Leader In Eco-Friendly Printing

Sustainability is the path forward, and this applies across industry segments such as fabric printing. So, fabric printing businesses now prefer the use of non-toxic dyes and paints. After all, no business would want their fabric printing methods and tools to be hazardous for the workers and the environment. Traditional printing methods often use large amounts of water and harsh chemicals, resulting in polluted wastewater and even ground contamination. To prevent harsh solvents that release ozone-damaging VOCs and heavy metals, the use of non-toxic dyes is increasing, and rightly so. This post discusses the increasing demand for ecofriendly fabric printing and why it is a gamechanger for businesses in this segment.

Common Hazards of Using Conventional Fabric Printing Methods

Here are some hazards of opting for the traditional fabric printing methods.

• Resource intensive: Traditional fabric printing methods are extremely energy and resource intensive, and use plenty of water as well as chemical-heavy inks.
• Release pollutants: They release VOC emissions and solvent-based pollutants. This leads to contamination and soil damage as toxic chemicals are released into surrounding environment.
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs): These carbon-based chemicals easily evaporate at room temperature and are commonly found in conventional inks, varnishes, caulks, and even home air fresheners. Studies show that prolonged exposure to VOCs may contribute to a variety of health risks.
• Health risks: The released chemicals pose health risks for workers as well as other creatures living in such contaminated surroundings.

Why Sustainability in Fabric Printing Matters to Distributors and End Users

Sustainable fabric printing solutions are being widely adopted by businesses as it is no longer an option or a niche, but a necessity. It is a crucial and influencing factor that drives brand partnerships, purchasing decisions, credibility, and so on. This factor works at both B2B and B2C levels and hence is important to both distributors and end users. Here are some pointers regarding the same.

• Sustainability to appeal eco-conscious customers: Distributors prefer sustainable solutions as there is significant demand from their end customers. Overall, there is growing eco-consciousness across businesses and individuals. Also, the alarms raised regarding environmental pollution and its hazards further drive this appeal. Hence, by opting for sustainable practices, a company can align itself with market expectations.
• Brand building and credibility: Sustainable solutions appeal to clients that value ethical, green methods and products. It helps them associate with and trust the brand. This helps establish brand credibility, and offer a competitive advantage. Also, sustainable products such as fabrics demand higher prices and margins than their traditional counterparts.
• Regulatory compliance: Sustainable approaches relieve businesses from regulation breaches and penalties. There are strict environmental regulations businesses need to meet regarding the use of chemicals, solvents, and their safe release into the environment. For instance, resellers are required meet requirements such as OEKO-TEX and GOTS. End users also need to stay compliant to avoid risks and penalties.

What is the DyeLux™ Advantage Offered by FLS Banners?

FLS Banners’ DyeLux™ process is a dye-sublimation, aqueous-based printing method, making it one of the most eco-friendly technologies in digital fabric printing. Here are some of its benefits.

• Waterless printing: There is no need for rinsing or washing and hence wastage of water is avoided, and so is any mixing of chemicals. DyeLux™ sublimates solid dyes directly into gas, bypassing the need for water entirely.
• No VOCs: FLS Banners uses raw materials and processes free from volatile organic compounds (VOCs). There are no ozone-damaging emissions and subsequent environmental and health risks. Also, there are no toxic byproducts or landfill overflow.
• Certified safe: DyeLux™ is a sustainable solution that is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 & ECO Passport approved.
• Recyclable materials: The company is environmentally responsible and sources VOC-free raw materials.
• Energy efficient: FLS Banners has processes streamlined for eco-conscious, digitally printed fabrics.
• Worker Safety: This is a major benefit of using such sustainable printing methods, unlike the traditional approaches that expose workers directly to solvents and fumes. By using sustainable fabric printing methods such as DyeLux™, we ensure to create a safe ecosystem and production environment.

Choose a Supplier that Supports Both the Planet and its People

If you have any upcoming events and require ecofriendly flags and banners, ensure you partner with an experienced player offering sustainable fabric printing solutions. FLS Banners has been in the market for 30 years, and offers sustainable fabric printing solutions. Also, we work with inks that meet OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 and ECO Passport certifications. You can get vibrant, high-quality digitally printed fabrics with minimal environmental impact. Learn more about our eco-printing process or order a sample today.

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