Apply vibrant, flexible logos without damaging heat-sensitive performance gear using our premium transfers for softshell and technical fabrics.
Softshell and most technical garments are typically made from polyester fibers or their combinations. These materials are resistant to weather, stretching, and mechanical stress, which also makes them more challenging to print. Printing on softshell and technical garments requires advanced knowledge and adapted technological solutions. These materials are designed for performance, durability, and protection – and the print must meet the same standards. Their structure and composition require a precisely adapted heat transfer process.
As with other polyester products, heating during the transfer process can reactivate polyester dyes. This may cause dye migration from the fabric into the print, leading to unwanted discoloration, shade changes, or loss of contrast. Without proper protection, the final result can be unpredictable.
To prevent dye migration, we produce transfers with a special additional protective coating – the blocker layer. This protective layer:
In this way, we provide technically reliable and visually flawless results.
Softshell and technical garments are designed for active use – outdoors, in sports, or in demanding work environments. Transfers must therefore withstand weather conditions, movement, and frequent use. Our solutions are developed with performance, durability, and professional appearance in mind – remaining unchanged even under intensive use. Transfer selection depends on the type and color of fabric:
Choosing the right heat transfer solution depends on the material, production process, and desired finish. Our team provides expert technical guidance to help you select the most suitable transfer technology for your application.
A softshell transfer is a specialized heat transfer designed with a strong dye-blocker to protect sensitive outerwear.
Softshell and technical fabrics are designed for durability, weather resistance, and performance. Their structure and synthetic composition require specialized transfer technologies to ensure proper adhesion, durability, and visual quality.
Yes, softshell fabrics are highly prone to dye bleeding. Our transfers feature a built-in carbon blocking layer to keep whites crisp.
No. Because our transfers are applied to the surface, they do not puncture the waterproof membrane like embroidery does.
Most softshell and technical garments are made from polyester fibers or polyester blends. These materials are strong, flexible, and weather-resistant, but they require carefully controlled heat transfer processes during printing.
Use a water based transfer, reduce your pressing pressure slightly, and use a specialized protective sheet or Teflon over the garment.
Yes. Our transfers are designed to withstand demanding environments, including outdoor use, frequent movement, and exposure to weather conditions.
For softshell, we typically recommend water based cool peel transfers, as letting the garment cool helps stabilize the sensitive fabric and the dye-blocking layer.
Wash inside out at 30°C using mild detergents. Avoid fabric softeners and do not tumble dry, which protects both the transfer and the jacket’s technical properties.
Yes, our digital hybrid transfers allow for photorealistic, full-color designs while still maintaining the necessary dye-blocking properties.
Blocker technology helps maintain clean and vibrant colors, prevents discoloration from fabric dyes, improves print stability on dark materials, and ensures long-lasting visual quality.
They are ideal for softshell jackets, outdoor clothing, sportswear, technical workwear, and other high-performance garments.
The appropriate transfer depends on the fabric type and color, including cold peel, hot peel, digital printing, water-based transfers, silicone transfers, special effects, and sublimation printing.
Not always. For white polyester it is usually not required, for light-colored polyester it is recommended in some cases, and for dark polyester it is strongly recommended to prevent dye migration.
Sublimated softshells release gaseous dyes when heated. Our dye-blocking layer acts as an impenetrable shield, absorbing the migrating dye before it can reach and discolor the visible layers of the custom logo.
