When screen makers troubleshoot exposure problems, they often start with the emulsion, exposure time, or washout process. Those are all important. But one of the most overlooked parts of the process happens even earlier: the quality of the printed positive. If your positive is not dark enough, it cannot block UV light effectively during exposure. […]

Your darkroom is where print quality starts. If screens are drying inconsistently, film positives are shifting, or exposures feel like a guessing game, it is usually not bad luck. It is small variables stacking up. The good news is you do not need a massive rebuild to get predictable results. Start by controlling the room, […]

Screen Making Terms and Acronyms Cheat Sheet A plain-English glossary for faster setups, fewer mistakes, and better screens. If you have ever read a tech sheet, watched a YouTube tutorial, or talked with a supplier and thought, “Wait… what does that mean?”, this post is for you. Screen making comes with its own language. Some […]

Screen making is full of small moments that feel like big wins. The kind of wins that tell you the process is dialed, the chemistry is behaving, and the screen room is about to make the print floor look like heroes. It’s not always the flashy stuff, either. Most of the real satisfaction comes from […]

If you are planning a big leap in your screen room, year-end can be the smartest time to move. With Section 179, qualifying equipment that is placed in service by December 31 may be expensed in the current tax year. This can lower taxable income and improve cash flow. Pair that deduction with Chromaline financing […]

When it comes to emulsion, there isn’t necessarily a single “best” option for everyone. What matters is finding the right emulsion for your job, your equipment, and your shop conditions. The sweet spot depends on what you print, the exposure system you use, and the environment you work in. In this video, Chromaline’s Kevin Kauth, […]

Chromaline is introducing the next evolution of Laser-To-Screen imaging this October at PRINTING United in Orlando. Meet the LTS E70B and get ready to open the door to a new era. The LTS E70B is a compact, economical laser-to-screen auto exposure unit built for small to medium shops that want consistent, high-quality results. The E70B […]

When it comes to screen printing, there are several ways to expose your screens. Ideally, you’ll use an LED exposure unit like the Quick Image or an automated laser system such as the LTS 8012 (Laser-To-Screen) for precision, speed, and consistency. But what happens if your equipment malfunctions or you’re just starting out and don’t […]

Screen printing has long been a cornerstone of the textile industry, and it continues to thrive in garment decoration across the globe. But textiles are just one part the larger screen printing industry. From industrial applications to electronics, glass, and packaging, screen printing plays a critical role in countless markets where precision, durability, and versatility […]

In the fast-paced world of screen printing, consistency and efficiency are everything. Manually coating screens can be one of the most physically demanding—and inconsistent—steps in your workflow. When you’re ready to start automating your screen making process, an auto coater is a great place to start. It’s a foundational upgrade that instantly improves control, repeatability, […]