Education
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How can business software help improve my shop’s efficiency?
By eliminating the number of steps involved in getting tasks completed and by removing links in the chain of people…
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What equipment essentials does a beginner screen printer need?
Basic equipment needs include a computer with design software and an output device to create film, screens, a coating trough, an…
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What is one thing that will make a decorator most profitable?
Count the pieces per hour produced and calculate the difference between selling price and cost of the garment on every…
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What equipment does a first-time sandcarver need in their arsenal?
The obvious answer to this is a sandblaster, but what most first-time users don’t realize is they need stencil material…
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What equipment do awards retailers need to add to their shops to create custom stamps?
A photopolymer exposure unit or “flash” unit are required for a stand-alone stamp operation. Laser engraving equipment can also be…
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What do I need to know when entering the ADA signage market?
In order to enter the ADA signage industry, you should determine if you are willing to put in some serious…
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I want to add apparel decorating to my business. What factors should I consider?
Think about potential markets where you already have relationships. That might be sports teams, schools, companies, etc. These are great…
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What steps should I take when first getting involved in sublimation?
The top step is making samples and getting used to the heat press and printing the transfers. The next important…
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How do you place a catalog online?
FlipBoard may be a great solution for retailers wanting to place a catalog on their website. FlipBoard was created as a mobile-only…
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What options are available for fume extraction systems?
There are two basic options: Vent-to-outdoors Recirculating fume extractor Vent-to-outdoors is a blower and a sealed duct system that removes…
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Is it a good idea to buy vinyl in bulk?
E-commerce stores now afford everyone the opportunity to sell their products online, making it easy for you to take advantage…
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What’s the difference between routers and rotary engravers?
At the basic level, a router and a rotary engraving machine are quite similar. Both move a rotating tool through…
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The 10 Percent Rule of Sales
At best, only 10 percent of all the business contacts you make will ever buy from you. Ever. Business contacts…
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What factors should guide embroiderers in purchasing their first machine?
New embroiderers obsess over equipment. It’s expensive, and it’s undeniable that machine embroidery needs machines, but the first question they…
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How can you help your staff beat discouragement at work?
Although you can’t do much about what happens at home, you can take proactive steps to prevent discouragement at work.…
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Are there size limitations with UV-LED printing?
The first thing is understanding the printer’s maximum print area in order to know how large of a product will…
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