Product Picks: June 2026
Products that caught our attention from Carolina Made, DPI Laboratory, Independent Trading Co., LogoJET, Nova Polymers, Roland DG, STAHLS’, Sportsman Cap & Bag, Vastex & World Emblem.
Each month, the GRAPHICS PRO team receives a number of product press releases. Here are a few that recently caught our attention.
Dri-Duck Crossroad short sleeve shirt from Carolina Made
The Dri-Duck Crossroad short sleeve shirt available from Carolina Made is a three-ounce, 100% polyester, textured two-tone dobby pattern with two-way stretch. The shirt features chest pockets with a flaps on a Triple-Threat Fabric Protect finish designed to resist oil, water, and stains. A POWER MOVE vented action back with Flex Mesh for breathability and range of motion. A loop is included for holding sunglasses as well as a hidden cleaning cloth at the inside hem. UPF 50+ sun protection. Available in sizes S – 4X. carolinamade.com
DPI Laboratory’s Catalyst VisionAI
DPI Laboratory released Catalyst VisionAI, a camera-based recognition system designed to bring real-time intelligence and positioning control to UV printing workflows. Available now on the Catalyst Aventra and Catalyst Nexus platforms, VisionAI introduces a new approach to alignment, setup, and repeatability in modern UV production.
Catalyst VisionAI replaces dependency on physical jigs to control placement and ensure consistent output with a scanning-based system that allows operators to place items freely on the print bed, initiate a scan, and let the system determine both position and rotational orientation automatically. Catalyst VisionAI is available immediately on both the Catalyst Aventra and Catalyst Nexus systems, extending intelligent positioning capabilities across both mid-range and high-volume production environments. The technology operates within the broader Catalyst Platform, which integrates UV printing hardware, bulk ink delivery, color management, coatings, and workflow software into a structured production system. dpi-lab.com
Independent Trading Co. men’s flannel colors
Independent Trading Co. recently added six new colors to the men’s EXP50F classic men’s flannel shirt. Made of ultra-soft 200 gm 60% cotton/40% polyester fabric, the new colors include navy heather, charcoal heather, gunmetal heather, army heather, ivory heather and Buffalo plaid in brown/black. The older Buffalo plaid colors are gray heather/black, charcoal heather/black, olive/black, and red/black. The shirt features two front pockets, a double-layer back yoke, a button-front closure, roll-up sleeve vents and a tearaway neck label. It can be decorated with screen printing, embroidery, patches or labels and comes in sizes XS up through 3XL. independenttradingco.com
LogoJET blank media from Houston Acrylic
LogoJET has announced the addition of Houston Acrylic to its blank media ecosystem. The new partnership gives LogoJET customers access to Houston Acrylic’s selections of cast acrylic materials, designed for limitless personalization, customization, and profitable production. Houston Acrylic includes standard solid colors, translucent options, glitter acrylics, specialty finishes, and unique textures. The partnership further strengthens LogoJET’s ecosystem by pairing blank media with LogoJET’s UV printing and precision cutting workflows. Customers can now print, cut, and finish acrylic products in-house, reducing lead times, increasing margins, and delivering customized products at scale. logojet.com
Nova Polymers exterior substrate
Nova Polymers launched its Novacryl EX Series. This exterior-grade photopolymer is specifically engineered to withstand high-moisture and high-humidity settings and designed to ensure long-lasting performance and adherence to regulatory standards. The Novacryl EX Series is designed to prevent common issues such as separation, bubbling, peeling, and delamination. This development addresses the need for materials that maintain structural integrity and aesthetic quality in diverse temperature conditions and outdoor climate exposures. The formulation is engineered to ensure crisp, compliant Braille, pictograms, and raised characters essential for ADA signs. novapolymers.com
Roland DG Connect Designer ColorMatch
Roland DG announced an enhancement to its software ecosystem with the expansion of Connect Designer and the introduction of ColorMatch, a new feature set within VersaWorks 7. Roland DG Connect Designer is an integrated workspace designed to help users move quickly from concept to ready-to-produce files. Its cloudbased design and preparation environment gives users a single workspace to create artwork, build templates, and prepare layouts for production.
The latest update introduces the new Object Decoration Module, created to help users design and prepare print-ready graphics for direct-to-object production with greater speed and confidence. ColorMatch is a new feature designed to make high-quality, consistent and reproducible color results easier to achieve. VersaWorks’ ColorMatch will be available through both a subscription option and a one-time purchase. rolanddga.com
STAHLS’ MAXX 250 heat presses
Coinciding with the United States semiquincentennial this year, STAHLS’ has launched the MAXX 250 line of heat presses. Built for professional performance, MAXX 250 heat presses are engineered to deliver consistent temperature, reliable pressure, and durable, made in the USA construction designed to support real production, print-on-demand workflows, and long-term business growth. The MAXX 250 will be offered throughout 2026 at an all-new price reduction and is available in three sizes and as a hat press. The MAXX 250 line is designed to provide a low-barrier entry point into scalable print-on-demand production while remaining a reliable solution for growing shops and secondary press needs. stahls.com
Valucap 6440 caps
Sportsman Cap & Bag has introduced the 6440 Valucap, a 100% cotton, lightweight brushed twill cap with a soft-structured, six-panel, low-profile fit. The caps feature a pre-curved bill, hoop and loop closure, and a tearaway label. Available in 11 colors and in case packs of 144. Valucap is a fully generic headwear brand focused on delivering versatile, decoration-ready headwear at an accessible price point. sportsmancaps.com
Vastex ERVP-VI-24 conveyor dryer
A new three-chamber, 46,800-watt (46.8 kW) ERVP-VI-24 conveyor dryer from Vastex International is engineered to cure up to 900 DTF-printed images per hour, up to 900 images per hour screen printed with water-based ink or discharge, and up to 2,700 images per hour screen-printed with plastisol ink, while exhausting off-gases from the shop environment. Filtered make-up air is drawn through the top-center of each heating chamber, and through its double-wall top and sides, serving to cool the outer skin and chamber edges for operator safety. The unit satisfies the unique requirements of DTF shops by condensing glycol off-gases as liquid condensate in a removable vessel, and exhausting any remaining vapor from the shop environment. vastex.com
World Emblem EcoWoven Custom Patches
World Emblem has launched EcoWoven Custom Patches, a new eco-friendly product engineered to replicate the authentic texture and appearance of traditional woven patches. Made from recyclable material, EcoWoven delivers crisp lines and perfectly centered designs engineered to stay true to their original shape. The product allows for a full range of RGB, CMYK, and Pantone colors, along with very small and sharp details. The patches are ideal for shirts, jeans, bags, headwear, and hardgoods, EcoWoven is available in a wide range of borders and backing options including peel & stick, heat applied, and Velcro. worldemblem.com
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