technical assistance are included to ensure minimal downtime during setup.
  • Modular Expandability: Designed with flexible station and color configurations, allowing print shops to scale capacity as business demand grows.
  • American Manufacturing & Support: Every Trooper press is engineered and manufactured in St. Louis, Missouri, supported by direct factory technicians and responsive customer service.
  • All-Electric Indexing Drive: Smooth, quiet, and precise turntable indexing reduces mechanical wear while maintaining high registration accuracy on long production runs.
  • Turnkey Factory Training & Onsite Setup: Complete installation guidance, operational training, and technical assistance are included to ensure minimal downtime during setup.
  • Modular Expandability: Designed with flexible station and color configurations, allowing print shops to scale capacity as business demand grows.

Features

  • Electric Driven Indexer: Quiet AC electric indexer provides fast, repeatable, and vibration-free carousel rotation.
  • Independent Print Heads: Individual air-operated print heads allow customized squeegee speed, stroke length, and angle settings per station.
  • PLC Touchscreen Control Panel: Centralized digital control interface for quick job setups, batch counting, auto-dwell times, and multi-stroke options.
  • Quick-Change Platen System: Tool-free platen installation and removal streamline job turnover between adult, youth, and sleeve prints.
  • Micro-Registration System: Precision zero-play micro-registration simplifies multi-color alignment and reduces setup time.
  • Pneumatic Screen Clamps: Front-loading air screen clamps secure frames tightly to eliminate movement during high-speed printing.
  • Electric Driven Indexer: Quiet AC electric indexer provides fast, repeatable, and vibration-free carousel rotation.
  • Independent Print Heads: Individual air-operated print heads allow customized squeegee speed, stroke length, and angle settings per station.
  • PLC Touchscreen Control Panel: Centralized digital control interface for quick job setups, batch counting, auto-dwell times, and multi-stroke options.
  • Quick-Change Platen System: Tool-free platen installation and removal streamline job turnover between adult, youth, and sleeve prints.
  • Micro-Registration System: Precision zero-play micro-registration simplifies multi-color alignment and reduces setup time.
  • Pneumatic Screen Clamps: Front-loading air screen clamps secure frames tightly to eliminate movement during high-speed printing.

Specifications Table

Print Drive System Pneumatic print stroke with AC electric carousel indexing
Maximum Print Area 16 x 18 inches (Standard); custom sizes available
Standard Platen Size 16 x 22 inches rubber-topped aluminum platens
Maximum Screen Frame Size 23 x 31 inches outer dimension
Production Speed Up to 800–1,000 prints per hour depending on configuration
Electrical Requirements 220V, 1-Phase, 50/60Hz, 20 Amps (Standard setup)
Compressed Air Requirements 100 PSI @ 10–15 CFM depending on number of print heads
Machine Diameter 10.5 ft to 14.5 ft based on station count (6, 8, or 10 color configurations)

Comparison Table

Feature / Metric Lawson Trooper express ex automatic screen printing press mini trooper automatic screen printing press
Target Shop Size Mid to Large Commercial Shops High-Volume Production Facilities Entry-Level to Mid-Size Shops
Production Capacity Up to 800 - 1,000 shirts/hr Up to 900 - 1,000+ shirts/hr Up to 500 - 700 shirts/hr
Drive / Indexing Mechanism Quiet AC Electric Indexing Heavy-Duty Servo / Electric Indexing Compact Electric or Pneumatic Indexing
Max Print Area Standard 16" x 18" Large Format / Oversized Options Compact 14" x 14" (or 16" x 16")
Footprint & Diameter Standard Footprint (10.5 ft - 14.5 ft) Full Industrial Footprint Space-Saving / Fits Small Garages & Shops
Power / Air Requirements 220V, 1-Phase / 100 PSI @ 10-15 CFM 220V, 1-Phase / High CFM Air Supply Low CFM Air / Standard Shop Power
Best Used For Versatile day-to-day automatic apparel output Maximum speed and heavy-duty industrial runs Transitioning from manual to automatic printing in tight spaces