Articles
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Understanding One of Your Most Important Tools: The Squeegee
By John MaGee
Master screen printing with the right squeegee. Learn durometer vs. Shore, blade types, maintenance tips, and specialty tools for consistent high-quality prints. -
Cleaning Water-Based Ink From Screens
By John MaGee
Streamline water-based screen printing cleanup with Dawn solution, polyester rags, and smart hacks—protect screens, save time, and avoid harmful tools. -
Stopping to clean lint from your screens sucks
By John MaGee
Create a DIY lint and smash screen to fight lint buildup and smooth fibers in screen printing. Boost efficiency, cut downtime, and improve print quality. -
Be Polite, Be Professional, Be Likable.
By John MaGee
A behind-the-scenes look at the screen printing industry, exploring how customer likability impacts support, service, and long-term business success. -
Managing Pallet Temperature and Avoiding Over-Flashing
By John MaGee
Flash control and pallet temperature are often overlooked in screen printing. Learn how to manage both for better adhesion, consistent quality, and fewer print defects. -
Why “Pre-Shearing” Your Plastisol Ink is Essential for Better Prints
By John MaGee
Learn why pre-shearing Plastisol ink is essential for screen printing. Improve flow, consistency, and print quality while avoiding common cold-weather issues.