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Do you have any recommendations for sublimating multiple ceramic ornaments at a time?
Use soft Nomex for the ornaments to drop/dip into the padding and wrap the transfer around the radius for best…
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Which materials work best for laser engraving?
When it comes to which materials work best for laser engraving, it can be best summed up with creating contrast.…
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What should business owners keep in mind when looking for an accountant?
Business owners should shop for an accountant as they shop for any other supplier. Ask about candidates’ experience and credentials…
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Which light wattage is best for exposing photoresist film for sandcarving?
An important factor in choosing the right light to expose photoresist film is the wattage of the bulb. In the…
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How do routers compare to laser engraving machines?
Taking an over-simplified look on a mechanical level, a router is really just a large engraving machine. The X, Y,…
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How does a shop know if it’s in proper financial alignment?
Money. As business owners, this is the center of many conversations and worry. It is justifiable. So, is your company…
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The Best Time to Hire Help
Have you ever said to yourself: “I am running out of time in my business, and I cannot do it…
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What transfer method is best for a two-color design and an item quantity less than 25?
They’ll want to consider heat transfer vinyl (HTV) as their ideal heat printing method. Why? HTV transfers come from cut…
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Items to Heat Print This Holiday Season
If you’re looking to generate holiday sales in your custom apparel business this year, you’ll need to ramp up your…
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How should glass be handled to avoid damage?
It helps to have countertops (acrylic top), the inside of a sandcarving machine (rubber shelf liner), and other areas that…
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Why should an awards retailer add home décor to their offerings?
Not all awards need to be another trophy or tray. If it can be personalized, it can be commemorative. If…
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How long does it typically take to complete a sub-surface engraving job?
The time required is dependent upon numerous factors such as the laser power, the type of information (2-D versus 3-D),…
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What’s the secret to a good bond between an aluminum frame and mesh?
Aluminum screen frames are not porous, and you want to ensure a complete mesh-to-frame bond. To do this, the frame…
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Competing with Hobbyists: Just Do You
Have you ever posted something you embroidered on social media because you were just tickled with how it came out?…
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How difficult is the UV printing learning curve?
If your current capabilities only include laser engraving or sandcarving, expanding into UV printing is a whole new ball game.…
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What is the best way to handle a customer worried about getting the best price?
If someone comes to you only worried about getting your best price, stick to your guns on the pricing you…
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