think. Heat Printing make. Like this article? read more heat printing articles at impressionsmag.com/digitaldecorating. do. Freedom of the Heat Press there's no limit to what you can do with heat printing. By Cris saunders, ContriButing Writer Applications for heat transfers are expanding daily. Over the past decade, heat transfers have become an increasingly effective and affordable option for decorative printing and custom brand identification. Applications for transfers are expanding daily, as are opportunities for using a heat press as a tool for greater customization and profit making. Gone are the days where transfers were restricted to fabrics and wearables. Instead, the possibilities for transfers are endless in diverse markets. Why the popularity? Heat transfers not only are perfect for small orders and on-site printing, but also are affordable, efficient and customizable. Here are some types of customizable printing options available in the market today: * Color copy printing * Direct-to-garment (DTG) printing * Sublimation digital printing * Transfer printing * Cad-cut printing * Label printing * Dye-sub printers/signage One new opportunity is the ever-expanding DTG printing industry. Using a heat press as your pre- or post-curing agent for DTG application provides customization on apparel as well as hats and shoes, making it possible to create a one-off in seconds. MARCH 2018 P.45http://www.impressionsmag.com/digitaldecorating