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What You Should KNow About Screen Printing
Screen printing or silk screening is a printing method used on flat or nearly flat surfaces. This type of printing has many applications but the most popular use is for printing logos, words, images on outdoor signs and items of clothing. Screen printing is ideally suited for bold graphic designs but can be used for intricate designs when done by a skilled printing company.
The process of this type of printing involves using a sturdy frame containing a tightly stretched screen. The area on the surface that is not getting printed is masked, and the permanent ink is applied only to the open areas of the screen and squeezed through the screen with a heavy press, then dried on a conveyor belt running thru a heat tunnel so the ink dries quickly.
When a design calls for more than one color in different areas of the design, each color has its own screen and the process is repeated. A screen for each color is affixed to a rotary press. Using a rotary press is the best way to guarantee that all colors are printed exactly where they need to be and some presses are fully automated except for setup and loading the materials to be printed.
If you are looking to have a dozen or hundreds of tee shirts, sweatshirts, team uniforms, caps, jackets or golf towels, etc. printed with your logo or message, screen printing is one of your best choices. There are a number of important issues to consider when you start looking for a good screen printing company.
Does the printer let you use your own designs and color choices or do they require that you make a choice from their designs? Is there an added per item charge for multiple color or custom designs? Last but not least, find out how long it will take to complete your order and the cost of each item.
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