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Machines
i.Required Machine Categories
PNG does not require one machine category by itself. The required machine is determined by the selected production method and product.
Production use Typical required machine category Sublimation transfer Sublimation printer plus a compatible heat press or product-specific heating fixture DTF production DTF printing, powder application, curing, and heat-press equipment DTG production DTG printer, pretreatment equipment as required, curing equipment, and garment platen Raster engraving Compatible laser engraver with ventilation and material-safe setup Printed stickers or labels Compatible printer and, when contour cut, cutting equipment ii.Optional Equipment
Optional equipment can improve proofing, placement, consistency, and finishing but must fit the chosen production process.
- Calibrated display and color-measurement equipment
- Product-specific jigs, templates, alignment lasers, rulers, or placement guides
- Test presses, sample blanks, and proofing tools
- Cutters or trimmers for printed media
- Photography equipment for documenting proofs and finished goods
- Barcode, labeling, and job-tracking equipment
iii.Supporting Equipment
Supporting equipment prepares materials, maintains safe conditions, verifies output, and completes the product. Requirements vary widely by workflow.
Examples include:
- Computer capable of running the production software
- Ventilation, filtration, fire-safety, and personal protective equipment
- Cleaning, maintenance, and calibration tools
- Pretreatment, curing, cooling, pressing, or finishing equipment
- Measurement tools for dimensions, temperature, pressure, and placement
- Inspection lighting and packaging equipment