Much like one’s personal wardrobe, the retail apparel business is constantly evolving with new looks and fashions, as well as innovative trends. One relatively recent innovation that is worth examining for those in the decorated apparel industry is the emergence of...
One of the most necessary pieces of screen-printing equipment for any apparel decorator is a good flash cure unit. A flash, also called a spot cure, helps every printing company achieve better screen-printed T-shirts. This is especially true when printing on a dark...
Kornit Digital Americas, Englewood, N.J., recently announced it will be bringing its “Road Show” event series to Los Angeles with a three-day program to be held Sept. 11-13. The event will include presentations on how to monetize digital print systems and testimonials...
InkSoft, Tempe, Ariz., recently launched the “SellMoreMerch” podcast, hosted by JP Hunt, InkSoft’s co-founder and vice president of sales and marketing. The new podcast focuses on new sales and marketing ideas, as well as gaining greater insights into issues that...
Stahls’, Sterling Heights, Mich., is offering two workshops in which attendees will learn the basics of heat-transfer vinyl and tips for taking their vinyl cutters to the next level. To be held Sept. 25 and 26, the workshop sessions vary by day, time and location. See...
Trimark, Pittsburgh, the apparel division of Polyconcept North America (PCNA), recently announced it has hired Kate Boyce as its new vice president and general manager. In her new role, Boyce will oversee all aspects of Trimark’s business in the United States and...
Champion, Winston-Salem, N.C., has become the premium brand partner for PepWear, Cedar Hill, Texas. “We are thrilled to work with Champion as our premium brand partner,” says Craig Johnson, CEO of PepWear. “Champion is an iconic brand that shares our values —...
Sportiqe, Tempe, Ariz., recently announced the expansion of its wholesale division with the addition of 31 new clients in the second quarter by inking deals with nationally recognized brands such as Peloton, Microsoft Xbox, Tillamook Creamery, Sierra Nevada, JSX, Trek...
Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA), Fairfax, Va., will sponsor the Water-Based Printing Summit, hosted by Motion Textile Inc., Sacramento, Calif. From Sept. 20-21, attendees will learn to work with the latest technology in water-based ink, from traditional...
Ricoma Intl. Corp, Miami, will introduce DecoSummit, a fully realized convention with guest speakers, training courses, master classes and prize raffles. The event will be held Oct. 11-12 at Ricoma’s new headquarters. Custom apparel decorators, from business owners to...
InkSoft, Tempe, Ariz., recently posted a new blog offering information and advice on how to request and receive upfront payment for orders. The blog presents four simple steps, along with techniques to prepare proposals and invoices with built-in e-payment options....
Polyconcept North America (PCNA), Pittsburgh, has revamped its EcoSmart program to meet the needs of a new generation of consumers eager for eco-friendly products and opportunities to help the planet, according to the company. EcoSmart was established more than a...
