ROQ PEEL Automatic Film Removal Machine for Screen Printing
ROQ
The ROQ PEEL is an automatic heat transfer film removal module that bolts onto the ROQ Impress — eliminating the last manual labor step in the DTF production workflow. After the Impress presses the transfer onto the garment, the PEEL automatically detects and removes the DTF backing film with millimeter precision. Features adjustable peel speed (optimizes for different job sizes), adjustable stroke length (handles varying transfer sheet sizes), a laser alignment marker for precise pickup positioning, and a 120-liter waste bin for efficient disposal of used backing sheets. Processes up to 500 garments per hour when paired with the Impress. Together with ROQ FEED (the automatic transfer placement module), PEEL closes the loop on a fully-automated DTF production line — one operator loads and unloads garments while FEED, Impress, and PEEL handle everything in between.
Description
ROQ PEEL — Automatic DTF Film Removal Module
Automate the Last Manual Step in DTF Production — Detects and Removes DTF Backing Film After Pressing With Millimeter Precision, Processes up to 500 Garments/Hour
See How ROQ PEEL Automates Backing Film Removal on the ROQ Impress
ROQ PEEL is one of two automation add-on modules that bolt onto the ROQ Impress to speed up and automate the DTF heat transfer process. Paired with ROQ FEED, it transforms the Impress from a press that still needs a manual operator station into a fully-automated heat transfer line where one person manages the whole workflow. Watch the video below to see both add-ons in action alongside the Impress — the automated line is exactly what ROQ PEEL enables:
Same ROQ PEEL. Better Buying Experience.
An automatic ROQ press is a 15–20 year production investment — not a checkout-page decision. You deserve an equipment partner who’ll spec it right the first time, coordinate installation with experienced trades, and stand behind the purchase for the full life of the machine.
Authorized ROQ Distributor — Direct Factory Pricing
We’re a factory-authorized ROQ dealer. We can quote the ROQ PEEL at or below competitor pricing, bundle flash dryers, donut probes, conveyor dryers, and production supplies into one shipment, and consolidate freight for better rates.
An Extra Layer of Equipment Support
We’ve been speccing, selling, and installing automatic screen printing presses since 2008. When you call us, you talk to someone who’s stood next to a ROQ on a production floor — not a call-center rep reading from a PDF.
Full ROQ Solid Warranty — Industry’s Only Named Warranty
Your factory warranty stays fully intact — parts, labor, and travel covered per the ROQ Solid Warranty terms. But your first call goes to us in San Antonio. We coordinate service, source parts, and escalate to ROQ US or Portugal as needed.
Built-to-Order at the ROQ Factory
Every ROQ press is custom-built in Portugal with decades of refinement. 8–12 weeks built-to-order from the ROQ factory in Portugal. Ask us about occasional in-stock demo units and trade-in opportunities that ship faster.
Why PEEL Completes the Fully-Automated DTF Line
🎯 The Last Automation Step for a Fully-Automated DTF Line
Even with the Impress and FEED installed, one manual step remains: peeling the backing film off each transfer after it’s been pressed. PEEL automates this final step. Detects the transfer, grabs the backing film, and removes it automatically with millimeter precision. With PEEL, Impress, and FEED all running together, one operator manages the entire line — loading blank garments and unloading finished ones.
✋ Precision Film Detection and Removal
PEEL automatically detects each transfer sheet after the Impress presses it and removes the backing film with millimeter precision. No manual operator time spent peeling. No missed peels leaving film stuck to garments. No inconsistent peel angles causing transfer damage. Every peel is uniform.
⚙️ Adjustable Peel Speed
Different transfer types, sizes, and fabrics peel best at different speeds. PEEL’s adjustable peel speed lets you dial in optimal performance across your full job mix. Save speed settings per job type or recipe for instant recall.
📏 Adjustable Stroke Length
Transfer sheets vary in size — from small pocket-print sheets to full-front graphic sheets. PEEL’s adjustable stroke length matches the peel motion to the sheet size, so you’re not wasting time on oversized strokes for small transfers or undersized strokes for large ones.
🔦 Laser Alignment Marker
A laser marker projects the exact pickup position for backing film removal — precise alignment every time, no guesswork. Especially critical when running different transfer sizes through in sequence; the laser makes setup changes visual and fast.
📦 Up to 500 Garments Per Hour Capacity
PEEL is sized to match the Impress’s production throughput — up to 500 garments per hour in paired operation. PEEL won’t bottleneck the Impress’s production speed. Full-line capacity matches full-line throughput.
🗑️ 120-Liter Waste Bin for Used Backing Sheets
Used DTF backing film piles up fast on a high-volume line. PEEL includes a built-in 120-liter waste bin that captures removed backing sheets — no operator interruption to empty a small trash can every few minutes. Empty the 120L bin at shift change or end of day, not mid-run.
🔌 Single-Connection Impress Integration
Like ROQ FEED, PEEL integrates with the Impress via a single connection. Powered by the Impress, controlled from the Impress HMI. No separate controller, no secondary software, no extra electrical drop.
👤 Completes the 1-Operator Workflow
Traditional DTF production needs 4–6 operators (loading, placing, pressing, peeling, unloading, stacking). Impress + FEED + PEEL together need just 1 operator — who loads blanks and unloads finished garments. Everything between those two human steps is automated. Industrial-scale production with minimal labor.
🏭 ROI — Complete the Labor-Savings Automation
Shops that buy FEED report strong labor savings from automating placement. PEEL doubles those savings by automating the other manual labor step. Together, FEED + PEEL typically pay back within 18–30 months on a production Impress — and after that, it’s pure labor-cost reduction.
⚠️ Art Layout Requirement — 40mm Minimum Edge Clearance
Per ROQ’s official spec, reliable automatic film removal requires a minimum 40mm (roughly 1.5″) distance between the edge of your printed image and the edge of the transfer sheet. This is how PEEL reliably grabs the film edge without catching the image. It’s a straightforward art-layout rule — we mention it upfront so your graphic designer can build that buffer into transfer sheet layouts before you order.
✅ Made in Europe — ROQ Engineering
Manufactured at ROQ’s Portugal facility. Same build quality, materials, and service support as every other ROQ product. Covered by the ROQ Solid Warranty: parts, labor, and technician travel.
The Industry’s Only Named Equipment Warranty
Every ROQ PEEL purchased through an authorized ROQ dealer is covered by the ROQ Solid Warranty. Standard coverage includes parts, labor, AND technician travel — the only named warranty in the automatic screen-print equipment industry. You don’t pay for the part, shipping, tech time, or travel costs when a ROQ technician needs to come onsite.
Coverage periods vary by configuration. Call us at (512) 454-0505 and we’ll send the current warranty PDF with your quote.
Build Your Complete Automated DTF Line
Talk to a ROQ Expert
Speccing the right ROQ takes a real conversation — your production volume, shop footprint, color count goals, growth horizon, and workflow all factor into the build. Call, email, or chat with us — we’ll put together a complete ROQ PEEL configuration, financing estimate, accessory package, and lead-time quote within 1 business day.
Technical Specifications
ROQ PEEL Complete Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | S.Roque Máquinas e Tecnologia Laser S.A. (ROQ) — Portugal |
| Product Type | Automatic DTF/heat transfer backing film removal module — add-on for the ROQ Impress |
| Primary Function | Automatically detects and removes DTF backing film after pressing |
| Compatible Press | ROQ Impress — all configurations (P06C02, P06C03, P08C04, P10C05) |
| Integration | Single-connection integration with Impress — controlled from Impress HMI |
| Production Capacity | Up to 500 garments per hour (paired with Impress at 600 pcs/hr max) |
| Peel Speed | Adjustable — optimize for different job types and sizes |
| Stroke Length | Adjustable — handles varying transfer sheet sizes |
| Alignment System | Laser marker — precise pickup position indicator |
| Waste Management | Integrated 120-liter waste bin for used backing sheets |
| Air Consumption | 4.2 l/min (8.9 ft³/h) @ 6 bar work pressure, 7 bar supply, 600 pcs/hr |
| Electric Consumption | 5.3 Amp @ 3×230V |
| Total Weight | 120 kg (265 lb) |
| Minimum Clearance Required | 40 mm minimum distance between the edge of the image and the edge of the transfer sheet — critical for reliable automatic film removal. Confirm your transfer art layout meets this spec before ordering. |
| Transfer Types Supported | DTF backing film · heat transfer backing sheets |
| Attachment Compatibility | P06C02 & P06C03 support any 2 of 3 modules (PEEL + FEED or PEEL + PULL) · P08C04 & P10C05 support all 3 modules simultaneously |
| Release Date | October 2024 — released by ROQ at Printing United |
| Operating Principle | Automatic backing film detection + controlled peel motion + waste collection |
| Warranty | ROQ Solid Warranty — parts, labor, technician travel |
| Lead Time | 8–12 weeks built-to-order from Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Portugal (Oliveira de S. Mateus) |
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