Commercial Dry Toner Printing
Add full-color decoration to your parts and products with digital heat transfers.
The CDigital Difference
Cost-Effective
We aim to offer the lowest price possible, without traditional set-up costs. The number of colors, complexity of the design or inclusion of variable data doesn't impact price.
Proprietary
Technology
We have 18 proprietary systems incorporating 9 different films and 16 adhesives. This results in durable and long-lasting transfers that resist peeling, cracking and fading.
Fast Turns
In most cases, our transfers are shipped two to three days after receipt of your artwork. This allows for quick samples, short lead times and lower inventory requirements.
Full-Service
Expect reliable customer service with timely responses, close collaboration, and quick problem-solving throughout the process. Your satisfaction is our priority.
Short to
Large Runs
Short, medium, and large runs are relative to the project at hand. So, whether your run is 20 or 20 million, we've got you covered.
Made in the USA
Our U.S. location minimizes lead time exposure and supply chain disruptions while maximizing quality control. We are able ship your transfers quickly and more often, taking pressure off of your inventory.
We’re your partner in product decoration.
With 25 years in business in Baltimore, MD, CDigital has mastered the art of digital heat transfers. Our expertise in the product decoration industry, material science, color management and production technology ensures top-tier transfers that meet your highest standards. We're committed to your success, so if digital heat transfers aren't the best fit, we can recommend other options.
The Process
1. Consult & Sample
We'll help you to evaluate if digital heat transfers are the right solution for your project. Together, we consider label design, material, shape, print quantity, cost, and your production process. We'll also provide samples for proof of concept and testing.
2. Print & Ship
Your orders are handled on-demand. Once the artwork is received, we print your design on adhesive-backed polyester film or wax paper, spool it, and ship it to you or your supplier. Our US location keeps shipping fast and affordable.
3. Transfer Application
You apply our transfers with conventional hot stamp or heat transfer equipment. We're happy to connect you with an equipment manufacturer if you don't already have a machine in-house.
See how you can get the "no label" look.
We use Xeikon 3030 print engines and toners, which allow us to transfer only the artwork to your part or product. A "no label" look is achieved without the edges or ridges you see with other decoration technologies. The result is a premium, durable, and vibrant decoration.
Digital Heat Transfer Benefits
Full Spectrum Color
Full Spectrum Color
Full spectrum color with pricing that isn’t based on the number of colors you choose.
Multiple Substrates
Multiple Substrates
Adheres to many substrates, like plastic, metal, wood, ceramic and glass.
Cylindrical Surfaces
Cylindrical Surfaces
Perfect for hard-to-decorate surfaces, like shaped and cylindrical.
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Recyclable
Recyclable
Fully recyclable, allowing for sustainable packaging that minimizes consumer responsibility.
Dry Application
Dry Application
No need for cleanup with solvents or environmentally damaging chemicals.
Variable Data
Variable Data
Allows for variation in serial numbers, SKUs and QR codes at no extra cost.
FAQs
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Why choose CDigital?Digital heat transfers are the only thing we do and we have been evolving our use of them successfully since 2001. With CDigital, expect high quality with fast turns and efficient pricing.
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Why choose digital heat transfers?There are many reasons to choose digital heat transfers, and as product decoration experts, we’d welcome the opportunity to evaluate your project together. In addition to CDigital’s unique offering, check out these digital heat transfer benefits.
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What constitutes a “short run”?This is contextual to your project, so don’t hesitate to contact us. To a 5-gallon water bottle molder, it may be 2,000-10,000 transfers of a single artwork. To a cosmetic container supplier, it may be a 50,000 piece order from a customer whose normal order is in the hundreds of thousands. To a promotional products supplier, it may be 20-30 different artworks of 25-100 each for various products that can be ganged together on any one day’s order.
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How fast is “fast turn”?This is contextual to your project, so don’t hesitate to contact us. Turnaround times are agreed to upfront and may be as little as one day or, for larger runs, can be delivered on your timetable to meet your production needs and the customer’s expectations.
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What are the traditional set-up costs that CDigital’s process avoids?Our process does not include screens, dies, cliches, plates, or blankets to produce your transfers - all of which add to the project’s cost, especially when talking about shorter runs.
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Who manufactures CDigital’s printers and how many do we have?CDigital employs three high speed digital printers that are manufactured in Belgium by Xeikon. They are serviced stateside by Xeikon America, Inc., ensuring optimal and timely maintenance, as needed.
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Are CDigital’s transfers durable?We test all of our transfers on our customers’ products before entering into a production agreement. As needed, our transfers have passed tests for dishwasher, abrasion, ingredient, solvent, chemical, sun exposure, sweat, heat, cold and repeated striking. In some cases, a separate post treatment may be required.
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What substrates do CDigital transfers work on?Our transfers adhere to a myriad of plastics, metal, wood, ceramic, and glass.
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Does CDigital offer transfers for fabric products?We do not currently offer transfers for fabric products.
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Can one film system be used on all substrates?Different systems are needed for different substrates. Over the years, we have developed 18 proprietary systems incorporating 9 different films and 16 adhesives. This results in durable and long-lasting transfers that resist peeling, cracking and fading.
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Can CDigital transfers be recycled?Yes, our transfers are recyclable, eliminating the need for removal to avoid contaminating the recycled material.
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Are our transfers “green”?Yes, CDigital’s applied transfers are ecologically benign, safe for food contact, and CA Prop 65 compliant.
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How are digital heat transfers applied?You apply our transfers with conventional hot stamp or heat transfer equipment. We're happy to connect you with an equipment manufacturer if you don't already have a machine in-house.