Education
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Does photoresist film for sandcarving need to be dried after washout?
Since the material is wet after the washout, it has to be dried (unless you are using dry-processed film). You…
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What is the best way to learn how to use CorelDRAW?
I think anyone can learn CorelDRAW, it just takes time. Start by learning how to set up your workspace and save…
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How often should a shop update its customer records?
What’s great about using a management software program is that it’s much faster and easier to update information. You can make…
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How long is the training period when implementing new shop software?
It depends on your staff and how significant the switch is. Change is hard. When Sandlot Sports went from handwritten…
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Word to the Wise: Communication and Shop Workflow
To ensure communication flows seamlessly between departments in a shop, business management software is a huge help. People are creatures…
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What key details does a shop need before adding a job to the production calendar?
There are a few details printers need before a job can be scheduled and moved into production. No. 1 on…
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What common issues do sandcarvers face?
Common issues are not blasting deep enough, blasting too deep, blasting unevenly, digging ‘ruts’ when deep carving, loosing masking, carving…
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What are watermarks and what are they used for?
A watermark is a logo or text inserted on a photo for the means of identification as well as a…
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How can I determine what niche my business will fill?
We have found the people who flourish most in this business are those who are creative, sales-oriented, and outside-the-box thinkers.…
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Can regular printer paper be used in sublimation?
You can certainly use any paper you want for sublimation and get results; however, you probably will not get good results. If…
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What trends should decorators consider for custom T-shirt designs?
Fashion trends come and go and come back again. T-shirts have always been an excellent medium for exploring trends because…
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How important is math when it comes to running a business?
Our ability to run our businesses is a function of math. It would be virtually impossible otherwise, as we would…
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What unique products can be used to capture lasting memories?
There are many products that can be used to capture those lasting memories other than urns. Keepsake boxes, plaques, picture…
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How can awards retailers market their sandcarving services?
People need to know what services you provide. If you provide sandcarving products, you need to advertise that you do.…
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What are the types of beam delivery systems available for lasers?
Two types of beam delivery systems are available for lasers, and each have their strengths and weaknesses. Ideal for high-speed…
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What needs to be included on a custom T-shirt label?
If you have your own T-shirt business, don’t overlook the quick and inexpensive add on of heat transfer labels. Making…
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