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What type of fume extractor is best for cutting wood?
If you are cutting a lot of wood, favor a machine that has large prefilters in terms of surface area.…
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How important is substrate quality for sublimation?
Not all substrates and coatings are created equal. Mugs are one example of a product that vary greatly among suppliers.…
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What should I keep in mind when engraving powder-coated mugs?
When working with powder-coated mugs, like the ones in the Polar Camel line from JDS, the key is to keep the…
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What can I do to cool down a mug after sublimating?
To dip or not to dip, that is the question. Some say that dipping the sublimated mug in warm water…
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What advice do you have for laser engraving plastic?
Engraving from the bottom up can help reduce residue buildup. Some colors show more residue than others, especially white. Running…
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What equipment and supplies are needed for heat-applied decorating?
Tools of the trade include: A high-quality heat press; either a swing-away or clamshell with digital time, temperature, and pressure…
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Why should I consider the noise level when shopping for a compressor?
Not all compressors are created equal when it comes to the noise level they produce. If you are shopping for…
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Can glass thimbles be engraved with a laser?
Glass thimbles can be engraved just as any other glass products; however, because the area is so small, the type…
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Why should an awards retailer add stamps and marking devices to their arsenal?
Today, many businesses are looking to diversify their goods and services, and rubber stamps are a low-cost way to increase…
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Can the mark made with metal-marking spray be removed?
If you apply the spray correctly, then you’re going to struggle removing the mark. The goal behind these types of…
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Can glassware be sublimated?
Spraying your glass with a sublimation coating opens an entire new world of decorating. You can cover the entire exterior…
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What is the best way to sandcarve curved surfaces?
It is important to rotate the object and nozzle together and maintain a constant 90-degree angle during blasting. By blasting…
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Why doesn’t sublimation work on cotton?
When asked what type of fabric works best for sublimation, we always reply that 100% polyester will provide the best…
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When printing a sleeve, do the words read down or up the sleeve?
Because this is such an opinion-based topic, I believe the final decision stands with the customer and designer. However, the…
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How can a printer salvage a shirt with part of a registration mark printed on it?
Here are a few thoughts on trying to salvage a shirt with a registration mark. First, consider if the garment…
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What should retailers consider when setting up their showroom?
We all have prime real estate in our showroom where every client can see what we offer. Do you have…
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