ColDesi, Inc., Tampa, Fla., has announced the release of the all new DigitalHeat FX DTF-24H4 high-volume, direct-to-film (DTF) printer. Following on the success of the DigitalHeat FX DTF-24H2, which is a 24-inch DTF printing powerhouse with two print heads, ColDesi...
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Atlantic Coast Cotton Names New Merchandising Director
Atlantic Coast Cotton, Gainesville, Va., has named Joy Yu as the company’s new merchandising director. Yu brings with her nearly five years of experience in data analytics and operational support working in the financial industry. She holds a B.S. in Actuarial Science...
Threadfast Apparel Makes Big Impact with Reforestation Program
Threadfast Apparel, New York, N.Y., has announced the results of its 2021 “Plant with Threadfast” reforestation program having planted over 46,000 trees in partnership with the non-profit One Tree Planted. Launched in Jan 2021, the “Plant with Threadfast” program...
DTG Digital to Launch New Q1•T Series at FESPA Global Print Expo
DTG Digital, a subsidiary of Pigment.Inc, Sydney, Australia, is launching its new flagship direct-to-film (DTF) transfer printer, the Q1•T Series at the FESPA Trade Show which will be held May 31 to June 3 at the Messe Berlin in Germany. The Q1•T Series is a...
SanMar Announces Two New IT Vice Presidents
SanMar Corp., Issaquah, Washington, has announced two new IT leaders have joined the company’s executive team. David Smith was named vice president, Technology, and Mark Szkudlarek was named vice president, IT Operations, effective February 14. “David and Mark are...
Niche Focus: How to Reach Retail
Looking for a new niche to tackle? Try fashion/retail; it’s a large channel and has so many divisions, you’re sure to find a sub-genre that fits your shop’s strengths and capabilities. The trick is choosing the right fit and learning what your chosen market wants....
Artwork Tips for Non-Artists
“But I’m not an artist!” the screen printer said on the phone for the second time. He had agreed to do some work for his best customer, with a last-minute request for artwork help. He called a local contract artist who occasionally did work for him, but she couldn’t...
Why Name Image Likeness is a Great Opportunity for Decorators
If you’ve been following the news on college sports the past few months, you might’ve noticed the NCAA changed restrictions on how student-athletes can make money. Previously, students couldn’t profit from their names as individuals with endorsements, products, or...
Lenzing Opens Lyocell Plant in Thailand
The Lenzing Group, Lenzing, Austria, has announced the completion of its key lyocell expansion project in Thailand. “We are very proud of this achievement,” says Cord Prinzhorn, CEO of Lenzing Group. “Our sincere thanks go to the entire Lenzing team and especially to...
On Design: Blind Faith
Shrouded in mystery, this month’s featured design, “Veiled Woman,” harkens back to a time when religion was paramount and unyielding. Created by Justin Vu, owner of Huntington Beach, Califonia-based The Shirtsmith, the reverent piece was inspired by his fascination...
Supacolor Adds Ganged Sheets to Product Lineup
Supacolor, Los Angeles, has introduced an 11.7" x 16.5" 'Supagang' option to its product line. Supagang allows garment printers to submit several of the same design, or even different designs, on the same sheet. Previously, Supacolor transfers were only sold as single...
Millcraft to Host DTG Solutions Open House
Millcraft, Cleveland, Ohio, will be hosting its DTG Solutions Open House at the company’s Louisville, Ky., division on March 1-2. Attendees will be able to watch demonstrations of the equipment, talk with the experts, and understand how print on demand can greatly...