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Two Ways To Apply Capillary Film for Screen Printing

February 13, 2024

Capillary film revolutionizes the screen printing process by offering a coating method for creating consistent, high-quality stencils for screen printing. Traditionally capillary film is used in the electronics and graphic industries because of the high detail and consistent results that can be achieved, however it can benefit the textile industry as well. In this post […]

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Understanding Squeegee Durometer for Screen Printing

November 21, 2023

If you’re in the textile industry or just looking to master the art of screen printing, understanding squeegee durometer will help you make informed decisions when it comes to selecting the right squeegee for your textile printing projects. Durometer refers to the hardness of the squeegee blade. Measured on a scale from 0 to 100, […]

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Tips For Coating Screens with MagiCote Scoop Coaters

November 2, 2023

Screen printing is an art form that demands precision, control, and high-quality tools. When it comes to applying direct emulsion coatings, having the right scoop coater can make all the difference in the world. Chromaline understands the needs of screen printers, which is why we offer the MagiCote Scoop Coaters to help elevate your screen […]

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6 Benefits of Traditional Screen Printing Over DTG Digital Printing

September 19, 2023

Photo Credit: The photo shown above is by Shout Out Loud Prints. The shirt on the left shows DTG Printing, the shirt on the right shows screen printing.  In the fast-paced world of modern printing techniques, two methods stand out: traditional screen printing and Direct-to-Garment (DTG) digital printing. While DTG printing has gained popularity due […]

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10 Benefits of Capillary Film for Screen Printing

August 15, 2023

Screen printing is an art form that requires precision and consistency. One crucial aspect of achieving impeccable results is the proper coating of screens. Traditionally, screen printers have relied on emulsion for this purpose. However, the industry has witnessed a transformation with the introduction of capillary films, offering a range of benefits that have taken […]

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All About Emulsion with Squeegee & Ink

July 19, 2023

Kevin Kauth, Chromaline’s Technical Sales Representative for the Midwest/Western states region, was recently a guest on the Squeegee & Ink Podcast. Squeegee & Ink is a screen printing studio based in the UK ran by Chassie and Emily that provides templates and learning resources for other screen printing studios and new screen printers. They also […]

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Automate Your Screen Making Process With Laser-To-Screen

June 19, 2023

The best screen prints start way before you get on press. A quality screen makes all the difference in how your final print will look. If you are ready to screen print the highest resolution images possible, you need to consider a laser-to-screen (LTS) auto screen making machine. WATCH VIDEO: Laser-To-Screen LTS 8012 Overview WATCH […]

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Hydro-X: Premium Water-Resistant Emulsion

May 15, 2023

Hydro-X is Chromaline’s latest water-resistant pure photopolymer emulsion. It features dual cure technology built into a ready-to-use formula, which can be used with both plastisol AND water-based inks. Hydro-X is an upgraded formula to our previous ChromaTech WR with boosted performance for LED exposure systems but now comes in blue and red versions. WATCH VIDEO: Best […]

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LED Exposure as seen by Larry Tywater

May 12, 2021

As a Technical Sales Representative for Chromaline, an emulsion manufacturer in the screen print industry, I get a lot of questions about newer LED exposure units. LED units are becoming the latest and greatest technology in screen exposure and there are several companies that are manufacturing them versus the traditional metal halide units. Multiple benefits […]

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Water-Resistant Emulsions for Screen Printing

July 17, 2019

When screen printing with water-based inks, you may notice that your stencil starts to break down over time. The high water content in your water-based ink can cause your stencil to become less crisp over a long run. It is important to use a water-resistant emulsion when coating your screen. Water-Resistant Emulsions for Screen Printing […]