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With the highest inflation rate in years, many people are looking for ways to bring in additional income to their households. Starting or expanding an existing business to offer custom printing can be an easy and lucrative way to diversify your revenue. From businesses sharing their message or branding on printed  t-shirts, or hats, etc. to helping a local little league team with fundraising, printing custom apparel can be a great way to expand your start your business.  

And the best part is, all you need to get started is a quality heat press. Heat presses are versatile machines that can be used to create a variety of products, from custom t-shirts to mugs, hats, and other items. Here are some of the reasons why investing in a heat press is a great idea for any small business or side hustle.

1. Cost-Effective: Heat presses are inexpensive compared to other printing methods. This makes them an ideal choice for those who need to produce a large number of prints quickly and cost-effectively. Plus, due to their low cost, heat presses can be used for a variety of projects, from creating custom t-shirts to printing designs onto mugs, hats, and other items.

2. Versatility: Heat presses are incredibly versatile and can be used to create a variety of products. From custom t-shirts to mugs and hats, heat presses can be used to create almost any type of product. They can be used to print on a variety of materials, including fabrics, wood, metal, and more.

3. Durability: Heat presses are durable and can handle a lot of wear and tear. This makes them ideal for businesses that need to produce many prints quickly and reliably. With proper care, they are easy to maintain and can last for many years.  

4. Quality: Heat presses produce high-quality prints that are crisp and vibrant. This makes them ideal for businesses that need to create professional-looking products.

Overall, investing in a heat press is an excellent decision for anyone looking to start a business or expand their current business's product offering. Heat presses are relatively inexpensive, versatile, and durable, and produce high-quality prints. 

Ricoma International is the custom apparel industry's leading manufacturer of embroidery machines and apparel decorating equipment, including heat presses for t-shirts, hats and mugs. Ricoma's CEO, Henry Ma, is the host of Apparel Academy on Youtube where he offers insights and strategies for people looking for success in the decorated apparel industry.