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Applications That Pair Well with Sandcarving
Sandcarving doesn’t need to just be on glass. We have found that sandcarving wood gives a beautiful distressed look that…
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How does the recommended mesh count differ between plastisol and water-based inks?
For starters, plastisol inks tend to be much thicker than water-based inks, which means you’re going to need a screen…
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What mesh count works best with water-based inks?
In most cases, 200 mesh screens and above will work best with water-based inks. These also allow you to get…
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What are my options for decorating headwear?
The most in-demand method for decorating headwear is by far the embroidery technique. Nearly 90% of caps that we decorate…
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Should printers push or pull their squeegees?
Asking this question is like asking which computer brand, phone, or even soft drink is better. Everyone has their opinion.…
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Inviting New Products into the Mix
When a customer requests signage, promotional products, or any other related item that you may not currently offer, make a…
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What should I consider when pricing custom appliqués?
Pricing appliqués can be a challenge. Sizes can vary greatly, artwork can go far beyond just preparing a graphic, and…
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What techniques are currently available to mark metal?
Some of the ways commonly used to mark metal in the industry are mechanical engraving (rotary engraver), laser engraving, either…
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What questions should I ask prior to purchasing a laser system?
There are many questions a person should ask before purchasing a laser for their business. Not only does it have…
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How can embroiderers best manage inventory and plan for product selection?
Control the amount of inventory you keep on hand. It is almost guaranteed that if you have 25 navy T-shirts,…
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Uncovering Your Customers’ Needs
The beauty of the relationship between customer base and company is that it is totally measurable. The sole criterion of…
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Why does fume extraction matter?
Fumes generated from lasers contain Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and respirable dust. At high concentrations, these can become a health…
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How can I ensure a successful vector cut with my laser?
When vector cutting, make sure your line width is set to “hairline” in CorelDRAW, and make sure to select either…
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What’s the best use of space for my embroidery startup?
Nearly half of this industry is made up of home-based businesses, but there are also those retail and commercial/industrial locations,…
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Manage Repeat Customers with Agreements
The pressure of obtaining that annual order with prime accounts can be eliminated if we provide a solution to our…
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What actually happens to glass when it is being etched with a CO2 laser?
Unlike abrasive etching (sandcarving), which physically removes glass from the surface of glass, and also deeper into glass, the CO2…
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