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The car manufacturer wants to decorate the dashboard. They were looking at a design in which a two-part molded product with a complicated shape is connected together. The manufacturer was unable to find a way to decorate the dashboard with the level of accuracy needed.

Yamacs recommended the use of a waterslide transfer.

First, we tested how easy it was to paste and how well the transfer conformed to the molded curved surface using a prototype. We then checked adhesion to the dashboard surface and performed physical property tests required for the interior of the car.

We were able to decorate the molded product, something which was difficult to do with other techniques. We were also able to ensure accurate positioning thanks to the nature of the waterslide transfer.

The transfer method has made it possible to reproduce designs not normally possible with pad printing. (Designer)

The manufacturer wanted to commercialize a product for window panes which could be easily decorated like stained glass and which could also block out the sun.

Yamacs recommended an emboss print waterslide transfer.

First, in trials we checked whether there would be a shading effect by applying emboss ink used in silkscreen printing to the waterslide transfer. Then we checked whether we could get a stained glass effect by using highly transparent colors.

The waterslide transfer makes it easy for anyone to stick. We were able to commercialize a transfer sticker with a great design and the ability to block sunlight.

We are expecting good sales because of the product’s decorative appeal and ability to block sunlight. (Designer)

The manufacturer wants to put their design on to sports shoes. Since the shoe is made from a mesh material which must retain its light weight and ability to breathe, it’s not possible to add another material on top or find any other way to add the design.

Yamacs recommended the use of a heat transfer.

Adhesive specifications which go with the special material were identified using the actual material itself. Adhesion and wear resistance were then verified. Practical tests were also carried out with athletes wearing the shoes.

Since only the ink layer is transferred to the material, the shoe’s light weight and ability to breathe remain unaffected, overcoming the original problem.

The weight of the shoe and its ability to breathe will continue to be a topic for future development. We were able to find a new way to get an image on to the shoe so I’m really hopeful for the future.　(Developer)

The manufacturer wants a design in many colors that follows the contours of the tennis racket.

Yamacs recommended the use of a waterslide transfer to keep the overall feel of the racket without the need for a base material.

Because the racket head is very curved, we created a prototype to factor in the flexibility needed for the transfer. The transfer’s propensity for sticking to the racket, as well as its flexibility, were checked and verified.

By repeating the trials with feedback for improvement each time, we were able to improve the transfer’s flexibility and workability.

Meeting the required performance in this way meant we could mass produce the rackets. (Developer)