Ready to elevate your screen cleaning game? This guide is your secret weapon to becoming a screen-reclaiming champion. We'll show you how to streamline your process, save some money, and achieve sparkling clean screens — every single time.
By the end of this blog, you'll have the skills to impress even the most experienced printers in town. So let's get started!
THE KEY STEPS FOR RECLAIMING SCREENS
Before jumping into the details, let's set you up for reclaiming success! This quick checklist will keep you on the right track:
- Start clean: A dirty press means transferring gunk back onto your fresh screens. Nobody wants that! Give your screen a quick scrub before diving in.
- Scrape it all off: Dried ink bits are the enemy of efficient cleaning. Grab a card and remove every last trace before reaching for the chemicals. Leftover ink just eats up your cleaning power.
- Scrub happy: The more effort you put into scrubbing upfront, the less your cleaning chemicals have to work later. Think of it as extending the life of your products!
- Reclaim ASAP: Letting ink dry completely is a one-way ticket to a major cleaning headache. The faster you reclaim, the easier it will be.
Mastering these easy steps will have you printing circles around those inefficient shops in no time.
RECLAIMING MISTAKES YOU NEED TO DITCH
Even screen printing veterans can fall into habits that slow them down. Let's identify some common culprits so you can avoid them altogether!
MISTAKE #1: USING HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS
We've all seen that mysterious "screen opener" spray some folks use. News flash: those harsh chemicals are hazardous to your health! Ditch them and opt for safe, effective cleaners that won't put your team at risk. Safety first, always!
MISTAKE #2: STUBBORNLY STICKING TO OUTDATED METHODS
We understand tradition — but clinging to outdated methods can hold you back. New and improved tools and techniques are constantly emerging! Be open to revamping your reclaiming process for better efficiency and cleaner screens.
MISTAKE #3: NOT TRACKING YOUR PROCESSES
Believe it or not, some shops have no idea what reclaiming methods their team actually uses. That's a recipe for wasted resources and frustration! Get involved, track your processes, and optimize every step for maximum efficiency.
TECH THAT'S CHANGING THE RECLAIMING GAME
Let's talk tech! The world of reclaiming is getting a serious upgrade, and we're here to show you how to jump on board. Systems like Bluewater are automating huge parts of the process, saving mid-sized shops a ton of labor (think more money in your pocket!). And the future looks even brighter — new reclaiming innovations are constantly popping up.
Looking for a future-proof investment for your small shop? The trusty dip tank setup is a game-changer. Ditch the manual scrubbing (and wasted cash on labor and chemicals) and embrace automated cleaning power. Dip tanks are an absolute must-have for efficient, modern reclaiming.
RECLAIMING SCREENS MADE EASI WITH EASIWAY
Stop wasting cash on endless scrubbing and outdated methods and master the screen reclaiming process. Easiway's systems and products help you reclaim smarter, save money, and extend screen life.
The secret weapon? EasiStrip™ Supra Ink Cleaner and Emulsion Remover. This game-changer tackles both ink and emulsion in one powerful dip tank step.
Supra is a concentrated formula, easy to mix, and eco-friendly — zero VOC, low odor, non-flammable, and budget-friendly. It lets you clean screens for pennies by combining multiple steps into one.
Investing in Supra for your dip tank setup is a no-brainer. It means less scrubbing, lower chemical costs, and a smoother reclaiming process. Don't just take our word for it — see the one-step ink and emulsion removal magic of EasiStrip Supra for yourself!