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Get some inspiration from our blog when we take on different topics of the printing industy. From applications and examples of the DIGITRAN technology to more general content on printing. Besides detailed articles you will also find short posts and application ideas, representing the versatility of digital printing.

Textile printing

BlogPost - What is DTF

What is DTF printing?

What is DTF? We explain it!
Welcome to the fascinating world of DTF printing, where flexibility and quality come together. Dive into our detailed insight into the process – from the innovative DTF printers to the automatic powder shakers to the transfer press. Discover how this technology is redefining the boundaries of printing.

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DTF-Printer Buying Guide

DTF Printer Buying Guide

Thinking about buying a DTF printer? The world of Direct to Film (DTF) printing offers a versatile and profitable method for transferring high-quality, full-color designs onto various textiles such as apparel, bags and more. In this comprehensive guide, we will ask important questions and provide valuable insights to help you make an informed decision about purchasing a DTF printer.

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Digital Full-Color Transfers - DTF Printing

Full-Color Digital Transfers by DTF Printing

The solution for custom designs on t-shirts, hoodies, bags, sportswear and workwear: DTF Digital Transfers.

Thanks to the combination of digital printing and heat transfer technology, textile transfers can be printed in small quantities, full-color and in the shortest possible time. Thus, the outstanding opacity and feel known from plastisol and screen printed transfers is now also available in small quantities.

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Heat-Time-Pressure

HEAT, TIME, AND PRESSURE – The Holy Trinity of Heat Transfer Applications

Besides many other factors that can influence the heat transfer process, the three most important ones are heat, time, and pressure. No matter if it is a textile transfer or a transfer for packaging applications, you should know about the effect of these parameters and how a transfer is affected by them.

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Hot Peel and Cold Peel Transfers

Hot Peel, Hot Split, or Cold Peel Heat Transfers

Textile heat transfers come in three technologies when it comes to peeling. This can be “hot peel”, “cold peel” or “hot split”. But what is the difference between them?

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TURBOTRAN 6.1 – The fastest heat transfer machine for textile printing

TURBOTRAN 6.1 – The fastest heat transfer machine for textile printing

Heat transfer decorating at up to 600 textiles per hour – with a single operator!

This is what the TURBOTRAN 6.1 is build for. The fastest, fully automatic heat transfer machine in the textile industry.

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Packaging printing

CMTD - Lip stick printed with digital heat transfers

CMTD – Winter is coming. Protect your lips!

Lip balm comes in pretty much just one shape, which makes the print is even more important for this type of packaging.
With digital heat transfers we ensure that your product will stand out!

Especially when it comes to multi-color designs there is close to none in the shelves. Simply because multi-color designs are difficult to print onto a small lip balm shell and the more colors there are, the more it costs.

To bring more diversity to this product we developed DIGITRAN digital heat transfer decals as well as DIGITRAN heat transfer equipment for it

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1-point text with digital heat transfer

Digital Heat Transfer Printing for Fine Details and Security Features

Yes, this is a 1 pt. text and yes, it is a transfer! With DIGITRAN digital heat transfers that is how fine you can print. Not only to show off, but to print security features hidden in your design.

The small font is just an example of implementing a security feature for your product. Therefore, it can be used as a stand-alone element or hidden somewhere within your design. In both cases it is almost impossible to be copied by any other printing technology.

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CMTD – Digital Heat Transfer Printed Mascara Bottle

CMTD – Digital Heat Transfer Printed Mascara Bottle

How to overcome troubles of with printing mascara bottles and other small objects, especially when using fine art designs?

No matter if it is a screen print, DTS (Direct to Shape) inkjet or another printing technology. Small products cause registration issues or smudged prints more often than they should.
With DIGITRAN digital heat transfers we want to change this.

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DIGITRAN TRT – Fully automatic heat transfer machine for cosmetic tubes and cartridges

DIGITRAN TRT – Fully automatic heat transfer machine for cosmetic tubes and cartridges

The automatic heat transfer machine for tubes and cartridges! Perfectly suited for #DIGITRAN digital heat transfer decals.

If you want to improve your print quality, jump into digital printing, or look for a solution to smaller quantities as well as personalization, then you should consider this machine and digital heat transfer technology.
Especially when paired with our digital heat transfer decals you will be able to provide the highest digital print quality that is available right now. Furthermore, you can do this without any UV curing or use of VOCs, making this a safe and eco-friendly technology.

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CMTD – Gin Bottle Printed with Digital Heat Transfers

CMTD – Gin Bottle Printed with Digital Heat Transfers

“A diamond’s value is defined by both, the outside and the inside.” – Us.


We are bad in making up fancy headlines and do not know the right botanicals for this bottle’s gin, but when it comes to printing, we can help you get a proper appearance!

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CMTD – Matt or Glossy - Digital Printing for Cosmetic Tubes

CMTD – Matt or Glossy – Digital Printing for Cosmetic Tubes

Matt or glossy? With #DIGITRAN digital heat transfer technology you can have both!

With the correct digital heat transfer decals and heat transfer equipment, you can make this decision even after the transfers have been printed. And that without the use of any varnishes!

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Short Run Digital Printing for Cosmetic Tubes

Short Run Digital Printing for Cosmetic Tubes

Print or get printed – short run solutions for your cosmetic tubes. With DIGITRAN technology you can make that choice. Always digital and with an outstanding quality.

When it comes to short run printing of cosmetic tubes you are often confronted with many problems. Either it is expensive, or you must cutback when it comes to quality. In the worst case your request will be simply declined.
For this reason we have addressed these issues and developed a set of solutions.

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CMTD - Serialized Cosmetic Tube Printing

CMTD – Serialized Cosmetic Tube Printing

Changing designs paired with an ongoing number on a cosmetic tube. Absolutely no problem. You think it, we print it.
These 20ml cosmetic tubes have even more than those two features. Take a close look at the grey line right below the red, ongoing number. Believe it or not, this is a 1-point small text printed in bold or regular style. Besides that

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CMTD - Airless Dispenser

CMTD – Airless Dispenser

This airless dispenser says it all: Summer is not over, yet!

Printed with digital heat transfers on a DIGITRAN heat transfer machine.
For packing creams there are several solutions including jars or tubes, and there are airless dispensers.
If you want to keep your product safe from drying out or going bad due to air getting inside your packaging, these last one might be the best choice for you.

Especially with your product being a high-quality cream or serum,…

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Heat Transfer Decals for untreated Polypropylene (PP)

Digital Heat Transfer Decals for Polypropylene (PP)

Polypropylene (PP) is a material used in many applications from cosmetics to promotional products due to its properties such as hardness, resistance and costs. However, what are important and desired properties for some are an issue for others. That’s because PP is not so easy to print on. Here you can find out why this

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