dye sublimation – FESPA AFRICA

FESPA Textile Event Highlighting Digital Textile Printing And Garment Decoration Technologies

adminfespa — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 17:07:20 +0000

Taking place from 19–22 May 2026 at the Fira de Barcelona, Spain, Textile will shine a spotlight on the technologies, processes and applications shaping the future of printed textiles, across promotional products and merchandise, print-on-demand, and garment decoration for items such as T-shirts, caps and bags, as well as sportswear production and interior décor.

FESPA has confirmed a strong exhibitor line-up for its inaugural Textile show. The dedicated new event will run as part of FESPA 2026, alongside co-located events: Global Print Expo, Personalisation Experience, European Sign Expo, WrapFest and the brand-new Corrugated.

In the Textile exhibition space, visitors will be able to explore digital textile printing and garment decoration technologies for screen, direct-to-garment (DTG), direct-to-film (DTF), transfer printing, dye sublimation and roll-to-roll textile printing. Confirmed exhibitors include leading manufacturers of print-on-demand production (POD) and high-volume textile printing and garment decoration, such as: B-Flex Italia, Brother Internationale, Chemica, Coldenhove, EPSON, Forever Digital Transfer, Hotronix, Klieverik, Kornit Digital, Melco International, Mimaki, Monti Antonio S.p.A, M&R Printing Equipment, Inc, Polyprint, ROQ International, STAHLS’, Tajima Europe and ZSK.

The exhibitor line-up also includes screen printing solutions like: Anatol, CST GmbH, Easiway, Exile Technologies and Saati Iberica.

Suppliers will also exhibit textile inks and materials that support colour performance, durability and more sustainable business operations. Exhibitors of these solutions include: Afford Inks, Colvas-Turan Kimya, Kingmo Colors, MICC Coatings, Splashjet Inkjet Ink and Sun Chemical.

In addition, solutions for workflow efficiency, colour management and production will be showcased by brands such as: Crea8iveSkill, DRAWstitch International, Embodee.com, Fiery and Fulfill Engine.

Callum Legg, Group Sales and Project Manager, FESPA, commented: ‘Textile printing and garment decoration is one of the most dynamic growth areas across the speciality print sector. In light of this, we’ve developed our new event, comprising a strong line-up of exhibitors and a dedicated conference programme, to provide our community with access to textile-related technologies, expertise and applications that can benefit their businesses. We look forward to seeing and supporting members of our community in Barcelona!’

Debbie McKeegan, CEO of Texintel and FESPA’s Textile Ambassador, added: ‘FESPA Textile is providing a vital platform for the conversations that actually matter. We must confront the immediate challenges facing textile printers, whilst examining exactly how technology is being applied in the here and now. More importantly, we need to understand how these innovations, and the trends driving them, will fundamentally reshape the manufacturing landscape for printed fashion, sportswear, furnishings, and interiors in the years to come. Together we will define our industry’s future.’

While at the show, visitors to Textile can also attend ‘The Conference’ for free, which will cover intelligent production and customisation.

With their ticket to Textile, visitors will have access to all co-located events, taking place as part of FESPA 2026, as well as the two other conference programmes centred around corrugated and wrapping.

Those in Africa who can’t attend the event can register for the FESPA Africa expo, taking place Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8-10 September 2026, Gallagher Convention Centre, Gauteng.

FESPA
https://europe.fespa.com/textile

XL Solutions Showcased Specialised Range Of Inks

adminfespa — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 09:40:38 +0000

XL Solutions showcased its STS and LFP Inks range at the FESPA Africa and Sign Africa Expo, which ran during September at Gallagher Convention Centre.

STS and LFP inks are compatible with most major brands. At the stand, visitors could learn about the company’s new range of inks for specific head technologies as well as their range of dye sublimation, eco-solvent, Roland compatible inks as well as Mimaki compatible inks.

The event was sponsored by Platinum sponsors Roland DG South Africa and Stixo Signage Supplies.

XL SOLUTIONS
https://www.xls.co.za

Stuart & Marks Showcasing Printing Media Range At FESPA Africa And Sign Africa Johannesburg Expo

adminfespa — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 08:00:33 +0000

Stuart & Marks are direct importers of all their own products and the company converts from jumbo reels to custom length rolls for the printing industry. The company will exhibit its comprehensive media range at the FESPA Africa and Sign Africa Expo, taking place from 11-13 September at the Gallagher Convention Centre, 9am-5pm.

The company offer an extensive range of large format digital printing media, which include dye-sublimation papers, tissue protection papers as well as DTF films.

The company’s most recent addition to its dye sublimation paper range is its 29gsm and 42gsm printable paper for sublimation. Also included in the range is solvent, eco solvent, Latex and UV printable substrates such as vinyls, poster papers, canvases, photo papers and backlight films.

The company’s director, Dylan Gordon, said, ‘Our 29gsm and 42gsm dye sublimation papers are coated sublimation papers tailored for high speed and volume based digital transfer printing. These ultra-light grammages are introduced specifically to enable reduced ink consumption, allowing higher productivity, faster drying times and reduced costs. Our products have an excellent ink carrying capacity with bright, vivid colours that are uncompromised.’

‘Whether you are producing promotional material, personalised apparel, or striking visual displays, our paper delivers consistent results that meet your demands. Our dye sublimation papers are the go-to choice for professionals in the industry.’

FESPA Africa and Sign Africa Expo, taking place from 11-13 September 2024 at Gallagher Convention Centre from 9am-5pm, is sponsored by Stixo and Roland. Entrance is free, please register online.

STUART & MARKS (PTY) LTD
+27 11 807 6301
dgordon@sandm.co.za
www.stuartandmarks.co.za

Midcomp Showcasing Large Format Technology And More At FESPA Africa And Sign Africa Expo

adminfespa — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 14:59:17 +0000

Midcomp will showcase its extensive range of printers, consumables and more at the upcoming FESPA Africa and Sign Africa Expo, taking place from 11-13 September 2024 at Gallagher Convention Centre, 9am-5pm.

HP Latex 2700 W 3.2m Printer

HP’s roll-to-roll wide format printers are designed to tackle high-volumes of large format signage and decorative applications, ensuring high-quality printing at a pace that is difficult to match. Users can extend their offerings with the whitest white and grow into high-margin jobs with 30% wider colour gamut and choose from a wide range of signage and décor applications.

HP Latex 630 W Print And Cut

The new HP Latex 630 printer series completes HP’s Latex range and makes white ink technology available to Print Service Providers (PSPs) of all sizes. White ink allows users to produce a more impactful range of signage and décor jobs with stunning image quality and colours that jump off the page, creating attention-grabbing campaigns for end-customers. The HP Latex 630 family also provides the HP Latex 630 and 630 W Print and Cut option, giving customers the option of upgrading to a dual-device solution, with print and cut functionality.

HP Latex R2000 Hybrid Printer

HP’s Hybrid Latex R series delivers print excellence in vivid colours and achieves consistency across rigid and flexible substrates. The series pioneers white ink capabilities with the introduction of HP Latex White ink, which allows users to print the glossiest of whites with no yellowing over time.

HP Stitch S500 Dye-Sublimation Printer

This is an all-in-one dye-sublimation solution. With a single device, users can print on both transfer paper and direct to fabric with great results. Get reliable image quality with two CMYK user-replaceable printheads and automatic compensation of up to 30% nozzles out. Without increasing production space, users can double their unattended printing capacity. Users can also efficiently manage their fleet, and remotely monitor printer status and ink/substrate use with HP PrintOS.

Zünd G3-L2500 Swiss Digital Cutter

Featuring uncompromising performance and precision, the Zünd G3 flatbed cutter is extremely flexible thanks to a modular cutter concept. Whether for digital print on vinyl, POP made from corrugated cardboard, or textiles for soft signage applications, Zünd’s extremely versatile cutting solutions meet the many and varied needs of the advertising industry. Zünd cutters are high-precision machines. All components, from drive system to cutting blades, are designed and manufactured to work together perfectly. This lets users produce efficiently and wow their customers with perfect results.

EVO A600 DTF

The printer features print speeds of 12sqm/h (4 pass), 9sqm/h (6 pass) and 6sqm/h (8 pass). Additional features include pigment DTF ink, shake powder control and it is ideal for applications such as canvas bags, shoes, caps, T-shirts, pillows, pants and socks. The DTF machine has ultra-high automation and innovative functions such as online heating, online cleaning, online monitoring, online moisturising and multi-unit joint control. It is suitable for stable and mass production.

Caldera Software

For over 30 years, Caldera has been developing high-quality software for empowering the digital print and cut industry, serving the graphics and textile markets. Customers can improve the efficiency of their printing production workflow with advanced prepress optimisation, image processing and colour management tools. Caldera’s main asset is its ability to scale up production by distributing capabilities on high demanding platforms on macOS and GNU/Linux operating systems.

Pay Per Use (PPU) Programme

With this comprehensive and customised programme, users can enjoy peace of mind with no unexpected costs and subscribe to a fixed monthly cost per square metre based on their location. There is no minimum print volume required. PPU covers a user’s ink supplies, printheads, cleaning cartridges, service maintenance kits, labour and spare parts, and is an ideal solution for cost-efficient printing.

PPUGRO

Midcomp representatives will also be available to explain the benefits of the PPUGRO solution in which Midcomp offers a PPU Programme that now gives customers the option of including a printing and finishing system as well as RIP Software, consumables (excl. media), service costs and insurance charged at a predetermined variable rate per square metre that the customer prints. At the end of every month, a customer will be sent a spreadsheet detailing the jobs they have printed in that month as well as the total square metres printed. Midcomp applies the variable rate per square metre and sends a customer one invoice.

Midcomp Consumables

Midcomp will also showcase its range of media and textiles from renowned brands such as: Drytac vinyl, wallpaper, backlit film and floor vinyl; HP vinyl and wallpaper; Contra Vision® original one-way vision perforated window film; Palram rigid Palboard and Palfoam; Viking digital textiles, gazebo and umbrella fabric; MC Xtreme rigid range Correx and PPH, as well as Image Perfect vehicle vinyl and window film; and PolyXtreme, a new ABS alternative available in semi-gloss, non-reflective and prismatic finishes.

FESPA Africa and Sign Africa Expo, taking place from 11-13 September 2024 at Gallagher Convention Centre from 9am-5pm, is sponsored by Stixo and Roland. Entrance is free, please register online.

LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR
MIDCOMP
Tel: +27 11 789 1222
Email: sales@midcomp.co.za
Website: http://www.midcomp.co.za

Graficomp Exhibiting Digital Printing Solutions At FESPA Africa And Sign Africa Expo

adminfespa — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 08:31:03 +0000

Graficomp will showcase HP digital printing technology at the FESPA Africa And Sign Africa Expo, which will be held from 11-13 September at Gallagher Convention Centre, 9am-5pm.

The HP Latex 630 and Latex 630 W (comes with white ink) print and cut give customers the option of upgrading to a dual-device solution, with print and cut functionality. They have automated front-loading systems and simple, fast load/unload workflows. Users can enjoy easy re-prints, with in-printer storage of up to 10GB and stunning image quality, with HP Pixel Control Technology and new printhead architecture for sharper small text, all at standard speeds of 14sqm (150 square feet) an hour. The printers can be bundled with SAi Flexi RIP software. Graficomp will have show specials on these printers.

The HP Latex 700 and 800, and the HP Latex 700 W and 800 W (come with white ink), offer white ink capability for the first time in this category. It is the whitest white ink available on the market that does not yellow over time, enabling print businesses to produce neater outlines.

Updated printheads possessing more nozzles and producing speeds of up to 36sqm/hr allow the HP Latex 800 and 800 W to offer 50% higher productivity levels compared to previous HP models. Print jobs executed on the new 700/800 series deliver vivid colours and finer image and text details, even at faster print speeds. Operationally, HP PrintOS also enables print service providers to monitor and control their print fleet using a cloud-based interface they can use virtually anywhere and anytime.

The HP Latex 64 plus cutting solution allows users to expand into wider applications, with HP FlexiPRINT and CUT RIP included, HP Barcode system, OPOS marks and HP Application Centre. As part of this improvement, the HP cutter reads the black inner lines along the job and carries out additional measurements, further aided by new HP barcodes located on the printed sheets to identify jobs.

The HP Stitch S500 allows users to print an entire shift unattended or overnight with the largest media rolls and large ink supplies. Bundled with the S500 is the new Easty heat press, a South African first. The Easty EST2 rotary heat press for sportswear has gained worldwide popularity after years of development.

As a press that kickstarts dye sublimation printing businesses, it boasts the fastest speed among similar products. The EST2 also offers the highest colour transfer rate at the same operating speed, thanks to Easty engineers’ innovative design of the dual-layer sealed oil-filled hard chrome drum (diameter of 210mm) and 6 heating elements, ensuring consistent heat distribution across its surface and precise temperature control. The transfer result is vivid and solid. The smart table includes a slanted conveyor belt, vertical fabric feeding and a roll-to-roll design with a tensioner, minimising the impact of human factors on the printing results.

In terms of safety, it’s equipped with an advanced high-temperature alarm system, pressure balance protection design, automatic shutdown feature and Silicon-Controlled Rectifier for sublimation printing on both roll-to-roll and roll-by-piece tasks. It incorporates an innovative heavy-duty frame, full automation, and high-quality electric parts and components. Easty quality is never compromised, maintaining strict standards for durability, stability and efficiency, and offering excellent value for its price.

FESPA AFRICA Expo and Sign Africa Expo, taking place from 11-13 September 2024 at Gallagher Convention Centre from 9am-5pm, is sponsored by Stixo and Roland. Entrance is free, please register online.

LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR
GRAFICOMP
Tel: +27 11 792 1348
Email: sales@graficomp.co.za
Website: http://www.graficomp.co.za

Digifab Showcased Inks, DTF And Dye-Sublimation Solutions

adminfespa — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:27:27 +0000

Digifab showcased its range of Sun Chemical inks for UV, eco-solvent, dye-sublimation and pigment applications at the FESPA Africa and Sign Africa Expo, which took place from 13-15 September at the Gallagher Convention Centre.

Also showcased was the ORIC four head dye-sublimation printer, and ORIC DTF printer with powder shaker.

The event was sponsored by Platinum sponsors Roland DG South Africa and Stixo Signage Supplies.

DIGIFAB
+27 31 561 1418
greg@digifab.co.za
www.digifab.co.za

EFC Champion Representing Sign-Tronic Brands At FESPA Africa And Sign Africa Expo

adminfespa — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:25:43 +0000

Extreme Fighting Championship (EFC) champion, Dricus du Plessis, will be on the Sign-Tronic stand from 13-14 September at the FESPA Africa And Sign Africa Expo, to represent the company’s brands, such as swissQprint, Monti Antonio, ColoRate and Flexa.

SwissQprint technology is renowned for its high precision, outstanding performance, exemplary service and exceptional reliability.

Monti Antonio is known for its wide range of conventional hot plate presses for sublimation and transfer printing, as well as calenders and machines for cut piece or roll materials.

ColoRate large format dye-sublimation digital print solutions set new standards in high resolution dye-sublimation printing for vibrant indoor or outdoor applications, and feature sensational pigment ink printing on uncoated media. At the expo, Sign-Tronic will showcase ColoRate printing of dye-sublimated and pigmented ink at 1100sqm/hr.

Flexa automatic precision cutting systems encompass a wide range of automatic XY cutters, electrical trimmers, and table top cutters for flexible media and wallpaper.

Also being launched is a new printer that is considered to be the fastest flatbed printer at the expo, printing at 306sqm/h in sellable quality.

Entrance to the FESPA Africa and Sign Africa Expo, which takes place from 9am-5pm, is free, please register online. The event is sponsored by Platinum sponsors Roland DG South Africa and Stixo Signage Supplies. The event is co-located with Africa Print, Sign Africa, Modern Marketing, and Graphics, Print & Sign.

SIGN-TRONIC
+27 21 510 8332
www.sign-tronic.co.za

Midcomp Showcasing Large Format Technology And More At FESPA Africa And Sign Africa Expo

adminfespa — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 16:01:30 +0000

Midcomp will showcase its extensive range of printers, cutters, consumables and more at the upcoming FESPA Africa and Sign Africa Expo, taking place from 13-15 September 2023 at Gallagher Convention Centre.

HP Latex R2000 Hybrid Printer

HP Latex 2700W 3.2m Printer

HP Stitch S500 Dye-Sublimation Printer

This is an all-in-one dye-sublimation solution. With a single device, print on both transfer paper and direct to fabric with great results. Get reliable image quality with 2 x CMYK user-replaceable printheads and automatic compensation of up to 30% nozzles out. Without increasing production space, users can double their unattended printing capacity. Users can also efficiently manage their fleet, and remotely monitor printer status and ink/substrate use with HP PrintOS.

HP Latex 335 Print And Cut Solution

The HP Latex 335 print and cut system is designed for printing indoor and outdoor materials. It delivers print jobs fast, using healthier Latex water-based inks, and produces durable, scratch-resistant prints comparable to hard solvent inks. HP Latex Print and Cut systems ensure maximum productivity at a user’s fingertips, and deliver simultaneous printing and cutting with a dual-device solution. The series is ideal for self-adhesive vinyls, banners, papers, textiles and more.

HP Latex 800W Printer

With this solution, users can win high-value jobs with white ink and productive printing and sharpen their sustainability edge. Additionally, users of the device can print white without complexity as the printer features automatic recirculation and printhead cleaning, which reduce manual purging. This allows the capability of delivering vivid colours at high speed, getting striking contrast using pure blacks and sharp 4-point text.

HP PageWide XL Pro 5200 Printer

Transitioning from short-term poster jobs to technical prints is faster with the HP PageWide XL printer family, now also available on single and dual side boards and sheets. Experience speeds up to 20 D/A1 pages/min. Deliver full large format printing projects twice as fast by printing mixed outputs.

Canon Colorado M-Series Printer

The new Colorado M-series is a modular 1.6m roll-to-roll printer with two speed configurations and also features Canon UVgel white ink, boosting the printer’s unmatched productivity and substantially expanding the range of applications that customers can create. The introduction of a white UVgel ink maximises the scope for customers to benefit from UVgel’s renowned performance advantages for a full spectrum of premium graphics and décor applications, for example window graphics, labels and wallpaper.

Zünd G3-L2500 Swiss Digital Cutter

Compress iUV1200 Flatbed Printer

The direct to substrate Compress printer range can print to virtually any substrate and was developed for use in promotional, signage and industrial decoration market segments. With a wider print width of 1150mm and a media height thickness of 300mm, the iUV1200s LED UV printer is truly a game changing UV printing solution. In addition, the iUV1200s LED UV printer is packed with 14 industry leading features including dual third generation LED UV lamp arrays with liquid cooling system, uni and bidirectional printing and a White Ink Management System for automated ink re-circulation and filtration.

Pay Per Use (PPU) Programme

PPUGRO

Midcomp Consumables

Midcomp will also showcase its range of media and textiles from renowned brands such as: Drytac (vinyl, wallpaper, backlit film and floor vinyl), HP (vinyl and wallpaper), Contra Vision® (original one-way vision perforated window film), Palram (rigid Palboard and Palfoam), Viking Digital Textiles (gazebo and umbrella fabric), MC Xtreme Rigid Range (Correx and PPH), as well as Image Perfect (vehicle vinyl and window film).

Entrance to the event, which takes place from 9am-5pm, is free, please register online. The event is sponsored by Platinum sponsors Roland DG South Africa and Stixo Signage Supplies. The event is co-located with Africa Print, Sign Africa, Modern Marketing, and Graphics, Print & Sign.

LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR
MIDCOMP
Tel: +27 11 789 1222
Email: sales@midcomp.co.za
Website: http://www.midcomp.co.za

NUtec Digital Showcasing Versatile Ink Range At The FESPA Africa Expo

adminfespa — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 13:07:27 +0000

Ink developer and manufacturer, NUtec Digital Ink, will be participating at the FESPA Africa Expo from 13-15 September 2023 at the Gallagher Convention Centre.

Presenting a showcase of exciting end-uses and applications, NUtec promises to leave visitors in awe of the many novel and impactful ways their UV-curable, eco-solvent and water-based inks for digital inkjet printing can be used. The company now also offers print service providers an array of products with environmental certifications such as the GREENGUARD Gold UV range, as well as the OEKO-TEX Eco Passport dye sublimation range, developed with sustainability in mind. Visitors to NUtec’s booth will also be shown examples of creative ways to repurpose old print samples and off-cuts, as the company focuses on the reduction of waste sent to landfills and encourages recycling and re-use.

Whether used to convey a brand’s message, to energise an event or to draw attention to a sales promotion, NUtec Digital Ink’s product range for wide format printing is the ideal alternative ink solution. Visit the NUtec Digital Ink stand in Hall 2 to discuss your needs with their industry experts and to experience their exceptional ink performance firsthand.

Entrance to the event, taking place from 9am-5pm, is free, please register online. The event is sponsored by Platinum sponsors Roland DG South Africa and Stixo Signage Supplies. The event is co-located with Africa Print, Sign Africa, Modern Marketing, and Graphics, Print & Sign.

LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR
NUTEC DIGITAL INK
Tel: +27 21 763 6990
Email: info@nutecdigital.com
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