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Nilit launches line of recycled yarns

March 1, 2009 | Graphics

Israel-based Nilit Ltd., a global manufacturer of nylon fibers, has launched a line of recycled yarns produced from a combination of Nilit polymers and polymer waste. According to the company, the development is a breakthrough in yarn engineering and production, as the process involves shortened ene…

Wasatch introduces hybrid screening

March 1, 2009 | Graphics

Wasatch Computer Technology Inc., Salt Lake City, Utah, announces advances in inkjet color separation with its Precision Rosette/Stochastic Hybrid screening, which eliminates the fourth screen or yellow moiré. Wasatch SoftRIP SP users can print yellows and flesh tones without concern about mo…

Shepherd adds new color to PRECISE pigment line

March 1, 2009 | Graphics

The Shepherd Color Company, Cincinnati, Ohio, added a new color into its PRECISE product line of pigments designed for coloring fibers and films. Yellow 40P140, CI Pigment Yellow 53 is a bright yellow pigment that meets approval for FDA 21CFR 170.39, FDA 21CFR 178.3297, CONEG, RoHS 2000/95/EC, WEEE …

Neschen launches dye sublimation textile media

March 1, 2009 | Graphics

Neschen Americas, Elkridge, Md., launched its new and improved dye sublimation textile media. All aspects of the Neschen DirectTex and TransferTex lines have been reviewed in order to achieve the best product versatility, bold color reproduction and sharp image detail for applications including pane…

Creating a business plan

March 1, 2009 | Graphics

By Pat Hayes Whether starting the business by buying it or taking it over from previous owners, I would speculate that the majority of small businesses have only a rough plan on why they are in business or where they plan to take it. I started out with an idea, determination and a prayer. In &hellip…

Forces drive growth of fabrics for trade show graphics

March 1, 2009 | Graphics

By Tim Greene A number of forces are driving growth of fabrics for trade show graphics. InfoTrends conducts end-user research among digital wide format printing systems companies and print service providers and found four forces to be among the most prevalent in determining the strength of trade sho…

A look at design technology, then and now

March 1, 2009 | Graphics

Understanding the digital technology design world. By Jim Cotton The road from design concept to final printed element can be long and confusing. No matter the end product, art and design can take many turns. Today, all art interrelates through the raster image processor (RIP) with the output device…

Creating images built to last

March 1, 2009 | Features, Graphics

Inks and fabrics work together for outdoor longevity. By Gail Nickel-Kailing Designers and printers produce beautiful images. While many are intended to promote a product, an event or special sale for a short time, we expect images to be beautiful for the length of time they are installed. Whether i…

Choosing the right RIP software

March 1, 2009 | Features, Graphics

Select the right RIP software for digital textile printing. By Dean Derhak You think that the time has come to make the jump into digital textile printing. Whether you’re a current digital print service provider or a traditional textile printer, you’re looking for a way to expand your bu…

Hospitality industry presents numerous possibilities for printers

March 1, 2009 | Features, Graphics

Innovation drives the future for printers working with the hospitality industry. By Janet Preus An awning for a hotel entrance, or banners for a resort’s special promotion are applications that have typically sustained the relationship between printers and hospitality businesses. But with the …