GroupeSTAHL, a manufacturer of heat printing materials and technologies for garments and textiles, has been appointed a 3M Authorized Supplier of 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material (5807) a custom cuttable graphic transfer film in the U.S..

The 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material (5807) is a highly reflective material that once custom cut, can be heat applied to a variety of textiles including T-shirts, jackets, vests and other accessories for safety wear. Stahls’ ID Direct will be offering 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material (5807) by the yard on rolls and as a custom cut product.

“We are excited about the opportunity with GroupeSTAHL to tap into the personalization trend in the broader textile decoration and reflective work wear market place,” said Gary Pearson, Marketing Department Manager for Visibility and Insulation Solutions at 3M.

Safety wear is now mandatory in many professions. The direct connection between the two companies, will allow 3M to enter the personalization market and offer their product on a larger scale utilizing the resources and experience of GroupeSTAHL. Future plans include carrying a screen printed version of the 3M™ Scotchlite ™ Reflective Material that will be available from other GroupeSTAHL affiliates.

In addition Jan Starr, CEO for GroupeSTAHL stated, “GroupeSTAHL is excited about the many opportunities 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material (5807) will bring to our dealers. With enhanced federal regulations in safety wear, we hope that offering 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material (5807) will increase the customer base for 3M, GroupeSTAHL™ and ultimately our dealers.”