Compare real equipment for the projects your students want to build. Explore apparel printing, product customization, laser engraving, metal fabrication and embroidery—then ask DTGPRO to help assemble a practical equipment plan.
This is your model selection guide. For program ideas, classroom applications, lab planning and institutional purchasing, visit our Schools & Government page.
A school store, a design classroom and a fabrication workshop need different tools. The selections below are starting points for discussion, with links to current product details, configurations and pricing. Ask us to match the equipment to your materials, class schedule, facilities and budget.
For spirit wear, student brands and garment production. Compare transfer printing with direct-to-garment workflows and include the finishing equipment each process needs.
A 14-inch XP600 DTF platform with embedded roll feeding and cutting, listed with RIP software and onboarding.
Project fit: A focused apparel transfer station for school-store and design projects.
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A 14-inch dual Epson I1600 DTF printer option for programs comparing production capacity and workflow.
Project fit: Growing apparel projects and shared production stations.
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An xTool apparel transfer printing option available in studio bundle configurations. Review the exact included supplies and finishing components.
Project fit: Student merchandise, full-color garment graphics and repeat orders.
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Compare direct garment printing with transfer-based decoration on one hybrid platform. Confirm the setup and supplies needed for each mode.
Project fit: Teaching the differences between garment and film printing.
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A Ricoh apparel printing option for direct-to-garment production and supported DTF applications.
Project fit: Apparel-focused CTE programs comparing professional systems.
View model & configurations →Explore direct printing onto compatible objects or adhesive transfers for suitable hard surfaces. Substrate testing and process selection are part of the learning experience.
A compact UV printing platform with textured printing capabilities. Ask about accessories and configurations for your chosen projects.
Project fit: Personalized products, design experiments and creative maker labs.
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Compare xTool O1 UV bundle options for direct product customization and compatible materials.
Project fit: Product design, promotional items and student brand collections.
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A benchtop Roland UV option to compare alongside the smaller BD-8, based on the size and type of objects you plan to print.
Project fit: Object printing, packaging concepts and graphic communications.
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A dedicated UV-DTF printer system listed with built-in lamination, a rolling stand and roll collection.
Project fit: Branded hard goods and adhesive transfer production.
View model & configurations →Select the laser type for the task. Cutting compatible wood or acrylic, marking metal and welding metal require different configurations and operating environments.
Start with the 55W CO2 option or compare listed configurations with additional laser technologies. Check the capabilities of the exact bundle.
Project fit: Model making, signage and material-specific design projects.
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An 80W CO2 laser cutting and engraving system to compare for compatible materials and larger fabrication projects.
Project fit: Digital fabrication labs and advanced model-building activities.
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A fiber engraving system offered in a Metal Edition configuration. Match the substrate and desired finish to the selected model.
Project fit: Engraved tags, plates, awards and component identification.
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A laser welder and CNC metal cutting configuration for appropriately equipped trades facilities.
Project fit: Supervised metalworking and fabrication instruction.
View model & configurations →Broaden your school store or production lab with stitched decoration, print-and-cut graphics and color label workflows.
A 15-needle single-head commercial embroidery machine for exploring thread-based decoration.
Project fit: Hats, polos, branded textiles and introductory embroidery production.
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A two-head, 15-needle-per-head industrial embroidery option for programs evaluating greater production capacity.
Project fit: Repeat garment orders and embroidery production planning.
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A 54-inch eco-solvent printer/cutter for compatible graphics media and contour-cut production.
Project fit: Campus graphics, event signage, decals and graphic communications.
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A color inkjet label printing and digital cutting option with CustomCUT software.
Project fit: Packaging prototypes, branded labels and school-store product presentation.
View model & configurations →| Your priority | Compare these options | Plan for |
|---|---|---|
| Apparel & school merchandise | DTF, DTG, hybrid printers and embroidery | Compatible garments, finishing equipment, consumables and maintenance time. |
| Personalized hard goods | UV direct printing or UV-DTF transfers | Object dimensions, surface compatibility, fixtures and any necessary preparation. |
| Models & engraved products | Material-appropriate CO2, diode, UV or fiber lasers | Approved materials, enclosure, extraction and instructor supervision. |
| Metal fabrication | Dedicated metal marking, cutting or welding configurations | A suitable trades facility, trained operators and process-specific controls. |
| Signage & packaging | Eco-solvent print/cut and label printing | Media, finishing, application space and software compatibility. |
Include compatible software, heat presses or curing equipment where required, extraction provisions, starter consumables, blanks, cleaning supplies and applicable onboarding. Share your available power, ventilation, computer setup and expected schedule so the recommendation reflects how your lab will actually run.
Equipment suitability depends on the model, configuration, materials and operating environment. Have your institution review manufacturer installation and operating requirements. Pricing, bundles and availability can change; use the product links for current details.
Send the models you are considering, the projects you want to teach, your budget and your target date. DTGPRO can help compare options and provide a tailored quote, W-9 documentation and purchase order support.
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