Images October 2019 Digital Edition

INDUSTRY NEWS www.images-magazine.com 06 images OCTOBER 2019 For the latest industry news visit: www.images-magazine.com International Coatings releases Glow- in-the-Dark ink with brighter glow International Coatings has released an update of its Glow- in-the-Dark 108 ink, which produces a bright, greenish glow when exposed to light and viewed in a darkened area. “Our new formulation increases the glow strength of Glow-in- the-Dark 108 by about 30%,” said Mark Brouillard, product manager at International Coatings. “The longevity and intensity of the glow has also been greatly improved.” Glow-in-the-Dark 108 can be used as a standalone ink or in conjunction with other inks to create a ‘glow’ effect, which makes it an excellent product for seasonal prints and party designs. www.iccink.com Result Headwear launches Adult and Junior Pompom Beanies Result Headwear has extended its Winter Essentials range with the new Adult and Junior Pompom Beanies (RC028X/RC028J). Perfect for schoolwear, sports and teamwear, the new beanies are heavyweight styles that are knitted double thickness for added warmth with an on-trend deep-fold cuff. The washable beanies are label-free and ready to brand with embroidery. They’re available in nine colours: black, navy, purple, royal, grey, bottle green, flo orange, flo yellow and a festive red. www.resultheadwear.com Graphtec celebrates 70th anniversary This year marks the 70th anniversary of Graphtec Corporation. The Japanese manufacturer and supplier of digital cutters, scanners and associated products provides equipment to various industries, including digital printing, sign and graphics, printwear and promotional products sectors. Graphtec’s latest range of cutters for the textile industry include the CE6000 Plus, available in a choice of three widths – 40, 60 and 120cm – and the CE Lite-50 cutter, which is said to have a ‘faster than normal’ 500mm/sec cutting speed, and the ability to handle media up to 500mm wide in multiple sizes. A new, larger-format F-Mark automatic digital die-cutting machine is also available, which the company says will die- or kiss-cut sheets of material up to a size of 700 x 500mm, including thicker and heavier media up to 400gsm. All Graphtec machines are supported with its Advanced Registration Mark Sensing (ARMS) systems for optimum material tracking and cutting accuracy, with performance warranties of up to three years. www.graphtecgb.co.uk The CE Lite-50 cutter from Graphtec GB The updated Glow-in-the-Dark ink promises increased brightness New to Result’s Winter Essentials range, the Adult and Junior Pompom Beanies