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For shops reclaiming manually, what equipment do they need?
If you are reclaiming manually, there are a few recommended pieces of screen-printing equipment. The first one is a dip…
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What should I keep in mind when deciding on what company to purchase a new laser from?
There are several models out there that are comparable both in price and capabilities. An important factor to consider is…
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How can a business owner create boundaries to maintain a healthy work-life balance?
Many entrepreneurs fall into the trap of working around the clock, sacrificing weekends, sleep, family meals, and breaks to keep…
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How can a decorator increase laser production speeds for large orders?
We believe that it depends on your processed object and type – the key is to choose the right laser…
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Managing Customer Expectations (Screen Printing Edition)
When we acquire a new client, we sometimes need to explain technical concepts. The need for explanation is essential not…
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Why is my DTG print fading with washes?
When it comes to colors fading with DTG, it will depend on the situation. When printing on light and dark…
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The Curse of the Cottage Industry
The industry of apparel decoration is made up of a diverse mix of business models. Traditional retail storefronts make up…
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How can decorators ensure a clean application and avoid making a mess with UV glitter applications?
UV glitter applications are pretty amazing. This high margin product allows you to offer your customers products that they can’t…
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What can be done to ensure a heat press closes evenly?
Check that your press closes evenly by cutting a sheet of paper into four squares and placing half of each square…
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What are some products to consider for the holiday season?
Personalized tile boxes ChromaLuxe photo panels with kickstands Serving trays Puzzles Coasters Picture frames Ornaments Magnets Interior wall décor/Signs of…
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What are some general artwork considerations to keep in mind for sandcarving projects?
Bold, open, sans serif fonts work best for deep etching, and if at all possible, avoid small script fonts. We…
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What steps should be taken to properly sublimate metal?
Using photoshop, or any other graphic formatting software, prepare your desired image. Said image is then moved to a RIP…
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How a Windows user Should Properly Manage Fonts
The Windows O/S recommends that no more than 400 fonts be installed at any one time to avoid an O/S…
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How can I avoid cracking glass ornaments when laser engraving?
Glass ball ornaments are usually made of thin glass. High heat will crack them. Fortunately, the paint is also thin,…
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Can I use any DTG ink in any DTG printer?
Inks are developed specifically for certain types of print heads, so swapping any ink with any printer could cause expensive…
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How does contract DTG printing differ from other contract printing services?
The main differences with contract DTG printing are the amount of time needed to print and the higher cost of…
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