Eco-friendly and versatile textile printing made easy
TRAPIS, short for Transfer Pigment System, is a groundbreaking waterless digital textile printing technology developed by Mimaki. This waterless technology is eco-friendly, efficient, and versatile.
TRAPIS provides a simple two-step process, consisting of a Mimaki TS330 printer with a TP ink set, heater unit and a calender (allowing a pressure of 5-8 bar). The design of choice is printed by the TS330 onto Mimaki Texcol paper, which is then transferred to the fabric via a calender.
Unlike both analogue and digital conventional dye-printing methods, TRAPIS enables printing and commercialisation with virtually no water.
TRAPIS eliminates fabric type restrictions. Unlike traditional methods, it delivers vibrant designs on all fabric types – from cotton to polyester, natural to synthetic. Moreover, TRAPIS reduces waste water by up to 90% and cuts the carbon footprint by up to 92% compared to traditional methods.
Due to its unparalleled flexibility, textile manufacturers can run dynamic production and deliver short runs in no time. TRAPIS is not only Ideal for eco-conscious businesses, it is also user-friendly and perfect for on-demand production.
Print on any fabric for a wide range of applications, from apparel to home décor.
TRAPIS can print on a wide range of fabrics, from natural fibers such as cotton and silk to synthetics such as polyester or nylon. As a result, this eliminates limitations for manufacturers and designers.
Eliminate water waste by 90% and reduce the environmental footprint.
TRAPIS significantly reduces both water consumption (up to 90%) and the carbon footprint (up to 92%) compared to traditional methods.
Easy-to-use system reduces both training needs and operating costs.
TRAPIS offers an easy-to-use system that eliminates the need for complex training, what makes it suitable for smaller production facilities or on-demand printing.
Print short runs or production on demand, minimising stock costs.
The system is designed for both short and long runs, allowing manufacturers to quickly adapt to changing trends and minimize inventory.
TRAPIS offers textile producers the flexibility to print on all types of fabrics, both natural and synthetic fibers, including cotton, silk, polyester, and blends. As a result, this allows manufacturers to produce a wide range of applications with a single printing system.
TP410 is a new generation textile pigment ink designed for printing on a wide range of fabrics using the innovative TRAPIS transfer technology.
TP410 has vibrant colours and exceptional light and wash fastness. Moreover, it offers textile manufacturers confidence and flexibility for premium applications without the constraints of expensive or complicated printing processes.
Furthermore, TP410 is available in a convenient 8-colour set packaged in 2-litre vacuum bags and meets the industry’s most stringent standards, including ZDHC3 level and bluesign® approval.
Mimaki TP410 ink is bluesign® APPROVED and ZDHC MRSL Lv.3 certified, meeting the highest sustainability standards. These certifications ensure responsible use of resources, minimal environmental impact and worker safety, paving the way for eco-friendly textile printing solutions.
This printer includes Mimaki Core Technologies that offer the best print quality, maximum productivity and reduced exposure to risks that can delay production. See below list of core technologies that are included in TRAPIS.
| Item | Printer |
| Sublimation Transfer Inkjet Printer TS330-1600 | Special firmware is required due to the use of dedicated ink |
| TRAPIS heater option (sold separately) | Optional heater attachment is required (sold separately) |
| Item | TS330-1600 FOR TRAPIS |
| Interface | Ethernet 1000 BASE-T (Recommend) / USB2.0 Hi-speed |
| Power Supply | Single-phase AC100-120 / 200-240V±10%, 50/60Hz±1Hz |
| Power Consumption | 2,880W or less |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 3,170 x 820 x 1,305 mm (124.8 x 32.3 x 51.4″) |
| Weight | 240 kg (529.1 lb) |
| Max heater temp | 60℃ |
| Item | Ink |
| Textile Pigment Ink | The 8-colour set expresses a wide range of colours. Compared to conventional textile pigment printing, it achieves the same colour reproduction with less ink usage. Excellent safety and environmental friendliness. |
| Item | Paper |
| Pigment transfer paper | Dedicated transfer paper with a special coating on its surface for textile pigment ink transfer. Prints efficiently with less ink usage. ECO-PASSPORT certification is planned, it has proven to be highly safe and can be used for a variety of textile application. |
| Item | Transfer machine |
| Higher pressure transfer machine for pigment transfer | Please contact Mimaki’s sales office or distributors for compatible manufacturer and product models. |
Software RIP designed for digital textile production.
TP410 textile pigment ink, designed for the TRAPIS transferring system, offers a wide colour range with 8 colorus. It achieves equal colour reproduction using less ink compared to conventional textile pigment printing, ensuring excellent light and washing fastness.
