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What are some unique glass and crystal items that retailers can offer their customers?
Card holders, goblets, wine bottles in different sizes, butter and cheese trays, etc. Etching on all of these is all…
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How do I achieve a high-quality image on metal using my laser?
Just like a cook trying to teach a student how to bake the perfect cake, each person has his or…
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What type of heat press is ideal for a small work space?
The clam style heat press is the most popular on the market. This model has a hinge between the upper…
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How do I know if I am choosing the right sandcarving cabinet?
The first choice is the abrasive delivery method – either siphon or direct pressure delivery. Will the primary use call…
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Why is it important to have a proper fume extractor for your laser engraver?
The fumes generated by the laser process consist of respirable submicronic dust and Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) gases. The fumes…
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Sublimating to Colored Polyester Shirts
Today’s polyester shirts are a far cry from the polyester shirts of the 1970s. In fact, polyester has become the…
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What can printers do to speed up production with their manual press?
Stage all orders with screens, inks, and garments in mind. Use pneumatic clamps, so screens don’t have to be manually…
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How can manual presses be helpful in an automated shop?
There are multiple reasons to use manual presses in an automated shop. Shops will commonly run manuals for smaller, accent…
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Why is it important for an awards retailer to have a website?
Today’s consumers are internet-driven. The phrase “Google It” is common lingo now. The younger generation may not remember: we used…
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What do shops need to consider when adding DTG to their current shop offerings?
When considering adding DTG to an existing business, the first thing to determine is if you have a workspace that…
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Why does every business need a signature product?
It is important to have an anchor that promotes a business that the public understands. For example, a gas station…
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What are the benefits of a fiber laser machine?
A fiber laser has benefits over other laser sources. For the awards and engraving industry, a big one is being able to…
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Can I laser etch denim? If so, what kind of laser do I need?
In general, etching on denim bleaches out the color to produce a lighter or white color on the etched areas.…
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Where should decorators go to look for workwear clientele?
Breaking into the workwear and safety gear market is sometimes as simple as looking for companies in your area that…
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How can I benefit from a turnkey package?
It’s a new year, and some plans may be in the works to start a new business venture. This means…
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What is the single most important thing to remember when sandcarving?
Angles! When sandcarving, you’re carving into an item, and if you are not at the correct angle, your final piece…
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