Just a short look at a test print using white polyester plastisol ink. Sometimes we need to use a “poly” ink when we screenprint garments with any dark colored polyester fabrics. A problem called dye migration can occur up to 72 hours after printing poly textiles. Want to learn more? Watch this detailed video: Screen printing equipment: CatspitScreenPrintSupply.com 480-899-9089 #screenprinting #screenprinter #screenprinted #screenprint #silkscreening #silkscreenprinting #beltdryer #infrereddryer #washoutbooth #pressurewasher #autoflash #flashcure #forcedair #printlife #printingpress #machine ..read more

Just a quicky tutorial video showing the screen set up for a simple 1 color screen print. I use a rear clamp press and discuss the biggest advantage it has. The press featured in this demonstration is the Hix Premier bench top version. You can see the complete video here: Screen printing equipment: CatspitScreenPrintSupply.com 480-899-9089 #screenprinting #screenprinter #screenprinted #screenprint #silkscreening #silkscreenprinting #beltdryer #infrereddryer #washoutbooth #pressurewasher #autoflash #flashcure #forcedair #printlife #printingpress #machine #equipment #UV #LED #exposureunit #prin ..read more

Here is an abridged version of my video about how to back flood when screen printing water-based inks. This is a simple method of keeping the air-drying ink from clogging the screen. Even still, it is a fundamental skill to learn. If you like thorough explanations, watch the entire tutorial here: Screen printing equipment: CatspitScreenPrintSupply.com 480-899-9089 #screenprinting #screenprinter #screenprinted #screenprint #silkscreening #silkscreenprinting #beltdryer #infrereddryer #washoutbooth #pressurewasher #autoflash #flashcure #forcedair #printlife #printingpress #machine #equipment #UV ..read more

Check out this fun short about the fundamental characteristics of photo emulsion. In this video clip you can see a transparent yellow film positive create a working screen. If you want all the nerdy details, watch the complete educational video here: Screen printing equipment: CatspitScreenPrintSupply.com 480-899-9089 #screenprinting #screenprinter #screenprinted #screenprint #silkscreening #silkscreenprinting #beltdryer #infrereddryer #washoutbooth #pressurewasher #autoflash #flashcure #forcedair #printlife #printingpress #machine #equipment #UV #LED #exposureunit #printing #textile #filmpos ..read more

A short remix featuring infrared panel flash cure units with and without forced air. It is like a quick guide for the difference between the machines. This comes from the video that listed items you need to screen print. You can see the original video here: Screen printing equipment: CatspitScreenPrintSupply.com 480-899-9089 #screenprinting #screenprinter #screenprinted #screenprint #silkscreening #silkscreenprinting #beltdryer #infrereddryer #washoutbooth #pressurewasher #autoflash #flashcure #forcedair #printlife #printingpress #machine #equipment #UV #LED #exposureunit #printing #textile ..read more

Basically, if you can get it on a pallet, you can print it. Of course you need the correct ink. Check out this short remix about screenprinting sweat pants or denim jeans. You can watch the full video here: Screen printing equipment: CatspitScreenPrintSupply.com 480-899-9089 #screenprinting #screenprinter #screenprinted #screenprint #silkscreening #silkscreenprinting #beltdryer #infrereddryer #washoutbooth #pressurewasher #autoflash #flashcure #printlife #printingpress #machine #equipment #UV #LED #exposureunit #printing #textile #sweatpants #denim #garmentprinting #catspit #phoenix #arizona ..read more

Can you use a bug light as a safe light for your screen printing dark room? This reel comes from an older video on YouTube. You can watch the full video there. CatspitScreenPrintSupply.com 480-899-9089 #screenprinting #screenprinter #screenprinted #screenprint #silkscreening #silkscreenprinting #beltdryer #infrereddryer #autoflash #flashcure #printlife #printingpress #machine #equipment #UV #LED #exposureunit #darkroom #safelight #printing #textile #teeshirts #garmentprinting #catspit #phoenix #arizona ..read more

There are some changes happening with Catspit Productions. I am focusing on equipment sales and I am no longer selling supplies. This decision was mostly made due to my health. The screen-printing business is changing as well. The Phoenix storefront is closed. Please understand that I am still here. I sell equipment. I can help you with most any equipment you may need. I will continue selling and servicing all my customers past, present, and future. I offer the complete line of products from AWT, HIX, Ranar, RhinoTech, ImageTech, Tekmar, and more. Please contact me for your next equipment purc ..read more

Check out this detailed look at the Hix Premier screenprinting press. This is a benchtop machine. It is also convertible. Ultimately, it can become a 6 color 6 station floor press. In this quick video we look at some of the cool features of this printing press. This piece of equipment has heavily cast aluminum parts and thick steel screen clamps. Follow along as I show you around this professional screenprinting press. You might hear some crickets from the shop and notice a little dust on the press. It has been above 110 degrees F here for a long time. While I brought you some details of the H ..read more

Here is a basic educational screen-printing video featuring the HIX Premier 4 color 2 station tabletop rotary press. I created a couple of simple 1 color screen print designs for black and white ink. This video is about the artwork I made for white plastisol ink. Of course, you could use water-based ink as well. Either way sometimes the design makes the print. Follow along as I make the screen, set up on press, and print a couple of tee shirts. Do you have a lot of humidity in your screenprinting shop? Does your film stick to the emulsion? See how I take the film off the screen in that case. P ..read more