Direct-to-garment (DTG) printing innovation stalled during the country’s financial crisis that started in 2008. Technology had essentially stayed the same with the use of modified paper printer components and DuPont ink.It took a strong economy, and committed research...
I’ve been creating artwork for the garment-decorating industry since 1986 and I’ve earned every one of my gray hairs because of it. Artwork lies at the heart of all decorating processes in our industry. Without it, we’d be selling blanks. If you want to learn about...
Editor’s Note: Impressions recently solicited feedback from editorial advisors, decorators and other experts about suppliers who embody innovative philosophies in their products, approaches and company cultures. This snapshot should not be considered an...
Stuart McKown doesn’t have a long history in the decorated-apparel industry. In fact, he was in a different industry during the country’s most recent economic recession in 2008. As a result, McKown closed his construction business 10 years ago, which led to a new...
Just how innovative is this industry? Though it seems like the business of garment decorating hasn’t evolved much during the years, the fact is that everything is in a constant state of change. It can be easy to miss new developments when you’re locked down in your...
Heritage Sportswear, Hebron, Ohio, released Fashion Tees 2018,a Zoom catalog flip book focused on fashion tees and current trends. Brands highlighted in this new edition include Anvil, American Apparel, BELLA + CANVAS, Next Level Apparel and LAT Apparel. The 2018...
Teamwork Athletic Apparel, San Marcos, Calif., has announced Jeff James as the new national sales director for its leadership team. A former Stanford All-American football player and NFL wide receiver for the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys, James also has 20 years...
PolyOne Corp., Cleveland, Ohio, recently appointed David A. Jarus as its vice president of research and development, succeeding Christopher J. Murphy, who is retiring in July. Working with PolyOne’s technical teams, corporate marketing group, business units, and...
TSC Apparel, Cincinnati, has acquired Thinc Actionwear, Portland, Ore., in a move that further expands TSC’s coverage in the Pacific Northwest. “We are excited about the opportunity to serve Thinc’s customer base,” says TSC Apparel CEO Bob Winget. “I believe they will...
Vastex Intl., Bethlehem, Pa., announced a new VRS PIN Registration Station for rear and side-clamp screen-printing presses featuring a new mobile base with flat files and a storage shelf, according to the company. Taking up less floor space, the station now allows...
Teamwork Athletic, San Marcos, Calif., has launched fresh and unique Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) designs in a new collection for the current baseball season. Released on March 26, the MLBPA Travel Series consists of fanwear and lifestyle...
In the past, retail trends appeared at wholesale on a time delay; today, trends in both channels seemingly are one in the same. Styles currently on store shelves likely also can be seen simultaneously on industry supplier websites and trade-show floors. A shift in...
