Screen Printing

The Process

 Screen printing is a multi stage Process:-

  • 1. Process your Artwork, Logos and Designs (Separation Studio)

  • 2. Prepare the Films

  • 3. Create the Mesh Screens (prepare, wash de-grease etc)

  • 4. Mix the Inks to required Colours or Pantones

  • 5. Setup the Screens to the Machines

  • 6. Application process to apply Inks onto the Garments

  • 7. Drying process for Durability of Print

Garment Screenprint is a process of using a mesh based stencil to apply ink onto fabric.eg t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, polos, cotton bags, aprons etc. 
Several different colour screens are connected onto the automatic machine to produce the multi-coloured image or design. 
Ink is forced through the mesh openings by the squeegee and onto the garment during the squeegee stroke.
As the squeegee rebounds away from the fabric the ink image remains on the garment. 
The ink is then dried by passing the garments through a specialist drying machine.

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QUALITY/FINISH

We can use Screenprinting when printing onto light and dark coloured fabrics. When printing onto dark we always use an extra white layer. We make an extra screen to enhance the quality of the finished print.

Standard prints are upto 35cm x 40 cm (slightly bigger than A3) however we can print as large as A2.

BENEFITS OF SCREENPRINTING

 

1. Highly Durable

2. Great Economy of Scale, the More you print the Cheaper the Price

3. Pantone Matching

4. Perfect for large quantity T-shirt runs, Workwear, Promotional Clothing, Events, Festivals, Freebies, Fashion etc

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Background:

 

Screen Printing - also called Silk Screen Printing or Serigraphy was first invented by the Chinese over 1000 years ago and with modern updates, remains one of the most versatile methods of printing.

It is by far the most durable method of printing onto cotton and many other substrates. In a liquid state, we force the ink deep into the fabric fibers, then we heat the ink fusing it to the fabric, forming a strong flexible bond.

Although there have been many new digital developments, in most cases Screen Printing still outdoes them in quality, cost & durability. This is why 99% of cotton t-shirts worldwide are still Screen Printed rather than printed digitally.

 Method:

 

The method of screen printing is essentially the same as you may have done in art class at school but on a commercial scale using the best quality state of the art products & machinery. If you order is under 100 items, your job will be printed manually, with a person pushing the ink through the screen. If your order is over 100 items, it will likely be printed by one of our large automatic screen printing machines, where the ink is pushed through the screen by the machine.

 

PERKS OF SCREEN PRINTING: 

We offer Live Screen Printing at your events. Let us set up and print Tote Bags and T-Shirts of your designs, Fashion Launch etc…

Bulk Orders

 

Screen printing is more cost-efficient compared to digital printing since it can create large quantities of the design that you want at a faster turnaround. Higher volumes of identical graphics can also be mass produced using the screen printing process, making this the best printing option to use for larger orders.

Provides Long-lasting, High Quality Results

 

The ability of the screen printing ink, like water based inks, to bond over the material of the garment results in a more durable and clearer image compared to digital printing. Heat-dried screen printing inks are also durable enough to handle repeat washing without cracking or fading. Also, additives and coatings can be added to the ink to make it resistant to UV rays, scratches, chemicals and moisture, allowing the products to last for many years.

Bottom Line

 

Versatile, durable, cost-efficient and high quality—these are just some of the many reasons why screen printing continues to be the most popular method of printing in a variety of commercial and retail applications.

For top quality screen printing inks and eco friendly inks, contact us. We deliver a wide range of Permaset premium quality screen printing inks to ensure that you get the best printing outputs.

Very Versatile

 

Screen printing accommodates a wide range of materials, including vinyl, fabric, rigid plastic, foam board, metal, glass and many others. The printer can produce different products, such as banners, t-shirts, hats, posters and wallpapers using the same screens. It is also not limited by size or shape, so distinctive shapes like those of mugs and bottles can be designed using this printing method.