May 19, 2017

Printing for Team and Spiritwear is on!

SUMMER SPORTS PRINTING

Screen and digital printing businesses are getting their worlds rocked. Team and Spiritwear for league play is on; consequently, youth sports is at the forefront. Soccer, baseball, rugby, football, softball, cheer and spirit teams. In addition, adult leagues are in the mix. As a result, big time screen and digital printing opportunities are upon us.

PRINTING with LASER AND INKJET PRINTERS

Increase creativity with noteworthy heat transfer papers. Create custom Spirit and Team designs for light and dark color uniforms. Transfer to 100% Polyester/DriFit, 50/50 Blends, and 100% Cotton.

TOP CHOICE FOR TRANSFERS TO WHITE APPAREL

One exceptional paper for light color Spirit and Team wear is SingleStep™. Use it with a laser printer; effortlessly generate a Team motif or player name. This one-step heat transfer paper is weedless. Only the toner transfers. With no residual window, designs appear to be screen printed. Colors pop. Images are sharp and defined. Easy identification of fave team members is possible.Printing with SingleStep

ANOTHER EXCELLENT CHOICE

To create images on dark team spirit wear, RhinoDARK™ is the choice. Get colors that pop with this weedless paper. No picking or trimming needed. Only the toner transfers. The more the shirt is washed, the softer the feel. No problem transferring to DriFit, 100% cotton or 50/50 blends. Team and Spiritwear is on.

View our step-by-step video instructions on both laser papers @ youtube.com/rhinotechcompany.

 In addition, RhinoTech also offers high-quality heat presses. Go with OKI Data laser printers that are designed for the decorative apparel industry.

PRINTING with MANUAL, TEXTILE SCREEN PRINTING EQUIPMENT

Do you prefer to screen print? A variety of noteworthy, manual, textile screen printers are available. Choose between standing and tabletop versions. Showcased, too, are these pieces to round out a complete set-up: Conveyor Dryers, Flash Cure Dryers, Exposure Systems, Screen Drying Racks and more all found at www.rhinotechinc.com. And, superb and proven Screen Cleaning Equipment ensures that screens are cleaned to perfection.Printing and screen cleaning equipment.

MUST HAVE SCREEN CLEANING PRODUCTS

The premiere line-up of Screen Cleaning products includes soy and citrus-based cleaners. These exemptions make for happier employees. RhinoClean Green is the top choice. Non-toxic, biodegradable.

 

Printing and screen cleaning made easy with our products.Conclusion? As a result of this array of digital and screen printing and screen cleaning equipment and products, you’re good to go. Team and Spirtwear will never be the same.

Connect with us at: 651-686-5027. info@rhinotechinc.com. www.rhinotechinc.com. 888-717-4466.

May 11, 2017

Reduce, Reuse, Recirculate with 3 Types of Responsible Recirculating Systems for Screen Printers

REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE and RECIRCULATERecirculate for the sake of our planet.

The first 3 words represent our nation’s activism in the 1970s that awakened a conscious desire to improve our respect for our environment and our Mother Earth. United under shared values to protect our planet, it was estimated that over 20 million people came together during the first celebration of Earth Day on April 22, 1970. The 4th word, Recirculate, exemplifies our continued drive to be as environmentally-friendly in our industry, as possible, with state-of-the-art Recirculating Systems that enable the ability to reduce and reuse and eliminate product waste. Greening-up a screen-printing business simply makes good business sense – for owners, employees and our planet.

Within that vein, we offer screen cleaning systems to accommodate screen printing shops from home-based and store-front companies to large scale commercial operations in their efforts to be environmentally responsible. We recognize, too, that the bottom-line of a business is also prominent. In response to that bottom-line accountability and respect for the safeguards and policy laws enacted by city, county, Parrish, state and federal entities, RhinoTech showcases the M-10-2 Recirculating System.

This particular Recirculating System maximizes economy of the screen cleaning function. It embraces an intelligent way to clean and reuse screen cleaning products. Additionally, the M-10-2, like all of our other Recirculating Systems, fits securely under a washout booth that is a bonus when floor space is at a premium.

The M-10-2 operates with an air-operated trigger action, flow-through brush, 2 GPM with flow tray and comes with filtration media. To help reduce and reuse screen cleaning chemical, it is held in a 17-gallon tank to offer incredible cost savings (you can also clean flood bars and squeegees). This system will reduce and reuse chemical waste along with the annual costs of re-supplying screen wash. Energy consumption is reduced due to an air pressure system of 30-40-PSI. Annual out-lay based on this recirculating method is evidenced in bottom-line savings for the company. Lastly, the M-10-2 will help to pro-actively green-up a business and honor our Mother Earth.

ADDITIONAL SYSTEMS that REDUCE and REUSE and RECIRCULATE:

M-10-1            Features: Recirculating Pumping System, Air Operated Up to 1.5 GPM Pump & Flow Tray Filtration Media

M-10-4            Features: Heavy Duty Recirculating, Pumping System with Air Operated 4 GPM, Pump & Flow Tray Filtration Media

RECIRCULATE WITH this SCREEN CLEANING PRODUCT to REDUCE and REUSE:

SWG 305 is a soy-based, water-soluble screen wash. These are its other excellent features:

  • Low Odor screen wash designed to work quickly on Plastisol Ink.
  • Ideal for efficient and expedient screen washing after the press run.
  • Has a very high flash point, over 425 F.
  • Biodegradable, non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Meets the VOC regulations, rule 1171.

Need a consult on how to incorporate a Recirculating Screen Cleaning System into your business? Have product and equipment questions? Let’s talk.

651-686-5027; 888-7171-4466; info@rhinotechinc.com

April 27, 2017

INSTANT ADHESIVE and TWO PART SCREEN FRAME ADHESIVE. IT’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.

Instant  Adhesive and Two Part Adhesive from RhinoTech each offers excessive strength when bonding mesh to frame. But, what are the differences?

To answer the question with a visual component, click on this Video. It’s a thorough feature with descriptions of Instant Adhesive and  Two Part Adhesive as they relate to stretching screen frames.

RhinoBond INSTANT ADHESIVE is used when you need to quickly stretch a screen frame. Three varieties of Instant Adhesive are available in a Performance Grade, Economy Grade, and Toughened Grade.  No pre-mixing is needed with any of the grades and each offers powerful tension-holding capabilities from 70 – 90 Newtons. With an activator like RBP 1500A (aerosol) or in liquid form such as RBP 1500, these adhesives dry in 3 – 5 seconds. Use on wood or aluminum frames.

Not sure which one would best suit your needs? Our Customer Service Specialists and extreme Team will assist you: 888-717-4466; 651-686-5027 x 1, 2 or 4; info@rhinotechinc.com.

These are the Step-by-Step Instructions on how to use Instant Adhesive and Two Part Adhesive:

Spread the adhesive/glue evenly onto the screen frame after the mesh is stretched.

Next, apply one or the other of these two Activators: RBP 1500A that is an Aerosol or a liquid activator that is RBP 1500.

Once applied, the adhesive will dry in just 3 – 5 seconds.

Two PART ADHESIVE is RMA 3000. It is mixed with a catalyst to ensure chemical resistance and it typically dries in 10-15 minutes.

RMA 3000 is applied the same way as RhinoBond Instant Adhesive. Instant Adhesive and Two Part Adhesive offer strong bonds characteristics

COST FACTORS OF INSTANT ADHESIVE AND TWO PART ADHESIVE

RhinoBond Instant Adhesive comes in a 1 lb. or 16 oz. container. The Two-part Adhesive, RMA3000, comes in a gallon container.

Though RMA 3000 takes 10-15 minutes to dry, it becomes very economical when you have multiple tables of frame stretching/drying going on at the same time.

If you need to quickly stretch/dry a frame, then RhinoBond Instant Adhesive is a natural choice. Time saved by not having to wait for a screen frame to dry becomes worth the money.

And, that’s it. Thanks for watching this brief overview and learning about the significant ways you can ensure a strong bond of mesh to frame.

Free Shipping when you order $75 of Instant Adhesive and Two Part Adhesive We offer Free Shipping in the contiguous U.S. of A. on orders of $75 or more. And, we do ship worldwide.

 

April 21, 2017

ALL THINGS DIGITAL HEAT TRANSFER PRINTING

RhinoDARK™ with textile metallic foil overlay. Click HERE for video
Click on RhinoDARK™ with textile metallic foil overlay for step-by-step video.

You’re totally covered in the digital, heat transfer department via game-changing heat transfer papers from RhinoTech. The line-up includes high performing laser papers for dark garments with RhinoDARK™. Inkjet options start with SingleJet™ Opaque. For white and light color papers, the choice is SingleStep™.

STEP UP THE PROGRAM WITH THESE HEAT TRANSFER PAPERS

Get bold and brilliant transfers with RhinoDARK ™. This laser paper is weedless and it offers excellent opacity due to a dimensionally-stable, polyester-coated image sheet. It’s durable with the ability to create both matte and gloss finishes. And, because only the toner transfers, opportunities exist to increase the value of this and other digitally heat transferred images with application of rhinestones and textile metallic foil overlay.

RhinoDARK™ can be transferred to 100% cotton, 50/50 blends and 100% polyester/DriFit. It’s a perfect way to transfer designs onto the spirit and athletic wear. RhinoDARK™ is available in 8.5″ x 11″ and 11″ x 17″.

Click on SingleJet Opaque for step-by-step video instruction.
Click on SingleJet™ Opaque for step-by-step video instruction.

SingleJet™ Opaque (for inkjet printers) offers full color on black and dark apparel and fabrics. We also used it on the pink shirts at left. You’ll find a great bond to the fabric once it’s transferred, as well as, durability wash after wash. SingleJet™  Opaque is available in 8.5″ x 11″ and 11″ x 17″ and there’s a very affordable 10-pack for testing purposes.

For transfers onto white and light color designs, you’re especially covered in the laser heat transfer division with SingleStep™. This paper offers a game-changing way to transfer custom images to garments and caps that are 100% cotton, 50/50 blends and 100% polyester/DriFit. This weedless, laser paper leaves no window, as only the toner transfers. Results are T-shirts, caps, and apparel with bold, brilliant color and intense black and white that appear to have been screen printed. And, you can easily add value with rhinestones and/or textile metallic foil overlays. SingleStep™ is available in 8.5” x 11” and 11” x 17”.

SingleStep
SingleStep™  laser paper works! Click on SingleStep™ laser paper for video.

PRINTING THE IMAGE

We offer these specially designed laser printers from OKI Data. The 920 WT and 711 WT printers to ensure crisp CMY and white images.  Our recommendations for inkjet printers are the Epson 1430 or HP.

EXCELLENT HEAT PRESSES

Round out your heat transfer system with these excellent performing, must-have heat presses with digital time, pressure and temp gauges to ensure consistency in heat transfer quality. The RTDK20 or the RT Swingman 20 are our recommendations.

We use them in-house and find them to assure quality in a finished product.

ADD SFX!

Discover how to add product value to garments with rhinestone and textile metallic foil applications overlay with all our heat transfer laser papers.

For all types of step-by-step video instructions on how to make dynamic heat transfers, check out: youtube.com/rhinotechcompany.

And, connect with us at 651-686-5027 if you’d like more info, need assistance, have questions. Thanks for working with us.

April 13, 2017

An Engraved Look-Alike Memorial with SinglePrint™ Heat Transfer Paper

The May issue of A & E magazine (Awards and Engraving magazine) offers up a stellar subject,  “The Many Memorial Market Opportunities: How and why you should sell memorial products” by Brenda Walsh. Though the author notes that it can be a sensitive subject, she’s discovered that this market area is building with opportunities for engravers to expand into this growing arena. And, she notes, memorial items are not just for “loss”. They also offer a way for a generous donor to be recognized, for life events to be recognized. All in all “these types of keepsakes are often treasured for years and are an enjoyable way to look back on the past”.

A Discovery.

Following in that theme, we’ve also discovered a way for screen and digital printing businesses to affordably expand into this arena. Engraved-like memorabilia using SinglePrint™ heat transfer paper application is the ticket. SinglePrint™  is a weedless, laser paper that is a single sheet process. Once the design has been printed onto SinglePrint™, it transfers simply onto light color, hard surfaces, such as wood and glass plaques and plates, keepsake boxes, ceramic mugs and plates, leather and metal such as dog tags.

Memorial. SinglePrint™
Memorial Plaque printed with SinglePrint™

You’ll find that copy and designs will appear defined, engraved-like and bold. A photo image of a family member, friend or pet, a hand print, a special saying and design are all possibilities. It’s another way of meeting a customer’s need and  bumping up your bottom line.

Heat Presses  & More from RhinoTech.

And, if you’re shopping for a heat press to offer solid, consistent results, be sure that it’s high quality with digital pressure, time and temperature gauges. You’ll especially get these results with an RT Swingman-20 or the RT DK20. They are both power-house producers.

View tips, technique and a step-by-step video on how to work with SinglePrint™  HERE.

Find glass and wood plaque blanks HERE.

Remember, poignant keepsakes profess tender remembrances.

We really appreciate your interest in our equipment and products. Please connect with us at 651-686-5027, info@rhinotechinc.com and www.rhinotechinc.com.

 

 

 

April 4, 2017

Prep a Screen for Stretching Mesh

Prep a Screen Frame. Doesn’t have to be a big deal when you follow the steps toward the ultimate goal of getting a seriously strong bond of screen mesh to frame.

Though nice and shiny, we already know that an aluminum screen frame that hasn’t been sandblasted won’t be workable when in the stretching mesh phase. And, yes, even if you’ve just used a grinding disc and/or sandpaper to prep the surface, though appreciated, our experience has demonstrated that the frame still won’t be rough enough for the glue to really “bite” into the frame. By watching the video and following a few straight-forward steps, your screen prep will be quick and efficient.

So, this is the Screen Prep process:

With the glue bottle tip, apply a thin bead of RhinoBond Instant Adhesive around the entire surface of the frame (you can do this using RhinoMite 2-part adhesive, as well).

  • Be sure to only use a small amount. If you lay too much glue down, it’ll smear and drip down the sides of the frame (it won’t hurt anything; just won’t look good).

Next, using the little yellow applicator, spread the glue evenly around the frame. Remember, you’re just pre-coating it.

Once the glue is spread out, use RBA 1500A Aerosol Activator to give it a light, quick mist to cure.

RBP 1500A Activator
  • DON’T OVER SPRAY. Too much will over-cure the glue. This could make it crack, so that when you’re ready to stretch the mesh, the glue could potentially release making it impossible to achieve a secure bond of mesh to frame.

And, that’s it! Congratulations. Your frame has just been prepped for an ideal glue to glue, mesh to frame stretching situation.

Click on the products to go straight to their location on our website:

RhinoBond and RhinoMite Screen Frame Adhesives
RS Mesh from RhinoTech

 

 

 

If you have any questions, please contact Chris directly at 651-686-5027 x 4; info@rhinotehinc.com

We really appreciate you watching our videos.

March 20, 2017

a HAZE REMOVER for every SCREEN PRINTER

Today, we’re introducing an amazing HAZE REMOVER.

We appreciate that you’re joining us in the pit; our happy  video production place where we demo RhinoClean Screen Cleaning products and other screen cleaning equipment.

For this product demo of HR 2800, we’re using a RhinoClean Washout Booth that is part of our Professional Series. This booth is constructed of welded Polypro with an aluminum base that is vent ready and features a wand holder. This booth is backlit and is a no splash-back system that is an especially important feature. We also offer an Economy Series of booths in standard sizes, but, we’re always up for custom designs based on your needs.

So, let’s get to it. GHOST IMAGES ON SCREENS A PROBLEM FOR YOU AT TIMES? Well, this is the most effective and simple way to eliminate them. Use HR 2800, a haze remover that is tried and proven (see Catspit Productions product comparison demo).

HR 2800 is a THICK liquid remover making it easy to work with, because it stays put where you apply it (we also feature RhinoClean Green HR 2400 that is a thinner liquid haze remover). This is how to use the product:

Apply HR 2800 to the scrubber.
Scrub screen frame on both sides.
Let HR 2800 sit on the screen for 3 minutes.
With an RS1500 Pressure Washer (225 – 1500 PSI), adjust the nozzle to the fan setting (the garden hose will not get the job done).
Working back and forth in a smooth motion, spray the entire screen frame.
And, watch as the haze image disappears.
The result is new-looking 125 mesh screen frame.

Haze Remover HR2800 offers up a new-like screen frame for reuse.
Haze Remover HR 2800 offers up a new-like screen frame for reuse.

 

Find HR 2800 @: https://rhinotechinc.com/screen-printi…

Questions? We’re here to help: 651-686-5027 or 888-717-4466. info@rhinotechinc.com

Thanks for your interest in our haze remover and all our screen cleaning and screen printing products and equipment.

March 2, 2017

M-10-2 Recirculating System is a Must-Have for Screen Printers Everywhere.

Replace the bottle and the brush with the M-10-2 Recirculating System! Inject a whole new way to clean screen frames while saving on screen cleaning products with a highly affordable and over-producing screen wash from the RhinoTech family of screen cleaning products.

In this video, Chris offers a step-by-step method in which to use this closed-loop system to recycle screen wash, in this case, SW 197, with a space-saving Recirculating System. It stores easily under a washout booth. All in all, it makes the tedious job of washing screens a bit easier and quicker and not so tedious.

SYSTEM FEATURES

Air pump

Holding tank (box)

Filter media (50 yards of 10-micron filter paper comes with M-10-2)

Canister filter and a scrub brush

THIS IS HOW IT WORKS

Fill box (holding tank) with SW197 screen wash/ink degradant

Slide Recirculating System under the Washout Booth

Hook up air to the air pump.

Turn system on with brush trigger start.

The liquid will flow through the scrub brush as you wash the screen frame and stream down the washout booth drain into the M-10-2.

The liquid will first hit the top filter paper that sits on top of a perforated plastic basket.

It will then settle into the chamber 1 and overflow into chamber 2 to catch debris and then flow back into the pump.

The pump will pump liquid into the canister filter for added filtration and back into the unit to reuse.

The M-10-2 Recirculating System
Use Screen Wash 197 with Plastisol and U.V. ink to bolster your screen cleaning with the M-10-2 Recirculating System.

AND, THAT IS IT! 

Click on these items, too, for more info and how to order:

Screen Wash SW197 

Washout Booths

Thanks for watching. And, for considering an economical and Mother Earth-friendly way of dealing even more responsibly with your screen cleaning liquid.

888.717.4466   info@rhinotechinc.com  651-686-5027 x 4 www.rhinotechinc.com

January 27, 2017

ISS Long Beach Featured Conveyor Dryer Textile Printer Stencil-Making Heat Press Systems

Day one at the races!    It was a great event that showcased the RhinoTech 5′ Conveyor Dryer and Textile Printer Combo teamed with an extraordinary stencil-making system with heat press. This system is a beauty of a space saver when working in a confined studio or home-based environment.

conveyor dryer textile screen printer
Combo dryer/screen printing press with screen frame created with RhinoScreen™ 2.0 Dry Stencil Film.

conveyor dryer textile screen printer        conveyor dryer textile screen printer

This 5 Ft. Convyor Dryer/4 Color 2 Station Printer offers affordable, flawless, professional and consistent functioning. It features one, 2,000 watt heating element. The flow-through design offers simple garment loading and the attached, manual screen printer is wholly unique and efficient. The space saving design is a great solution for shops with limited floor space. Decision time?

Consider these features of this all in one conveyor dryer/textile printer: 

  • 5′ Conveyor Dryer belt with a 60″ x 20″ variable speed belt
  • Heat resistant Teflon coated belt with independent belt tracking adjustments and 26″ X 24″ tunnel with 5″ opening
  • One, 2,000 watt heating element
  • ON/OFF switch and adjustable gates on both in-feed and out-feed
  • Insulated for maximum efficiency
  • 17 amp/120 volt power supply (plugs into standard wall outlet)
  • UL Listed components
  • All steel construction with powder coated finish and made in U.S.A!
  • 60″(L) X 26″(W) X 45″(H)

4 Color 2 Station Printer Mounted to Dryer 

  • Constructed of solid steel with powder coated finish
  • Rotating print head along with rotating platen arm are equipped with brass bushings
  • Platen arm features a location pin that locks the arm in place while printing
  • Consistent registration for multi-color prints
  • Unique press design with no springs or gas shocks
  • Includes TWO, Adjustable/Removable, 16 x 16 standard platens (printing boards)
  • Additional platen options available for all printing needs
  • No tools required for assembly
team with conveyor dryer textile printer
The RTDK 16 x 20 swing- away garnered rave reviews!

 

teams with conveyor dryer textile printer Once you’ve printed an image onto RhinoScreen™ 2.0, just heat press onto screen frame. No film positive, capillary film, emulsion, exposure or drying time necessary – ever. This product amps up stencil-making. From traditional stencil-making with many steps, this dry stencil film process involves just two.

This film also responds to needs for safer and environmentally sensitive products in our industry.  The paper is recyclable as it contains no silicone.

The elimination of extra products and time required to make a stencil results in:
•    Money and time saved.
•    Reduced inventory space needs.
•    Affordability that improves the bottom-line.

For the BEST results, we also recommend using an OKI Data laser printer.

November 29, 2016

Emulsion Removal in a Flash.

Emulsion Removal is Part 5 of a five part series (that includes Coating a Screen, Exposing/Developing a Screen, Blocking Out a Screen and Ink Removal). This demo targets the tips and method on how to remove the stencil from the screen frame after you’ve completed a project. And, you’re going to be wildly happy with the result.

Emulsion Removal Tools

ERG8550L that is a ready-to-use Emulsion Remover. It rapidly removes emulsion and capillary film from screens, offers excellent freeze/thaw characteristics and is ideal for use in all climates.

A RhinoCleanWashout Booth that is available in a variety of standard sizes. Its compact, space saving design and durable construction in Polypro continues to be the foremost choice for screen printers.

The RS1500APressure Washer that features a 26” hose, 250 – 1500 PSI, an adjustable nozzle, 110V and ground fault plug. It weighs just 60 lbs. in a very compact form and is a powerhouse of a system that just keeps on working, year after year after year.

TECHNIQUE

rhinoclean-chems
Emulsion Removal and a whole lot of other screen cleaning products.

Apply ERG8550L Emulsion Remover to scrubber and scrub on both sides of screen.

Once applied, the stencil will begin to break down almost immediately.

After scrubbing, let the product sit for 1 – 2 minutes. Now, power wash (we use the RS1500A).

In a smooth motion, continue to sweep pressure washer back and forth across the screen and experience the excitement of a new-looking screen frame coming into view!

Next, let screen dry in a Screen Drying Cabinet (and, we have many to choose from).  Once, dry you’re ready to reuse. It’s that simple.

free-shipping-truckFREE SHIPPING is available on all orders of $50 or more when delivered int he contiguous U.S.A. And, we ship world-wide.

Thanks for watching this and all of our other videos. We hope we have helped you lighten the load and advance your screen cleaning technique. Questions? We’re here for you at 651-686-5027 x 4 or info@rhinotechinc.com.

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