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Patches: application

There are three main methods of attaching patches to garments:

SEWING Most patches are sewn onto the garment at the patch's edge. Almost all patches Talon International makes can be sewn. This is a reliable method that keeps the patch secure at the edges. For jeans and twill pants, patches are usually sewn into the waist above the back right pocket.

HEAT TRANSFER For this process, a patch featuring a formulated glue on its back is placed onto fabric. Heat and pressure are applied, melting the glue and attaching the patch to the fabric. Stretch fabrics such as Lycra require a strong glue formulation, while simple fabrics like denim can use a regular glue formulation.

SONIC WELDING Designed for rubber patches, the patch is place on fabric and then submitted to a high-frequency electric charge, which welds the patch to the fabric permanently. The welding can be done at your manufacturing site if you have the appropriate equipment, or the appropriate fabric panel can be sent to Talon International and we'll sonic weld it for you. We charge approximately $.50 - .60 per patch for sonic welding (in addition to the cost of manufacturing the patch).