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The latest feature articles from GRAPHICS PRO
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Working with Fluorescent Inks
When our customers are looking to add impact, we can incorporate a fluorescent ink into their design. The bright vibrant…
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Sandcarve a Pet Memorial
To sandcarve a pet memorial, start by applying a photoresist stencil to a flat piece of granite or tile. This…
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3 Points to Remember When Framing Measurements
Whether showcasing an award, graphic, medallion, or shadowbox objects, there are a few things to keep in mind to help…
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Attention Awards Shops: ADA signage is for you
If you have a laser or an engraver with enough power, you can cut out all kinds of interesting shapes…
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How to Place Lasered Acrylic Inserts for Medals
Placing lasered acrylic inserts onto medals so they are straight can be tricky, especially in a production environment. It is…
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Virtual Awards: Use CorelDRAW to Develop Samples
Start by constructing as much of the shape of the award as possible, to actual size, by utilizing the dimensions…
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How To: Sublimate Raw Materials with SubTHAT!
In this demonstration, Colin VanLint of JDS Industries shows how to use SubTHAT! to coat raw materials with a poly…
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Turn Down the Volume of Your Fonts
Be careful not to use too many different fonts in the same design. It looks amateurish and can actually wear…
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Channel Letters: Non-Routine Retrofits
In life, things aren’t always as they appear. Sometimes even the most seemingly routine tasks can present challenges. Well, retrofitting…
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Try This: Sublimate an Award Plaque
With sublimation, you can turn any image into a vibrant and permanent memento or piece of art. Take a look…
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Building Fixtures That Stand the Test of Time
To increase productivity and efficiency when laser processing many of the same parts over and over again, you can use…
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Cleaning Lasering Residue from Wood
I generally try not to laser raw or stained wood that does not have several good coats of finish on it because,…
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4 Main Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Laser
What is the maximum size of substrate you will work with? The answer to this question helps you determine the…
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Make It Your Business: If the Shoe Fits . . . Incorporate
Suppose you’re in the market for a new pair of shoes. Not just any pair of shoes, but the perfect…
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Curing Water-Based Inks
In this quick 90-second video tip, Cristen, Ryonet’s production designer, gives screen printers tips for the perfect cure when working…
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Starting a Screen-Printing Business
Before you open a shop, it’s important to create a business plan that sets you apart from the rest. Ask…
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