ImagesMagUK_June_2021

INDUSTRY NEWS www.images-magazine.com 08 images JUNE 2021 Follow the links to the news stories online www.images-magazine.com Screen Print World unveils M&R Copperhead Press range The Copperhead Pro-Mini, Copperhead Pro-Max and Copperhead 3 Series automatic screen printing presses are all now available from Screen Print World (SPW). “M&R’s Copperhead aims to give more power for a better return on investment — it’s a safe, reliable and well-researched solution for your day-to-day operations,” said SPW. The M&R Copperhead range of automatic screen printing presses comprises small and large-format round carousels, as well as oval format textile presses. Gas-fired and electric curing systems, and a complete range of pre-press and on- press accessories are also available. imagesmag.uk/ SPW-Copperhead The Copperhead Pro-Mini automatic screen printing press is now available from Screen Print World New MagnaPrint DWR Primer suitable for water-based printing New from MagnaColours is the MagnaPrint DWR Primer. This new primer is designed to enable water-based ink printing on durable water-repellent (DWR) fabrics, which was previously only possible with solvent-based inks, explained the ink manufacturer. “When fabrics have a water- resistant or water-repellent surface, water-based inks cannot properly adhere to the fabric, resulting in poor washfastness and durability. “When not using solvent- based inks, previous solutions have often involved removing the resistant coating from the fabric before printing, destroying the water-repellency — until now. “The new MagnaPrint DWR Primer adds a printed primer to the garment as an initial underbase, which provides a suitable surface for printing with water-based, high-solids inks.” imagesmag.uk/MagnaPrint- DWR-Primer TMT and Resolute DTG launch new direct-to-film system TheMagicTouch (TMT) has collaborated with Resolute DTG to launch a new direct-to-film (DTF) digital image transfer system. The R-Jet Pro DTF printer features dual print head technology, with two eight-channel industrial print heads (eight for white ink and eight for CMYK), and uses the latest version of Resolute’s RIP Pro software. Other features include an ink mixing function to ensure the “perfect circulation” of the white ink, resulting in minimal maintenance or production issues, explained TMT. “The wet cap system also allows the printer to be switched off for periods of up to one month, without the need to flush out the white ink. “Having the ability to produce short- and long-run full-colour transfers for garments and textiles, regardless of colour or composition, and being compatible with cotton, polyester, leather, softshell, performance fabrics, piqué blends, canvas, denim and much more, is a must for all garment decorators to consider. “DTF offers more flexibility with the transfers — printed transfers can be forwarded elsewhere to be applied at a later date, with a shelf-life of over two years, thus creating another potential revenue stream for the user.” “With our transfer experience combined with Resolute’s knowledge and experience with DTG, we believe we have the perfect combination to market and, more importantly, support this product beyond customer expectations — this really is a game-changer for this industry,” commented Jim Nicol, TMT’s managing director. Make sure you read next month’s issue of Images , which includes a comprehensive introduction to DTF. imagesmag.uk/RJet-Pro-DTF [L-R] Jim Nicol, MD of TMT, and Colin Marsh, MD of Resolute DTG MagnaPrint DWR Primer enables water-based ink printing on water-repellent garments The new R-Jet Pro DTF printer