Tips
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What kind of pressure do printers want to use when curing DTG-printed shirts?
When curing shirts, you want less pressing pressure for the moisture to be released. If you trap the moisture, then…
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How can a decorator achieve the best results with apparel sublimation?
There are a lot of great benefits of working with sublimation and 100% polyester garments. Things like moisture wicking, durability,…
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How can a decorator ensure vibrant colors with sublimation?
Make sure you use inks and paper that are specifically for sublimation. It sounds silly, but I encounter numerous problems…
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Ways to Break Through Creative Roadblocks
Our daily grind in this industry and life can be very taxing on our productivity, especially our creative flow. The…
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How can a decorator determine the right photoresist film to use for a sandcarving project?
Photoresist film comes in multiple thicknesses, and which thickness you choose depends on multiple factors: Substrate: The type of material you…
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What should a user never do when UV-LED printing?
To answer simply, the following three tips are important guidelines to follow: Never allow an inexperienced operator to operate the…
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Tips for Hard-to-Cut Heat Transfer Vinyl
Even someone experienced with HTV (heat transfer vinyl) can be challenged by the full range of materials on the market.…
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How are the different women’s sizes broken down?
Women come in all shapes and sizes, and you want to find the best fit for your customer. Let’s dive…
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What should be taken into account when adding a laser to your shop?
When bringing a new laser into your shop, you will need to ensure that there is adequate space around the…
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What glass drinkware options can decorators offer?
Pint glasses are a top-selling beverage glass. These are used for beer, sodas, iced tea, water, and many other drinks.…
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What’s the difference between an extraction unit for a laser and one for a printer?
Laser fumes consist of ultrafine particles and VOCs that generate when the material is burned by the laser. In contrast,…
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What should be considered when sandcarving stone?
I like to use a heavier mask for stone. This allows for higher blasting pressures and faster engraving times. When…
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How to Figure Out the Best Laser Settings for Different Substrates
When preparing to engrave on a new product or material for the first time, the operator should dedicate the first…
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Where to Find the CorelDRAW shortcut keys
Those who purchased the box version of CorelDRAW likely received a Quick Reference Card to the many shortcuts available, but…
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How can heat-transfer decorators ensure proper positioning before pressing?
Just like the old carpentry adage, make sure your print is positioned correctly before you press. While you may get…
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What should a business keep in mind to retain its customers?
Customer retention is what we all strive for in our businesses, and it’s important to continuously gain knowledge from your…
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