Almost 25,000 print professionals attended Printing United Expo in Las Vegas on September 10-12, 2024. The three-day tradeshow hosted exhibitors from around the globe showcasing equipment, substrates, and supplies for the entire print industry, including DTF printing. Education sessions, networking opportunities, and after-hours events were also available for attendees to learn and connect.
Almost 25,000 print professionals attended Printing United Expo in Las Vegas on September 10-12, 2024. The three-day tradeshow hosted exhibitors from around the globe showcasing equipment, substrates, and supplies for the entire print industry, including DTF printing. Education sessions, networking opportunities, and after-hours events were also available for attendees to learn and connect.
Judging for the DTF Printing T-Shirt Contest was completed at the Las Vegas Convention Center prior to the tradeshow. Thank you to our judges: Scott Donovan of Dupont, Chuck Northcutt of I-Group Technologies, and Jeremy Poehls of DTF Superstore (plus a couple of friends from Dupont and I-Group Technologies).
Judging for the DTF Printing T-Shirt Contest was completed at the Las Vegas Convention Center prior to the tradeshow. Thank you to our judges: Scott Donovan of Dupont, Chuck Northcutt of I-Group Technologies, and Jeremy Poehls of DTF Superstore (plus a couple of friends from Dupont and I-Group Technologies).
Our judges used the following criteria to make their decision: color accuracy, graininess, softness / feel, brightness of white, underbase alignment, and stretch.
Our judges used the following criteria to make their decision: color accuracy, graininess, softness / feel, brightness of white, underbase alignment, and stretch.
Printing United Alliance hosted its first Media Day with members of the press. Aaron Montgomery of 2 Regular Guys was the emcee, offering print-related trivia throughout the day.
Printing United Alliance hosted its first Media Day with members of the press. Aaron Montgomery of 2 Regular Guys was the emcee, offering print-related trivia throughout the day.
Josh Ellsworth EVP, of Sales & Marketing at Stahls’, shared new products and updates on Fulfill Engine. Read our recap of his session “Integrating DTF into Your Business: What you Need to Know to Get Started,” at Impressions Expo here.
Josh Ellsworth EVP, of Sales & Marketing at Stahls’, shared new products and updates on Fulfill Engine. Read our recap of his session “Integrating DTF into Your Business: What you Need to Know to Get Started,” at Impressions Expo here.
Ford Bowers, CEO of Printing United Alliance, shared results from a recent survey. Sixty eight percent of 600 State of the Industry panel members have diversified beyond their primary print segment.
Ford Bowers, CEO of Printing United Alliance, shared results from a recent survey. Sixty eight percent of 600 State of the Industry panel members have diversified beyond their primary print segment.
U.N.I.T.E. Together hosted a yoga session prior to the first day of the show. Donations were taken for students involved in SkillsUSA.
U.N.I.T.E. Together hosted a yoga session prior to the first day of the show. Donations were taken for students involved in SkillsUSA.
DTF Printing’s booth was a hub for learning more about provided resources and education. Attendees who subscribed to the podcast received a DTF Printing or DTF Printing Podcast branded UxPrint T-shirt.
DTF Printing’s booth was a hub for learning more about provided resources and education. Attendees who subscribed to the podcast received a DTF Printing or DTF Printing Podcast branded UxPrint T-shirt.
ROQ.US showcased its new ROQ Feed Automatic Transfer Applicator. Read about the new product here.
ROQ.US showcased its new ROQ Feed Automatic Transfer Applicator. Read about the new product here.
Epson previewed its new Epson Roll-to-Roll DTF Printer accompanied by an EZ-Jet Pro powder/shaker.
Epson previewed its new Epson Roll-to-Roll DTF Printer accompanied by an EZ-Jet Pro powder/shaker.
The Women in Print Alliance hosted its annual luncheon for women in the industry. Maureen Zappala led a keynote session on overcoming Imposter Syndrome.
The Women in Print Alliance hosted its annual luncheon for women in the industry. Maureen Zappala led a keynote session on overcoming Imposter Syndrome.
Kristyn Leary of Origin Apparel Screen Printing, Nikki Bowen of Cotton Street Apparel, and Deanna Smith of N the Zone Ink attended the Women in Print Alliance luncheon. Listen to Kristyn’s episode of the DTF Printing Podcast here.
Kristyn Leary of Origin Apparel Screen Printing, Nikki Bowen of Cotton Street Apparel, and Deanna Smith of N the Zone Ink attended the Women in Print Alliance luncheon. Listen to Kristyn’s episode of the DTF Printing Podcast here.
Kim Johnson of Paisley Jo Designs joined Lily Hunter from Epson to discuss DTF and DTG at the Equipment Zone booth in the Apparel Zone. Listen to Kim’s episode of the DTF Printing Podcast here.
Kim Johnson of Paisley Jo Designs joined Lily Hunter from Epson to discuss DTF and DTG at the Equipment Zone booth in the Apparel Zone. Listen to Kim’s episode of the DTF Printing Podcast here.
The DTF Printing T-Shirt Contest Awards took place in the Knowledge Center, drawing in much interest from Expo attendees.
The DTF Printing T-Shirt Contest Awards took place in the Knowledge Center, drawing in much interest from Expo attendees.
Attendees perused all of the submitted printed T-shirts. Every single T-shirt was different.
Attendees perused all of the submitted printed T-shirts. Every single T-shirt was different.
Congratulations to Spencer Chernoff, founder of Limitless Transfers in Front Royal, Virginia, winner of the DTF Printing T-Shirt Contest! Stay tuned for the video of the awards ceremony, more pictures of the printed T-shirts, and comments from the judges.
Congratulations to Spencer Chernoff, founder of Limitless Transfers in Front Royal, Virginia, winner of the DTF Printing T-Shirt Contest! Stay tuned for the video of the awards ceremony, more pictures of the printed T-shirts, and comments from the judges.
NuCoat showcased Cobraflex’s new 63-inch King Cobra DTF Printer.
NuCoat showcased Cobraflex’s new 63-inch King Cobra DTF Printer.
Megan Griffith received a Women in Screen Printing Award from Screen Printing magazine. Listen to Megan’s episode of the DTF Printing Podcast here.
Megan Griffith received a Women in Screen Printing Award from Screen Printing magazine. Listen to Megan’s episode of the DTF Printing Podcast here.
Adrienne Palmer, editor-in-chief of DTF Printing, joined Inkish’s Bonjour series. The group discussed sustainability, customization, print on demand, and being a one-stop shop. Watch the entire Bonjour episode here.
Adrienne Palmer, editor-in-chief of DTF Printing, joined Inkish’s Bonjour series. The group discussed sustainability, customization, print on demand, and being a one-stop shop. Watch the entire Bonjour episode here.
Jed Seifert of Stakes Manufacturing led a panel promoting his new book “INKclusivity: Company Benefits of Disability Inclusion & How-to Implementation Guide for the Print Industry.” Learn more and request a copy of the book here.
Jed Seifert of Stakes Manufacturing led a panel promoting his new book “INKclusivity: Company Benefits of Disability Inclusion & How-to Implementation Guide for the Print Industry.” Learn more and request a copy of the book here.
Spencer Chernoff, winner of the DTF Printing T-Shirt Contest, joined Adrienne Palmer for a special edition of the DTF Printing Podcast. The episode will launch soon. In the meantime, listen to all 25 episodes of the DTF Printing Podcast here.
Spencer Chernoff, winner of the DTF Printing T-Shirt Contest, joined Adrienne Palmer for a special edition of the DTF Printing Podcast. The episode will launch soon. In the meantime, listen to all 25 episodes of the DTF Printing Podcast here.
Christopher Godfrey of Forever GMBH brought the fun to the tradeshow floor with a lively podcast episode at the company’s booth. He and Adrienne Palmer talked about DTF printing, what was new on the tradeshow floor, and what to expect at DTF Expo 2025.
Christopher Godfrey of Forever GMBH brought the fun to the tradeshow floor with a lively podcast episode at the company’s booth. He and Adrienne Palmer talked about DTF printing, what was new on the tradeshow floor, and what to expect at DTF Expo 2025.
The Apparel Zone featured individual, branded training areas specialized by technology, Apparelist Live! Theatre presentations, and more for decorated apparel providers.
The Apparel Zone featured individual, branded training areas specialized by technology, Apparelist Live! Theatre presentations, and more for decorated apparel providers.
The Apparel Zone turned into old-school Vegas with a vintage car, milkshakes, and spaces like barbershops and dive bars.
The Apparel Zone turned into old-school Vegas with a vintage car, milkshakes, and spaces like barbershops and dive bars.
Stahls’ heat pressed Vegas-themed shirts for attendees to test quality, feel, and stretch of its transfers. The next Printing United Expo will take place in Orlando, Florida, October 22-24, 2025. Register to be notified of the tradeshow here.
Stahls’ heat pressed Vegas-themed shirts for attendees to test quality, feel, and stretch of its transfers. The next Printing United Expo will take place in Orlando, Florida, October 22-24, 2025. Register to be notified of the tradeshow here.

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