EconoRed III dryers in 30 and 54 in. (76 and 137 cm) belt widths cure garments screen-printed with plastisols, water-based inks or discharge at higher rates, in a smaller footprint, at lower cost and more quietly than the BigRed3 dryers they replace.
Model ER-III-30, with 30 in. (76 cm) wide belt and three 24 in. (61 cm) wide heaters (total 10,800 watts) cures up to 475 plastisol-printed garments/h, or 100 garments/h screen-printed with water-based ink or discharge.
Model ER-III-54, with 54 in. (137 cm) wide belt and three 48 in. (122 cm) heaters (total 21,600 watts) cures up to 950 plastisol-printed garments/h, or 300 garments/h screen-printed with water-based ink or discharge.
Capacity of both models can be doubled, tripled or quadrupled by adding one, two or three modular heating chambers and conveyor belt extensions — as new or when needs grow.
A top-mounted ventilation system filters exhaust air, cools the enclosure's outer skin, and evacuates moisture and fumes from the heating chamber. It also makes ER-III dryers over 20 percent quieter and 5 in. (13 cm) narrower, and allows the control box to be positioned the right side (standard) or left side of the enclosure to suit shop layouts.
All heaters feature closely spaced coils that provide high-density, medium-wavelength infrared heat for maximum cure speed without cold spots or under-curing, and come with a 15-year warranty.
The Vastex Infrared Focusing System allows heater adjustment to any height from 2 to 7 in. (5.1 to 17.8 cm) above the belt, allowing the operator to compensate for bulky garments or hats.
All models include a digital belt speed display and a belt tracking system for increased belt life. The digital PID temperature controller is accurate to +/- 1°F (+/-0.5°C), allowing the operator to fine-tune or accurately repeat drying results at any future time.
NOTE: This model requires the purchase of a 9' belt, (part #04-06-116).
ADVANCED
Top-mounted, Focused Exhaust Air System evacuates fumes and moisture quickly
QUIET
20% quieter than earlier models
ACCURATE
Temperature controller accurate to +/-1°F (+/-0.5°C)
Digital PID with fuzzy logic — industry's most advanced
ADJUSTABLE
Infrared Focusing System allows 2 - 7 in. (5 - 17.7 cm) belt-to-heater height adjustment to accommodate hats or bulky garments, and can be customized to provide additional heater clearance
INNOVATIVE
Engineered to be shorter and slimmer with high heat and production
PRECISE
Digital belt speed display for more accurate control
POWERFUL
Focused exhaust system removes moisture and fumes fast
FILTERED
Filtered air intake provides clean curing air to preserve images from contamination
HEAVY DUTY
"X-Series" Conveyor Belt Tracking System
BELT WIDTH
(Maximum garment width)
30" (76 cm) or 54" (137 cm)
HEATER WIDTH
24" (61 cm) or 48" (122 cm)
MAXIMUM IMAGE WIDTH
18 in. (46 cm) or 42 in. (107 cm)
(Heater width minus 6 in. [15 cm])
EXPANDABLE
Add heat chambers and belt extensions
POWER OPTIONS
240V / 950A / 1 Ph. / 3 wire 50/60HZ
240V / 29A / 3 Ph. / 4 wire 50/60HZ
400V / 16A / 3 Ph. / 5 wire 50/60HZ
All amps shown are FLA (Full Load Amps), not recommended line size! This dryer must be hard wired to the power terminal provided. A licensed electrician must be consulted and should refer to articles, 210.20(a), 215.3 and 310 of the NEC code.
✔ Built for Long-Term Reliability – Includes a 15-year heater warranty, ensuring industrial-grade durability.
Available Models & Specifications:
| Model |
Belt Width |
Heater Width |
Total Wattage |
Curing Capacity (Plastisol) |
Curing Capacity (Water-Based) |
| EconoRed III-30 |
30” (76 cm) |
24” (61 cm) |
10,800W |
475 garments/hr |
100 garments/hr |
| EconoRed III-54 |
54” (137 cm) |
48” (122 cm) |
21,600W |
950 garments/hr |
300 garments/hr |
🔧 Expandable Capacity – Add 1, 2, or 3 additional heat chambers to increase production output as your shop grows.
Optional Upgrades & Accessories:
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Additional Heat Chambers (36”/91 cm length) – Increase production throughput as demand grows.
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Belt Extensions (18”/46 cm front or rear) – Expand conveyor space for longer curing cycles.
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Custom Control Box Positioning – Standard right-side mount, optional left-side placement available.
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3-Phase & High Voltage Options – Available in 208V, 380V, and 480V configurations.
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Exhaust Hood – Provides extra fume extraction for enhanced air quality.
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Hat Support Rail – Supports specialty curing applications for headwear.
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Locking Casters – Allows for easy mobility in dynamic shop setups.
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Reversing Belt/HD Drive System – Enables reverse operation for unique curing needs.
Why Choose the Vastex EconoRed III Conveyor Dryer?
The Vastex EconoRed III Series is the ultimate high-production infrared conveyor dryer, offering fast, accurate, and scalable curing. With industry-leading digital heat control, heavy-duty construction, and modular expandability, this dryer ensures consistent, high-quality results for screen printers using plastisol, water-based, and discharge inks.
✔ Optimized for High-Volume Printing & Industrial-Level Production
✔ Eliminates Moisture & Fumes with Advanced Exhaust System
✔ Ensures Precise, Repeatable Curing with Digital Heat & Belt Speed Control
✔ Expandable to Meet Growing Production Demands
✔ 15-Year Heater Warranty for Long-Term Reliability
