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Automated Heat Pressing: The Next Step in High-Volume Apparel Production

As DTF moves into larger production runs, automated heat-press systems are helping decorators tackle one of the process’s biggest remaining challenges: getting more finished garments out the door without adding...

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2026 Teamwear and Athletic Apparel Trends: Performance, Athleisure and Customization Drive Growth

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Howard Custom Transfers, Lane Seven Apparel Launch Holiday Merch Lookbook

The Holiday Merch Edit 2026 features eight curated apparel concepts highlighting creative heat transfers, garment selection and seasonal merchandise design

News October 30

Promotional holiday gifting banner featuring a woman wearing a red knit beanie and scarf beside a holiday-themed canvas tote bag.

Sportsman Cap & Bag Highlights Promotional Products for Holiday Gifting

The supplier spotlights customizable tote bags, knit headwear, aprons and scarves for corporate gifting, employee recognition and seasonal promotions

News October 29

Automate & Elevate 2026 summit graphic highlighting three AI panel discussions and the Nov. 12 online event.

Automate & Elevate 2026 Announces Three AI Panels for Apparel Decorators

The free Nov. 12 online summit will bring together industry professionals to discuss practical AI applications, business growth and the future of automation

News October 29

How Having 1,700 More Blanks Available Improves Your Quote Sheet

Ninja Blanks has expanded its catalog by more than 1,700 items, adding depth across leading brands including Gildan, Bella + Canvas, Comfort Colors, Champion, Jerzees, Next Level, Sport-Tek, Port &…

STAHLS’ Fulfill Engine Adds Cutter & Buck, Storm Creek to On-Demand Platform

The integrations expand premium apparel options for distributors and decorators, adding 198 Cutter & Buck styles and supporting automated decoration and fulfillment without minimum orders

News October 28

Impressions Expo Dallas is a Wrap: Next Up, Long Beach!

This past week saw another stellar Impressions Expo in Dallas, Texas, complete with an all-new mid-week schedule, a great venue and thousands of happy attendees and exhibitors. With over 125…

News October 27

Black Atlantis Headwear x ONA cap displayed beside heat-press equipment at the ONA Short Film Festival.

Atlantis Headwear Brings Live Cap Customization to ONA Short Film Festival

The headwear brand partnered with Gibi Merch to offer on-site heat-press customization at the Venice event, marking its fifth consecutive year supporting the festival

News October 26

Assortment of colorful custom embroidered and specialty patches featuring logos, lettering, stars, animals and decorative graphics.

STAHLS’ Launches Patch Selector Tool to Simplify Custom Patch Ordering

The new online tool analyzes uploaded artwork across 18 patch and emblem types, helping decorators identify compatible options and reduce artwork-review delays

News October 23

Roland DG TrueVis LG-640 large-format UV printer/cutter producing a colorful graphic on roll-fed media.

Roland DGA to Host Live TrueVis LG-640 UV Printer Demo Webinar

The Oct. 28 online event will showcase UV print-and-cut technology, potential applications and opportunities for print businesses to expand their services

News October 23

Front entrance of A4's new headquarters and West Coast distribution center in Vernon, California, featuring a white building and curved staircase.

A4 Opens New California Headquarters, Nearly Doubles Los Angeles Capacity

The new Vernon facility expands warehouse capacity, supports faster West Coast fulfillment and creates room for the sportswear manufacturer's growing decoration business

News October 22