Used - Lawson Pre-Treatment Machines (4 Available) - $3,500/unit
Pre-owned Lawson automatic garment pretreatment equipment designed to provide controlled, consistent application of pretreatment solution for professional direct-to-garment printing production.
4 Total, 2 still in original box, never used. $3,500 per unit.
Characteristics
The Used Lawson Pre-Treatment Machines provide professional garment decorators with an economical way to add automated pretreatment capabilities to a direct-to-garment printing workflow.
Lawson has manufactured multiple pretreatment-machine configurations for DTG production, including the Zippy, Silver-Jet, Zoom-AE, Zoom-Pro, and other previous-generation Lawson systems. Exact model, configuration, controls, electrical requirements, spray system, and included accessories will vary according to the individual used machine available.
Automatic pretreatment equipment is designed to replace the inconsistencies associated with manually spraying garments. By controlling the movement and application of pretreatment solution, a dedicated pretreatment machine helps provide a more uniform coating across the intended print area.
Consistent pretreatment is especially important when printing dark or colored garments with white DTG ink. Proper application helps create the surface necessary for good white-ink performance, vibrant finished colors, sharp image detail, and dependable wash durability.
Automated application can also improve production efficiency by reducing operator-to-operator variation. Instead of relying on manually controlling spray distance, movement, and coverage, the machine provides a repeatable process that can help shops establish more predictable pretreatment results.
Depending on the specific Lawson model, operators may have control over parameters such as spray length, spray area, solution output, spray-head movement, and garment positioning. Certain models are completely electric, while other Lawson pretreatment systems may require compressed air.
Lawson pretreatment machines are designed as standalone pretreatment equipment and can be incorporated into workflows using a variety of compatible DTG printing platforms. Pretreatment chemistry should always be selected according to the garment material, color, DTG printer, and ink system being used.
These used machines can be an excellent option for DTG startups, expanding print shops, backup production equipment, and established garment decorators looking to increase pretreatment consistency without purchasing new equipment.
Because this is used equipment, the exact machine pictured and described in the individual listing is the machine being offered for sale. Buyers should review the available photos, model information, condition, included accessories, and stated operating specifications before purchasing.
Location of Equipment: Louisville, KY
Condition Notice: Like New. Used equipment sold as-is.
Shipping Notice: Buyer is responsible for arranging and coordinating all shipping and transportation.
- Pre-owned professional garment pretreatment equipment
- Manufactured by Lawson
- Designed for direct-to-garment printing workflows
- Provides controlled application of garment pretreatment solution
- Helps improve pretreatment consistency compared with manual spraying
- Supports repeatable garment preparation
- Helps reduce operator-to-operator application variation
- Promotes even pretreatment coverage
- Helps support consistent white-ink DTG printing
- Helps improve finished color vibrancy
- Supports sharp DTG image reproduction
- Proper pretreatment helps maximize wash durability
- Can improve production efficiency compared with manual spray application
- Adjustable pretreatment application depending on machine model
- Designed for professional garment-decoration environments
- Suitable for short-run and production DTG workflows
- Compatible with appropriate DTG pretreatment solutions
- Can be incorporated into workflows using multiple DTG printer platforms
- Replacement parts remain available for many Lawson pretreatment machines
- Economical alternative to purchasing new pretreatment equipment
- Suitable as a primary or backup pretreatment machine
- Individual machine configuration varies by available unit
- More consistent pretreatment application than manual hand spraying
- Helps establish repeatable DTG production procedures
- Reduces dependence on operator spraying technique
- Helps provide uniform coverage across the print area
- Can reduce unnecessary pretreatment overspray
- Helps maintain consistent garment-to-garment print quality
- Supports efficient production of dark and colored DTG garments
- Useful for shops transitioning from manual spraying to automated pretreatment
- Can serve as dedicated backup equipment for established DTG departments
- Verify the exact Lawson model before establishing operating procedures or ordering replacement parts.
- Inspect the machine, spray system, hoses, fluid lines, nozzles, pumps, drawer, controls, and other operating components before placing used equipment into production.
- Flush the pretreatment fluid system before extended periods of inactivity.
- Do not allow pretreatment solution to dry inside spray nozzles, fluid lines, pumps, or valves.
- Use distilled water or the cleaning procedure recommended for the specific machine and pretreatment chemistry.
- Inspect and clean the spray nozzle regularly to maintain a consistent spray pattern.
- Test the spray pattern before beginning a production run.
- Confirm that pretreatment is being distributed evenly across the complete print area.
- Adjust pretreatment quantity according to garment fabric, garment color, pretreatment chemistry, DTG ink system, and desired print result.
- Avoid excessive pretreatment application, which can negatively affect garment appearance and print quality.
- Test new garment styles before beginning production quantities.
- Follow the pretreatment manufacturer's drying or heat-press instructions before DTG printing.
- Keep the garment loading and spray areas clean to prevent dried pretreatment residue from transferring to garments.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance appropriate for the specific Lawson machine.
- When ordering replacement components, use the machine's exact model and serial information whenever available.
- Because Lawson has produced multiple generations of pretreatment equipment, confirm that manuals, replacement parts, and operating instructions correspond to the specific machine being used.
This equipment is used and sold in its current condition. Cosmetic appearance, production hours, model year, components, accessories, and operating condition may vary from machine to machine.
Please review all available photographs and listing information carefully. Unless specifically stated otherwise, only the equipment and accessories shown or identified in the individual listing should be considered included.
Contact SPSI for additional information regarding the machine's condition, configuration, availability, or included accessories.