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In modern design and manufacturing, precision is critical. Whether it is creating and producing custom labels or packaging, the demand for precision in cutting and shaping materials has never been higher. This demand has led to the rise of digital die cutting, a technology that has transformed the landscape of design and production.
Ann Arbor, Michigan, October 2, 2023 – ExpressCutPRO is leading the way in digital die cutting technology, designed to streamline operations, boost profits, and enhance efficiency. This cutting-edge machine automates the precision cutting of fully printed rolls of DTF (direct to film) transfers, sublimation transfers, pressure-sensitive vinyl, reflective vinyl, window film, sandblast masking, HTV (heat […] Read more »
One of the most valuable things in a print shop or sign operation is time, and if you’re in the wide format printing business, you know that time is money. The more efficiently your shop can produce high-quality prints, whether wallpaper, banners, or posters, the more profitable your business will be. That’s where a KalaXY […] Read more »
Ann Arbor, Michigan, May 12, 2022 – LOADMAT ground protection mats protect industrial, commercial, and residential lawns, golf courses, mud areas, roads, and driveways by spreading the heavy weight of cranes, bucket trucks, excavators, and other heavy equipment eliminating rutting and surface damage. Manufactured from High-Density Polyethylene (HPDE) LOADMAT is the perfect solution for temporary […] Read more »
In the sign industry one of the most widely used epoxy resins is the West System Epoxy. Because of its versatility and durability, old school sign makers frequently select this product for projects. The West System is comprised of three components: the 105 epoxy resin, a hardener and a filler. Depending on which hardener and […] Read more »
For interior applications, a FR grade of banner substrate is often required to comply with state and local fire codes. I was taught that FR is an Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) classification, which stands for flame retardant. However, I have heard many people say that the FR is an acronym for “Fire Resistant” and “Flame Resistant”. Read more »
Whether you buy a $29 bargain brand or a heavy-duty unit which costs significantly more, most angle grinders operate between 9,000 rpm and 11,000 rpm. That type of power is impressive. It can rip through wood and slice steel. However, if the cutting disc catches on something and kicks back on you, it can also […] Read more »
Jim Hingst explains how extreme heat can cause the PVC resin of a vinyl film to break down. Read more »
Artists and sign makers have used Damar Varnish for various applications, including encaustic wax painting, varnishing oil paintings and glass gilding. In this story, Jim Hingst provides a Damar Varnish recipe and explains how to use it. Read more »
Dating back to the days of the pharaohs, 5000 years ago, men have hammered strips of gold into thin sheets of gold leaf in a manufacturing process known as gold beating. While the tools have changed through the centuries, the basic process remains the same. In the days of the ancient Egyptians, gold beaters used stones. […] Read more »
