Garment Decorators: Technology

Digital technology is having an impact on all levels of garment decorating — especially now that direct-to-garment digital imaging has arrived. Turn to SGIA to keep ahead of the learning curve.

Introduction to Digital Imaging

Direct-to-Garment Wide Format Devices

SGIA Digital Lab

Garment Printing Fundamentals - Essential screen and ink specifications for successfully printing popular garment fabrics.

Equipment and Supplies - Information for those who are anticipating an equipment purchase.

Textile Inks - A resource of descriptions, curing parameters, additives, color matching, special effects and other important data.

Screen Printing Tips - includes templates for print placement, halftone angles, separation techniques, and data sheets for screen production.

Digital Pre-Press - includes insight into file formats, film output devices and separation software.

Troubleshooting Guidelines - provides solutions to common screen printing issues, includes printer-friendly posters and charts.