For screen printers, the exposure process can be a point of stress, particularly if you are changing emulsions. The difference between getting a properly exposed screen, and an over or underexposed one can be a matter of seconds with today’s technology. Neither...
Showcases like the Impressions Expo Long Beach are rare chances for attendees to get up close and personal with the latest and greatest that the screen printing industry has to offer. For shop owners who have had their eye on a particular product or service, trade...
The Impressions Expo Long Beach is one of the industry’s most advanced showcases. It’s set up for attendees to easily learn about and interact with the latest products and services in the screen printing industry. The expo is an incredible opportunity to gain insider...
Weighing expenses against profit is a balancing act with thin margins of error, but also potential for high rewards; investing in a new piece of equipment could be pricey, but in the long run it could become an invaluable asset. To get to that point, you’ll need a...
The earliest recognizable form of screen printing is over 1,000 years old and has seen countless advancements over that time. Since then, screens with high mesh counts have continuously improved. However, with such fine lines and high detail, the margin for error has...
As a business owner in the manufacturing industry, maintaining a productive workflow is essential to minimizing overhead costs. And whether your processes need updating or you simply want to help automate your employees’ workflow, there are lots of things you can...
As with most things, perfecting the art of screen printing is a constant endeavor. Even those who have been in the industry for years will admit to making screen printing mistakes that cost their business both time and money. And, while mistakes can happen no matter...
As with any business, the goal for most screen printers is to produce the highest quality product. But what happens when your bottom line has nothing to do with the profitability of your print shop’s products? Many screen printers find that production costs can eat...
It can be difficult to understand where your budget is going and how to effectively price your services. This blog will discuss many areas of a standard print shop’s business model and the screen printing cost breakdown. You’ll have a better understanding of each...
In the screen printing business, your artwork is the key to success. That’s why it’s essential to fine-tune your prepress process; there’s no point in creating visually stunning designs if they aren’t able to transfer well to print form. There’s a lot that goes into...