Printing has progressed since it evolved centuries ago. The latest method introduced was “Digital Printing” in 1991. But from these methods, which method helps you produce clothes in bulk and fast you don’t know. You need to know the different printing methods for mass production. Below we have discussed some printing methods that help in large-scale production printing.
Screen Printing
Screen printing is the technique where mesh or fine material is used to pass on the image to other materials. The mesh stretches to creates a screen and the ink is pressed to print the image successfully.
Screen printing requires a setup, but it’s best used for printing repeat items in bulk.
Flexography
Flexography or also known as “Flexo” is a printing process in which flexible relief plates are made use. Flexography uses rubber or polymer plastic plates; thus, these plates are flexible and less expensive.
The flexography method involves printing on uneven surfaces such as plastic, paper, flexible packaging, wallpapers, foils, and textiles. Flexography is well known for its high speed and is suitable for the long run with a wide range of products.
Cut and Sew
In the cut and sew printing method, the fabrics are printed before the manufacturing of garments. These techniques offer creative control over the final product and allow the brand to create genuinely customized clothes.
Cut and Sew printing method is incredibly versatile and it’s used to change the sleeve design, to add pockets to the t-shirt, or helps in all-over design. It’s an excellent technique for bulk orders.
All the above printing process have their advantages and disadvantages and the best printing method for your project depends upon several factors like product, availability or resource, printing process, printing time, and order size.
