6-Station Automatic DTF Heat Press

ColDesi AP360 Automatic DTF Heat Press

The ColDesi AP360 is a fully integrated, six-station automatic DTF heat press built for shops that have outgrown manual pressing. Engineered for high-volume apparel decorators, contract printers, and fulfillment operations, the AP360 turns the slowest part of DTF (applying transfers) into a continuous, load-to-unload production line. With a rated capacity of 350+ garments per hour, it is designed to clear the bottleneck that holds back growing print shops: not the printing, but the pressing.

If your transfer printer can keep up but your press table can't, the AP360 is built to close that gap.

** Note: Freight and Insurance not included.

Why High-Volume DTF Shops Move to an Automatic Heat Press

On a manual press, an operator loads the garment, positions the transfer, runs the press, peels the carrier film, runs a finishing press, and unloads — one shirt at a time. As order volume climbs, that workflow forces you to add labor and cost just to keep up, and output stays tied to how fast a person can move.

The AP360 takes a different approach. Its six-station rotary carousel keeps multiple garments in process at once, so while one shirt is being pressed, others are being loaded, peeled, and finished in parallel. The result is a steady production rhythm instead of a start-and-stop cycle.

Production Highlights

✓ 350+ Garments-Per-Hour Capacity	✓ PLC Touchscreen Control
✓ Two Industrial Heat-Press Stations	✓ Fast 5-Second Minimum Press Cycle
✓ Automated Film/Carrier Aeel	✓ CE-Certified Construction
✓ Continuous Six-Station Carousel	✓ 2-Year Warranty
✓ Auto / Semi-Auto / Manual Modes	✓ 2-Day On-Site Installation & Training

How the Six-Station Carousel Works

The AP360 routes every garment through six dedicated stations, each handling one stage of the transfer process so the line never has to stop and reset:

1	Load Station — the garment is positioned on the platen.
2	Transfer Placement Station — the transfer is aligned for accurate registration.
3	Primary Press Station — the first industrial pneumatic press bonds the transfer using set heat, pressure, and dwell time.
4	Carrier/Film Peel Station — the carrier film is removed automatically, eliminating a tedious manual step.
5	Final Press Station — a second finishing press is applied for improved adhesion and wash durability.
6	Unload Station — the finished garment is removed and staged for packaging or fulfillment.

Because the stations run in parallel on a rotating platform, a single operator can keep the line moving rather than running one press at a time.

AP360 vs. a Manual Heat Press

For shops weighing the jump from manual pressing, here is how the two compare side by side:

Feature	Manual Press	ColDesi AP360
Production Speed	~180/hr.	350–365+/hr.
Film Peeling	Manual	Automated
Operators Required	Multiple	Single Operator
Workflow	Stop & Start	Continuous
Consistency	Operator-Dependent	Automated
Scalability	Limited	High-Volume

For shops running large apparel orders, the AP360 is designed to roughly double output compared with manual pressing, while reducing how dependent that output is on added labor.

Designed to Reduce Labor Dependency

Skilled production staff are hard to find and keep. By automating the film peel and consolidating the press workflow onto one continuous line, the AP360 is built to let fewer operators produce more — which can help lower per-garment labor cost as volume grows.

Fewer operators needed to sustain high output
Less repetitive manual handling per garment
Faster operator training on a guided, station-based workflow
More consistent results across long production runs
Fewer bottlenecks between printing and finished goods

Industrial-Grade Construction

The AP360 is built for demanding, full-shift commercial production environments.

Heavy-Duty Press System Two 16" x 20" industrial pneumatic heat presses Thick cast-aluminum heat plates for even heat distribution Dedicated finishing press for the final bond	Precision Pneumatic Controls Adjustable pressure and pneumatic regulation Adjustable press-cycle speed Consistent pressure across the platen
Smart Operator Controls PLC touchscreen interface Automatic, Semi-Automatic, and Manual modes Digital temperature and timer control	Production-Floor Ready Industrial steel framework Foot-pedal activation Heavy-duty pneumatic system CE-Certified

Technical Specifications

Production Capacity	350+ shirts per hour
Platen Size	16" x 20"
Maximum Pressure	17.6 lb / 8 kg
Temperature Range	0 – 399°F
Minimum Press Time	5 seconds
Timer Range	0 – 999 seconds
Maximum Transfer Size	13.8" x 17.7"
Operating Modes	Auto / Semi-Auto / Manual
Control System	PLC Touchscreen, Programmable
Voltage	220V
Power Requirement	8.5 kW / 60 Hz
Air Compressor Requirement	100L
Certification	CE-Certified
Warranty	2-Years
Training	2-Day On-Site Installation & Training

Film Compatibility

Minimum: 7.28" x 5.3" (185 mm x 135 mm)
Maximum: 18.11" x 16.93" (460 mm x 430 mm)

Machine & Footprint

Dimensions: 149.5" x 113" x 71.46"
Weight: 2,354.5 lb (1,068 kg)
Workspace: ~14.67 ft x 14.67 ft
Shipping: 6,287.58 lb (2,852 kg)

Why Buy From ColDesi

For more than 25 years, ColDesi has helped apparel decorators start, grow, and scale their businesses with professional-grade equipment, hands-on training, and U.S.-based technical support. The AP360 ships with 2-day on-site installation and training plus a 2-year warranty, so your team has hands-on setup and U.S.-based support from the start.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shirts can the AP360 produce per hour?

The AP360 is rated for a production capacity of 350+ garments per hour, with throughput in some shops reaching the higher end of that range depending on the garment, transfer, and workflow.

Is the AP360 CE-Certified?

Yes. The AP360 is CE-Certified and built to industrial production standards.

Can the AP360 handle different garment types?

Yes. Operators can adjust the temperature, pressure, dwell time, and operating mode to suit different fabrics, garment thicknesses, and transfer applications.

What power and air does the AP360 require?

The AP360 runs on 220V at 8.5 kW / 60 Hz and requires a 100L air compressor.

What is included with the machine?

Each AP360 includes two industrial heat-press stations, the integrated carousel system, a 2-year warranty, and 2-day on-site installation and training.

Ready to Scale Your DTF Production?

The ColDesi AP360 brings the speed, consistency, and automation that high-volume apparel production demands. Reach out to learn whether the AP360 is the right fit for your shop's output goals.

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