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Auto Release Pop-Up Upgrade for DK20 & DK16 Heat Presses

Auto Release Pop-Up Upgrade for DK20 & DK16 Heat Presses

Geo. Knight

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$375.00 USD
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Where can I buy or pick up the Geo Knight Auto-Release Upgrade Kit locally?

You can securely place your order online and choose convenient local pickup at either the Lawson Screen & Digital Products corporate headquarters in St. Louis, MO (Penrose Street) or our Atlanta area branch in Marietta, GA (Cobb Industrial Drive). Local pickup can also be coordinated through our satellite offices in Phoenix, Orlando, and Des Moines.

Which specific heat press models can accept this auto-open upgrade?

This retrofit upgrade is built exclusively for the manual Digital Knight clamshell series manufactured by Geo. Knight & Co. It is fully compatible with:

  • DK16 (14" x 16" Clamshell Press)
  • DK20 (16" x 20" Clamshell Press)
  • (Note: This kit is intended to upgrade manual versions. If you are buying a brand-new press and want this feature built-in from the factory, look at the DK16A or DK20A models).

Does this upgrade kit require an external air compressor to lift the platen?

No! Unlike fully pneumatic systems that rely on loud compressed air cylinders, this Auto-Release system is entirely electro-magnetic. It utilizes your press's existing heavy-duty mechanical gas shocks to lift the platen automatically the moment the electronic magnet releases, keeping your shop quiet and saving on equipment footprint.

How difficult is the installation process for a shop owner?

The kit is designed for straightforward field installation and requires no permanent modifications to your frame. It arrives as a complete assembly featuring a new digital controller housing back containing the magnet mechanism, alongside matching arm brackets and simple plug-and-play internal wiring extensions. Step-by-step documentation is included to get your machine upgraded quickly.

What are the electrical requirements for running the upgraded press?

The electro-magnetic mechanism is engineered to tap right into the machine’s standard power distribution. Upgraded units continue to run safely on your existing 110V / 15 Amp workshop circuits without needing dedicated high-power industrial electrical modifications.

Can I finance my shop's new equipment and accessories through Lawson?

Yes! If you are bundling this automated pop-up upgrade kit with a brand-new direct-to-film system, a rolling universal floor stand, or alternative platens, commercial equipment financing options are available to protect your liquidity. You can apply quickly and securely via our dedicated Lawson financing page.

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Are you looking to completely eliminate the risk of scorched garments, ruined transfers, and being anchored to your machine during production? The Auto Release Pop-Up Upgrade for DK20 & DK16 Heat Presses is an industrial-strength, electro-magnetic upgrade kit engineered by Geo. Knight & Co. This factory-grade retrofit kit allows shop owners to easily transform their standard manual Digital Knight DK16 or DK20 clamshell presses into fully automated, self-opening production units without the extreme cost or noise of a pneumatic air compressor setup.

The primary operational advantage of this Auto Release Upgrade is its hands-free, time-saving convenience. When installed, an integrated electronic magnet holds the upper heat platen down securely during the press cycle. The exact second your digital countdown timer reaches zero, the circuit automatically cuts power to the magnet, allowing the heavy-duty gas shocks to smoothly pop the press open. Highly optimized for busy, multi-tasking print shops handling DTF transfers, sublimation blanks, screen printed transfers, heat transfer vinyl (HTV), and laser toner transfers, this mechanism lets a single operator safely step away to weed vinyl, prep subsequent garments, or run a separate printer without worrying about over-baking fabric.

Arriving complete with all necessary mounting brackets, wiring harnesses, and a brand-new digital control housing update, this USA-made upgrade instantly injects high-efficiency automation into your manual apparel decoration line.

📍 Local Pickup Available: Skip the shipping wait! In-store local pickup is available at our St. Louis, MO (HQ) and Atlanta / Marietta, GA hubs. If the item is in stock, your upgrade kit can be ready for pickup quickly—simply check local availability or contact us to confirm before heading over.