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TheMagicTouch teamed up with Regatta Professional to conduct some extensive research and development to establish and perfect the best options to decorate Regatta’s growing range of jackets and garments. Over a two week period the technical team at TheMagicTouch’s Dunstable-based headquarters produced and applied an extensive range of transfers produced …

Marcus Gannon has been promoted to the position of director at Hobkirk Sewing Machines after four years with the company. He will now work alongside Mark Hobkirk, the company’s managing director. Mr Gannon joined Hobkirk Sewing Machines as the retail manager following 20 years in banking and tourism industries. One …

Wild Thang has been awarded the Workplace Wellbeing Charter, a scheme which allows employers to demonstrate their commitment to the health and well-being of their workforce. Andrew Dwerryhouse, managing director, said: “We are genuinely over the moon and will definitely be proud to display our Charter Award. I know that …

Over the years YES Ltd has been a pioneer and advocate of technologies and solutions that, not only benefit efficiencies, but also help to revolutionise people and improve their quality of life. The most memorable and novel textile innovation to date being the company’s assistance in using embroidery stitching to …

Vastex International has broken ground on its new corporate headquarters in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA. Mark Vasilantone, president, said: “The new facility will enable us to streamline our manufacturing processes, increase our research and development efforts, and provide a state-of-the-art training facility for both new and experienced screen printers.” The manufacturing …

The Skin Cancer Foundation has given Vapor Apparel’s line of Solar shirts its Seal of Recommendation. This means that this line of shirts meets the foundation’s criteria for effective UV sun protection. To earn the Seal of Recommendation, a manufacturer must provide scientific data showing that its product sufficiently and …

Digistar Hi-Pro, one of Kiian Digital’s renowned sublimation transfer inks – has achieved Eco Passport certification. This enables it to be used in the production of sustainable textiles and those required to achieve Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex. Achieving Eco Passport by Oeko-Tex certification is a two-step process: Screening and chemicals …

Sabur Digital has announced it is to increase its co-operation with Korean Printer Manufacturers DGI – Digital Graphics Inc. Dean Sanger, MD, said: “Having worked closely with DGI over the last two years and successfully selling, installing and servicing the DGI HS FTII high speed sublimation printer without any real …

On June 2, Thomas Karlowsky organised a summer festival for all Karlowsky staff and their families as a thank you for their commitment and support. The event took place at the company’s head office in Wanzleben-Börde near Magdeburg in Germany and there was much on offer for all the family, …

Chris Pitts joins one of the UK’s leading promotional products distributors, Charles Alexander Distribution, as its new director of operations. The role was created to aid the continued growth the group has experienced over the last few years. Mr Pitts comes with a wealth of sales and operational experience. Over …