Education
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The Quest for New Clients: Utilizing Local Listings
Search your local business list and choose listings that appeal to you – one you relate to and have an…
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What roles do fabric, screens, and ink play when manual printing?
Whether it is on a manual or an automatic press, the fundamental relationship between the above three components is most…
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What are some basic printing rules to follow when using a manual press?
Follow these printing rules on a manual press to better your chances of success. With the screen disengaged from the platen,…
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What if my customer isn’t interested in any of the new heat printing offerings?
With “new” fabrics and apparel items that require “new” heat print technology to decorate and “new” finishes including reflective and…
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What types of fabric are most commonly used for laser marking?
There are two basic classifications of fabrics you will come across when laser marking. One type of fabric is known…
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How can I ensure a good business relationship with my supplier?
You must communicate, through your actions, that you wish to establish a professional precedent with a supplier from the start.…
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What are some ways to increase the value of my sublimated substrates?
Adding value to your substrates is an interesting concept. For instance, you can increase the value of a 4″ X…
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What challenges will beginners face when starting to laser engrave?
The top challenge that many beginners encounter is not learning how to use the laser system itself, but instead learning…
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How to Be Different
Standing out from the crowd sounds like a simple thing. Just be different in some aspect. But how do you…
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How can business owners better manage and work with millennials and Generation Z?
It’s interesting to note that millennials would typically choose workplace flexibility, work/life balance, and the opportunity for an overseas assignment…
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Tips for Heat Printing on Lycra, Spandex, and Elastane
When decorating apparel, one of the most important considerations is the fabric type. The fabric type dictates what decorating options…
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Establish a Consistent Company Culture
When establishing the blueprint and guidelines for your business, consistency must be at the top of the list. Your employees…
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What should I be aware of when purchasing a sandcarving system?
Purchasing a cabinet that doesn’t have the recommended duty cycle for the amount of blasting can make the workplace dusty.…
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What types of acrylic can be processed with a laser?
For acrylic, it’s important to note there are two types: cast and extruded. Cast acrylic sheets and objects are made…
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Trends in Purchasing: Overseas versus Stateside
Generally, consumers are searching for stateside products as that is the latest trend in purchasing. The industry leans more toward…
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What can producers do with misprints?
When it comes to our industry, there is one dreadful item that we all produce: misprints. Everyone has dealt with…
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