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Geo Knight & Co specializes in a product line of large
format transfer presses. These machines meet the need for massive heater
block sizes for printing transfers onto various textiles and substrates.
There are two main models for the large format division of Geo Knight heat
presses covered on this page. Both the automatic and manual product lines
are adaptable to different sizes and different table loading and placement
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The 931 Triton presses are
air operated automatic large format twin station shuttle presses that range
in platen sizes up to 5 feet by 8 feet. |
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The Maxi•Press line of heat
presses are manually operated large format clam style machines that range
in platen sizes up to 30" by 40".
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The 931 TRITON is a multipurpose, large-format
air operated heat transfer press built for production of a wide variety
of materials. It is geared towards the high-production requirements of simultaneous
multiple piece pressing as well as the imprinting of materials from 3' by
3' to 5' by 8'.
The 931 TRITON answers the demand for a more stable, solid work base along
with the capability of pressing transfers in an oversized, large-area environment.
Typical applications include heat transferring onto large roll fabrics,
carpets and floor mats, piece goods, garments, sheet metal, ceramics, skateboards,
snowboards, skis, polyester coated synthetics, metal tubes, and a vast range
of other substrates. |
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931 Triton Features
- Multi air bag pressure system.
- Available in single shuttle or twin station format.
- Expandable roller track system.
- Automatic loading table indexing available.
- Uniform lift / Parallel platen action.
- Adjustable applied force.
- Twin hand or foot pedal activation.
- Precision electronic temperature & time control.
- Emergency release safety circuit.
- Table indexing & closed loop activation.
- 2" thick solid mirror image aluminum heater plate.
- 1" thick solid precision ground lift plate.
- Custom gauge plates & templates for product & transfer placement
available.
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The 931 TRITON is equipped with the latest in
microprocessor based controls. These controls, gauges and switches were
chosen for their longevity, ease of use and performance. Temperature and
timer control units are backed by a 3 year warranty. Indicator lights inform
the operator of 'heating' and 'at heat' status. The table switch closed
loop activation safety circuit indicates and prevents premature closure. |
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Applications that demand high pressure, evenly
applied heat and parallel, firm loading table require strong long-lasting
work beds. High production requires smooth operation without the friction
of hard to operate sliding tables. The 931 TRITON addresses these issues
with the polymer V grove track and roller system.
This system of table shuttling removes the risk of shifting and sagging
of imprinted materials as well as allowing the operator to move the table
in an effortless and comfortable manner. The tracks can be expanded to an
unlimited length for other operations, and can be added to the back of the
press for twin station production capabilities; allowing for the loading
of one table while the other is being pressed. An air cylinder and trigger
foot-switch (table-in / table-out) can be optionally included for automatic
table indexing capability giving optimum production capability for either
single or twin station presses. |
 
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The 931 TRITON utilizes an array of high wattage,
field tested heat units with temperature regulated by a Watlow 945 digital
controller. The heat units are located within the extra thick aluminum heat
platen in specially 'gun-barrel' drilled holes along the length of the platen.
This results in a perfect heat flow and provides even heat distribution
across the entire platen.
Pressure is generated by a heavy duty, multi-air bag system. This creates
an even lift with a smooth, self leveling action. |
 
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The 931 TRITON is designed to monitor its operational
functions. By the use of solid state photo-eyes and a series of micro switches,
proper and safe operation is insured. The 931 TRITON's front control panel
is equipped with audible and visual signaling alarms. |
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931 Triton Pricing Structure
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The 931 Triton models are priced by heater block
size for a single station press. Then, if twin station is desired (the 931
presses are often shipped with dual shuttling loading stations) the additional
amount is added. With the largest size platens, the auto indexing foot pedal
shuttle feature is also very common.
 931
Triton Manual Indexing
Single
Station
48"
x 60"$27,835.00
48"
x 72"$30,993.75
54"
x 103"$40,683.75
2nd
Load Vehicle $5,695.25
Twin
Station configuration
Rear
extension table
Dual
productivity shuttling
Optionally
expandable tracks
Auto-Indexing System $5,695.25
Foot
pedal activiation
Automatic
release
Adjustable
shuttle speed control
Safety manual release |
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The MAXI•PRESS is a multipurpose large format
manual heat transfer press intended for the imprinting of a vast range of
different materials. The MAXI•PRESS provides an oversized platen, production
oriented press with the option of a single loading table or twin shuttle
table configuration. The unique counteraction die spring linkage assembly
provides a weightless and effortless operation of the press. The electronic
control center accurately regulates all aspects of the electrical functions
of the press, freeing the operator for the main goal of material imprinting.
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Ideal applications the MAXI•PRESS has performed
flawlessly include: large fabrics, multiple piece goods, banners, floor
mats, carpets, mouse pads, plastics, sheet metal, tile & other ceramics
and much more. The MAXI•PRESS strongly supports sublimation transfer processes,
as well as digitally produced transfers, hot and cold peel plastisol transfers,
and laminating processes. |
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Maxi•Press Features
- Available in Single shuttle or Dual loading table format.
- Multi Hi-Wattage fire rod heaters.
- Ultra thick heater block assembly.
- Solid steel pressure bars.
- Heavy steel frame structures.
- Unique heavy duty linkage assembly.
- Even & adjustable applied pressure.
- Solid lower platen base.
- Self leveling heater block assembly.
- Solid loading bed with ultra thick silicone sponge.
- Automatic start/stop/reset timer - 'hands free' operation.
- Heavy duty locking casters for easy movability and solid foundation
support.
- Weightless ease of use due to special counter spring assembly.
- 208/220/240 Volt, Single Phase - No air required.
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The MAXI·PRESS is equipped with the latest in
digital microprocessor based temperature and timer controls. The controls
and switches were chosen for their ease of use, longevity, and high performance.
The control panel consists of a dual display digital temperature control,
LCD read out timer module, and Thermal runaway audible alarm circuit. The
hands free auto-start, auto-stop, auto-reset timer provides one less procedure
for the operator to worry about. The control panel cabinet is equipped with
a main shut off and internal fusing. All of this is located on a convenient
easy-access component panel. |
 
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The MAXI·PRESS provides all the pressure your
application needs for large format sublimation transfers and foiling. The
machine utilizes an innovative 'self leveling' feature that insures evenly
applied heat and pressure over the entire printing area. The MAXI·PRESS
comes with dual heavy duty linkage assemblies that can generate large amounts
of platen pressure, while requiring little operator applied force. |
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The MAXI·PRESS utilizes an array of Hi-wattage,
field tested heat units. This higher than normal wattage insures constant
heater block temperature resulting in darker, consistent images throughout
the print area. The heater block itself is a precision ground, ultra thick
aluminum plate. This mirror surface heater plate allows for uniform heat
flow and eliminates cold spots. |
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The MaxiPress models are priced simply by heater block size. The list
below notes the most common sizes and their respective pricing.
SHIPPING & CRATING FEES DO APPLY AND CAN BE QUOTED
IF YOU CALL Esther AT 800-356-8866.
30" x 40" .........................................$
7,552.50
Top & Bottom Heater .....................$
9,998.75
40" x 64" .........................................$12,373.99
Top & Bottom Heater ......................$16,791.25
Dual loading shuttle tray (30" x 40") ..$
2,493.75
Dual loading shuttle tray (40" x 64") ..$
3,467.50
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MAXI•PRESS AIR
The MAXI•PRESS AIR is an Automatic large format heat transfer press intended
for more automated and higher pressure needs than the Manual version.
The MAXI•PRESS AIR provides an oversized platen & a better production-oriented
press with a single front loading table and high pressure pneumatic lifting
system.
This pressure system is powered by a dual air-bag, 10-ton, 20,000 lbs
max force self leveling mechanism. The press is activated with a push
of a button, and automatically releases at the end of the timing cycle.
The front console features the Digital Knight control, regulating digital
temperature and digital automatic timing control, as well as full air
pressure regulation. The heavy steel triple reinforced welded C-Frame
design is built to withstand a lifetime of intense pressing and automatic
operation, and allows for full draping of materials over the front, left
and right sides of the press, without hindrance. For a large format heavy
pressure automatic press that is one step below the larger industrial
931 Triton machines, the MAXI•PRESS AIR is the solution. The Maxi•Press
AIR models are priced simply by heater block size. The list below notes
the most common sizes and their respective pricing.
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