Hot Stamping
Hot stamping, a traditional craftsmanship, can be applied to various materials through heat processing. While it is possible to achieve a hot stamping effect on different materials, not all materials yield satisfactory color fastness. Most hot stamping results may experience normal wear and tear due to friction, leading to some fading or peeling. Only specific materials developed for hot stamping exhibit good color fastness, such as paper, latex leather, and plastic foam. However, except for latex leather, other materials may not be suitable for use in the food and beverage industry, where they come into contact with liquids. In the provided example, the initial batch of hot stamping was applied in a sulfur hot spring area. It was explicitly communicated that friction could cause the stamped design to fade. Computer embroidery was recommended as a better alternative, but the buyer insisted on hot stamping. Consequently, the hot stamping quickly disappeared. The subsequent batch followed the recommendation of computer embroidery, and the menu books lasted for years without any issues. It is important to note that this does not imply that hot stamping is inherently flawed or problematic. The success of hot stamping depends on the compatibility between the technique and the specific material. The provided illustration depicts functional fabric.