The new M&R Sportsman press allows any shop to move into automation at a price that’s almost too good to be true. Sportsman is designed to fit into most shops, and can even be configured to fit through a standard 31” (78 cm) doorway (optional). Sportsman-available in 6, 8, and 10-color models-offers a large, 16” x 18” (41 x 46 cm) maximum image area. All Sportsman presses offer automatically operated printheads. The carousel on the 6-color model can be manually indexed or it can be automated with a pneumatic cylinder or sophisticated electric servo drive (pneumatic, pneumatic-ready, and servo options must be specified when the order is placed). Servo drive, which combines higher press speeds with exceptional smoothness, consistency, and longevity, is standard on the 8 and 10-color models. Central off-contact adjustment and pneumatic screen clamps are standard, enabling quicker setup and adjustment. Also standard is M&R’s patented Revolver Print Program™, which automatically operates individual printheads in programmed sequence and allows multiple flashing without losing a printing position. Revolver also simplifies hard-to-print jobs. Sportsman is compatible with most M&R Flash Cure Units, making it easy to find the flash that’s right for you. Options include M&R’s exclusive Optic Shirt Detector, a foot pedal to control indexing, Squeegee Air Pressure Regulators for quick, easy balancing of squeegee print pressure, and brushless, maintenance-free AC variable-frequency drive motors for the ultimate in print control (front stroke length adjustment comes standard with AC heads).
Printing can be further simplified with M&R’s easy-to-use Tri-Loc® and Double Tri-Loc® Rapid Registration Systems, which allow operators to precisely match registration on the exposure unit with registration on the press. Tri-Loc systems, which work on all M&R manual and automatic carousel textile presses, can reduce setup time by as much as 95%.
Not only is Sportsman easy to afford, it’s easy to set up and operate. Controls are clearly marked and easy to understand, and the control panel features programming and prompts in plain language. Sportsman is constructed of rigid steel & aluminum and premium components. Like all M&R equipment, it’s built with M&R's unsurpassed commitment to quality, durability, and design excellence, and backed by M&R’s unparalleled service and support. If you’re looking for a truly versatile press at a fantastic price, look to Sportsman.
Features
Carousel/Indexer
- Counterclockwise rotation (clockwise capability available with servo-drive option)
- Freewheel capability
Central Off-Contact
- Permits fast, incremental single-lever adjustment of all stations simultaneously
Certification
- CE & UL compliant: Built to specifications established by the European Committee for Standardization® (CE) and Underwriters Laboratories® (UL)
Color Capacity (Stations/Colors)
Control Center
- Control panel offers easy navigation, with programming and prompts in plain language
- Digital keypad with alphanumeric display
- Digital microprocessor with self-diagnostics
- Independent print start/print finish setting automatically activates and stops print heads at the beginning and end of production runs for operator convenience
- Production speed monitor ensures more accurate job costing
- Single/Double print stroke capability
Design & Construction
- Constructed of rigid steel & aluminum and premium components
- Pre-registration performed at the factory
- Print heads and pallet arms provide the stability necessary for exceptional print quality
Index System (Pneumatic Drive)
- Provides excellent speed and consistency at low cost
Maximum Image Area
Pallet System
- Three-point pallet leveling system allows easy adjustment
- Tool-free pallet locator synchronizes the position of all pallets to speed up pallet changeover
- Tool-free quick release locking system for rapid adjustment, installation, and removal
Pallets
- Solid-aluminum, low-profile, rubber-coated pallets
Print Carriage
- True close-tolerance linear bearing carriage system for uniform ink deposit
Print Heads
- Four-point off-contact adjustment on all print heads
- Independent print button on each head facilitates test printing
- Independent print/flood speed controls on each head simplify press setup and job proofing
- Independent reset button on each head enables freewheeling of carousel during setup
- Print heads can be added in the field
Registration
- Enhanced front micro-registration adjustments with visual guides
Revolver Print Program™
- Automatically operates individual print heads in programmed sequence and allows multiple flashing without losing a printing position (U.S. Patent No. 5,595,113)
- Simplifies hard-to-print jobs
Screen Clamps & Holders
- Adjustable rear screen holders accommodate a wide variety of screen sizes
- Clamping system holds roller frames without clamp adapters
- Compatible with numerous registration systems, including M&R’s Tri-Loc® and Newman Pin-Lock®
- Flip-up front screen holders make setup fast and mid-run screen changes easy
- Pneumatic screen clamps facilitate rapid screen loading and deliver excellent stability
Squeegee/Floodbar
- Independent squeegee & floodbar speed adjustments
Stroke Length
- Calibrated rear stroke length with tool-free adjustment maximizes print speed and efficiency, and reduces the working of ink
Service
Training
- Access to M&R’s Training Center
Warranty
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