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APEX XM-Tape Machine

APEX XM-Tape Machine

MicroTec USA

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$6,450.00 USD
$6,450.00 USD
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What mug sizes work with the APEX XM-Tape Machine?
The APEX XM-Tape Machine is engineered to seamlessly process standard 11 oz and 15 oz ceramic sublimation mugs.

How fast can the APEX XM-Tape Machine tape sublimation mugs?
The machine operates at production speeds up to 170 mugs per hour, significantly cutting down batch prep times compared to manual hand-taping.

How does this machine prevent ghosting on sublimation mugs?
By automating the taping process, the APEX XM-Tape applies consistent pressure and exact paper placement every time, eliminating paper slippage and crooked transfers that cause ghosting.

Where does the APEX XM-Tape Machine ship from and how is technical support handled?
Orders ship direct from our primary distribution hub in California, backed by regional technical support teams in St. Louis, Atlanta, Phoenix, Orlando, and Des Moines.

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Description

Eliminate slow manual prep work and increase your sublimation production output with the APEX XM-Tape Machine. Built specifically for high-volume mug decorators, promotional product suppliers, and custom giftware businesses, this automated taping system wraps and secures sublimation transfer paper faster, cleaner, and more consistently than manual taping.

Operating at production speeds of up to 170 mugs per hour, the APEX XM-Tape Machine reduces labor costs while ensuring accurate paper alignment on every mug—preventing costly ghosting, double imaging, and crooked transfers. Supported nationwide by Lawson Workhorse Group (LWG) with fast distribution out of California and satellite support teams across St. Louis, Atlanta, Phoenix, Orlando, and Des Moines.

Eliminate slow manual prep work and increase your sublimation production output with the APEX XM-Tape Machine. Built specifically for high-volume mug decorators, promotional product suppliers, and custom giftware businesses, this automated taping system wraps and secures sublimation transfer paper faster, cleaner, and more consistently than manual taping.

Operating at production speeds of up to 170 mugs per hour, the APEX XM-Tape Machine reduces labor costs while ensuring accurate paper alignment on every mug—preventing costly ghosting, double imaging, and crooked transfers. Supported nationwide by Lawson Workhorse Group (LWG) with fast distribution out of California and satellite support teams across St. Louis, Atlanta, Phoenix, Orlando, and Des Moines.

The LWG Difference

When you source automated production machinery from Lawson Workhorse Group (LWG), you get far more than hardware—you gain an industry-leading partner backed by decades of screen printing and digital decorating expertise. Your investment is fully supported by our nationwide distribution network, featuring prompt order fulfillment from our central hub alongside satellite technical support teams in St. Louis, Atlanta, Phoenix, Orlando, and Des Moines. From setup guidance to long-term parts availability, LWG ensures your shop stays operational and profitable.

When you source automated production machinery from Lawson Workhorse Group (LWG), you get far more than hardware—you gain an industry-leading partner backed by decades of screen printing and digital decorating expertise. Your investment is fully supported by our nationwide distribution network, featuring prompt order fulfillment from our central hub alongside satellite technical support teams in St. Louis, Atlanta, Phoenix, Orlando, and Des Moines. From setup guidance to long-term parts availability, LWG ensures your shop stays operational and profitable.

Features

  • High-Speed Automated Taping: Wraps and tapes sublimation transfer paper onto ceramic mugs at speeds up to 170 pieces per hour.
  • Versatile Mug Compatibility: Handles standard 11 oz and 15 oz sublimation mugs without complicated reconfiguration.
  • Consistent Transfer Alignment: Eliminates paper shift and uneven tape tension to ensure crisp, ghost-free sublimation prints.
  • Industrial Construction: Heavy-duty frame designed for reliable, continuous multi-shift production environments.
  • Nationwide Distribution & Support: Direct shipping from California with regional customer support available across the Midwest, Southeast, and West Coast.
  • High-Speed Automated Taping: Wraps and tapes sublimation transfer paper onto ceramic mugs at speeds up to 170 pieces per hour.
  • Versatile Mug Compatibility: Handles standard 11 oz and 15 oz sublimation mugs without complicated reconfiguration.
  • Consistent Transfer Alignment: Eliminates paper shift and uneven tape tension to ensure crisp, ghost-free sublimation prints.
  • Industrial Construction: Heavy-duty frame designed for reliable, continuous multi-shift production environments.
  • Nationwide Distribution & Support: Direct shipping from California with regional customer support available across the Midwest, Southeast, and West Coast.

Specifications Table

MODEL APEX XM TAPE MACHINE (SKU: XM TAPE)
Workstation Count Single
Production Capacity Up To 170 Units/hour*
Shipping Size 47.2" x 26.3" x 65"
Air Requirements (CFM) 4.2 CFM
Power Consumption 1000W
Voltage 220V
Amps 5Amp
Machine Dimensions 44.7" x 19.7" x 55.6"
Method of Operation Fully Automatic (Pneumatic)
Machine Line Apex
Shipping Weight 475 lb
Net Weight 242 lb
Color Gray and White

Comparison Table

FEATURE / SPEC APEX XM TAPE MACHINE MANUAL TAPE DISPENSER SETUP
Production Speed Up to 170 Mugs / Hour 30–50 Mugs / Hour
Alignment Accuracy Automated Precision (No Ghosting) Variable (Operator Dependent)
Labor Requirement Single-Operator Automated Prep High Manual Labor Overhead
Mug Size Compatibility Standard 11 oz & 15 oz Mugs Standard 11 oz & 15 oz Mugs
Industrial Frame Construction Heavy-Duty Production Machine Lightweight Benchtop Tools
Regional Technical Support Nationwide Support via LWG Hubs None / Self-Service