Pad printing pad problems and solutions
Every manufacturing process, including pad printing, has problems and challenges. While pad printing has been around for a while, both experienced and newcomers encounter printing problems from time to time. It is not uncommon to encounter various pad printing ink-related problems that will affect the quality of the prints. In this article, we will review common pad printing problems. Additionally, we will provide solutions.
Printing ink pot life vs. shelf life vs. working life
Whenever you are using a two-part or single-part printing ink or adhesion promoter, there is a need to fully understand the product and the terminology when using the products. In this article we focus on three commonly misused terms; pot life, shelf life, and working life. Read more…
Pad printing pad FAQs
Pad printing pad FAQs Lets review Pad printing pad FAQs. What is a pad printing pad? A pad printing pad, also known as a “pad” or “silicone pad printing pad,” is a critical pad printing supply made with silicone rubber material. Pads are used for transferring images from a printing plate (cliché) onto a non-flat […]
Printing on silicone swimming caps
Find out the type of ink used for Printing on silicone swimming caps. Learn how to figure out if a swim cap is made of silicone or not.
How to Mix Ink
If you want to achieve a quality print, you must mix your inks correctly. To avoid adhesion, viscosity, screen stability, ink pad pickup, problems, you have to mix the inks well. All these issues lead to lost production. Mix your ink correctly and you’ll increase your production.
FAQ’s – silicone printing and silicone inks
These are frequently asked questions about printing on silicone products and silicone ink in general. If you a question that you may have is not listed, please comment and we’ll be glad to get back to you.
