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Commercial Heat Press 26" x 32" Air-Operated Automatic Swing Away

Vendor: George Knight & Co SKU: DK32AP

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Overview

The DK32AP is a large-format, air-operated automatic heat press featuring a 26" x 32" platen and industrial-grade construction for demanding, high-volume production. Designed for operators who require precision, efficiency, and size, the DK32AP combines push-button operation with fully digital temperature and time control, all housed within a solid steel welded framework.

This model utilizes the same control system, heating elements, and pressure output found in Geo Knight's MaxiPress AIR series, offering smooth drawer-style front-loading and top-down pneumatic pressing with fully adjustable PSI (air compressor required). The press delivers up to 6,000 lbs of force with exact pressure leveling for consistent, edge-to-edge results.

Ideal for accommodating wide-format printer output and oversized transfer applications (including textiles, metal, wood, ceramics, and rigid substrates) the DK32AP fills the gap between standard 20x25 heat press models and Geo Knight’s larger MaxiPress solutions. It’s a cost-effective, industrial-grade option for businesses scaling into larger format production without the footprint or investment of a factory-class press.

Specifications 
Weight : 790 lbs
Electrical : 5600W / 25A / 220V
Air Compressor Required (min) : 7 gal, 1 cfm, 100 psi, 3/8" line
Print Area :  32"D x 26"W
Shipping Dimensions : 48"L x 48"W x 67"H
Vendor : George Knight & Co
SKU : DK32AP

 

Features 
  • 26" x 32" front-loading drawer-style platen handles large and awkward materials with ease

  • Air-powered pneumatic pressing delivers up to 6,000 lbs of pressure (compressor required)

  • Adjustable PSI control (20–100 PSI) with air gauge and regulator for total pressure tuning

  • SuperCoil-Microwinding™ heater and ultra-thick heater block ensure even heating

  • Digital Knight control system with 70 presets, timers, and press cycle tracking

  • Fully digital temperature range from 32°–600°F, accurate to ±2°F

  • Accommodates materials up to 2" thick—perfect for rigid and textured substrates

  • Self-leveling pressure system eliminates uneven prints and ghosting

  • Dual-button activation safety circuit prevents accidental presses

  • Solid steel frame with Nomex-padded bed for durability and print consistency

  • Heavy-duty locking casters for mobility and workstation stability

Warranty
  • FREE LIFETIME Tech Support!
  • Full one year warranty on heating element, controls and entire press
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Let’s be honest, there’s a point in every growing shop where standard gear just can’t keep up. That point is usually when you're eyeing 24" roll printers, oversized sublimation sheets, or heat pressing rigid materials like wood, metal, and glass. The DK32AP Industrial Heat Press Machine is built for exactly that moment. It’s a large-format, air-powered beast that delivers precision, consistency, and power, all without breaking the bank.

This isn’t your average swing-away press. The DK32AP uses top-down pneumatics with a smooth front-loading drawer motion, giving you effortless access to the massive 26" x 32" platen. Whether you're pressing banners, flags, all-over shirts, or weirdly shaped promotional items, this machine gives you the space to breathe and room to work.

Now, here’s where things get real: up to 6,000 lbs of pressure. That’s not a typo. Thanks to the integrated 20–100 PSI air regulator, you can dial in the exact pressure you need for everything from soft polyester tees to coated metal or hard-surfaced materials. And yes, that PSI control is fully digital—so no guesswork, just consistency every time.

The DK32AP shares its Digital Knight control system and SuperCoil-Microwinding™ heating element with the high-end MaxiPress AIR series. You get even, edge-to-edge temperature coverage, a wide 32°–600°F range, and the same surgical accuracy: ±2°F. Want to run multiple job types back to back? Load up to 70 programmable presets, toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius, and track press cycles with built-in logging.

And the construction? Industrial through and through. Solid steel frame. Ultra-thick Nomex padded bed. Heavy-duty locking casters. This press doesn’t wiggle, warp, or wander. It stays rock solid, even during intense production days. Safety's built-in too, with a dual-button activation circuit to keep your hands clear while locking in every job.

If you’ve outgrown the limitations of 16x20 or 20x25 machines, and you’re not quite ready to leap into a full MaxiPress setup, the DK32AP gives you that sweet spot of industrial heat press performance with more affordability and maneuverability. It’s not just a step up, it’s a shift into full-scale production.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The timer does not start when I close the heat platen, or the timer does not reset when I open the press up.
  • There are several probable causes for this. The timer is activated by a micro-tilt sensor stuck to the pressure arm.
  • First: When the head of the machine is opened, the tilt sensor needs to be tilted slightly upward to signal the controller to stop/reset. When the head of the machine is closed, the timer sensor needs to be tilted downward (towards the floor) to signal the controller to start counting.
  • Second: Check the wire connection from the tilt sensor into the control panel. The timer and pressure signals go to a small black 6-pin connector on the top of the circuit board in the control box. Check to make sure this is firmly seated and plugged into the board.
The control displays “Err” when it first comes on, and I cannot set the temperature or use the press.

The “Err” message will display if the heating signal from the platen has been cut off, interrupted, or the heating sensor has failed.

First, check the lime green temperature connector that plugs into the digital control. At the top of the controller, there is a green connector that plugs in with two small wires. This is the temperature sensor wire. Check to make sure it is properly seated.

If, after unplugging and plugging the lime green connector, the “Err” message still appears, unplug the green connector and remove the two tiny wires from the lime green plug. Cut them back 1/4”, strip them so they have new connections, and reconnect them to the lime green plug so they are screwed in tightly and cannot pull out. Plug the green plug back in and turn the press on.

I press the keys on the keypad, and there is no sound or response from the controller.

Check the connection of the keypad to the controller. This is inside the top panel.

  1. Unplug the power cord.
  2. Remove the two screws in between the clamp/linkage that hold down the top panel.
  3. Carefully lift the panel up and look inside at the digital controller.

The keypad connector passes in through the top panel. It should wind around the first circuit board and be seated fully into the connector. Check the black keypad connector that plugs into the circuit board to see if it has pulled apart. Also check the area where the keypad connects to the front membrane to see if the leads have been damaged. The membrane keypad may need to be replaced.

The gas springs are not lifting the head as easily as when the press was new, or the gas springs have lost their pressure.

After a large volume of use over an extended period of many pressing cycles, the gas springs will slowly lose their original force.

These hydraulic lifter springs are extremely easy to replace, and are surprisingly similar in cost—or even lower—than conventional mechanical springs. Contact the factory for replacement gas springs if the machine is no longer able to keep the platen open. Note: The gas springs must have the silver rod face down, and the black tube face up.

The press has shut off and will not come back on after checking the power cord.

Test for power coming from the back side of the power cord inlet socket. Then, test for power coming from the back side of the on/off switch. Finally, test for power coming to the end of the black and white wires that run from the on/off switch into the control board.

This will help narrow down which power-handling component needs replacement. The RPK-DKPWR is a common replacement kit that includes all these components.

I pressed a transfer upside down. The inks and transfer material have burned onto the heat platen.

Cool the press down. Using a non-abrasive detergent or cleaner, thoroughly scrub the heat platen surface.

Do not use an abrasive scrubber or a pad that will scratch the Teflon coating of the platen. If you're still unable to remove the transfer material, obtain Teflon heater block cleaner from the factory.

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Overview

The DK32AP is a large-format, air-operated automatic heat press featuring a 26" x 32" platen and industrial-grade construction for demanding, high-volume production. Designed for operators who require precision, efficiency, and size, the DK32AP combines push-button operation with fully digital temperature and time control, all housed within a solid steel welded framework.

This model utilizes the same control system, heating elements, and pressure output found in Geo Knight's MaxiPress AIR series, offering smooth drawer-style front-loading and top-down pneumatic pressing with fully adjustable PSI (air compressor required). The press delivers up to 6,000 lbs of force with exact pressure leveling for consistent, edge-to-edge results.

Ideal for accommodating wide-format printer output and oversized transfer applications (including textiles, metal, wood, ceramics, and rigid substrates) the DK32AP fills the gap between standard 20x25 heat press models and Geo Knight’s larger MaxiPress solutions. It’s a cost-effective, industrial-grade option for businesses scaling into larger format production without the footprint or investment of a factory-class press.

Specifications 
Weight : 790 lbs
Electrical : 5600W / 25A / 220V
Air Compressor Required (min) : 7 gal, 1 cfm, 100 psi, 3/8" line
Print Area :  32"D x 26"W
Shipping Dimensions : 48"L x 48"W x 67"H
Vendor : George Knight & Co
SKU : DK32AP

 

Features 
  • 26" x 32" front-loading drawer-style platen handles large and awkward materials with ease

  • Air-powered pneumatic pressing delivers up to 6,000 lbs of pressure (compressor required)

  • Adjustable PSI control (20–100 PSI) with air gauge and regulator for total pressure tuning

  • SuperCoil-Microwinding™ heater and ultra-thick heater block ensure even heating

  • Digital Knight control system with 70 presets, timers, and press cycle tracking

  • Fully digital temperature range from 32°–600°F, accurate to ±2°F

  • Accommodates materials up to 2" thick—perfect for rigid and textured substrates

  • Self-leveling pressure system eliminates uneven prints and ghosting

  • Dual-button activation safety circuit prevents accidental presses

  • Solid steel frame with Nomex-padded bed for durability and print consistency

  • Heavy-duty locking casters for mobility and workstation stability

Warranty
  • FREE LIFETIME Tech Support!
  • Full one year warranty on heating element, controls and entire press