Textile Rotary Printing

High-Speed Mass Production by Taihan Textile

Rotary Printing (Rotary Screen Printing) is a high-speed textile printing method that continuously moves roll-format fabric while rotating cylindrical screens. Optimized for mass production of thousands to tens of thousands of meters through its continuous roll-to-roll mechanism.

Taihan Textile installed 2 high-speed rotary printing machines in 1990, establishing a mass roll-to-roll production system. Combined with over 70 years of textile manufacturing expertise, our rotary printing technology delivers uniform quality and competitive pricing even for large-volume orders.

High-Speed Continuous Production System

The Taihan Textile Daegu factory's rotary printing equipment achieves maximum production efficiency through uninterrupted continuous printing.

Equipment	Quantity	Features
High-Speed Rotary Printers	2 units	Installed 1990, continuous rotation system
Automatic Roll Feed System	1 set	Automatic fabric roll loading/changeover
CCM/CCK Color System	1 set	Computer color matching
Continuous Drying/Fixation Line	1 set	Integrated steam/heat treatment

Integrated Roll-to-Roll Process

Rotary printing operates within Taihan's unified continuous production line, seamlessly connecting pre- and post-printing processes.

Design Separation & Screen Preparation

Color-specific rotary screen creation

Fabric Roll Setup

Fabric loaded into automatic roll feed system

Roll-to-Roll Printing

Continuous printing with rotating cylindrical screens

Drying & Fixation

Immediate steam/heat treatment post-printing

Washing

Unreacted ink removal

Finishing

Tenter, calendar, sanforizing and final treatments

All processes occur on a single continuous line, eliminating inter-process transfer time and minimizing quality variation.

Key Benefits of Rotary Printing

Maximum Mass Production Efficiency

Rotary printing's greatest strength is overwhelming efficiency in mass production. Cylindrical screens rotate continuously while fabric flows without stopping, achieving production speeds several times faster than flat screen printing.

Uniform Quality Across Entire Rolls

The continuous printing mechanism maintains identical quality throughout the entire roll. Unlike flat screen's intermittent action, there's no quality difference between the start and end of printed rolls. Real-time monitoring via CCM/CCK system ensures consistency.

Perfect Pattern Continuity

Rotary printing repeats patterns based on cylindrical screen circumference, achieving seamless continuity for regular repeating patterns. Ideal for bedding, curtains, wallpaper, and other products requiring continuous repeating patterns.

Cost Competitiveness for Large Orders

While screen preparation costs remain constant, per-yard allocation costs decrease significantly in mass production. For orders exceeding tens of thousands of yards, 30-50%+ cost savings are achievable compared to digital or flat screen printing.

Production Efficiency Comparison

Method	Production Speed	Suitable Volume
Digital Printing	Low speed	1 yard to hundreds of yards
Flat Screen	Medium speed	Thousands to tens of thousands of yards
Rotary Printing	High speed	Tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of yards

A significant portion of Taihan Textile's monthly total production capacity of 5.5+ million yards is processed through rotary printing.

Why Choose Taihan Textile?

70 Years of Textile Manufacturing Heritage

Founded in August 1953, Taihan Textile stands as one of Korea's representative textile companies. Listed on the Korea Stock Exchange since 1973 with over 50 years of stable operations.

Complete Roll-Unit Production Infrastructure

Vertically integrated facilities including 30 million meters fabric dyeing, 5,800 tons yarn dyeing, and fully integrated finishing capabilities enable stable roll-to-roll processing.

Mass Production Quality Assurance

ISO 9002 Quality Management Certification, CCM/CCK Computer Color Matching (grade 4-5), and proven track record supplying military, police, and fire services with strict specifications.

Price Competitiveness Through Economies of Scale

With monthly production capacity exceeding 5.5 million yards, economies of scale enable competitive pricing for large orders through bulk purchasing and optimized equipment utilization.

Applications

Taihan Textile's rotary printing is optimized for the following mass production sectors:

Bedding & Home Textiles — Mass production of duvet covers, bed sheets, pillowcases, curtains, tablecloths with large-volume repeating patterns
Fabric Wholesale & Distribution — Roll-unit bulk fabric supply with single-design mass production at tens of thousands of yards
OEM/ODM Mass Production — Global brand partner for seasonal volumes and basic item mass production with consistent quality reproduction
Uniforms & Workwear — Corporate uniforms, school uniforms, medical wear, and work clothing requiring large quantities of identical fabric
Military Camouflage Fabric — Mass production with IR (Infrared) Camouflage Technology meeting strict military specifications

Specialty Functional Finishes

Various functional finishing treatments can be applied alongside rotary printing:

Finish Category	Specific Functions
Performance	UV protection, moisture-wicking (Ever-Dry), anti-static, permanent press
Protection	Flame retardant, Teflon coating, water/oil repellent, down-proof
Hand Feel	Peach skin, super silky, chintz (high-luster), ripple texture
Specialty	Aromatic processing, antibacterial/sanitary, phosphorescent, Schreiner finish
Military	IR (Infrared) Camouflage — Night vision equipment blocking

These functional finishes can be uniformly applied even in mass production, enabling large-scale functional fabric production.

Production Specifications

Printing Method	Rotary Screen Printing
Equipment	2 high-speed rotary printers (installed 1990)
Production Method	Roll-to-Roll continuous printing
Monthly Capacity	5.5+ million yards total (screen + rotary combined)
Compatible Fabrics	Cotton, linen, poly/cotton, nylon, polyester, spandex blends
Color Management	CCM/CCK computer color matching
Fastness	Wash/rub fastness grade 4-5
Certifications	ISO 9002, Organic certification

Printing Method Comparison

Comparison	Digital Printing	Flat Screen	Rotary Printing
Production Speed	Low	Medium	High
Optimal Volume	Small	Medium to Large	Large
Cost Efficiency	Advantageous for small orders	Advantageous for medium	Best for large orders
Pattern Continuity	Flexible	Good	Excellent
Initial Cost	None	Screen preparation	Screen preparation
Color Count	Unlimited	Screen per color	Screen per color
Ideal Use	Samples, small runs	Medium apparel/textiles	Home textiles, OEM mass production

Taihan Textile offers digital, flat screen, and rotary printing, recommending the optimal method based on volume, design, and delivery requirements.

Ready to Start Your Mass Production Project?

Since its 1953 founding, Taihan Textile has grown alongside Korea's textile industry. With 35 years of mass production expertise since installing rotary printers in 1990, we achieve both economies of scale and quality uniformity.