When considering pricing you must take into account your operational costs and your goals. These include materials, labor, overhead, and profit. All of these factors play a role in pricing because they all carry financial significance.

Specialty imagers find, once again, that the question of analog versus digital isn’t a black-and-white one. What could be the impact on garment decoration if we leverage the best of both worlds?

Digital computer-to-screen (CTS) imaging and LED-exposure technologies have brought much advancement to the screen-printing industry and, with it, confusion about screen- imaging and exposing choices.

AXEON™ Glow-in-the-Dark 1808 is a non-PVC screen printing ink that produces a bright, greenish glow when exposed to light and viewed in a darkened area. Incorporating AXEON™ Glow-in-the-Dark 1808to an artwork and design is an effective way to add flair to any print.

With prominent athletic-focused brands leading the charge, performancewear has experienced dramatic growth in the past decade. More wholesale brands have added performance-focused lines to their offerings, creating endless options for customers — from unique, high-end styles to more basic, affordable ones.
As the category continues to become more accessible and widespread, decorators must ensure they not only understand the intricacies of the products, but also that they accurately convey their value to customers. This category shows no signs of slowing down, so it’s time to build it into your business and run with it.

Let’s talk about the different inks available for special effects. For the beginner, puff or suede inks can add a simple wow to an image. I also like to use a glow-in-the-dark ink, as it is one of the simplest inks to work with and it is very easy to use.

Find out why DTG is changing the rules in apparel decoration – and more importantly, how to adopt the technology successfully in your business – from three leading experts and featured Screen Printing authors who will share practical advice and proven strategies.

In most cases, it depends on why the ink has thickened. If the ink has thickened due to excessive heat, then yes, it may be unusable because the ink has already partially fused or cured.