Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Manufacturer of Screen Printing Equipment
Established in 1959, H G Kippax & Sons has grown into a third-generation family-owned business renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation in screen printing technology. Our UK-manufactured equipment combines advanced engineering with decades of technical expertise, serving clients across 40 countries. With over 60 years of production experience, we specialise in manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic screen printing machines, complemented by a bespoke design service tailored to unique customer requirements. Our philosophy centres on three pillars: uncompromising quality, knowledgeable support, and customer dedication. Our in-house manufacturing capabilities and comprehensive spare parts inventory ensure complete control over machine repair and maintenance.Our engineers, often the same specialists who build our equipment, provide on-site service with fully equipped vehicles and technical documentation. We maintain long-term relationships with clients through service agreements that prioritise machine availability, safety compliance, and extended equipment lifespans. Our team's extensive industry knowledge addresses complex printing challenges, offering solutions for unconventional applications. As part of the Kippax Printtech group, we continue to expand our portfolio while maintaining our founding principles of technical excellence and customer-centric innovation.
Services
Screen Printing Presses
Conveyor Dryers
Flash Cure Units
Pre-Press Equipment
Printing Accessories
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- Over 60 years of specialist screen printing equipment manufacturing experience
- UK-based in-house design, production, and service operations
- Bespoke machine design service for unique printing requirements
- Comprehensive service agreements with engineer-led technical support
- Third-generation family ownership maintaining traditional engineering values
What people say
Exceptional build quality
Reliable technical support
Innovative engineering solutions
Durable industrial equipment
Expert problem-solving
Services
Screen Printing Presses
We manufacture manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic screen printing presses tailored to diverse industrial applications. Our equipment accommodates both standard production needs and custom specifications, with options for single-colour and multicolour printing lines. Backed by our in-house engineering expertise, these machines ensure precision and durability in demanding manufacturing environments.
Pre-Press Equipment
Our pre-press solutions include UV LED exposure units, stencil developing systems, and drying cabinets designed for optimal print preparation. These systems support both direct and indirect stencil processes using advanced 400nm technology, ensuring consistent quality in screen preparation for textile and industrial applications.
Bespoke Machine Design
We offer tailored machine design services to address unique printing challenges that standard equipment cannot resolve. Our engineers develop cost-effective custom solutions while maintaining the same quality standards as our standard product range. This service caters to specialist applications in electronics, medical devices, and complex industrial printing requirements.
Service Agreements
We provide comprehensive service agreements covering routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and spare parts supply for all our equipment. Our service engineers carry extensive replacement parts inventories and technical documentation, ensuring minimal machine downtime and extended equipment lifespan through proactive maintenance strategies.
Industrial Digital Printing
We supply specialist industrial digital printing machines that complement our screen printing systems. These solutions integrate with existing production lines for hybrid printing applications, offering enhanced flexibility and precision in modern manufacturing environments while maintaining compatibility with traditional screen printing workflows.
People
Andrew Kippax
Commercial Director
Third-generation family member leading commercial operations with extensive industry knowledge and strategic oversight of business development initiatives.
Sarah Kippax
Group Director
Senior executive responsible for overall business strategy and group expansion, maintaining the company's founding principles while driving innovation.
Gary Ewart
Operations Manager
Oversees manufacturing and service operations with focus on production efficiency and technical support delivery across the product range.
Alicia Mottram
Spare Parts Specialist
Manages spare parts inventory and logistics, ensuring rapid component availability for maintenance and repair operations nationwide.
Questions
What types of screen printing machines do you manufacture?
We produce manual hand tables, semi-automatic, and fully automatic screen printing presses suitable for textile and industrial applications.
Do you offer custom machine design services?
Yes, our bespoke design team creates tailored solutions for specialist printing requirements that cannot be addressed by standard equipment.
What service and support options are available?
We provide comprehensive service agreements, emergency repairs, spare parts supply, and preventive maintenance programs with engineer-led technical support.
Where are your machines manufactured?
All our equipment is designed and manufactured at our facility in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, UK.
What industries do you serve?
Our equipment serves automotive, electronics, textiles, medical, and graphics industries with specialist printing solutions.
Do you supply international markets?
Yes, we export to over 40 countries with localised support through our global distribution network.
