- The easiest way around those minimums at a conventional print plant. Conventional methods understandably require large minimums due to longer setup times. Digital printing fabric allows us to print the small runs much more efficiently to allow for print on demand or short run programs.
- Proper dye/digital printing fabric combination with finishing provides excellent Light/Color Fastness.
- Reduce Risk! Allows for smaller investment to get one’s product to market without the cost of speculation.
- Quick turnaround of strike-offs.
- There is no restriction on the number of colors or size of repeat.
- Photo Realistic images are easily achievable.
- Ideal for short runs, engineered prints, customized designs, print on demand, and one of a kind prints!
- Digital textile printing can achieve many prints that are not possible with the conventional method. The inkjet printhead can print at a high resolution to achieve photo quality digital printing fabric prints, if desired.
Innovations in Coated Textile Engineered for the Future
Coated textile for marine safety, architectural structures, reservoirs and infrastructure projects, inflatable boats, medical applications, and in the defense arena.
Our team of expert engineers and Research and Development professionals is always working to meet the needs and standards of our customers.
We know your products require unique attention and tailored solutions. Our expert team of engineers will design the exact coated textiles to give you a competitive edge in your industry.
Digital Printing Fabric Fact
WHAT IS DIGITAL PRINTING?
First, let’s look at conventional printing. Conventional screen printing requires the engraving of one screen per color in a design. So a design with 18 colors would require 18 screens. Additionally, 18 separate colors also need to be mixed and matched. With digital printing, there are no screens or colors to mix. Any image you can see on a computer can be reproduced on digital printing fabric in the same way as your desktop printer prints images on paper.
WHAT FABRICS CAN BE PRINTED?
Unlike other digital printing operations, our digital printing solution is not limited in regards to any digital printing fabric content. We can print on cotton, polyester/cotton, rayon, silk, linen, nylon, wool, etc., as well as blends with a maximum width of 66”. There are however various reasons why any specific digital printing fabric may not perform well on our printer. Examples of things that can make a digital printing fabric unprintable include: water repellent finishes, softeners, hairy fabrics, extreme textures, sheer fabrics, warped selvages, long haired selvages, etc.
All about textile with recycled yarn
We partnered with Global Recycling Standard (GRS) with the mission to reclaim this textile waste, and turn it into new fibers and textile with recycled yarns. We wanted to play our part in creating a more sustainable garment industry by reducing textile waste and avoiding it from ending up in landfills.
We aim to provide an alternative, more sustainable source of raw material for the textile industry. We aim to do this locally, to avoid using resources and emitting CO2 in the transportation of the jooth, and mechanically, to avoid having to use any water, dyes or chemicals in the process.
This way we could significantly reduce the environmental impact of the textile with recycled yarn production. We aim to close the loop on this booming industry by re-using the textile waste from the garment factories, recycling it into new textile with recycled yarns, and returning it to those same garment factories again, so that they in turn can use it to produce new fabrics and garments for their customers.
Coated Textile
Coated textile are produced by covering a polyester scrim with a plastisol layer sometimes using some sort of adhesive to make the bond stronger.
Once the PVC layer is cured, the fabric becomes waterproof and has a very high resistance to dirt, chemicals, UV light and general abrasion. PVC coated textiles using plasticisers are available in a wide range of design and colours.
Highly reflective pigments are enhancing flexible PVC membranes’ ability to reflect more sunlight, decreasing air conditioning costs while keeping the insulation cooler.
Here Are the Most Common Printing Digital Fabric Techniques
The most frequently used digital printing fabric methods nowadays are screen printing, inkjet printing, and dye sublimation.
Screen printing is an analog digital printing fabric method that has been around for a long time. As we explained before, it is the process of smearing a layer of ink over a screen to transfer it onto a piece of fabric.
This screen is also called a stencil, and a different stencil needs to be made for each design.
In the past, a large number of prints needed to be made for the process to be cost-effective. However, technology has given way to more cost-effective, versatile screen printing processes.
Now, there are two types of screen printing: rotary and flatbed.
Flatbed screen printing is a semi-continuous process, which in other words, means that it is an automated version of the manually operated screen printing process of the 18th century.
On the other hand, rotary screen printing uses cylindrical screens that rotate in a fixed position with the squeegee placed within the cylindrical stencil.
The fabric moves at a constant speed between the screen (or screens) and an impression roller that is located below the screen.
Rotary screen printing is continuous, unlike when silk or screen printing were first developed. This allows for higher production speeds, and thus, reduced costs.
3 Benefits Of Using PVC Free Banners For Local Marketing
When promoting your business in the local area, there are lots of different methods and avenues you can use. The advertising solution you choose will very much depend on its purpose, but one of the most common types of marketing is PVC free banners.
The PVC free banner has been tried and tested over the years and still remains one of the most effective means of local advertising.
Here are some of the many benefits of using PVC free banners for local marketing:
Versatility
PVC free banners can be used both indoors and outdoors. They have many different applications, including being used to; advertise businesses, community groups, promote events, display a message and simply promote your brand. There are a limitless number of ways for you to get the most out of a PVC free banner.
Portability
Another huge benefit of PVC free banner is that they are portable. This means that you can assemble it in one location and then take it down and move it to a new one. With the banners not being stationary, this enables you to use it several times thus expanding its marketing potential by putting it in front of different audiences.
The perfect PVC free banner material
Banners, especially those that are displayed outdoors, need to be durable and long-lasting. PVC will ensure the PVC free banner keeps its glossy and professional finish despite being pelted by heavy winds, torrential rainfall and direct sunlight.
PVC free banners give lots of value to organisations and businesses, they are; extremely versatile, can be transported anywhere, can be created to bespoke design, hardwearing and available in a range of shapes and sizes.
Here Are the Most Common Digital Printing Fabric Techniques
The most frequently used digital printing fabric methods nowadays are screen printing, inkjet printing, and dye sublimation.
Screen printing is an analog digital printing fabric method that has been around for a long time. As we explained before, it is the process of smearing a layer of ink over a screen to transfer it onto a piece of fabric.
This screen is also called a stencil, and a different stencil needs to be made for each design.
In the past, a large number of prints needed to be made for the process to be cost-effective. However, technology has given way to more cost-effective, versatile screen printing processes.
Now, there are two types of screen printing: rotary and flatbed.
Flatbed screen printing is a semi-continuous process, which in other words, means that it is an automated version of the manually operated screen digital printing fabric process of the 18th century.
On the other hand, rotary screen digital printing fabric uses cylindrical screens that rotate in a fixed position with the squeegee placed within the cylindrical stencil.
The fabric moves at a constant speed between the screen (or screens) and an impression roller that is located below the screen.
Rotary screen digital printing fabric is continuous, unlike when silk or screen digital printing fabric were first developed. This allows for higher production speeds, and thus, reduced costs.
Environmentally Friendly Non PVC Banner
Where do you go when you are working on two different projects with different specifications on billboard applications where one requires non PVC banner free media and the other requires billboard vinyl? The answer is simple. The best place to go is the internationally recognized leader of flexible, wide-format media and specialty substrates, Ultraflex Systems.
Ultraflex Systems is committed to preserving the environment by developing eco-friendly products that are recyclable, biodegradable and compostable. We are continually developing non PVC banner free media. Evolve PE 140 Eclipse is a 100% non PVC banner free media that can be used both indoors and outdoors. The primary applications are billboards and banners. When complete opacity is needed, Evolve PE 140 Eclipse is the solution.
A listing of Ultraflex biodegradable, recyclable and compostable products can be found in the UltraGreen Medias Information Guide. If you are in hurry for a non PVC banner free material, we can get it to you quickly. Our five North American warehouses, four of which are located in the US, have more than 100,000 rolls of material in inventory. We ship products nationally and internationally every business day. If you want to test one of our materials on your printer, contact us, and we will arrange for you to try a free sample. Locate your Ultraflex Systems for non PVC banner free media today.
What is Digital Printing Fabric?
The Technology Behind It
Digital printing fabric is a very exciting development in the fabric industry. This type of printing opens opportunities for customization, small-run printing, and experimentation.
It utilizes inkjet printing technology which is used for paper printing applications. Over time with technological developments, wide-format printers became available to handle anything from paper to vinyl, and of course, fabric!
During the printing process, the fabric goes through the printer using rollers. As it goes through the printer, the ink goes on in layers with many passes of the printer. When the design is complete, you heat and/or steam to cure it. When that’s all said and done, you have your printed fabric!
Design & Customization
The best part? The designs! Customize to your liking or create a digital printing fabric with many graphic design programs. Scanned photographs or existing artwork work as well. Digital printing fabric allows you to find or create the perfect print for your garments!