Garment and textile screen printers who focus on high-volume production have turned to automatic carousel presses almost exclusively for the past two decades. These machines offer the speed and repeatability to complete jobs quickly and accurately, no matter how large the print run. However, some shops that are in growth mode or are poised to expand their businesses may not have the floor space to accommodate a carousel’s footprint.
The oval press is an alternative to the carousel design that is configured to make more efficient use of a printer’s available production area. Their typically long, narrow footprint may also be better suited to areas interrupted by columns or other physical obstructions.