TEXINTEL LIVE INTERVIEW - Industry Insights and Latest Print Technologies for DTF Garment Decoration

In this interview, Debbie McKeegan speaks with Colin Marsh, MD at Resolute DTF about a major shift in garment decoration technology.

The launch of jetable adhesives, a new DTF ink innovation developed in collaboration with DuPont, Artistri.

Colin explains how this innovation combines ink and adhesive jetting (using no powder), delivers a soft DTG-like hand feel with high durability on cotton and polyester, and opens up new creative possibilities for printers.

They also discuss Resolute UK-based manufacturing, supply chain control, and steps toward more sustainable and circular production.

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Key Takeaways

New Technology Launch – Jetable Adhesives

  • Powderless DTF that jets ink and adhesive together

  • Combines DTG level softness with DTF durability

  • Handles complex artwork (e.g. smoke, soft fade-offs) without halos

Industry Turning Point

  • This solution challenges and overtakes traditional DTG’s advantages

  • First launch at the show, with DuPont on-stand supporting the rollout

Strategic Direction

  • Bringing more production in-house gives better supply control and support for larger customers

  • Represents a significant signpost for the DTF and garment decoration industry

  • Resolute now manufactures its own ink and adhesive in the UK, reducing imports and shipping

  • Plans to manufacture DTF film in the UK, aiming for a fully local, certified UK product

  • Current recycling route: materials are turned into pellets and then polyester, moving gradually toward a more circular model



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