So a double pole, double throw switch of suitable amperage/capacity would make the belt reversible at the flip of a switch allowing you to feed from either side, which means you can probably have all 3 presses within easy feeding reach by putting two at one end and one at the other end.
I'd put the Rototex and Revolution at one end and the Javelin at the other as you probably can't run both autos at the same time any way, and also so the catcher end has more space when running the Revolution as it's likely to get the most use and run the fastest.
Very interesting setup, but I'd definitely like both autos to be able to run at the same time. I agree that the dryer is not cut out for the capacity, but believe there will be times when it will be possible. A dryer will be my next upgrade when its feasible.
I didn't see in the fine print, but is the offer for the shirt include 2X sizes? Probably not, cheap bastard.....
Here is what I got. It may not be the best idea considering we seem to move things every few months!
2X? Dang this contest keeps getting more expensive by the minute. Aw alright, I'm feeling good today. We'll split the difference.
If this setup gives me some decent space around the presses, it has the potential to be the one. I hadn't considered running the Javelin on that side of the shop but looking at it today it made sense.
The belt will not track properly in two directions. You will have to adjust every time you reverse it. Just a FYI!
That would not be ideal at all. Thanks for the info!
Guess what wasn't mentioned is what way do the presses rotate? Can you change/decide which way the RPM goes?
If I remember correctly, Rick said this was an option that could be programmed into the machine at installation. So I was planning on having that possibility amongst a few others.
Don't forget to allow a little room for them flash units...... if it isn't already figured in the dimensions. And you will need room for the shirt cart for loading.
The flash units slide in and out of the heads so they don't take up much space when installed, but I do plan on moving them around based on the job so I will definitely need some room to get them out & back in when needed. Will make sure the space is available, thanks for the suggestion.
Put everything you can on wheels.
We just got our first real (non p.o.s.) cart and I've never seen my shirt guy so excited. More wheels are definitely on the way.
here's my layout.
My entire design was so that each 'work area' only requires 3-5 steps to move around.
Badass setup, and great workflow. I'll definitely be taking some pointers from it, thanks for sharing.
