Fiery has officially released Digital Factory 12, and this update brings some meaningful upgrades for DTF and DTG print shops. Here’s our breakdown of what’s new!
What Digital Factory 12 Is All About
1. Major Color Upgrades for DTF & DTG
Digital Factory 12 is designed to give print providers better color accuracy, more intuitive tools, and smoother workflows. If you’re running DTF or DTG production, this release focuses on making your shop faster, more reliable, and easier to scale.
Version 11 was strong, but v12 pushes the software toward a true “professional-grade” experience — especially in color performance and layout efficiency.
Excerpt from Press Release:
“Digital Factory 12 now offers the same industry-leading Fiery color technology that the world’s top consumer brands rely on to deliver the brand colors customers love.”
2. New Saturation Rendering Intent
A new rendering intent built specifically for textiles helps boost vibrancy without losing natural skin tones. This wasn’t available in v11, and it’s a noticeable improvement if your prints often look dull.
3. Fiery Color Profiler Add-On
For shops ready to level up, v12 introduces an optional pro-level color profiling tool. You can now create ICC profiles in-house using supported spectrophotometers — something v11 did not support at this level.
Smart Workflow Improvements
1. Built-In Gang Sheet Builder
One of the most practical additions: Digital Factory 12 now includes a native drag-and-drop Gang Sheet Builder.
In v11, most operators relied on third-party tools. In v12, it’s built right in — quicker, simpler, and designed specifically for DTF workflows.
2. Enhanced Markup Tools
Labels, indicators, and finishing guides are now easier to apply and read. This update is aimed at reducing cutting errors and helping teams stay organized. This is a nice quality-of-life improvement over the more limited markup options in v11.
Digital Factory 12 vs. Digital Factory 11 (Quick Look)
- Color performance: Huge upgrade
- Layout tools: Gang Sheet Builder now built in
- User interface: Cleaner and more modern
- Color profiling: Optional in-house ICC creation
- Workflow automation: Smoother and more intuitive
- DTF-focused features: Stronger than ever
Overall, v12 is simply more powerful, more flexible, and easier to use.
Why This Release Matters
For shops that need reliable color, consistent output, or faster layout prep, Digital Factory 12 is a meaningful step forward. It’s not just a refresh — it’s a functional upgrade that directly impacts everyday production efficiency.
If you’re on v11 and feel limited by color consistency or external gang sheet tools, you’ll definitely feel the difference.
Final Thoughts
Digital Factory 12 focuses on practical improvements: better color, fewer external tools, smarter workflows, and a cleaner interface. The upgrade makes sense for most DTF/DTG shops, especially those looking to produce more consistent and vibrant results.
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