Ann Arbor, Michigan, October 2, 2023 – ExpressCutPRO is leading the way in digital die cutting technology, designed to streamline operations, boost profits, and enhance efficiency. This cutting-edge machine automates the precision cutting of fully printed rolls of DTF (direct to film) transfers, sublimation transfers, pressure-sensitive vinyl, reflective vinyl, window film, sandblast masking, HTV (heat transfer vinyl), PET (polyester film), gasket material, vinyl decals, paint protection film, and various other films.
Read more »COLOR CARDS FOR VINYL, FOILS and HTV – PRODUCED WITH COST EFFECTIVE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION
Did you know NEPATA also produces color card samples for vinyl, foils and HTV in addition to building converting equipment? Color sample cards for foils, vinyl and HTV are extremely important for sales in the advertising technology industry. And yet they are gradually disappearing because film manufacturers find production too complex. This is where NEPATA can step […] Read more »
Direct to Film (DTF) Workflow Products
Supply55, Inc. has several products available from NEPATA and KALA to assist in optimizing Direct to Film (DTF) workflow while improving throughput and profitability for DTF print providers. Read more »
FOIL, VINYL, WINDOW FILM, HTV TRADE
PUT THE BRAKES ON HIGH TRANSPORTATION COSTS WITH JUMBO ROLLS Most recently, shipping and freight costs have quadrupled in some cases. The international trade in films threatens to become unprofitable. Supply55 and Nepata know a way out: jumbo rolls SummaryMany foils and similar products are produced in Asia, but mainly sold in Europe, the USA or Oceania. Film […] Read more »
Shortage of skilled workers makes automation necessary!
In many western industrialized nations, there is a shortage of skilled workers everywhere. Also, in film logistics. What to do? Automate … SUMMARY Many companies already have a shortage of skilled workers – and the trend is likely to continue. Film dealers are also having a hard time finding staff. After all, the work in […] Read more »
Go Jumbo – Supply55 and NEPATA release the new JC770 and JC1650 Jumbo Unwinders for the UA770 and UA1650 ADWS
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AUTOMATE AND STREAMLINE YOUR FINISHING WORKFLOW WITH KALA XY TRIMMERS
Supply55, Inc. and Kala SAS are pleased to announce the release of the Kala XY trimmers for use in automating trimming and finishing output from digital printers including wallpaper, posters, labels, banners, signs and more. Read more »
Caring for Garments with Heat Transfer Vinyl
I am frequently asked how many times you can wash a garment with a heat transfer vinyl applique before it deteriorates. Durability of this material all depends on the specific type of heat transfer vinyl that you are using and garment care. If you are washing and drying the garment properly, a high quality heat transfer vinyl […] Read more »
Where Social Media Fits in Your Marketing Plan
Selling was so much easier when I first hit the streets nearly forty-five years ago. At my first sales job, I didn’t even need to do any prospecting. Telemarketers unearthed all of the leads. In most cases, they even made the appointment for me. My task was to make the presentation and close the sale. Read more »
What You Must Know When Plotter Cutting Heat Transfer Vinyl and Flock Films
Heat transfer materials are comprised of either polyurethane, vinyl or flock facestocks coated with a heat-activated adhesive, and laminated to a plastic release liner or carrier film. Using a plotter cutter to cut heat transfer vinyl is a little different than cutting pressure sensitive vinyl. Some problems have resulted from using a dull blade. Other […] Read more »