{"product_id":"schulze-blue-press-dtg-heat-press","title":"SCHULZE Blue Press DTG 40cm x 60cm Manual Self-Opening Heat Press","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSCHULZE Blue Press DTG 40cm x 60cm Manual Self-Opening Heat Press\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional transfer press developed specifically for \u003cstrong\u003eDirect-to-Garment (DTG) printing and pretreatment curing\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring a generous 40 x 60 cm pressing area, perforated lower platen, automatic opening, and electronic time and temperature controls, the Blue Press DTG is designed to improve moisture management and provide faster, more consistent curing of DTG-printed garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe key feature of the Blue Press DTG is its \u003cstrong\u003eperforated lower platen\u003c\/strong\u003e. During pressing, excess moisture from DTG pretreatment can move downward through the perforations instead of becoming trapped between the garment and heating platen. This helps promote more even moisture removal and can significantly reduce the time required to cure pretreatment and DTG prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSCHULZE reports that this specialized airflow design can \u003cstrong\u003ereduce curing times by up to 50%\u003c\/strong\u003e compared with conventional pressing methods, helping increase production speed while minimizing unnecessary heat exposure to the textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe press is manually closed using its ergonomic handle and \u003cstrong\u003eautomatically opens when the programmed pressing time is complete\u003c\/strong\u003e. This self-opening operation helps reduce the chance of over-curing while allowing the operator to prepare the next garment or complete other production tasks during the pressing cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElectronic controls provide straightforward adjustment of \u003cstrong\u003etime and temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e for repeatable production. With a maximum temperature of 220°C and up to approximately 500 kg of pressing force, the Blue Press DTG provides the heat and pressure required for professional DTG curing and a variety of compatible heat transfer applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 40 x 60 cm lower platen provides ample room for T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and other garments. SCHULZE also recommends the press for compatible sublimation products such as floor mats, where the naturally insulating rubber layer can help support even heat transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike SCHULZE presses equipped with the Quick Release system, the \u003cstrong\u003eheating and lower platens on the Blue Press DTG are fixed and not interchangeable\u003c\/strong\u003e. This dedicated construction keeps the machine focused specifically on DTG and large-format textile curing workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn optional \u003cstrong\u003edrip tray\u003c\/strong\u003e can be installed beneath the perforated platen to collect excess pretreatment liquid, helping keep the workstation cleaner during repeated DTG production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40 x 60 cm pressing area\u003c\/strong\u003e – Large workspace for T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and other garments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned specifically for DTG production\u003c\/strong\u003e – Optimized for pretreatment and print curing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforated lower platen\u003c\/strong\u003e – Allows excess moisture from pretreatment to move downward during pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaster moisture removal\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps promote more even and consistent DTG curing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 50% shorter curing times\u003c\/strong\u003e – Specialized platen design can significantly improve DTG finishing efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual operation\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides straightforward operator-controlled closing and pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic opening\u003c\/strong\u003e – Heating platen automatically releases when the programmed pressing cycle is complete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic time control\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides repeatable pressing times for frequently used DTG settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic temperature control\u003c\/strong\u003e – Precisely adjust heat for different garments and applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 500 kg pressing force\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides substantial pressure for professional textile production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.4 kW heating system\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for reliable heating across the large 40 x 60 cm platen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum temperature of 220°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtective lower-platen cover included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional drip tray\u003c\/strong\u003e – Collects excess pretreatment beneath the perforated base platen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact professional design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Well suited for dedicated DTG finishing stations and print shops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy a Perforated Platen for DTG?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDTG garments are commonly treated with a liquid pretreatment before printing. During heat pressing, that moisture needs to escape from the textile. On a conventional solid lower platen, moisture can remain trapped within the garment or between the garment and pressing surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Press DTG's perforated platen provides a path for that moisture to move downward and away from the garment. This helps the pretreatment and ink cure more evenly while reducing unnecessary pressing time and moisture buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDTG Pretreatment Curing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-to-Garment Print Curing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDTG T-Shirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDTG Hoodies and Sweatshirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted Apparel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextile Finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Sublimation Transfers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloor Mats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialty Textile Applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-data-sheet\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSCHULZE Blue Press DTG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118082\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Press Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual \/ Self-Opening \/ DTG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlaten Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 x 60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLower Platen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerforated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e99 Minutes 59 Seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Pressing Force\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 500 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeating Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4 kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreheat Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 15 Minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e97 x 85 x 41 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Including Packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 43 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchangeable Platens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Opening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeating Element Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe heating and lower platens are fixed and are not interchangeable. 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