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How Hybrid DTG Printer Help You Scale Apparel Printing | Textalk Printers

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For growing print shops, scaling production is always a challenge. You want to take on more orders, offer more detail, and handle more complex jobs — but buying entirely new machinery is expensive, risky, and often unnecessary. That’s where the hybrid DTG printer comes in.

If you’re already running a screen-printing line and looking for a way to expand output without starting over, the Textalk hybrid printer lineup is a solution worth exploring.

What Is a Hybrid DTG Printer?

A hybrid DTG (Direct-to-Garment) printer integrates DTG technology into an existing screen printing setup. Instead of choosing between one method or the other, you combine the advantages of both:

  • Use screen printing for base layers, flat colors, and large volumes.
  • Use DTG to add detailed images, gradients, or customization on top.

The Textalk Series Hybrid Printer is specifically designed for hybrid workflows — engineered to bolt onto your existing screen-printing carousel, turning it into a high-speed, high-resolution hybrid system. This combination helps achieve exceptional print versatility while streamlining the production flow, especially for complex, short-run, or personalized orders.

textalk digital hybrid printer

The Business Case: Why Not Replace the Whole Setup?

Replacing your current screen-printing system with a full DTG solution may sound tempting — but it comes with downsides:

  • High investment cost for a full system replacement
  • Wasted existing capacity if your screen carousel is still functional
  • Training time for staff on entirely new workflows
  • Operational disruptions during the transition

A Textalk hybrid printer gives you a smart, modular way to scale. It lets you retain what’s working — while expanding into new markets and faster output. This means you can focus on fulfilling high-volume orders while using DTG for flexibility, detailed prints, or prototyping.

Key Benefits of the Textalk hybrid printer

1. Seamless Integration

The Textalk is designed to attach directly to most popular automatic screen-printing carousels. This seamless mechanical integration means you won’t need to rebuild your entire production line or sacrifice your existing workflow. Within days, your shop can shift from traditional screen print to hybrid production without missing a beat.

2. Increased Flexibility

A hybrid setup offers the best of both worlds by allowing businesses to efficiently handle short-run jobs or one-off orders using DTG, while also managing high-volume production through screen printing. It enables seamless switching between modes within a single shift without the need for equipment changeovers, and supports mass customization — an increasingly in-demand capability in the fashion and merchandising industries.

3. Higher Print Quality

Textalk hybrid printers feature advanced printhead technology capable of delivering photorealistic quality. Whether it’s intricate details, vibrant gradients, or fine text, the digital component of the hybrid setup ensures exceptional output that would be difficult or time-consuming using traditional screen methods alone.

Textalk hybrid printers also support white ink printing, making it possible to print vivid designs on dark garments — something that screen printing typically requires multiple passes to achieve.

4. Lower Per-Unit Cost

By combining screen and DTG, hybrid printing minimizes material waste and ink usage. You can use screen printing for solid underbases and apply DTG only where high detail is needed. This approach saves time and reduces your cost per unit significantly — a huge win for shops managing tight margins.

5. Rapid Turnaround & Reduced Downtime

Since you’re not switching between separate machines, the hybrid system allows for faster transitions between job types. This results in quicker order fulfillment and increased customer satisfaction. Additionally, hybrid machines like the Textalk series are built with industrial-grade components designed for high uptime and durability.

Who Should Consider a Hybrid DTG Setup?

The hybrid DTG printer is not a niche product. It’s a scalable solution designed for:

  • Established screen printers looking to upgrade without losing existing investments
  • Apparel manufacturers who want to diversify into short-run or on-demand customization
  • Fulfillment centers needing speed and adaptability for dropshipping and e-commerce
  • Fashion designers or local brands launching capsule collections or seasonal trends

It’s also ideal for regional print shops that are facing growing demand for detailed, personalized garments, but are wary of fully switching to digital printing because of cost or reliability concerns.

The Textalk Hybrid Series

Textalk doesn’t just offer a “bolt-on” device. It offers a refined hybrid ecosystem, purpose-built for reliability and productivity. Here’s a breakdown:
Feature
Textalk TFR Series
Textalk TGR Series
Textalk TKR Series
Target Application
White ink underbase printing in hybrid setups;
ideal for on-demand garment printing.
High-resolution color printing in hybrid setups;
suitable for detailed designs.
Mass production of garments, home textiles,
and promotional items with high-speed and vibrant color output.
Printheads
Starfire 1024 (12 heads)
Ricoh Gen5 (12 or 15 heads)
Kyocera KJ4B (6, 9, or 12 heads)
Ink Configuration
Pigment ink; 4 or 6 colors
Pigment ink; 4 or 6 colors
Pigment ink; 6 colors (CMYKRG)
Printing Speed
Up to 440 pcs/h
Up to 410 pcs/h
Up to 660 pcs/h
Max Printing Size
700x600mm, 800x900mm, 900x750mm
700x600mm, 650x7000mm
700x630mm, 700x700mm, 750x900mm, 900x900mm

Each of these models is designed for industrial use, supporting 24/7 production with minimal maintenance. The printers are equipped with auto-cleaning systems, precision motion control, and reliable RIP software for smooth color management and file processing.

Textalk TGR Series Hybrid Digital Printer
Textalk TGR Series Hybrid Digital Printer
Textalk TKR Series Hybrid Digital Printer
Textalk TKR Series Hybrid Digital Printer
Textalk TFR Series Hybrid Printer
Textalk TFR Series Hybrid Printer

Future-Proofing Your Garment Printing Business

The apparel printing industry is rapidly shifting towards on-demand and short-run production. With consumer expectations for customization at an all-time high, print service providers must adapt. A hybrid DTG printer positions your business to respond to both bulk orders and custom jobs — without compromising either.

In markets like fashion, sportswear, and promotional merchandise, speed, accuracy, and flexibility are now non-negotiables. Hybrid printing gives you the operational edge to meet these expectations and remain competitive.

Ready to Scale? Try Hybrid DTG with Textalk

Fluxmall is the official distributor of Textalk hybrid printers in Vietnam. We offer complete support — from installation and training to after-sales maintenance — to ensure your transition into hybrid printing is seamless and successful.

Whether you’re looking to enhance your output or enter the growing market of customized apparel, the Textalk series offers a proven solution.

Contact us today to schedule a live demo or learn more about how a hybrid DTG printer can elevate your production without replacing your current setup.

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