One of the most common issues we have witnessed as a screen-printing supplier in the industry is the process of burning images into screens. Creating a proper image is not a process that you should take lightly for it will greatly define the success and quality of your printing. Poor decisions in this process can lead to various problems including a weak stencil that doesn't hold up during prints, loss of detail in images, the emulsion getting locked up in the screen, spending a lot of on-press time covering pinholes, and many other headaches. Here are some tips that can help!
Tuesday, November 28, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1050)/Comments (0)/
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When faced with a looming catastrophic event, we know your first priority is—as it should be—the safety and well-being of your family.
However, if you are facing such an event—and have time—please take a few minutes to document, prepare, and secure your M&R equipment. Below are instructions for screen printing equipment in general, as well as specific instructions for M-Link printers and i-Image CTS machines.And even if you don't appear to be in harm's way, many of the suggestions below (like taking photos of your facility and equipment and storing them—along with serial numbers and documentation—in a safe, remote location) are steps that should be taken by every prudent person. A few minutes invested now could save you years of heartache later. After all, fires, floods, tornados, and earthquakes often come without warning, so please be prepared for the worst.
Wednesday, November 22, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1100)/Comments (0)/
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Each month, leading manufacturers and DTG print shop owners share their know-how in our new DTG column. This month, Geoff Baxter from M&R's digital division gives the lowdown on pretreatment and the benefits of automated pretreatment application
Monday, November 20, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1032)/Comments (0)/
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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.
Wednesday, November 15, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1095)/Comments (0)/
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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?
Thursday, November 9, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1127)/Comments (0)/
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Learn the options available for today's advanced digital technologies.
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.
Wednesday, November 1, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1199)/Comments (0)/
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Tuesday, October 31, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (2391)/Comments (0)/
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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.
Friday, October 27, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1096)/Comments (0)/
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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.
Tuesday, October 24, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1184)/Comments (0)/
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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.
Friday, October 20, 2017/Author: Anonym/Number of views (1199)/Comments (0)/
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