SCREEN PRINTING

SCREEN PRINTING 

Screen printing is arguably the most versatile and dominant technique of all printing processes. It is without a doubt one of the oldest techniques in existence; the most used as well. This is a proven, high-volume printing, most durable and cost-effective imprint technique for garments. It gives the ability to map and reproduce Pantone colours or full colour prints. Full colour, multicolour printing is done in CMYK technology or spot separation. Technique does not permit personalization of items, the design has to remain the same throughout the entire run. Large print runs of all sorts of cotton and polyester fabrics can be printed using this technique. However, it is not possible to print on fleeces. The preparation process is done within 2 hours from receiving production files (vector graphics formats .pdf, .ai, .cdr). Our new screen printing machines give us a capacity of 10,000 pcs per day. Print, fold and pack shirts is done automatically. Screen printing is done with plastisol ink as standard, and on request also with water paints and discharge ink. We use it to print on a wide variety of substrates, including cotton, nylon, polyester or variations. Our most common use for screen printing is on T-shirts.

We have the knowledge and expertise to create the best in screen printed clothing. From promotional items to your very own personalised T-shirts, let us at Corporate Image help push your business and style with the best in branded garments.

Cost effective printing method

At Corporate Image we individualize each quote in order to give you the best price possible at any given time. Especially with the vast selection of ready made, great brands garments, available immediately from our own warehouse. It cuts product, transportation costs and is time effective. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a complex design or something simple; we have the knowledge, the tools and the skills to create the print you want. Screen printing allows us to match the colours of your logo or design as closely as possible too. Price for screen printing is dependent on a few key factors:

• Quantity of items.
• Number of colours in the design.
• Type and colour of substrate.

Why choose Screen Printing? Is screen printing right for your order?

This technique is one of the most flexible methods of textile personalisation, being used in a wide range of materials, fabrics and products. Screen printing has such a good reputation because it is a technique of high durability with which you can achieve the colours Pantone and when making large quantities, the cost is very low, that is why it is recommended to order a minimum of 50 units. Among other points in favour of screen printing is the wide variety of different inks as well as the existence of 'jumbo' screens to print on much larger garments.

• Inks with an ecological water base
• Plastisol inks
• Fluorescent inks
• Discharge inks
• Puff inks
• Photo luminescent inks

Screen printing is used on different products within the textile, stationery and promotional materials thanks to its wide versatility and optimal results. It is easy to find merchandising for events, sports activities or other purposes with the prints made with this technique especially one needs to personalise large quantities.

Recommended uses of screen printing

• Custom T-shirts
• Sweatshirts
• Work wear
• Bags 

PROs:

• You can use any type of fabric or garment
• Can be adapted to use Pantone colours
• First technique of producing large quantities
• High durability
• Professional finish
• Easy to wash and care for
• The more units, the more economical

CONs:

• Initial production costs
• Minimum recommended quantity of 50 units

ARTWORK GUIDELINES

Artwork needed as vectored files .ai, .eps, or preferably .pdf’s.

All paths and fonts must be saved to outlines or a small charge may apply.

Please advise your Pantone Colour reference for Screen Printing. If you do not supply this we will print as a best match and not be responsible for variances in this colour.

ONE PRINT SIZE ONLY

Max print size – 60x80 cm

Minimal order – 50 pcs

There may be a small charge added after payment if we need to edit your artwork. We offer a Graphic Design Services at extra charge.