Why is DTG garment direct printing considered one of the most eco-friendly methods in the textile industry?
DTG direct printing is a textile process that uses inkjet technology to print designs directly onto fabric.
DTG has become one of the most convenient ways to print garments in a sustainable and eco-friendly way to the market.
This printing technology caters to the rising demand for more eco-conscious textile production.
DTG printing technology has been popular and supported by the high end customer base since the concept of personalization was introduced with its easy print mode, simplicity and eco-friendliness of the consumables used.
DTG printing recognizes the potential environmental impact of common textile practices and presents a responsible solution.
Here are some of the reasons why direct-to-garment printing is sustainable and environmentally safe:
The textile industry is considered one of the world’s largest polluters, producing approximately 20% of global wastewater and 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
More than 150 billion garments are produced globally every year, while each American disposes of about 32 kilograms per year, and the average European disposes of about 11 kilograms of fabric per year.
DTG printing technology breaks through this challenge of generating more pollution to the environment, and reduces the pollution of the apparel and textile industry to a great extent.
One of the reasons why it’s environmentally friendly: water-based inks
DTG printing uses water-based pigment inks, which are excellent candidates for biodegradable decomposition.
These inks are considered to be more environmentally friendly inks compared to other inks and dyes because they contain natural pigments and environmentally friendly chemical additives, are free of banned chemicals for textiles, and have virtually no volatile as well as organic compound emissions.
DTG water-based inks are typically used to print on cotton fabrics, which are printed directly onto T-shirts through flatbed printers.
The ink contains a binder and the pigments adhere to the fiber when exposed to heat.
It does not affect the breathability and water absorption of the fabric, and achieves fine printing with high coloration.
Mostly used directly in T-shirt-based cotton apparel, cotton decorations and other areas.
It has good washing and sunlight resistance.
And fully in line with the inkjet printing continuous production of professional digital printing ink, suitable for cotton, polyester and cotton fabrics, digital inkjet coating printing.
The abrasion fastness, washing fastness and light fastness of this ink fully meet the requirements of textile standards.
Good fluidity, sunlight fastness up to 7-8 levels, soft hand feeling of the fabric after printing, bright colors, excellent light fastness.
Another reason for sustainability: user-friendliness
The working conditions in the DTG workspace are considered one of the safest options in the textile industry – say goodbye to traditional high-temperature, pungent textile printing and dyeing plants.
Garment direct printing requires only 3 steps: pretreatment, printing and drying, with no wastewater pollution.
The ink and pretreatment liquid used are water-based liquids that are harmless to health.
Pre-treatment liquid is used for pre-treatment and attention is paid to spray evenly on the area to be printed.
Then the designer’s drawing is ready, connect the computer and DTG direct printing machine, according to the instructions to complete the printing task.
After printing, if you are worried that the pattern is not strong enough, you can use a flatbed heat press to emboss it once.
One more reason for sustainability: no post-processing required
Compared to other traditional printing or dyeing methods, DTG printing does not need to go through a series of complicated treatment processes.
While most textiles require a lot of water and detergent to remove chemicals and additives, such as softeners, after the original sizing process, DTG printed textiles can be printed and dried to obtain a garment without destroying the textile’s original soft hand.
The operation process is simpler and easier to train.
It is also comfortable to wear and the experience is full of sense.
Compared with the offset printing feeling of DTF, DTG printing is more comfortable and breathable, which makes it cooler and more comfortable to wear in summer.
The last one: on-demand customization and de-stocking
DTG printing is a fully automated process that reduces the possibility of human error and ensures that each textile piece is consistent in all parameters.
Customization has no quantity requirements and can be produced in small batches.
The amount of ink used can be precisely controlled according to the amount of textile produced, maximizing the standard of environmentally friendly processes.
In addition, most DTG printers keep ink waste to a minimum during the cleaning cycle so as not to pollute the environment with unnecessary waste.
Why choose SUBLISTAR
SUBLISTAR specializes in DTG printing technology, printing all kinds of textiles including T-shirts, hoodies, towels, handbags, canvas shoes, denims and so on.
We have gained customer satisfaction with its ultra-high print quality, crisp details and vibrant colors.
Since 2009, the sales support channels are spread all over the world, and we have our own agents all over the world, gradually developing and perfecting our own brand agent system.
With an installed base of 4000+, we provide DTG garment direct print printers, inks, consumables and accessories to customers in more than 50 countries/regions.
