ImagesMagUK_September_2021

PF DTG PRINTING www.images-magazine.com Direct-to-garment printing is as popular as ever, as print-on-demand and web- to-print orders for bold, full-colour prints continue to grow. We review the latest standout printer and ancillary equipment options The direct approach Kornit Digital: Max Technology “Max Technology defines the future of on-demand, sustainable textile production by offering a rare sustainable symbiosis: a new dimension of unlimited creative freedom and less waste,” says Kornit Digital. “It surpasses industry norms for retail quality on multiple fabric types and breaks new grounds of versatility with previously unattainable print applications, significantly expanding the reach of digital, on-demand textile production into the centre of mainstream fashion and apparel – and soon to come also in sport apparel and home décor.” A key feature of Max Technology is XDi, which delivers 3D capabilities for new, high-density graphic decoration that can simulate embroidery, vinyl and heat transfer in a single, waste-free digital process. “The new XDi allows fulfillers and brands to expand their offerings to include new-to-market, innovative decorations, without the inefficiencies and cost of operating analogue technologies,” adds Kornit. The on-demand capabilities of Max technology further offers a sustainable approach to textile production: Kornit’s single-step waterless procedures are designed to save energy, as well as eliminate overproduction, excess inventory and waste. Approved by both Oeko-Tex and the Global Organic Textile Standard, Max Technology is also CO2-neutral. Max Technology’s XDi feature can simulate embroidery, vinyl and heat transfer 62 images SEPTEMBER 2021 Kornit’s new XDi technology has introduced 3D DTG printing capabilities