R Jennings Equipment FAQ           New! Equipment Guide!

What is this "micro registration" thing I keep hearing about?
Micro registration is a an add-on which allows you to fine tune your screen registration when aligning multiple colors for a job. Think of it as a FINE adjustment rather than a COARSE adjustment.

I don't know if I have enough space.   Can I set up shop in my garage?
Absolutely. In fact, with an R Jennings 1,2 or 4 color bench press, coupled with a D-615 or D-630 dryer, you can set up shop on a desk! On the other hand, if you have more space available, and more money to spend, a six color press measures 7' in diameter. In this scenario, you may also opt for a D-1500 dryer which requires 27" x 75" of space or LB conveyor which takes less space.

OK, so let's say I buy a 2 color press and a small dryer that will fit on a desk. What happens if I get an order and I need an attachment or add-on?
R Jennings offers a total of thirty-two (32) attachments for caps, jackets, pockets and more which can be purchased at any time to expand your business. For maximum cost effectiveness for you, we highly recommend holding off on purchasing attachments until you get a job that requires them.

What if my business starts booming and I need a bigger dryer or machine?
Great news: If you are the original owner of equipment purchased from R Jennings and wish to upgrade it, we will buy it back for 75% of the price you paid for it and apply it towards your new purchase-- regardless of wear or how long you have owned it!! This is one of the things that sets R Jennings apart from its competitors.

What's the story on dryers? Some people say all I need is a flash dryer to start.   Others say I need a conveyor.  What should I buy?
Ah, the proverbial dryer question! Let's start by assuming you can print 1 color shirts at a rate of 100 per hour (which is totally feasible if you take advantage of our free training program). Our flash dryers (the D-615 and D-630) cure 30-40 shirts per hour-- depending on temperature setting, how close the heater is to the garment and how thick the ink is printed. As you can see, simple math tells us that flash dryers will reduce production by 60 to -70 shirts per hour; so, what you gain in value, you lose in productivity. Now, let's talk about a conveyor dryer, such as our D-1500 model. It is capable of cranking out 144 shirts per hour! It's also important to keep in mind that multi-color jobs take longer to print and production may not be limited by the dryer as much as it is limited by the printing process.  It all comes down to your production rate.

Should I get in to cap printing?
Caps are more profitable and less competitive from a sales standpoint. Unlike T-shirts, people wear caps in all seasons, in all weather-- day or night. You may have heard that cap printing is difficult. That is because they did not have our patented features and top flight training.  Fear not, free help is available. We specialize in training topics such as how to prepare art, make screens, print and market caps.  We even advise how to select the best cap to print and how to print the new high density inks over seams.

Should I buy an exposure unit? I don't even see any on your website! What gives?
We do not sell over-priced exposure units. Instead, we teach our customers how to make their own 100% effective exposure units at a cost of about $50. This is yet another example of how R Jennings creates maximum value for its customers. We do sell the best made exposure unit for those who want a metal halide light with a vacuum blanket and light timing device.

For additional information and photos, visit our "Products" section or send an email to roger @ rjennings.com.  You can also reach us during business hours at 518-798-CAPT (2277) or 800-500-2279.

R Jennings Equipment Start-Up Guide

Here is your chance to get off to a great start with everything you must have to be successful.

• Training Program
  Get unlimited support to learn the best methods and materials available today.

• Press
  Pick the press that is right for you - and get the peace of mind that you will be getting the latest technology and best built press.

• Dryer
  Flash or, flash and conveyor, select what your budget can afford.

• Supplies
  The best vendors and products have been carefully selected to make training easy and fun. Only what you need is included, and best of all, we will show you ways not to spend money.

• Grow
  Expand your business with 32 attachments to increase revenue. Be confident in your decision, because as a Jennings customer you can always trade in Jennings-made equipment for a 75% credit of what you paid for the equipment.

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