I need to create some heat-press transfers

[jvanick]

I have a job coming up to print on 100% poly 'windshirts'.. they're a 2 layer (100% poly on the shell, 100% nylon lining)...

Since I don't own a jacket/compression platen, I'm thinking that the best solution might be just making transfers (plus I can make some extras so that when the follow up orders come, it's not such a big deal)

is this even worth my time, or should I just farm out to F&M or Stahls or ...

we print with Wilflex Epix MX and Super inks (plus Xenon white)

is it as simple as getting the transfer paper and powder and doing a final flash cure?  or is there more do it than that?

suggestions?

[blue moon]

I have a job coming up to print on 100% poly 'windshirts'.. they're a 2 layer (100% poly on the shell, 100% nylon lining)...

Since I don't own a jacket/compression platen, I'm thinking that the best solution might be just making transfers (plus I can make some extras so that when the follow up orders come, it's not such a big deal)

is this even worth my time, or should I just farm out to F&M or Stahls or ...

we print with Wilflex Epix MX and Super inks (plus Xenon white)

is it as simple as getting the transfer paper and powder and doing a final flash cure?  or is there more do it than that?

suggestions?

for the first time around on an expensive garment I would farm it out. Then try few on your own, it really is not that hard if you are doing one color only.

pierre

[Sbrem]

I wholeheartedly suggest Transfer Express, I believe their Elasti-Prints is the ones you would use. Save yourself the time and get transfers that work from the pros that have already done the R&D. Then you only have to apply them, and they work great.

Steve

[starchild]

Also look into using PET transparent transfer film as opposed to transfer paper.. It will reduce production steps-no pre shrinking or hot box staging because it does not suffer the dimensional instability and moisture issues like paper does.. That's if you decide to print them yourself.

Sometimes I wonder if industry  manufactures are doing what's best for them or their customers.

Arjowiggins have a write up on why to use papers as opposed to PET films and their argument is pretty weak.. It about the environment as though trees are not cut down to make paper.. Cost well yeah because the industry does not wish to change to remain competitive.