At C!Print, the magazine Signal’ Etiq organised a networking cocktail event based on the theme ‘the challenges of textile printing’ where leading manufacturers and distributers of wide-format and textile printing systems convened discussed the key issues in the textile industry.
The inaugural regional trade show was staged in Lyons from 5 – 7 February.
Mike Horsten, Marketing Director of Mimaki EMEA, took part in the event. During his presentation Mike confirmed the strong growth of textile printing and the expansion of digital printing, which is gaining market share, as well as the need for developing more ecological and durable systems and consumables.
When questioned on latex printing, Horsten stated that this technology isn’t the most suitable for textile printing. He asserted that printing by sublimation is more appropriate – a sector in which Mimaki has been at the forefront.
Horsten commented, however, that latex printing is ideal for printing wallpapers, textile coatings and all other textile decorations for the home. He added that latex is a revolutionary technology which is set to grow in terms of both its adoption and applications.
