Why Choose Hybrid Waterbased Inks?

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Most printers that print or try waterbased ink love it, like the way it feels, like it’s Eco credentials, like the fact that
you can clean up with just water, like the fact it’s easier to work with and pull
across a screen and like the matt finish you get …..But what they don’t like is
the fact that it will at some point when you take a break for more than 30
seconds dry into the screens and block the image.

So along came waterbased Hybrid ink born
out of necessity yet it has all the attributes we spoke about above with one big
game changing difference , it stays open in the screens twice as long as
standard water base ink ….Boom.

The Screen print World Spot on range of
water base hybrid currently comes in a very bright white, dense black and
probably the best silver and gold in water base I have seen in 30 years! And a
very useful watrebased Anti migration base for those troublesome polyester
blends, standard colours will follow later in the year , but you can buy a
clear Hybrid base and add your own tint at the moment should you need colours .

It’s a win all round for this new exciting
range of ink from Screen print world 

View more information on our great New Hybrid Waterbased inks 

For more information on any of our product contact us on 01562 829009 or email us at sales@screenprintworld.co.uk or via the chat option on our website.

How to place your order as an international customer.

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How to place an order as an international customer


Step 1

Place your order online as normal, when you get to the deliveries
section select ‘collection’.

Step 2

Screen Print World will
arrange shipping quote with you once order is placed.

Step 3

You can then Pay for
shipping once you have quote from us using our shipping vouchers online.


Step 4

Pay any duties and
taxes to shipping company and receive your parcel!

How to get a Quote for shipping


Step 1 

Create a wish list when ordering ? or send us what you need with your full address and email.

Step 2 

We will send you a quote back.

Step 3 

Place your order on our website. (See step 1, how to order)

All of our
international orders are shipped with the couriers DHL, If you would like more
information then please give us a call on 0044 (0) 1562 829009 or use our
Webchat or Email us at sales@screenprintworld.co.uk

Top Tips For Cleaning ink off Screens.

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Cleaning and reclaiming your screens can be a really easy process if you have the right cleaning chemical, it can make the cleaning quick easy and hassle free. Here is a list of our favourite cleaning product and some top tips from our experts

Cleaning Waterbased Ink off Screens.

Water based inks can be easily cleaned up with water.
However, water-based inks can dry into screens if they are left for long
periods of time. This can make cleaning more difficult and time consuming. This
can be resolved by using a product like Aqua Wash Eco Waterbased Ink Remover, this
solution will clean all types of waterbased inks and even works as a screen
opener while still on the press. All of Franmar products are eco and 100%
biodegradable.

Cleaning Plastisol ink off screens

The reason plastisol ink is so popular among printers is
that unlike Waterbased ink it doesn’t dry out. This makes it super easy to
clean even if the ink has been sat on a screen for a while. Remove excess ink, and spray with a good
quality ink remove like our Bean-E-Doo Eco Plastisol Ink Remover wipe with a
cleaning pad and repeat if necessary. Bean-e-doo Plastisol Ink remover Plastisol
Ink Cleaner effectively cleans screens without the odors and is drain safe. Low
VOC and 100% biodegradable, this ink remover reduces the hazards of screen
reclamation to workers and the environment.

If you have any questions please feel free to get in
touch by phone on 0044 (0)1562 829 009, Email us at
sales@screenprintworld.co.uk or contact us on our Webchat.

 

 

Why you shouldn’t delay in changing the Battery in your Automatic Press?

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keeping on top of press maintenance is a very important part of running a print shop, the last thing you need is your press failing when you are right in the middle of a 2000 garment print run. The most important part of your machine is the ‘brain’ which is powered by the battery.  This ‘brain’ holds the programme of your machine and all the records (print count etc) when that battery comes to the end of its life it can wipe all of that information. This renders  the machine useless until you get it reprogrammed and a new battery, which unfortunately comes at a large cost, compared to changing your battery when needed.


When to change your battery?

Your machines manual will have a maintenance section, which will give you the exact timeframe of when you will need to carry out important maintenance and how to do this. Your machine will also flash up with an error code, but ideally you want to get it changed on schedule as waiting for the code is risky. It could mean it is already very close to loosing power and could be to late.

What happens if the battery runs out ?

Your machine will loose it’s memory and will need reprogramming. As mentioned above, the ‘brain’ also known as the PLC, will need to be sent back to the suppliers (who are located in Poland or America depending on where your machine was manufactured) to be reprogrammed and could take up to 5 working days to be reprogrammed and sent back.

One thing to also consider is the age of your press, sometimes older presses are harder to reprogram and could require a whole new PLC, which would cost £££££ , so it’s always best to to keep a log of when your battery is changed and when it needs to be replaced next, so you don’t run into this problem.

Cost of reprogramming compared to battery cost ?

Batteries can range between £60-£100 depending on your machine, different models require different batteries. They should take a few minutes to replace.

Cost of reprogramming can vary from anywhere between £500-£1000 again depending on the machine. It can take up to 5 working days or more, meaning your machine will be out of action for a while.

How to redeem your discount code.

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Here at Screen Print World we love to keep our customers happy with monthly discount codes, I mean who doesn’t love a discount. We have created a little how to, to show you how to redeem you codes on our website.

Step 1

Firstly add the items you would like to purchase to your shopping basket, you can then proceed to the check out.


Step 2

Once you reach  the check out scroll down to the payment section, here you will find a clickable link called ‘coupon/Gift Certificate’ you will need to click this.

Step 3

Once you have clicked the above link a box will appear where you should add a valid discount code and click apply.

Once this has been accepted a box will appear underneath showing that your code has been applied to your order (this has been circled on the image below).

Why our wash booths are Great value for money…

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The Devil is in the detail….

We offer a variety of washout booths in
various sizes. These booths are an essential tool for screen cleaning and
preparation. Screen Printing Inks and emulsion can be washed from the screen,
with excess water and waste disposed through the central drain which can be
connected to a standard sink waste pipe. Each washout unit is constructed using
galvanized steel and sealed on the side and bottom to ensure no leaking is
possible

We have compiled a list of the reasons why our Washout Booths are great value for money.


Why buy Our Washout Booths?

1. They are manufactured from high
quality galvanised steel which is twice as thick as similar units, this makes
it far        more rigid and your wash booth will have a longer more productive life
in your print shop.

2. Where you are most likely to
point high pressure water, is at the back in the corners, we have bent the
steel in this       area which makes it 100% water proof, there are no silicone joints
in this area which can wear over time and begin     to leak.

3.We have a screen holder notched
into our steel base grid, which helps you to keep the screen in place while                blasting it with water – very handy.

4. The plug hole is laser cut into
the base of the unit and then the plug is attached underneath this stops the plug
hole      leaking long term, and makes it easy to clean. 

5.Very few exposed rivets, making
the inside of the booth snag free and less likely to damage your valuable
screens.

   The entrance of the booth has
been softened with bent over corners so you don’t rip any screens.

We Have Plenty of options with our Wash Out Booths…

+ Back-splash – helps keeps you and your Printshop clean

+ Backlight LED panels.

+ A comprehensive selection of sizes from 70cm table top unit to a
2.5m, or order a custom width.

+ Possible to add the trusted S-Green filter system .


If you have any questions please feel
free to get in touch by phone on 0044 (0)1562 829 009, Email or on our Webchat.

Everything You Will Need to Start Up A Print Shop

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Ready to start screen printing? It’s a big jump, but it’s worth it. To build your shop, you will need to obtain some equipment and supplies. Our team of experts put together a handy check list of everything you should know about and consider for your future shop

 

MANUAL PRESS

The screen printing market has an abundance of screen printing presses. All these presses have different features, abilities, and prices. You want to make sure you’re getting the right press for your goals and/or your customers’ needs. How do you even begin to choose?
First, you pick a trusted brand
If you’re brand new to screen printing, consider starting off with the Riley Hopkins 150 Press. The 150 is a simple, high-quality press that’ll help you master the craft. If you’re planning on establishing your screen printing business, consider the Riley Hopkins 250 Press or our M&R Kruzer press.

 

 

A WAY TO CURE INK YOUR INK

You will need equipment to cure or flash the ink. A heat gun or heat press can work, but it’s very difficult to maintain consistent heat across the whole print.
The best option for curing ink is to use a flash dryer or tunnel dryer.  A flash dryer provides even, consistent heat across the whole print. The most popular flash dryer new printers grab is the Afford-A-Flash. If your looking at a tunnel dryer, Then the BBC little buddy is a great option used by many printshops across the world.

EXPOSURE UNIT

The exposure unit is a  very important piece of the screen room.This what you’ll need to expose your screens.  The quality of the exposure unit matters. Some may start out with a bulb, while others get the Small UV Exposure Unit. If you’re able to chip in a bit more money. You can sometimes find great second hand units on our used section.

If investing in an exposure unit is not doable for you right now, some businesses offer a screen exposing service, We recommend Squeegee & Ink who will create your screens for you for.

 

SPACE FOR CLEANING SCREENS

To rinse out freshly exposed screens or reclaim old screens, you’re going to need a space to accomplish those tasks. The Dip Tank is the most practical way to manage your screen reclaiming, along with a dip tank which can streamline your cleaning process. If you are limited on space, We recommend a table top washout booth. You’ll also need a jet wash to efficiently remove emulsion and other build up.

 

PRINTING POSITIVES

To get your image onto a screen, you’re going to need a film printer. Many types of film output printers exist, but chat to us if you’re unsure about which ones may be suitable. The most common is an inkjet printer. Inkjet film has one side that’s coated, and one side that isn’t coated. The coating is important because it holds onto the ink from the printer. The coating on inkjet film also helps maintain the density and shape of the image.
Asking a local print shop to print film positives for you is definitely an option if you do not have the funds for a film printer. Ask around to see if shops would provide that service and how much it would cost.

SOFTWARE

You will need a few programs to create the art and print it off properly. For creating art, screen printing experts suggest to use Adobe® Illustrator or Photoshop.
For printing films, you’ll need software such as AccuRIP which is the most common, versatile program. If you print a lot of spot colors, you could look into Separation Studio

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SCREENS

You’ll need a good supply of screens.

Here’s a generic summary of the uses for basic mesh sizes:

  • 43T/110 — great for polyester inks, white on
    black prints, block text, white base, and large spot color designs
  • 62T/156 — the jack-of-all-trades for
    screens, many jobs can be done with this mesh count
  • 90T/230 — great for high detail and finer
    lines
  • 120T/305 — CMYK,

INK

The two most common screen printing inks are plastisol and water-based. Plastisol inks are a great way to start screen printing because they are easy to print, do not dry in the screen, cure painlessly, and are vibrant and opaque. Water-based inks are good if you’d like a softer feel however they do have a tendency to dry in the screen so you do have to work quick and clean up straight after a print job. They are great eco friendly option and do not require chemicals to clean.

MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES

Along with all your equipment, You’ll need lots of other printing consumable such as cleaning solutions, tapes, squeegees, emulsion coaters, spatulas ETC. Check out our Screen Print Essentials checklist for a full list of consumables that you’ll most likely need when starting up.

PACKAGES

Feeling a bit overwhelmed with all of the above? Fear not. We have selected Start Up Packages packages that will contain everything you need to get started. These packages are suited for various budgets and requirements and offer you everything you’ll need to hit the ground running and be productive prom the outset. No need to pick and choose, just select which package would be right for you and your business. Check out the Starter Packages we offer here.

That’s everything you need to get started! If you have any
questions, please contact us. We’re here to help. You can call us at 01562 829
009 or email at nick@screenprintworld.co.uk

 

 

 

Why use Tekmar TB-10, Water Based Pallet Adhesive.

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What is TB-10?

The Tekmar TB-10 is a bulk pallet adhesive. It is a
non-aerosol water based adhesive, that dries almost instantly, has excellent
flash resistance and holds its tack longer than virtually all other adhesives.
It is applied via an affordable range of pneumatically driven spray systems
that virtually eliminate over-spray, and also eliminates having to dispose of
any aerosol cans.

When used, Tekmar TB-10 water based adhesive and the Applicator Systems are the perfect environmental solution, guaranteed to save
££’s over aerosols and other semi automatic systems.

Now for the math test!

Is the swap to TB-10 cost effective for you?

1. Number of cans used per year multiplied by the price per
can, equals total adhesive cost.

______________ x _____________ = _______________ (Number of
Cans) (Price per Can) (Total Spray Cost)

2. Number of cans used per year divided by 72 equals the
gallons of TB-10 needed.

______________ ¸ _____________ = _______________ (Number of
Cans) ( 72 ) (Total Gal. TB-10)

3. Total of gallons of TB-10 multiplied by Gal. cost equals
cost of TB-10.

______________ x _____________ = _______________ (Total Gal
TB-10) (Price per gal) (Total TB-10 cost)

4. Total TB-10 cost added to cost of dispensing system
equals first year cost.

_______________ + _____________ = _______________ (Total
TB-10 cost) (Cost of System) (First Year Cost)

5. Total Spray Cost minus First Year Cost equals total first
year savings £

______________ – _____________ = _______________ (Total
Spray Cost) (First Year Cost) (First Year Savings)

6. Total Spray Cost minus the Total TB-10 Cost equals the
2nd year Saving £

______________ – ________________= __________________ (Total
Spray Cost) (Total TB-10 Cost) (Second Year saving)

If you would like more information then please give us a
call on 0044 (0) 1562 829009 or use our Webchat or Email

4 Easy steps For Coating Screens

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Step 1

The first step in the screen coating process is to mix the Emulsion. Top tip ,always pre mix your emulsion preferably the night before as this gives air bubbles a chance to settle and preventing pin holes in your coated screen.

Why use a Scoop coaters?

A scoop coater, there are two sides to a scoop coater a thin side and a slightly thicker side. The thin side is used for fine screen mesh and the thicker side is for courser mesh as it puts down more emulsion.

 

Step 2

 

Take your pre mixed emulsion an pour it in to your scoop coater, not too much, just enough to coat 2 or 3 screens, if you over fil the coater this tends to spill.

 

 

Step 3

 

Coat the inside of the screen first, start 5cm up the inside of the screen. Tilt your coater and place a gentle even pressure all the way up your screen.

 

Flip your screen and repeat this process, this is called a wet coat.

 

 

Step 4

 

Next is your final coat, this time don’t tilt your coater the aim with this coat is to push all the emulsion through the screen, so the emulsion gathers on the back.

Leave your screen to dry in a drying cabinet for 20 minutes.

 

 

 

You can also watch a video of Dave Roper Screen Print World CEO Showing you how its done

WATCH HERE


For more information on screen printing please do not hesitate in contacting us on 01562 829009 or email one of our experts at nick@screenprintworld.co.uk

 

 

 

The Rename

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Effective from November 1, Dave Roper Ltd will be known as Screen Print World going forward.

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