Custom Heat Transfer Badges for Garment Sourcing
TWINGS INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD manufactures customized heat transfer TPU patch labels with embossed logos and full-color printing, giving garment brands a factory-direct route to a durable TPU patch that bonds to knitwear, woven fabrics, technical textiles and polyester blends without adding stiffness to the finished garment.
Product Snapshot & Specification
Item No. TPU#13 is a customized heat transfer TPU label built on flexible thermoplastic polyurethane. The badge is produced in HF craft and applied by heat transfer, so it bonds to textile substrates without adding stiffness or discomfort to the garment you are already sampling. Size, color and logo treatment are adjusted from your artwork, while pricing and production schedule are quoted per enquiry.
| Item No. | TPU#13 |
|---|---|
| Material | TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) |
| Application method | Heat transfer — silicone heat transfer / HF craft |
| Logo options | Embossed logo; full-color print; as per customer artwork |
| Color | As per customer artwork |
| Customization scope | Size, color and style adjustments |
| Environmental compliance | Raw materials comply with the latest EURO Reach standards, 2023 |
| Lead time | Varies depending on order quantity and customization complexity — request a quote |
| Pricing | Quote-based; confirm with the supplier |
What Are TPU Patch Labels?
A TPU patch label is a brand badge made from flexible thermoplastic polyurethane and fixed to the garment by heat transfer rather than stitching. That combination — a soft, durable polymer and a thermal bonding step — is what makes the badge read as premium hardware instead of a flat woven tag.
Flexible TPU material
Thermoplastic polyurethane is described as combining durability with flexibility, so the badge takes abrasion and handling without turning the garment rigid where the label sits.
Made in HF craft
The badge is produced in HF craft, the process the maker positions as both fashion-forward and widely used across garment branding programs.
Heat transfer application
Application uses established silicone heat transfer techniques for uniform thermal adhesion, giving robust bonding on a range of textile substrates.
Embossed or printed
Logos can be embossed for a raised tactile finish, or produced in full color. Whichever route you choose, logo and color are made as per your artwork.
Embossed logo finish
Choose this when the badge should feel three-dimensional under the thumb — the finish most often specified for a signature logo on outerwear, hoodies and premium knitwear.
Full-color printed finish
Specify this when the artwork carries multiple colors or fine detail. Color is matched to your artwork, so the printed badge and the embossed version can share one design language.
Choose by Garment Application
Bonding behavior, hand feel and wash exposure differ by fabric. Match the garment you are producing to the routing below, then confirm the substrate list with the supplier before the badge is finalized.
Knitwear
Knitwear is one of the listed compatible substrates. Decide whether the garment needs a raised embossed logo for a premium hand feel, or a flatter printed badge that follows the knit surface.
Woven fabrics
For woven shirts, overshirts and outer shells, the heat transfer step gives robust adhesion on a firmer surface. Check that the badge outline suits the panel it will sit on.
Technical textiles
Technical textiles are explicitly listed for this label. If performance fabrics are involved, confirm the bonding step with the supplier before committing the spec.
Polyester blends
Polyester blends are also named as compatible. Mixed fiber content is one of the most common sources of application variation, so state the exact blend in your enquiry.
Uniform programs
Corporate and institutional uniforms go through repeated laundering. Specify the badge for wash durability and mechanical stress resistance so the logo still reads after many cycles.
Match Your Scenario to a Specification
Start from the commercial situation, not the catalogue. Each row below turns a common sourcing scenario into the product fact that should drive your badge specification.
| Your scenario | What to specify | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Launching a signature badge for a premium apparel range | Embossed logo with a raised tactile finish | The embossed treatment gives the badge a three-dimensional, premium feel rather than a flat print look. |
| Artwork with multiple colors or fine detail | Full-color printing, matched to your artwork | Full-color printing is offered alongside embossing, and colors are produced as per your artwork. |
| Corporate uniform program with frequent laundering | TPU patch applied by heat transfer, specified for wash durability | Wash durability and resistance to mechanical stress are stated features, and the label is described as preventing cracking or detachment. |
| Stretch knit or soft-hand garment | Flexible TPU that bonds without stiffness | The label is designed to bond securely without adding stiffness or discomfort or altering garment comfort. |
| High-volume production with existing heat press lines | A heat transfer format suited to automated application | The badge is suited to automated application within production lines for repeatable quality across batches. |
Customization & Spec Checklist
Work through these eight points before you send an enquiry. A complete brief is what lets the supplier quote accurately instead of asking follow-up questions.
Compliance & Durability
These are the stated performance and compliance characteristics of Item No. TPU#13. Use them as the checklist for your technical file.
EURO Reach 2023
Raw materials comply with the latest EURO Reach standards in 2023 — the compliance statement to reference when your customer requests restricted-substance documentation.
Wash durability
The label is specified for wash durability, so the badge keeps its position and finish through the laundering cycle of the garment it is applied to.
Flexibility without stiffness
Flexible TPU is designed to bond securely without adding stiffness or discomfort, so the garment keeps the drape and comfort of the original pattern.
Mechanical stress resistance
Resistance to mechanical stress through laundering and wear is a stated feature, supporting the badge on garments that get handled, folded and packed.
Resists cracking or detachment
The product is described as preventing cracking or detachment while conforming to diverse garment textures — the key risk when a rigid badge meets a moving fabric.
Built for automated lines
Suited to automated application within production lines, which supports streamlined workflow and repeatable quality across batches.
No numeric wash-cycle count, application temperature or bonding pressure is published for this item. Ask the supplier for measurement data that matches your laundering program before you sign off the technical specification.
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View productFrequently Asked Questions
what material is this badge made from?
the badge is made from flexible tpu (thermoplastic polyurethane). the supplier describes the material as combining durability with flexibility, and the label is produced in hf craft and applied by heat transfer using established silicone heat transfer techniques.
can the logo be embossed instead of printed?
yes. the product supports embossed logos with a raised tactile finish as well as full-color printing, and the logo and colors are produced as per your artwork.
is there a published minimum order quantity or unit price?
no minimum order quantity or unit price is published for this item. pricing is quote-based, so send your artwork, size and quantity and ask the supplier to confirm cost and order terms for your run.
how long does production take?
lead time varies depending on order quantity and customization complexity. the supplier advises contacting them directly for a detailed schedule rather than relying on a fixed figure.
which fabrics can this label be applied to?
the product is stated as compatible with knitwear, woven fabrics, technical textiles and polyester blends, and is designed to conform to diverse garment textures through the heat transfer application process.
will the badge survive repeated washing?
wash durability and resistance to mechanical stress are stated product features, and the label is described as preventing cracking or detachment. no wash-cycle count is published, so ask the supplier for test documentation that matches your laundering program.
