The KTK Kimera is the new flash-cure unit to join the KTK family.
Equally efficient to its peers in its functions, the KTK Kimera was explicitly conceived for covering larger drying areas at a minor cost. Its moveable drying head allows a more economical performance, not needing as many lamps as the conventional drying heads of the KTK Dragon and the KTK Fenix.
The way this unit works is quite simple to explain. Its movement is the same as the squeegee car’s movement on a printing head, while the flashing is the same as on the KTK Dragon and the KTK Fenix. To sum up, we are basically combining processes to achieve a more efficient solution for our partners, the KTK customers.
Furthermore, it is important to mention that on this flash-cure unit with a moving drying head, we still kept the standby mode, which is responsible for the more efficient use of energy by this particular model.
The KTK Kimera is tailor-made for screen-printing company owners looking to downsize their energy consumption costs.
The most efficient way to put glue on a pallet has been a case of study for years. The problem, common to almost all screen-printing technicians, is that when the glue is applied using the spray method, it causes the accumulation of dirt and, in the long term, it may lead to problems related to certain components of the machine, namely the lifting mechanisms for the cleaning position, if they are manual, or other components that, due to the accumulation of dust stuck to them, begin to present malfunctions. On the other hand, if the glue is placed in a more artisanal way, using a brush on the pallet, the costs related to this material become difficult to calculate and are often exaggerated.
In order to present a solution to this common problem in the screen printing industry, KTK has developed an independent glue station called KTK LITHE, patented and exclusive for KTK machines.
This module allows the printer to be more precise about the place on the pallet where he is going to apply glue, making this phase of the work a cleaner process and reducing costs related to the use of glue.
Furthermore, the KTK LITHE allows a really formidable level of accuracy, not 100%, but enough to even be used as an extra printhead. Imagine yourself as the owner of a machine that has 12 print heads, where your customer requests a print in 13 colours… The KTK LITHE allows you to print the colour you were missing!
The versatility of this equipment makes it possible to unleash the creativity of the most daring printers, which is why it is a clear asset to add to any company that has KTK machines.
The third generation of the KTK hybrid digital printing line, the KTK Fusion Light, is the ideal model for reinventing the way the screen printing technician faces the world of digital printing.
Built with the screenprinting technician’s needs of taking advantage of the space available in mind, the KTK Fusion Light can be coupled up with not only oval machines but also round machines. In case it is set up with round machines, the KTK Fusion Light needs to have 3 free pallets in a row in order to have space to perfectly perform its function.
In addition to offering an economical and reliable digital print, the KTK Fusion Light is made in proven KTK quality. This digital printing module, in addition to working in perfect sync with an automatic screen printing machine, allows you to print an area of 700 mm x 500 mm, and adapts easily to any type of textile surface. With a Z-axis, which can be easily adjusted to remain up to 25 mm away from the piezo, it is possible to adapt the KTK Fusion Light to the thickness of the most varied textile printing surfaces.
With the KTK Fusion Light, the user can achieve the definition and bright colours typical of digital printing, but also the level of productivity of an automatic screen printing machine.
This digital printing module prints up to 6 colours, which combined can result in an infinite variety of possibilities. The colours used are CMYK + GR colours (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, green and red), which allows a consistent and homogeneous impression, in terms of tone, for each colour available.
The KTK Fusion Light allows you to print around 210 pieces per hour, with an A4 size print. One has to be sold in a machine of smaller dimensions and with only 6 print heads.
A feature that should be highlighted in the KTK Fusion Light is the impression that the Fujifilm Dimatix model’s print heads, which allow them to be easily repaired. This is an extremely important factor in any industrial context. This feature, together with the possibility of ink recirculation, extends to a large extent the useful life of the print heads of this digital module.
To complement this digital printing module, KTK creates its own consumable line and uses the RIP software “Neostampa powered by Inèdit”, to help the user achieve the highest level of performance and the best possible results.
The combination of the KTK Fusion Light with an automatic screen printing machine allows the user to obtain a final result with precision and really impressive colour homogeneity. With the possibility of combining digital printing and conventional silk-screen printing, with a wide range of special printing effects, such as bright, foil, flocked, etc., the number of possibilities becomes infinite.
The KTK ADVANCE arrives in the market to meet the everyday needs of a screen-printing technician.
With a minimum of 16 and a maximum of 64 pallets, there is an almost infinite number of configuration possibilities, in terms of the number and position of the printing heads.
Moreover, the oval screenprinting machine model KTK ADVANCE brings back the quality, durability, strength and reliability already known by all KTK users. With a printing area of 800mm x 600mm (31.4’’ x 23.6’’) up to a maximum of 900mm x 800mm (35.4’’ x 31.5’’) in the double index, and an incredible maximum output rate of over 950 pieces per hour, the KTK ADVANCE oval screenprinting machine is a true weapon on every printer’s company.
Equipped in this oval screenprinting machine, the printer can find two laser arms (one on every end, with 4 lasers each), one control panel where the user can control all production-related parameters, and the printing heads with independent lifting equipped. These features contribute to making the KTK ADVANCED one of the most practical machines in the market.
Besides the independent printing head lifting system, the KTK ADVANCE is also equipped with the ability to achieve the cleaning position automatically. With this feature, the printer is not only able of cleaning the screens more easily but also of setting up peripherals in any position he/she may want. Whether it be a flash-cure unit or a KTK CLOUD Flock System, the printing technician will have complete freedom to place the peripheral even under printing heads, allowing him/her to do jobs ranging from the simplest prints to the most complex.
One of the main features of the KTK ADVANCE oval screenprinting machine is its ability to maintain registration, allowing the printer to spend more time working on what really matters, and therefore serving its client with more quality.
Equally important to mention is the ability the printer has of moving a pallet to a specific position, on the machine, by simply pressing a button. This feature, although simple, is responsible for a faster and more reliable registration.
Due to its strong structure and reliability, the oval screenprinting machine model KTK ADVANCE does not need intense maintenance. This is a direct result of the innovative engineering and quality materials that were put into it during the production process.
Something we believe is very important when acquiring a new machine is its technical support, and that is something KTK is proud of offering worldwide, through our network of dealers or through our highly qualified team of engineers, always ready to give a solution to any issue that might arise. Also, KTK is not redesigning the wheel, meaning we strive to use the most international standard (ISO) parts we can, so the printer can find solutions locally, anywhere in the World, in case it becomes necessary. Simply, we want to make the printer’s life easier.
The KTK Fusion Max is the perfect DTG machine model to meet the most demanding digital printing needs a modern screen printer might have.
Besides offering extremely reliable and cost-effective printing, the KTK Fusion Max is made in proven KTK quality. This digital printing module, in addition to working in perfect sync with an automatic screen-printing machine, offers the ability to print a considerable area, 900mm x 900mm, and it easily adapts to any type of textile surface.
Since it has a Z-axis, that can be adjusted to be up to 25mm away from the garment, it is possible to adapt the hybrid printing module KTK Fusion Max to the thickness of the most varied textile printing surfaces.
The KTK Fusion Max, is not only able to achieve the definition and bright colours of a digital printing machine, but it can also reach a level of productivity similar to the one of an automatic screen-printing machine.
This digital printing module prints up to 6 colours, which combined can result in an infinite array of possibilities. The colours being employed are CMYK + 2 colours (red and green), which allows a large homogeneous printing area, in terms of hue, for each available colour.
Being equipped with 24 printing heads, the hybrid printing module KTK Fusion Max makes it possible to print faster, as it needs fewer passages to achieve the best results, therefore giving the possibility of almost doubling the production rate of its experienced brother, the KTK Fusion Plus.
A feature that should be highlighted in the hybrid printing module KTK Fusion Max is the fact that the printing heads are Fujifilm Dimatix model, which allows them to be easily repairable. This is an extremely important factor in an industrial context. This feature, together with the possibility of ink recirculation, extends the lifespan of this digital module’s printing heads.
To complement this DTG machine module, KTK created its own line of digital inks and uses the RIP software “Neostampa powered by Inèdit”, in order to help the user achieve the highest level of performance and the best possible results.
Combining the DTG machine KTK Fusion Max with an automatic screen-printing machine allows the user to achieve a design with truly impressive precision and color homogeneity. With the possibility of combining digital printing and conventional screen printing, with a wide range of special stamping effects, namely glitter, foil, flake, 3D, etc., the number of possibilities becomes almost infinite.
The KTK Fusion Plus reaches the global market as the solution for the future of screen-printing and digital hybrid.
This digital hybrid printing module, in addition to working in perfect sync with an automatic screen-printing machine, offers a considerable maximum printing area, 900mm x 750mm, and easily adapts to any type of textile surface.
Since it has a Z-axis, that can be adjusted to be up to 25mm away from the garment, it is possible to adapt the KTK Fusion Plus to the thickness of the most varied textile printing surfaces.
The KTK Fusion Plus, in addition to being able to achieve the definition and bright colours that a digital printing machine can reproduce, also allows high levels of productivity.
This digital printing module arrives on the market with 6 colours, which in the digital printing world means that 12 printing heads are being used. The colours used are CMYK + 2 colours (red and green), which allows a large homogeneous printing area, in terms of hue, for each available colour.
A feature that should be highlighted in the KTK Fusion Plus is the fact that the printing-heads are Fujifilm Dimatix model, which allows them to be easily repairable. This is an extremely important factor in an industrial context. This feature, together with the possibility of ink recirculation, allows for a very long-life span of these digital modules’ printing heads.
To complement this digital printing module, KTK created its own line of digital inks, bases, pre-coatings and coatings. In order to help the user obtain the best possible results, quickly, providing a very high performance, the KTK Fusion Plus features two kinds of RIP software: “Neostampa powered by Inèdit“.
Combining the KTK Fusion Plus with an automatic screen-printing machine allows you to achieve a design with truly impressive precision and color homogeneity.
With the possibility of combining digital printing and conventional silk-screen printing, with a wide range of special stamping effects, namely glitter, foil, flake, 3D, etc., the number of possibilities becomes almost infinite.
The KTK Fusion Plus can be considered as a tool to simplify even the most demanding printing jobs, bringing large growth to your business by making your company more productive.
Have you ever seen your printed pieces being marked as non-conformities because the printing process suffered issues, due to impurities on the fabrics? As they may affect the quality of the finished product, small cotton fibers, dust or other impurities are, for many printing houses, the reason of less profit and less productivity.
Due to the fact that we have encountered several companies facing these issues a bit all over the world, we decided to build a machine that would answer the prayers of all of those suffering from the same condition. We created the KTK TORNADO!
The KTK TORNADO is the most efficient tool you can find if you are looking for a machine to clean your garments from any kind of impurities, dust, cotton fibers, or even excess of flock after the flocking jobs are finalized. The KTK TORNADO can be used both before of after the printing process: if the printer desires to clean the pieces before they are printed, to avoid non-conformities, or/and if the printer would like to clean excessive flock that still may be on top of the garment after the flocking and drying processes.
Due to its very simple and user-friendly layout, when the KTK TORNADO is introduced to the printing process of any company, there is absolutely no adaptation period. All the printer has to do is to pass any piece through the KTK TORNADO, and all impurities that are really hard to remove, disappear!
Say no to dust, excessive flock, small cotton fibers on the fabric or any impurity. Get one KTK TORNADO and give your company a step ahead!
The KTK FENIX, arrives at the market as a more economical solution for the everyday job of the modern-day screen-printer.
With a voltage ranging from 9kW to 18kW, and a drying area of 400mm x 400mm up to 800mm x 600mm, depending on the flash-curing unit, the KTK FENIX shows itself as being very reliable.
Its medium wave infra-red lights are of low consumption and allow for a more efficient flash-curing. Furthermore, its intelligent processor turns off the whole unit, when the machine is not in use.
The dimensions of the KTK FENIX make the placement of this flash-curing unit under a printing-head possible, when the machine has a high-lifting position feature.
On its LED screen and user-friendly control panel, the printer can set up the drying time, temperature or even a smaller drying area. The printer can work both manually or automatically, with the KTK FENIX. Its compatibility with all the KTK machines, makes the setup of the KTK FENIX be even more simple, as, in terms of software, the KTK machines allow for several flash-curing units to be connected sequentially, in order to avoid peaks of consumption.
In response to the needs of the global market, KTK created the KTK CLOUD, a flock unit built in 2 sizes, 65 x 45 and 85 x 65, completely compatible with automatic screen-printing machines.
Known as a method that traditionally originated enormous amounts of waste, as usually, all areas around the flock machines would turn into the same colour of the flock being used, automatic flocking had to be rethought in order to fit the needs of the modern screen-printer. This is how the KTK CLOUD was born!
Using static electricity to apply flock, the KTK CLOUD is exceptionally effective inside the “special effects” category of the screen-printing world. Special effects are used, not only as a way of increasing the value of a piece drastically but also to give a different feeling, touch and look to the finished product. Inside this category, the printer can also find, among others, the glitter, the foil and the 3D.
The flocking process enhances the appearance, touch and aesthetics of the garment, increasing its value. This application of finely cut natural (or synthetic) fibres to an adhesive-coated textile surface is highly popular all over the world, being a constant request by some of the most demanding clients.
This process involves the application of a high-voltage electric field, where the flock is given the negative charge while the garment is earthed. Naturally, this causes the vertical fall of the flock material onto the garment, attaching itself to the glued surface. This process makes the flock application a super effective and clean process. We can now say that the colour contamination with flock fibres is something from the past!
Due to the easy implementation of this exceptional flocking unit in any KTK screen-printing machine, these days, the modern screen-printer can look at the KTK CLOUD as just another screen in the printing process. From our own experience, we have seen the KTK CLOUD be applied more than once on a single machine, allowing the printer to flock more than one color on the same design, without any difficulty.
Like any other KTK peripheral, the flock unit model KTK CLOUD can also be controlled on the main console, meaning it does not need an operator to manually work with it, saving the labor cost. The only thing the machine operator must never forget is to not run out of flock.
The KTK MASTER PLUS is the oval screenprinting machine of excellence at KTK, incorporating all the latest technological innovations and all the best features a screen-printing technician can ask for.
As it is built with every client’s need in mind, the KTK Master Plus is impeccable at every level. With a minimum of 16 pallets and an almost infinite number of configuration possibilities, in terms of the number of pallets and printing heads, the KTK Master Plus is as versatile as it gets. Perfect to answer any need a printer might have.
The KTK MASTER PLUS is as known for being ideal for printing larger areas, as it is for its durability, strength and reliability. With a printing area ranging from 700mm x 500mm (28’’ x 20’’) up to a maximum of 1100mm x 1000mm (43’’ x 39’’) in double index and an incredible maximum output rate of over 1000 pieces per hour, the KTK MASTER PLUS machine is a true weapon on every printer’s company.
On this oval screen-printing machine, the printer can find two laser arms (one on each end), two control panels (being one of them a tablet), and the printing heads with independent lifting equipped. These features contribute to the reputation the oval screenprinting machine model KTK MASTER PLUS has been building as one of the most practical and versatile oval screenprinting machines in the market. With these features, the printer has the ability to set up more than one job at the same time, as he/she can easily execute the registration of any jobs on both ends of the machine.
Besides the independent printing head lifting system, the KTK MASTER PLUS is also equipped with the ability to achieve the cleaning position automatically. With this feature, the printer is not only able to clean the screens more easily but also of setting up peripherals in any position he/she may want. Whether it is a KTK DRAGON Flash-Cure unit or a KTK CLOUD Flock System, or any other module, the printer will have complete freedom to place the peripheral even under printing heads, allowing him/her to do jobs ranging from the simplest prints to the most complex.
One of the main features of the KTK MASTER PLUS oval screenprinting machine is its ability to maintain registration, allowing the printer to spend more time working on what really matters, and therefore serving his client with more quality.
Equally important to mention is the ability the printer has of moving a pallet to a specific position, on the machine, by simply pressing a button. This feature, although simple, is responsible for a fast and reliable job’s registration.
Due to its strong structure and reliability, the oval screenprinting machine model KTK MASTER PLUS does not need intense maintenance. This is a direct result of the innovative engineering and quality materials that were put into it during the production process.
Something we believe is very important when acquiring a new oval screenprinting machine is its technical support, and that is something KTK is proud of offering worldwide, through our agents or through our highly qualified team of engineers, always ready to give a solution to any issue that might arise. Also, KTK is not redesigning the wheel, meaning we strive to use the most international standard (ISO) parts we can, so the printer can find solutions locally, anywhere in the World, in case it becomes necessary. Simply, we want to make the printer’s life easier.
The KTK Dragon flash-cure unit, arrived at the global market to answer the needs of the modern screen-printer. With a voltage that ranges from 9kW to 25,5kW, and a drying area that ranges from 400mm x 400mm to 1200mm x 850mm, the KTK DRAGON can always guarantee a reliable flash-curing.
Its medium wave infra-red lights are of low consumption and allow for a more efficient flash-curing. Furthermore, its intelligent processor turns off the whole unit, when the machine is not in use, therefore contributing to giving the KTK DRAGON a longer lifetime than its competitors.
The dimensions of the KTK Dragon make the placement of this flash-cure unit under a printing-head possible when on a high-lifting position. Also, its drying head can rotate 90º, making it possible to work in various different angles and with a versatility that can be applied to any printing job.
On its LED screen and user-friendly control panel, the printer can set up the drying time, temperature or even a smaller drying area.
The printer can work both manually or automatically, with the KTK DRAGON. Its compatibility with all the KTK machines, makes the setup of the KTK DRAGON be even simpler, as in terms of software, the KTK machines allow that several units are connected sequentially, in order to avoid peaks of consumption.
When it comes to finishing off the screen-printing process, it is important to have a reliable and powerful tunnel dryer. The KTK ETNA is that and much more.
Thought to be adapted to every screen-printing company and to be a true complement to any screen-printing machine, no matter the type of inks used, the KTK ETNA is available in 5 different options of drying length, ranging from 3 to 9 meters, and with 2 options of belt width, going from 1.5m to 1.8m. It is also important to underline that it is able of holding the maximum temperature of 200ºC.
On the one hand, the KTK ETNA is never seen as a problem, but always a solution, as with its stability, reliability and modern design, all factors are taken into account during the production process, therefore contributing to the good reputation of this remarkable tunnel dryer has been building.
On the other hand, it can also be seen as a powerful platform for the day-to-day work of the screen printer, as it is able of storing all data regarding temperature information and drying time for a year. With this feature, the KTK ETNA proves itself as a reliable option to give detailed information to the client regarding the drying process, if anything goes wrong with the printing.
The KTK ETNA works with electricity or gas, depending on the printer’s preference. With its heat exchanger, our gas option is designed in a way that the burnt gases are never in direct contact with the fabrics, preventing any yellowing of the garments.
Our tunnel dryers can be built with any need a printer may have in mind. The input or output stringer’s length, the width or length of the tunnel dryer, or even the belt(s) width and length, can be tailor-made to the printer’s needs. The KTK ETNA can also be built with a double belt, able of running in the same direction or in opposite ways, with different velocities. With this vast array of options, we can really say that every part of this tunnel dryer is customizable!