Ep. 4 | Dye Sublimation Printing Applications and Opportunities | Deep Dive
Dye sublimation printing is helping print providers expand into apparel, promotional products, soft signage, and customized graphics. In this Deep Dive, industry experts explain how the technology works, where it fits in today’s print market, and what companies should consider before bringing dye sublimation capabilities in-house. The discussion covers polyester substrates, production workflows, customization opportunities, and the scalability that has made dye sublimation one of the fastest-growing segments of wide format printing.
Industry experts Gabrielle Crumpler of Mimaki and Justin Van Heiningen of Lindenmeyr Munroe discuss the production processes, substrate requirements, and business applications that make dye sublimation an attractive option for many print providers. The conversation explores everything from sports apparel and promotional products to retail graphics, trade show displays, and personalized goods. Listeners will gain insight into scalability, customization, polyester-based substrates, and how companies can evaluate whether bringing dye sublimation capabilities in-house makes strategic and financial sense.
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This episode is an excerpt from PIA MidAmerica’s Wide Format Peer Group programming sponsored by Clampitt Paper and Lindenmeyr Munroe. The full episode with video is available as a member benefit.