Popularity of Goof Proof
Apr/090
What makes Goof Proof® ink forumla the most popular Transfer Express offers?
Goof Proof® is a type of ink formula used for screen printed transfers using a plastisol ink with an adhesive powder added to the printed design. This adhesive powder differentiates itself between Hot Split and other transfers. This adhesive powder allows the ink to set in the fibers of the fabric faster and with greater opacity. Because of this adhesive powder it helps the ink be forgiving with variations in time, temperature and pressure.
As the most forgiving ink formula Transfer Express offers it provides the shortest application time. Therefore, this ink formula is perfect for beginners. Pressing between 3-5 seconds you can create hundreds of shirts quickly and with the same quality as if you had the professional screen printing equipment in your shop! Before you start pressing though read all directions that are supplied with your Goof Proof® order.
The Goof Proof® ink formula applies to garments containing 100%cotton, 100% polyester or a blend of cotton and polyester.
Screen Printed Transfers – Ink Types
Nov/080
Transfer Express offers a diverse array of products and services – so much so, in fact, that customers can be overwhelmed by the possibilities. To try and help cut down on the confusion as much as possible we’re going to lay out the different kinds of screen printed transfers, their advantages and disadvantages, and which is the ideal fit to your current needs. In addition, our expertly trained Dealer Service Team can help guide you to the right product for your order.
Screen printed ink transfers are exactly what they sound like: plastisol ink printed on a sheet of release paper. Ink transfers form the backbone of our entire product line; everything from our Easy Prints® Numbers to Express Names™ to Idea Book orders falls into this category. Given this diversity, it should be no surprise that ink transfers come in several specific permutations, each with its own strengths, weaknesses, and defining characteristics.
GOOF PROOF®
Thanks to an adhesive backing that lines each transfer, Goof Proof® is very forgiving when it comes to time, temperature, and pressure settings and can go on a wide variety of garment types: cotton, polyester, or a blend thereof. This makes Goof Proof® the bread and butter of the ink world; it is, by far, the best-selling item in our lineup. (And if you ever apply Easy Prints® Numbers or Letters or even Express Names™ to the back of a jersey, guess what – you’re enjoying the ease of use that Goof Proof® provides.)
The disadvantage of Goof Proof® is when using more than one colors, there is a limitation to color placement. One color must outline the entire design. In addition, Goof Proof® gives a heavier, more athletic feel.
HOT SPLIT
In many ways, Hot Split transfers are the antithesis of Goof Proof: where Goof requires a consistent outline on multi-color orders, Hot Split doesn’t. Hot Split remains soft and light. This lighter feel can however, effect the opacity of some colors such as yellow, gold and neon colors which as a Hot Split can not be applied to dark colors.
POLYTRANS
Here is one of Transfer Express’ greatest-held secrets: Polytrans and Goof Proof® are one and the same – the same chemical composition with different application parameters.
Why, then, the difference in name? Polytrans transfers do serve a slightly modified purpose: when darker colors – say, black – are used as the outline color. The lower temperature applications of Polytrans will keep the other colors brighter. There. Now the mystery of Polytrans is revealed.
Goof Proof® / Polytrans or Hot Split – which is better? Higher opacity ink or unfettered color placement? Increased ease of use or a softer feel? We in the Dealer Services Department generally recommend going with Goof Proof®, although the perfect fit, of course, depends in large part upon the demands of your order and, much more importantly, the needs of your customer. Run through these issues with him before you call to place your order – it just may be that he’ll be more willing to put up with that extra outline to keep his favorite, fuzzy sweatshirt.
Custom Transfers for Performance Apparel
Sep/080
Transfer Express® will help you decorate your performance wear!
Sold under brand names such as Under Armour®, Nike®, Adidas®, Teamwork® and Augusta®, or under its attributes dry fit and moisture wicking, we have the product to help you outfit your team.
Performance wear is typically 100% polyester fabric making it perfect for all types of transfer application. Basically there are two types of performance wear—loose fit, that fits like a t-shirt, and compression, or tight fit that stretches tightly against the skin. All of the Transfer Express® products can be used to decorate loose fit. The product just needs to be able to withstand a temperature of 340° F or 365° F depending on the product for perfect application.
For tight fit or compression performance wear you will need a print that will stretch. Both our new screen printed Elasti Prints™ and our full color Digi Prints™ will stretch with the fabric. Elasti Prints™ is recommended when printing in a single color or spot multi-color . Digi Prints™ can be used for all types of printing—single color, multi color and full color. In addition, both product have low application temps—305° F for Digi Prints™ and 275° F for Elasti Prints™.
