“Gellusion” is a special-effects printing technique that lends itself well to creating a shiny 3-D effect print on a garment.
This technique combines several different print parameters, like a thick emulsion, and high-density and gel inks.
An overprint using three fluorescent process colors results in a bright and intense RGB color simulation, creating a combination of colors that truly “pop.” A “doming” effect of the gel ink is achieved by curing the print at 375°F. Gellusion also is ideal for printing lenticular effects.
The video, shown above, shows Kieth Stevens, western regional sales manager for International Coatings, demonstrating the Gellusion technique, which he has been using since the 1990s.
Stratasys Ltd. has launched what it describes as a new direct-to-garment (DTG) solution for its J850 TechStyle printer, the newest offering in the Stratasys 3DFashion direct-to-textile printing technology product line.
The Women’s California Wave Wash Sunday Hoodie, offered by the Independent Trading Co., is the latest style in this collection, which also features crew necks, pullovers and full-zip styles.
Per the research firm Future Market Insights (FMI) starting from a 2023 baseline of $3.4 billion, the custom T-shirt printing market in the United States is projected to reach $9.9 billion by 2033.