Focus on Textile Printers
Printing onto fabric takes many guises. Whether that’s digital, dye sublimation or screen, the purpose of textile printing is to create high-quality washable prints that are resistant to wear and friction.
Helping to redefine direct to textile printing with UV China Print Supplies
The evolution of textile printing has been transformative for the sign industry, but it has often meant a trade-off between speed, versatility, and process complexity. Now, a new generation of printer is set to change that, combining the work of multiple machines into one highly efficient, precise unit. The revolutionary Hapond UP3321D, now available in the UK from China Print Supplies, is a 3.2m UV LED printer engineered with a dual-carriage system. Featuring two independent print carriages, each with its own platen, the machine effectively operates as two printers in one, capable of reaching combined speeds of up to 150m sq/hr. This configuration allows for true, simultaneous double- sided printing in a single pass, eliminating the time-consuming labour of reloading and manually aligning media. This technology is a game-changer for textile applications. Using high-performance Konica print heads, it produces perfectly registered double-sided flags and banners with precise alignment. It can also create advanced day/ night backlit graphics. Scott Clutton, MD of China Print Supplies, said: “It produces amazing vivid colours, whether lit or unlit. By printing different images on the front and back, the machine creates stunning day/ night effects without the need for multiple, heavy layers of ink. The
nting with UV
Hapond UP3321DHapond UP3321D
white media itself provides the blockout, with the rear image only becoming visible when illuminated.” This dual-carriage design also offers incredible versatility. A business can run a full-width textile job on one carriage while simultaneously printing completely different jobs on the other, significantly boosting productivity and saving valuable floor space. For print businesses looking to expand their textile offerings, this technology offers a powerful combination of efficiency, versatility, and the ability to produce high-value creative applications.
www.chinaprintsupplies.co.uk Hybrid Services Opening up a world of opportunities
it easy to switch between different applications without compromising on speed or quality. This dual capability is ideal for businesses that work across multiple markets, from apparel and soft furnishings to flags, displays and beyond. A real strength of the TS330-3200DS is its ability to produce bold, vibrant results at industrial speeds. Powered by Mimaki’s trusted 330 Series print engine, it delivers print resolutions up to 600dpi and speeds of up to 150m sq/hr, all while maintaining consistent colour output and fine detail reproduction. Direct printing onto coated polyester eliminates the need
Mimaki TS330-3200DS grand format dye sublimation printer
The demand for high-quality textile printing continues to rise across fashion, sportswear, interior décor, promotional graphics and other sectors. Whether it’s short-run customisation or large-scale production, print providers need equipment that can keep up with both creativity and capacity. Mimaki’s TS330-3200DS delivers just that. With a 3.2 metre print width, the TS330-3200DS is built for high-volume dye sublimation printing. It offers the flexibility of both direct to textile and paper transfer modes, making
| 40 | September/October 2025
for paper in certain applications, reducing material costs and simplifying post-processing. Meanwhile, using transfer paper eases working with stretchier or more delicate polyesters. Textile printing also brings practical benefits: printed fabrics are light, easy to handle, and ship when compared to rigid media. They fold down for simple storage and transport, and many are washable and reusable, making them a more sustainable choice. For print providers looking to expand or evolve their
textile offering, the TS330-3200DS combines scale, speed and flexibility in one powerful package, and opens up a world of opportunity in the ever-growing textile market.
www.hybridservices.co.uk www.signupdate.co.uk
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68
