DESIGN GUIDE

Heatrans-permaslide (hettrans purmeslid) n. 1.a permanent, durable, low profile water transfer with a removable pre-mask. 2.Sometimes printed in lithography for fine detail or screen printed for outdoor durability

But, What IS it?:  Originally produced as an industrial marking, Heatrans-permaslide is now also available as a consumer applied marking with good tolerance to application variables and very long shelf life. This is a special water-slide decal which has a carrier film (pre-mask) that can be easily removed after the decal has been applied and dried. It leaves behind a low profile (12microns thick), highly resolved graphic image. It appears to have been printed directly on the surface. It is almost impossible to see it was applied as a decal as there is no telltale outline, halo, or film evidence around the marking. The pre-mask allows many small and individual design elements to be applied at the same time and has replaced ceramic decals in may cases reducing expensive energy cost to fire a kiln. It can also be heat cured for added durability on glass, metal, ceramic and many other surfaces. When properly cured the marking is more durable than a vinyl label. It is permanent and safe for dishwasher or outdoor use. It can be removed, if desired, with a special solvent like acetone.

 

• Superior Performance:  More durable than vinyl labels or marking films: 

             Durability Standards: ASTM 3359 B: 5B rating Low Profile: Only 12 microns thick. 

 

• Key features of Permaslide:

Bright permanent colors, resistant to water, sunlight and heat, Acid Free Residential, Commercial or Industrial 

applications, Home Furnishings: Ceramic Tiles, Sporting Goods, Stationery, Memory Books, Powder coated surfaces, Commercial Sporting Goods (Aluminum or wood bats) Anodized steel or aluminum, Automobile, Truck and Bus, One Way Vision, Bicycles, fiberglass, Vinyl, Industrial Machinery, Computers, Electrical Appliances, Product Identification  

• Non Toxic

Meets international safety standard of En71, BEn71 and ISO 9001:1994 USA FDA Compliance Policy Guides 7117.07 and 7117.06 for extractable Lead and Cadmium in pottery (ceramics) and California Safe Tableware Law and California Proposition 65 for extractable Lead and Cadmium in pottery. Excelent replacement for Ceramic decals.   

 Litho Press Sheet Size: 

• 8.5 x 11

• 12 x 18

• 13 x 18.5

Optional Materials available:  Softener/Remover.

The chemical reaction forms a permanent bond. This process provides a texture and hardness similar to enamel painting.  

Easy Application :

1. Clean the surface. (It need not be dry.)

2. Cut the desired decal from the sheet.

3. Soak the decal with clean water for 5-10 seconds.

4. When the decal is ready to slide, place it (face up) on to the surface.

5. Remove the water completely with a squeegee and or towel.

6. Allow to it dry overnight.

7. * Peel the film (pre-mask) from the decal. * This may be accelerated with the addition of heat. The time and temperature may vary with surface and ambient conditions.

 Two Custom Variations Available

TXP - Reverse or transfer style, no pre-mask. This is useful for the application of large designs to flat surfaces like windows or furniture. Just wet the surface, place the transfer, and moisten the back of the paper to release it.

WXP - Waterslide style, no pre-mask. Ideal for full coverage patterns like marble or granite. Simply follow steps 1-5 in the instructions above.