Reflective Heat Transfer Printing

The process of transferring images to a large variety of products without messy inks by-products or screens is possible with Heat Transfer Technology. 

Heat transfer printing has gained significant importance and favor in several industries - especially in the apparel industry as an alternative for printing fabric in an agile manufacturing environment.

Heat transfer printing is clean and environmentally safe, which makes it appealing in today's health and safety conscience work environments. There are no suspect liquid by-products. The only by product is paper. Heat Transfer printing is the primary element in apparel manufacturing operations utilizing the increasingly popular agile manufacturing. It is the perfect medium for the demands of today's marketplace - short run and sample production.

This use in agile manufacturing has been made possible through development and refinement of dye-sublimation printing. With the help of specially formulated dye-sublimation inks and advances in graphics and software packages, operators now have greater control and flexibility which results in a better quality end product. Now short runs of fabrics or even individual cut parts can be printed efficiently, quickly, and cost-effectively in response to real market demand.

HEAT TRANSFER PRODUCT APPLICATIONS

1. Point of purchase banners, signage, displays, skirting, carpeting, etc.
2. Advertising specialties - mouse pads, wrist pads, beverage insulators, clip boards, etc.
3. Ceramic tiles, wall murals and interior design.
4. Snow skis, snow boards, cycling helmets, in-line skates, water sports equipment.
5. Gaming tables, chips.
6. Lettering, Rhinestones/crystals.
7. Uni-sub wood, clipboards, plaques, signage, vending machines message boards, table tops, counter tops, flooring, etc.
8. Microfiber based sports apparel, T-shirts, caps, swimsuits, jackets, tote bags, cut apparel parts, large format textiles, etc.

Did You Know You Can Print Reflective Logos?

Schools are in session, which means there are more kids out on the streets and sidewalks in the early morning hours. Some sports have them out running in low visibility. Parents are looking for ways to make their kids more visible to cars. Reflective logos on clothing and backpacks are a great option. If you own a heat press, you can offer the service of reflective printing. It’s also a service you can offer to delivery companies, security companies and even local fire and police departments.

Reflective Heat Transfer Vinyl  

There are many types of reflective HTV, including some with safety certification levels. You can even find reflective HTV in different color choices.

Stay Visible/ Stay Safe

Whether you choose to use HTV or custom screen printed transfers, safety is paramount. A reflective logo on the backpack or jacket can be instrumental in helping others see someone walking in a crosswalk or even on the sidewalk.