Creative Communication Solutions
Dye Sublimation
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Dye Sublimation, as a process is really very simple but it can have an assortment of variables such as storage conditions, material being applied to, temperature of transfer press, and the pressure of the press. It is the method of applying an image to specially coated ceramics, metals, flock and polyester cloth, using three main ingredients: sublimation ink, heat and pressure. The specific uses of dye sublimation printing are transferring dye-sub printed paper using the special dye sublimation inks onto fabrics, mouse pads, mugs, tiles, mats, etc. For Jones, dye sublimation is used for our many floor mats that are printed in house. From our customer’s files, we are able to print out the reverse image on our state of the art plotter, and use heat and pressure on a special press. After a mere 20 seconds, the sublimation ink has transferred to the substrate and a proof of sorts is created. If color match is critical, this can then be taken to our color specialist in the prepress department to see if this print out will match the standard begin used. In order to match the print and standard exactly, each mat is examined in a 5000K light source that is designed to mimic sunlight. This allows our color specialist to ensure the highest quality possible. |
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