Monthly Archives: December 2022

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Coated Textile

Coated textile are produced by covering a polyester scrim with a plastisol layer sometimes using some sort of adhesive to make the bond stronger.

Once the PVC layer is cured, the fabric becomes waterproof and has a very high resistance to dirt, chemicals, UV light and general abrasion. PVC coated textiles using plasticisers are available in a wide range of design and colours.

Highly reflective pigments are enhancing flexible PVC membranes’ ability to reflect more sunlight, decreasing air conditioning costs while keeping the insulation cooler.

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Here Are the Most Common Printing Digital Fabric Techniques

The most frequently used digital printing fabric methods nowadays are screen printing, inkjet printing, and dye sublimation.

Screen printing is an analog digital printing fabric method that has been around for a long time. As we explained before, it is the process of smearing a layer of ink over a screen to transfer it onto a piece of fabric.

This screen is also called a stencil, and a different stencil needs to be made for each design.

In the past, a large number of prints needed to be made for the process to be cost-effective. However, technology has given way to more cost-effective, versatile screen printing processes.

Now, there are two types of screen printing: rotary and flatbed.

Flatbed screen printing is a semi-continuous process, which in other words, means that it is an automated version of the manually operated screen printing process of the 18th century.

On the other hand, rotary screen printing uses cylindrical screens that rotate in a fixed position with the squeegee placed within the cylindrical stencil.

The fabric moves at a constant speed between the screen (or screens) and an impression roller that is located below the screen.

Rotary screen printing is continuous, unlike when silk or screen printing were first developed. This allows for higher production speeds, and thus, reduced costs.

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3 Benefits Of Using PVC Free Banners For Local Marketing

When promoting your business in the local area, there are lots of different methods and avenues you can use. The advertising solution you choose will very much depend on its purpose, but one of the most common types of marketing is PVC free banners.

The PVC free banner has been tried and tested over the years and still remains one of the most effective means of local advertising.

Here are some of the many benefits of using PVC free banners for local marketing:

Versatility

PVC free banners can be used both indoors and outdoors. They have many different applications, including being used to; advertise businesses, community groups, promote events, display a message and simply promote your brand. There are a limitless number of ways for you to get the most out of a PVC free banner.

Portability

Another huge benefit of PVC free banner is that they are portable. This means that you can assemble it in one location and then take it down and move it to a new one. With the banners not being stationary, this enables you to use it several times thus expanding its marketing potential by putting it in front of different audiences.

The perfect PVC free banner material

Banners, especially those that are displayed outdoors, need to be durable and long-lasting. PVC will ensure the PVC free banner keeps its glossy and professional finish despite being pelted by heavy winds, torrential rainfall and direct sunlight.

PVC free banners give lots of value to organisations and businesses, they are; extremely versatile, can be transported anywhere, can be created to bespoke design, hardwearing and available in a range of shapes and sizes.

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Here Are the Most Common Digital Printing Fabric Techniques

 

The most frequently used digital printing fabric methods nowadays are screen printing, inkjet printing, and dye sublimation.

Screen printing is an analog digital printing fabric method that has been around for a long time. As we explained before, it is the process of smearing a layer of ink over a screen to transfer it onto a piece of fabric.

This screen is also called a stencil, and a different stencil needs to be made for each design.

In the past, a large number of prints needed to be made for the process to be cost-effective. However, technology has given way to more cost-effective, versatile screen printing processes.

Now, there are two types of screen printing: rotary and flatbed.

Flatbed screen printing is a semi-continuous process, which in other words, means that it is an automated version of the manually operated screen digital printing fabric process of the 18th century.

On the other hand, rotary screen digital printing fabric uses cylindrical screens that rotate in a fixed position with the squeegee placed within the cylindrical stencil.

The fabric moves at a constant speed between the screen (or screens) and an impression roller that is located below the screen.

Rotary screen digital printing fabric is continuous, unlike when silk or screen digital printing fabric were first developed. This allows for higher production speeds, and thus, reduced costs.

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Environmentally Friendly Non PVC Banner

Where do you go when you are working on two different projects with different specifications on billboard applications where one requires non PVC banner free media and the other requires billboard vinyl? The answer is simple. The best place to go is the internationally recognized leader of flexible, wide-format media and specialty substrates, Ultraflex Systems.

Ultraflex Systems is committed to preserving the environment by developing eco-friendly products that are recyclable, biodegradable and compostable. We are continually developing non PVC banner free media. Evolve PE 140 Eclipse is a 100% non PVC banner free media that can be used both indoors and outdoors. The primary applications are billboards and banners. When complete opacity is needed, Evolve PE 140 Eclipse is the solution.

A listing of Ultraflex biodegradable, recyclable and compostable products can be found in the UltraGreen Medias Information Guide. If you are in hurry for a non PVC banner free material, we can get it to you quickly. Our five North American warehouses, four of which are located in the US, have more than 100,000 rolls of material in inventory. We ship products nationally and internationally every business day. If you want to test one of our materials on your printer, contact us, and we will arrange for you to try a free sample. Locate your Ultraflex Systems for non PVC banner free media today.