(PRE-PRESS)

"SET UP AND WALK THRU OF

 YOUR DECORATED APPAREL BUSINESS"

Before our training begins... we start by evaluating your space and setting up your shop layout, once this step is completed we move to equipment setup.

• Shop layout, equipment setup & production flow
• Terms of the industry
• Art preparation & Film positive output
• Darkroom setup and Coating
• Exposure and developing
• Color Separation in Adobe Photoshop
• Choosing the right film & printer output
• Printing positives & overview
• 4-Color Process, Dots, Lines & "Halftones"
• Matching art to mesh count and application

(On-Press)

"Printing Techniques & achieving a quality product"

In this section we will cover the techniques and processes to make your shop a well-oiled production machine. 

​Tips to ensure superior quality control so work that goes out....doesn't come back.

• Production techniques and flow 
• Quality control procedures
• Multi color Micro-registration
• Business growth strategies
• The effects of garment color & fabrics.
• Under-base and working White ink
• Overview of 4 Color process vs. Simulated Process
• Working with Specialty Inks

(Post-Production) -

"Shop tips for maximum Profitability and Quality"

In this section of the class we will cover the post-production aspects of the shop, such as Clean up, Screen reclaiming and waste disposal. Here is a summary of what will be covered:



• Quality assurance procedures
• Pricing structure and costs
• Ink & Emulsion removal, De-hazing & Degreasing
• Documentation and staying compliant
• Spot Cleaning garments
• Film & Screen Storage
• City & County waste disposal & compliance
• Darkroom lighting & Washout section layout