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Discover Our Printing Methods

  • Two individuals engage in the screen printing process. They use a squeegee to spread ink across a screen with a design template, transferring the design onto a pink fabric below. The screen has a circular pattern with various lines and shapes.
    What is Screen Printing?​

    Screen printing is a classic method that uses a mesh screen to transfer ink onto fabric through a stencil. It's highly effective for creating bold, durable designs with vibrant colors.

    The Process
    1. Creating the Screen: A stencil or design is created on a mesh screen using emulsion.

    2. Preparing the Fabric: The fabric is placed flat beneath the screen.

    3. Applying Ink: Ink is pushed through the screen onto the fabric using a squeegee.

    4. Curing: The printed fabric is then heated to cure the ink, ensuring it adheres to the material.

    Best Fabrics for Screen Printing
    • Cotton, linen, and natural fabrics work best.

    • Popular for t-shirts, tote bags, and home tex

    Benefits of Screen Printing
    • High-quality, long-lasting prints.

    • Great for large orders with bold designs and solid colors.

  • A person operates a heat transfer printing machine, guiding the fabric through the rollers. The machine has a control panel with buttons and digital displays. The person wears a mask and uses both hands to ensure the fabric is properly aligned as it passes through the machine.
    What is Heat Transfer Printing?

    This method transfers designs from a printed sheet onto fabric using heat and pressure. It’s perfect for creating vibrant, high-resolution images on a variety of fabrics.

    The Process
    1. Design Preparation: A design is printed on special transfer paper using sublimation or inkjet inks.

    2. Positioning: The transfer paper is placed on the fabric.

    3. Heat Application: A heat press applies pressure and heat to transfer the design onto the fabric.

    4. Peeling Off: After cooling, the paper is peeled away, leaving the design on the fabric.

    Best Fabrics for Screen Printing
    • Works well on cotton, polyester, and blends.

    • Common for personalized apparel, sportswear, and promotional items.

    Benefits of Screen Printing
    • High-detail, photographic-quality prints.

    • Ideal for short-run and custom designs.

  • Two individuals in lab coats operate a large digital textile printer. The printer produces a vibrant, multicolored geometric pattern on fabric. One person holds the printed fabric as it comes out of the machine, while the other observes.
    What is Screen Printing?​

    DTG involves printing directly onto fabric using specialized inkjet technology. It allows for intricate, full-color designs with no minimum order quantity.

    The Process
    1. Design Digitization: The artwork is prepared digitally and loaded into the DTG printer.

    2. Pre-treating Fabric: The fabric is treated with a solution to ensure ink adhesion.

    3. Printing: The fabric is placed on the printer, and the design is directly printed using water-based inks.

    4. Curing: The printed fabric is then heated to cure the ink.

    Best Fabrics for Screen Printing
    • Works best with cotton and cotton blends.

    • Used for custom t-shirts, hoodies, and small-batch orders.

    Benefits of Screen Printing
    • Ideal for detailed, full-color designs.

    • No need for screens or setup, making it fast and efficient for small orders.

  • Sublimation Digital Printing Machine.
    What is Screen Printing?​

    DTG involves printing directly onto fabric using specialized inkjet technology. It allows for intricate, full-color designs with no minimum order quantity.

    The Process
    1. Design Digitization: The artwork is prepared digitally and loaded into the DTG printer.

    2. Pre-treating Fabric: The fabric is treated with a solution to ensure ink adhesion.

    3. Printing: The fabric is placed on the printer, and the design is directly printed using water-based inks.

    4. Curing: The printed fabric is then heated to cure the ink.

    Benefits of Screen Printing
    • Works exclusively on polyester and polyester-coated items.

    • Ideal for sportswear, activewear, and promotional products.

    Benefits of Screen Printing
    • Permanent prints that won’t crack or fade.

    • All-over, edge-to-edge printing with vibrant colors.

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