MADE Lab’s comprehensive training program covers every aspect of the screen printing workflow, empowering you with the knowledge and skills to optimize your production process. Here are some key areas you can expect to learn about:
- Art Department and Screen Room: Master the fundamentals of art preparation, screen making, and imaging to ensure sharp, detailed prints.
- Print Engineering: Understand the critical factors influencing print quality, such as mesh selection, ink selection, and squeegee settings.
- Ink Department: Learn about ink mixing systems, bases, additives, specialty inks, and color matching to achieve vibrant and consistent results.
- Press Operation: Master press setup, screen registration, test printing, and production techniques to streamline your workflow and maximize efficiency.
Specific Skills You’ll Gain:
- Art Department:
- Proofing and file management
- Separation techniques in Photoshop, Illustrator, or Separation Studio
- Understanding underbasing, spot colors, and halftones
- RIP software workflow
- Screen Room:
- Screen coating and emulsion selection
- Imaging and exposure optimization
- Developing techniques
- Screen room inventory and maintenance
- Mesh selection and tensioning
- Ink Department:
- Pantone matching and mixing
- Proper use of bases and additives
- White ink selection for different garment blends
- Specialty and special effects inks
- Ink mixing software and tools
- Testing and color matching
- Press Operation:
- Job staging and pallet preparation
- Press setup and zero positioning
- Screen registration and laser alignment
- Test printing and production techniques
- Efficient press teardown
By participating in MADE Lab’s training, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical skills to optimize your entire screen printing operation. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to the industry, this program will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to produce high-quality prints, streamline your workflow, and achieve greater success.
