Compact Ai1 – All-in-one Industrial DTG printer

All-in-one. Compact. Intelligent. Sustainable.
Integrated DTG production. 

The aeoon Compact Ai1 is designed for professional DTG production environments that require high print quality, reduced handling steps and automation readiness in a compact footprint.

By integrating pretreatment and printing into a single system, the Compact Ai1 simplifies DTG production and creates a stable, reproducible workflow – ideal for modern print shops and growing production facilities.

Best for

• Professional print shops and medium-sized production environments
• Businesses aiming to reduce manual handling and staffing effort
• DTG production with limited floor space
• Automation-ready and scalable production concepts

If you are looking for an efficient all-in-one DTG solution, the Compact Ai1 is built for you.

The challenge

Conventional DTG setups often require multiple machines and handling steps:

• external pretreatment units
• additional loading and unloading
• increased labor requirements
• higher risk of inconsistencies

These factors increase complexity, space requirements and operating costs.

The aeoon solution
All-in-one. Truly integrated.

The Compact Ai1 combines pretreatment and DTG printing in one coordinated workflow.

• Integrated wet-on-dry pretreatment and printing
• Controlled, reproducible processes
• Reduced handling and operator movement
• Compact, space-efficient design

This results in stable print quality, shorter cycle times and lower operating effort.

Key benefits

• Integrated pretreatment and DTG printing
• Compact footprint with industrial performance
• One-operator production concept
• Reduced handling steps and errors
• Automation-ready interfaces
• Reliable, reproducible print quality

Designed for continuous professional operation.

Typical output (production mode)

The Compact Ai1 is optimized for efficient professional DTG production.
Depending on design, fabric and workflow, typical output can reach:

• up to 60 prints per hour*

* Output depends on garment type, design complexity and operator performance.

Technical overview

• Integrated industrial platform
  Coordinated DTG and pretreatment system built on an industrial mechanical base for synchronized and repeatable production processes.

• Maximum print format
  Configurable pallet system supporting formats up to approx. 40×50cm/16×20in, depending on configuration.

• Ink system
  Industrial water-based pigment ink system aligned with the integrated pretreatment process to ensure process stability.

• Automation & integration
  Prepared for structured workflow integration and scalable automation environments.

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Typical workflow

Garment loading → integrated pretreatment → DTG printing → curing / finishing → unloading

All main process steps are coordinated within a single system, ensuring consistent results and smooth operation.

Integration & scalability

The Compact Ai1 integrates seamlessly into modern production environments:

• automation-ready interfaces (e.g. OPC-UA, REST)
• compatibility with dryers, presses and finishing systems
• easy integration into order and production management systems
• scalable from single-machine setups to multi-unit production

This makes the Compact Ai1 ideal for future-oriented production strategies.

Sustainability & efficiency

• Compatible with certified water-based pigment inks
• Reduced pretreatment liquid consumption
• Energy-efficient system design
• Durable construction for long service life

Sustainability is achieved through efficient integration and reduced process steps, not compromises in performance.

Related solutions

The Compact Ai1 is commonly used in:

• Print-on-Demand & Fulfillment
• Small & Medium Print Shops
• Automation & Smart Factory
• Sustainable Textile Printing

Next step
Let’s simplify your DTG production

We help you evaluate whether the Compact Ai1 is the right solution for your production volume, space and automation goals.

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