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Minimizing Ink Wastage during Digital Printing

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Digital textile printing has been nothing less than revolutionary for the textile industry. Since digital printing is efficient, fast and achieves better results, its demand throughout the world has grown considerable. And because of its low cost, several small-scale companies have joined the industry as well. Ink wastage can be serious problem if you do not manage your digital printing operations efficiently. It is an environmental hazard as well, as could contaminate the land that you are operating in. However, there are several ways you can reduce your ink wastage, and ensure that your operation remains environment-friendly. How is ink wasted? Before you know the methods of conserving ink, it is important to understand how ink is actually wasted. Usually ink gets wasted when it is trapped in the nozzles and dries up. This mainly happens when the ink has to cover a large layout of print, and the printer is being used for printing other things as well. Another way ink is ...

A Guide to Finding Reliable Dye Sublimation Ink Manufacturers

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Whether you are selling graphic t-shirts or promotional products, customized products can help you stand apart from your competitors. One of the ways you can create customized products is through dye sublimation . During dye sublimation, dye-based ink converts into a gas state via heat and pressure and bonds with polyester fabrics. Generally speaking, dye sublimation is a simple and cost-effective printing process. It can be used on polyester or surfaces with polyester resin coating. This may include t-shirts, banners, flags, mugs, and more. Dye sublimation offers many advantages, including but not limited to, unmatched durability and affordability. Sublimated products, for example t-shirts, will not crack or peel off after multiple washings.   Dye sublimation printing: How does it work Dye sublimation printing involves the use of sublimation ink, sublimation paper, substrate and a heat press  AND DIGITAL PRINTER . As dye sublimation ink is one of the mo...

The Difference Between Fast Dry And Full Sticky Dye Sublimation Papers

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When it comes to dye sublimation paper, businesses have a multitude of choices. But fast dry and full sticky are the most widely used sublimation papers. Knowing the features of both full sticky and fast dry can help you select one that suits your specific needs. Dye sublimation paper: An overview   A dye sublimation paper is a specially designed printing paper. In order to print an image onto a substrate, you will first print the image or text onto a dye sublimation paper. Thereafter, the image or text is transferred from the dye sublimation paper onto the substrate using a heat press. During the dye sublimation process, a dye sublimation paper, dye sublimation ink and a substrate (a polyester-coated base item) work together to produce the final print. The final print will have a smooth finish and it will not crack or come off, even after repeated use. Fast dry As the name implies, a fast dry sublimation paper offers quick drying after printing. This type of subli...