COLOR CARDS FOR VINYL, FOILS and HTV – PRODUCED WITH COST EFFECTIVE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION

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Did you know NEPATA also produces color card samples for vinyl, foils and HTV in addition to building converting equipment?

Color sample cards for foils, vinyl and HTV are extremely important for sales in the advertising technology industry. And yet they are gradually disappearing because film manufacturers find production too complex. This is where NEPATA can step in: with a unique production process to produce color strips at low unit costs. And with an all-round carefree service right through to the finished sample card.

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Streamlining Your Large Format Printing Operation with KalaXY Automatic XY Cutters / Trimmers

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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 »

CUT-OFF SERIES: #3 – HOW TO AVOID FRAYING, CRUSHING, DUST OR GLUE RESIDUE?

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A clean cut edge is the be-all and end-all when cutting off foils on a roll. But how do you achieve that? Here are some recommendations for daily practice. Cut like a pro – it’s not that difficult. Once you have understood a few basic connections. In this episode of our parting series, we take a closer look at […] Read more »

Shortage of skilled workers makes automation necessary!

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In many western industrialized nations, there is a shortage of skilled workers everywhere. Also, in film logistics. What to do? Automate … SUMMARY Many companies already have a shortage of skilled workers – and the trend is likely to continue. Film dealers are also having a hard time finding staff. After all, the work in […] Read more »

Caring for Garments with Heat Transfer Vinyl

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I am frequently asked how many times you can wash a garment with a heat transfer vinyl applique before it deteriorates. Durability of this material all depends on the specific type of heat transfer vinyl that you are using and garment care. If you are washing and drying the garment properly, a high quality heat transfer vinyl […] Read more »

Where Social Media Fits in Your Marketing Plan

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Selling was so much easier when I first hit the streets nearly forty-five years ago. At my first sales job, I didn’t even need to do any prospecting. Telemarketers unearthed all of the leads. In most cases, they even made the appointment for me. My task was to make the presentation and close the sale. Read more »

Optimal Application Temperature for Vinyl Graphics

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To avoid problems with vinyl or any other pressure-sensitive material, carefully read the vinyl manufacturer’s technical data sheet. Product bulletins will usually contain all of the information you need, including application temperature range. The application temperature range for most vinyl films is usually between 50⁰ and 90⁰F (10⁰ to 32⁰ C). For some films, the minimum application temperature […] Read more »

How to Make Vinyl Film Removals Easier and Faster

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The process of removing vinyl films generally requires the use of  both heat and chemicals. Some removers contain hazardous chemicals, such as toluene, that can cause health problems. Before using any chemical remover, read the manufacturer’s MSDS sheet and instruction bulletin. Always wear the recommended safety equipment. Read more »

The Benefits of UV Curable Inkjet Inks

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Compared to solvent and ecosolvent inks, UV curable inks have several advantages. No VOCs to pollute the air; the inks dry fast but don’t clog in the print head; and good adhesion to a wide range of substrates, including styrene, expanded PVC, polycarbonate, acrylic, gatorboard and corrugated polypropylene. Read more »