T-Shirt Heat Presses
A T-shirt press, also referred to as a flat press, heat press, or heat press sublimation machine, functions as a precision heat transfer device. It applies consistent heat at a designated temperature and pressure, within a defined timeframe. This controlled process enables the transfer of your unique design onto a wide range of substrates—from T-shirts and tote bags to ceramic tiles and mousepads. We have heat presses available with a variety of differently shaped elements to grow your business.
With over 80% of all transfer-printable items being flat, a reliable heat transfer machine—especially a digital T-shirt heat press—is the cornerstone of any successful printing business. Whether you're starting out or scaling up, choosing the best T-shirt printing machine is critical to your long-term success.
At JG Electronics, we’ve been immersed in the world of heat presses and sublimation for over 34 years. From 1998 to 2003, we even manufactured our own presses right here in South Africa. That hands-on experience means we only supply machines that meet our strict performance and safety standards—like the versatile Muggit 8-in-1 Heat Press Combo, designed for T-shirts, mugs, caps, and more.
Unlike many low-cost imports flooding the market, our presses come with English instructions and have passed all required SOUTH AFRICAN safety tests. We've seen cheap imitations fail these tests—and fail our customers. That’s why we offer not just quality equipment, but also local repair support and expert guidance on how to use a heat press machine.
When you partner with JG Electronics, you're investing in a heat transfer machine that’s practical, cost-effective, and backed by real support—making it a true asset to your business.
Some sellers may claim that a sublimation press is different from a T-shirt press. This is simply not true. The term “sublimation press” is often used as a marketing tactic, but in reality, it’s the same machine—a flatbed heat press designed to transfer images onto garments and other substrates.
The two types of manually operated heat presses are:
- Clamshell
The press hinges upwards like a sandwich toaster – These are perfect for 90% of applications and generally cost less to manufacture. They come in 2 varieties – standard and high pressure. The high pressure is an absolute requirement for laser printed transfers. High pressure presses are a little more expensive, but a much better buy. - Swing Away
The press lifts up and the heat plate swings to the side – These can press thicker items than the clamshell variety and they have more even pressure (critical for some niche laser transfers).
Apart from our T-shirt presses we stock a wide range of heat presses that can be used to apply transfers onto other items, such as mugs, glasses and sports bottles, caps, pens, buttons, plates, balls, and more. Not only do we stock presses that can press all the items mentioned here, but we will also make recommendations to you after proper consultation to ensure you have the correct press for your needs, be it for crafting, a small business, or an industrial setup. We also stock a large variety of printable sublimation blanks for inkjet, laser, DTF and even etching. For more information browse our Consumable Catalogue.
Muggit™ Craft Express Press
An exciting new product aimed at both the craft and low volume market, this new craft express press is also excellent for pressing those areas that are hard to reach with a traditional T-shirt press like the side of a kit bag or the side of a shoe.
This press has no base, you don’t put the item into the press but rather press directly onto your item.
- Perfect for heat transfer vinyl, metal, hardboard, and more.
- Touch screen for setting the temperature and pressing time.
- Comes with press pad and tray.
- Has an adjustable vibration function for smart pressure adjustment.
- Optional extras include a mug and a cap attachment.
- The most economical heat press.
- 1 Year warranty.
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T-Shirt or Flat Clamshell Heat Presses
Up your printing game with one of our Flat Clamshell heat presses from Muggit—powerful, space-saving solutions designed for precision and performance. Our clamshell press machines delivers consistent, high-quality results. As a reliable t shirt printing machine, it’s perfect for scaling your printing business to the next level. The high pressure pro clamshell heat presses ensures flawless transfers on every project - thanks to its flat clamshell build, you can easily press a wide range of substrates beyond just t-shirts, including tote bags, mousepads, puzzle boards, and more.
All the Clamshell presses below share the following characteristics:
- Digital controller with time and temperature settings.
- Fully adjustable pressure.
- Manufactured to our specifications for local conditions.
- Fully licenced and compliant with South African NRCS safety regulations.
- Spares available locally and repaired by ourselves.
- Instruction manual in English written by South Africans for South Africans.
- 2 year warranty.
Muggit™ 50cm x 40cm High Pressure Pro Clamshell Press
- 50cm x 40cm high pressure press for those larger prints like DTF.
Muggit™ 38cm x 38cm High Pressure Pro Clamshell Press
- This press generates much higher pressure – excellent for use with laser transfers.
- Heavier than usual mechanical construction manufactured to our specifications.
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Swing Away Presses
Muggit™ 8-in-1 Swing Away Combo Press
Looking for the best flat swing away heat press machine to grow your business? Our Muggit 8-in-1 Heat Press Combo is the ultimate solution for entrepreneurs and creatives alike. This versatile digital T-shirt heat press delivers professional-grade results across garments, mugs, caps, and more—all with precision and ease. Whether you're branding apparel or expanding your product range, our heat transfer machine ensures flawless prints and long-lasting quality
- A strong, reliable, easy to use and yet also affordable multi-function press.
- Our most popular press.
- Digital timer and advanced temperature controller.
- Adjustable pressure.
- Comes standard with the flat (T-shirt) attachment, mug attachment & 4 different mug elements, 2 plate attachments (dinner & side), and cap attachment.
- Manufactured to our specifications for local conditions.
- Fully licensed and compliant with South African NRCS safety regulations.
- Spares available locally and repaired by ourselves.
- Instruction manual in English written by South Africans for South Africans.
- 2 year warranty.
- Muggit 8 in 1 Swing Away Combo Press
Muggit™ A4 Lime Swing Away Press
- The most affordable press in our range taking up the least amount of valuable space.
- Perfect for use with transfer vinyl, sublimation printing, and inkjet transfers.
- Lowest power consumption.
- Digital timer and advanced temperature controller.
- Adjustable pressure.
- Manufactured to our specifications for local conditions.
- Fully licensed and compliant with South African NRCS safety regulations.
- Spares available locally and repaired by ourselves.
- Instruction manual in English written by South Africans for South Africans.
- 2 year warranty.
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GEO Knight Press
- Provides complete access to load and unload materials and layout transfers.
- The heat platen is always face down. Regardless of the height of the product being pressed, it is always pressed evenly and level.
- Combines a heavy-duty solid steel industrial grade pressing framework with accurate and easy to use electronics.
- Utilizing a state-of-the-art control system and heavy-duty solid steel welded framework.
- These machines boasts a lifetime warranty on the heat platen, and an unprecedented 3-year warranty on the heat-control electronics.
