STAHLS’ New Heat Press Honors America’s 250th Birthday

ST. CLAIR SHORES, MICHIGAN (February 2, 2026) – STAHLS’ has launched the MAXX® 250 heat press line, a special-edition release that celebrates American craftsmanship coinciding with the United States’ 250th birthday.

Built for professional performance at an accessible price, MAXX® 250 heat presses deliver consistent temperature, reliable pressure and durable, made in the USA construction designed to support real production, print on demand workflows, and long-term business growth.

“The MAXX® 250 is designed for how decorators work today,” said Josh Ellsworth, GroupeSTAHL Chief Financial Officer. “Success starts with equipment they can trust, and the MAXX® 250 provides accessible, American-made machinery that creates consistency between jobs, meets real customer demands, and offers the reliability businesses need to grow.”

Made in USA. Built to Last. Priced to Perform

The MAXX® 250 will be offered throughout 2026 at an all-new price reduction that gives decorators an alternative to cheap imports, making professional-grade equipment more accessible than ever before. Backed by Hotronix® and American-made, the MAXX® 250 is available in three sizes and as a hat press.

• MAXX® 16” x 20” – $899 Your everyday workhorse
• MAXX® 15” x 15” – $799 Perfect startup or add-on press
• MAXX® 11” x 15” – $699 Small footprint that performs
• MAXX® Cap Press – $699 Headwear made simple
  

Built for Print On Demand

The MAXX® 250 line provides a low-barrier entry point into scalable print on demand production while remaining a reliable solution for growing shops and secondary press needs. Designed for ease of use, consistent output, and also portability for on-site printing, the MAXX 250® supports faster turnaround times and predictable results on every order.

Learn more about the ongoing MAXX® 250 promotion by visiting stahls.com/maxx-250.

STAHLS’ is a longtime member and supporter of the National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA). Ted Stahl is a member of the Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame.