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Welcome to our specialty printing blog! You’ll find information about pad printing machines, digital UV printers, and laser plate-makers. Read more about applications, product news, industry updates, and FAQs!

December 6, 2018

Have a Drink! Screen Printing on Growlers

Industry Update

With the recent surge of breweries, bars and restaurants all over offering up unique craft beer selections, customers have a growing demand for their favorite brew. What was once a brew you could only enjoy at the facility in which it was manufactured; customers are now given the option to take their favorite beer home

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December 6, 2018

Pad Printers for Silicone Wristbands

Pad Printing Ink

Wrists are everywhere. Most people have at least one and, even before the pyramids were built, these same people have made efforts to decorate this very exposed portion of the body. Though the golden scarab bracelets of Egypt still make their appearances every so often, nowadays custom silicone wristbands are appearing with a much greater

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December 6, 2018

The Effects of UV Light on Photopolymer Plates

How-To, Plates

Photopolymer plates work hard to hold ink for pad printing machines. However before the plates get to that point, they need a little rest and relaxation. How do photopolymer printing plates relax? They go tanning. Photopolymer plates like to get a nice tan. They enjoy spending time in their UV tanning beds (exposure units) until

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December 6, 2018

The Importance of the Right Printhead

How-To, Inkjet Printing

  One of the most essential components in any printing job is the printhead – which type of printhead is used greatly affects the overall outcome of the project. Here’s what you need to know about different printheads and how to select the most appropriate one for your specific printing project. What is a Printhead?

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December 6, 2018

Ink Mixing Tips and Tools

How-To, Pad Printing Ink

  ICN-1501 Digital Scale Follow these steps to achieve best possible ink mix: Make sure you use unlined mixing cups (no wax) and wooden or metal mixing sticks! If you use plastic, your ink may get contaminated with plasticizers. Zero the scale out and make sure its on a leveled surface. Add the appropriate hardener

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While garment tag printing, most users prefer making their own plates. Typically the most inexpensive way to etch your own plates is by using photopolymer plates with an exposure unit. Etching an image into photopolymer plates requires more attention than laser etching the plates, exposure times will vary depending upon the image size, even if

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