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This Week’s Top Headlines – October 9, 2023

Curated Content from Around the Industry

PODCAST: Can You Heat Press Clear PVC Material?

One of the scariest materials for people to heat press on is clear PVC.

Aside from Recruitment Efforts, Programs to Retain Your New and Existing Employees Is Just as Critical

For most print providers, recruiting people to fill open positions, and retaining the skilled workers they have, ranks as one of the most difficult issues they face.

Canada Probing Walmart, Hugo Boss Over Allegations of Forced Labor

Both companies denied the allegations.

Someone Took Over $1M Loan Using NFT T-shirts as Collateral

X (formerly known as Twitter) user Cirrus announced that someone has taken a $1,100,000 on-chain loan from a total stranger using an NFT as collateral.

VIDEO: Behind The Screens | Episode 10: Foil Print

Foil print is a technique you can use to add shining and shimmering effects to your garments.

Ansun Graphics to Acquire Fulton Screen Printing

In early September, Jared M. Massett, Ansun’s CEO and director of sales, and his business partner, Jim Mahon, officially announced they had acquired Fulton Screen Print & Embroidery from owner longtime owner Tom Brady.

Delta Apparel Receives Unsolicited Offer to Sell Salt Life Brand

According to a press release, Delta’s board of directors has engaged with a financial advisor to explore possibilities for the sale.

HanesBrands and University of Cincinnati Extend Exclusive Primary Apparel Partnership

In addition to UC, more than a dozen leading universities have primary apparel partnerships with HanesBrands.