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Sublimation printing
Description
What is sublimation?
Sublimation printing is a process based on a chemical reaction. Subliminal dyes, printed by large digital printers, have the property of becoming gaseous at a temperature of approximately 200°C.
Their molecules bind with those of the support being printed and so actually penetrate its surface. The support must be a pale shade or white, since the sublimated pigments are translucent.
What are the benefits of sublimation?
Sublimation printing produces a very high-quality, brilliant, lasting image that is undetectable to touch and has unparalleled resistance to washing.
Although sublimation offers unequaled creative freedom, it requires know-how to achieve a final satisfactory result and vivid colours.
What are the applications of sublimation?
Sublimation printing has a broad range of applications in the production of garments and sports products, carpets, banners and flags, fashion items, promotional products, uniforms, performing arts items, etc.
Materials suitable for direct sublimation printing must belong to the polymer family (polyester, lycra, epoxy, polyester glaze). Natural fibres, such as cotton, are not receptive to these dyes.
For this reason, M&M has developed sublimated transfer solutions, or Subliflock , which are applied by hot transfer to a host of products and garments, as well as to a broad range of materials.
Why choose M&M Graphic for your sublimation printing?
- M&M Graphic has the largest sublimation production capacity in Canada
- M&M Graphic has over 30 years’ experience in sublimation printing
- The company has over 40 years’ experience in colour calibration
- No minimum quantity is required. Samples are equally welcome
- Extensive range of leading-edge digital technology equipment
- Production 24/7 (day and night shifts) for optimal delivery
- Punctual service, meticulous qualified staff
