There’s never been a better time to launch a heat press-based business. Some people think that the warm summer months are the only time of year that you can make money producing customized goods with a heat press machine. Nothing could be further from the truth! With so many holidays, festivals and organizations putting on special events throughout the year, as well as business that want their own customized swag, there is a constant, year-round demand for T-shirts, caps, mugs and more.

We’ve had a ton of requests for information on which heat presses would be good for small businesses with high volume and quality projects. That’s why we put together this new section of the site just professionals like you who are serious about building a successful heat press business.

Choosing a Heat Press Machine for Business

If you’re only buying a heat press for a hobby, or just to earn a little extra cash on the side, you can get away with buying a nice beginner model. But when you’re running or launching a business, it’s not quite that simple. You’ve got inventory to manage, orders to fill and bills to pay, so you’ve got to make sure that you’re investing your money wisely.

So, which heat press machine should you choose for your business?

Well, that’s actually not the right question to start with. The model that is a best fit for your business will be largely determined by the type of products you want to sell.

Are you only selling T shirts? What about long-sleeve shirts and baseball caps? Mugs? Tote bags? Towels? Figure out who your target market is and what products are the most profitable. This will help you decide which heat press machine to buy.

The type of material you are working with is also a factor. High quality heat presses can handle ink, plastisol and vinyl. If you plan to produce ceramic goods with custom designs, you’ll need a sublimation printer as well.

If your budget permits, a 5 in 1 machine will allow you to create the whole range of products in only one system. This might the best option for businesses who want to create the widest variety of products. If you’re simply sticking with T-shirts, investing in a few simpler, high-quality heat press machines will do the trick. As far as size is concerned, that will depend on how much space you have available.

The design of the machine itself is also a factor; a swing-away model will require more space than a traditional clam shell heat press, for example. Ideally, you should set aside a specific physical space for storing your heat presses and running your operations.

But regardless of which model you choose, you should always keep durability mind, especially if you’re cranking out a high volume of shirts. As with anything else in life, when it comes to heat press machines, you get what you pay for. If you’re just doing this as a hobby, you can get away with a picking up a cheap, second-hand model. But if you are serious about growing your business, do not cheat yourself. Invest in a durable, high-quality heat press and get it right the first time.

Read our reviews of the best heat press machines for business here.

 

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