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APEX X8 - 8 Station 16” x 20” Fully Automatic Rotary Heat Press

APEX X8 - 8 Station 16” x 20” Fully Automatic Rotary Heat Press

MicroTec USA

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$41,391.00 USD
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Description

Maximize your facility’s daily transfer capacity and achieve ultimate production efficiency with the APEX X8 8-Station Fully Automatic Rotary Heat Press by Microtec USA, exclusively distributed and supported across North America by Lawson Workhorse Group (LWG). Engineered specifically for high-volume Direct-to-Film (DTF) transfer applications, contract apparel decorators, and industrial print fulfillment operations, the APEX X8 delivers continuous carousel pressing to process 385 to 420 garments per hour with just a single operator.

Featuring eight heavy-duty 16" x 20" workstations and a 4-head multi-stage configuration—including 3 active heating platens and 1 dedicated water-cooled cooling platen—the APEX X8 accelerates hot-peel and cold-peel transfer processing without downtime. The integrated water-cooling system rapidly drops film temperatures from 212°F down to 104°F in seconds, completely eliminating production bottlenecks and backing up film handling. An intuitive 10.4" PLC color touchscreen interface provides full control over dwell times, station speeds, and multi-zone temperature parameters.

Whether you manage an industrial garment decorating plant in Chicago, St. Louis, Atlanta, or anywhere nationwide, the APEX X8 brings true industrial-grade rotary automation to your shop floor.

The LWG Difference

When you invest in commercial heat press automation from Lawson Workhorse Group (LWG), you receive more than equipment—you partner with over 75 years of trusted American screen printing and digital imaging leadership:

  • Fast Regional Shipping & Local Support: Orders ship quickly from our California distribution hub, backed by regional technical support and supply centers in St. Louis, MO (HQ), Marietta / Atlanta, GA, Phoenix, Orlando, and Des Moines.
  • Turnkey Workflow & Cooling Calibration: Our technical specialists assist in setting ideal temperature ramps, water-cooling flow rates, and pneumatic pressure for your exact DTF powder and film combinations.
  • Factory-Trained Service & Parts: Gain direct access to US-based technical support and fast-dispatch replacement parts without communication barriers or overseas freight delays.
  • Flexible Commercial Financing: Keep your operating capital liquid with tailored equipment financing and lease-to-own programs designed for fast return on investment (ROI).

Features

  • 8-Station Continuous Carousel Platform: Features eight heavy-duty 16" x 20" workstations for non-stop loading, pressing, active cooling, and unloading cycles.
  • 4-Head Multi-Stage Configuration: Equipped with 3 active heating platens and 1 active water-cooling platen for maximum heat transfer efficiency and rapid film setting.
  • Integrated Water-Cooling System: Rapidly drops transfer temperatures from 212°F to 104–140°F in seconds, drastically accelerating hot and cold peel transfer removal.
  • 10.4" PLC Color Touchscreen: User-friendly machine-mounted digital interface with job parameter memory for quick setups and effortless daily operation.
  • Garment Conditioning & Fiber Flattening: Multi-stage heat heads flatten garment fibers and condition fabric for optimal ink and adhesive bonding.
  • Industrial Heavy-Duty Pneumatics: Constructed with heavy-gauge steel framework and stable pallet arms to deliver consistent, edge-to-edge pressure over long production runs.

Specifications Table

Product Name : APEX X8 - 8 Station 16” x 20” Fully Automatic Rotary Heat Press

Workstation Count | 8
Platen Size | 15.7" x 19.7"
Production Capacity | Up To 385 Units/hour*
Temperature Range | 0-450°F
Time Range | 0-999 Seconds
Shipping Size | 122.5" x 84.6" x 88.6"
Air Requirements (CFM) | 40.0 CFM
Power Consumption | 8500W
Voltage | 220V 3 Phase
Amps | 23A
Machine Dimensions | 120" x 120" x 75"
Method of Operation | Pneumatic
Machine Line | Apex
Shipping Weight | 3334 lb
Net Weight | 2409 lb
Color | Gray and White

Comparison Table

FEATURES : APEX X8 ROTARY HEAT PRESS : apex-x6-6-station-16-x-20-fully-automatic : apex-x4-4-station-16-x-20-fully-automatic-rotary-heat-press
Station Capacity : 8 Heavy-Duty Rotary Stations : 6 Heavy-Duty Rotary Stations : 4 Heavy-Duty Rotary Stations
Head Configuration : 4 Heads (3 Active Heating Heads + 1 Active Water-Cooling Head) : 2 Active Heating Heads (Optional Preheat Station) : 1 or 2 Heating Heads
Cooling Integration : Built-in Active Water-Cooling Station (Instant temp drop to 104°F) : Ambient air cooling on rotation : Ambient air cooling on rotation
Production Output : 385 – 420 garments per hour (Maximum continuous output) : Up to 420 garments per hour : Up to 250 garments per hour
Ideal Film Workflow : Optimized for Instant Hot-Peel & High-Speed Cold-Peel DTF : Hot-Peel & Standard DTF transfers : Standard DTF & screen print transfers
Control System : 10.4" PLC Color Touchscreen with cooling management : 10.4" Color Digital Touchscreen : Digital Touchscreen Panel
Best Suitable For : Enterprise print facilities, 24/7 contract decorators & high-speed DTF hubs : High-volume commercial DTF & transfer production shops : Growing print shops stepping up to carousel automation

Questions & Answers

What makes the APEX X8 different from the APEX X6 and X4 models?

The APEX X8 is the largest and most automated carousel press in the line. It features 8 total stations and a 4-head multi-stage system that includes 3 active heating heads plus a dedicated water-cooling platen. This setup allows garments to be pressed and cooled directly on the carousel before unloading.

How does the integrated water-cooling system work on the APEX X8?

As garments rotate through the carousel after the 3 heating cycles, they pass under an active water-cooled platen. This system rapidly lowers the transfer film temperature from 212°F down to 104°F–140°F in seconds. This ensures instant film setting, making it ideal for both immediate hot-peel and rapid cold-peel DTF film workflows.

How many garments per hour can the APEX X8 press?

The APEX X8 processes between 385 and 420 garments per hour with just a single operator loading and unloading garments.

Does the APEX X8 require an air compressor and water supply?

Yes. The APEX X8 utilizes pneumatic cylinders for automated carousel indexing and consistent downward pressing force (requiring clean, dry compressed air). It also connects to a closed-loop water cooling system (included/supported) to supply chilled liquid to the cooling station platen.

Can I integrate an automatic peeler or unloader with the APEX X8?

Yes! The APEX X8 pairs perfectly with the APEX X-Peel Pro Fully Automatic Peeler and Unloader to automatically pull transfer film and unload finished shirts, enabling near-autonomous heat press operation.