Introduction
Screen printing is an art form that requires precision and attention to detail. The quality of the final product is directly proportional to the quality of the screen used in the printing process. Screen printing frames are one of the most crucial components of the screen printing process. However, with time and use, these frames can lose their tautness, and this can affect the quality of the prints. This is where screen printing frame restretching comes into play. Restretching is the economical and efficient way to get your frame back in shape.
What is Restretching Screen Printing Frames?
Screen printing frame restretching is the process of stretching a used screen printing frame to restore its tautness. This process is necessary because, over time, the mesh of the frame can become loose, making it difficult to achieve sharp, clear prints. The restretching process involves removing the old mesh, cleaning the frame, and attaching a new mesh to the frame.
Step-by-Step Guide to Restretching Your Frame
Here are the steps involved in the screen printing frame restretching process:
Step 1: Remove the old mesh. To begin the restretching process, the old mesh needs to be removed from the frame. This can be done by cutting it and pulling away with your hand.
Step 2: Clean the frame. After removing the old mesh, the frame needs to be cleaned thoroughly. Any leftover adhesive or residue from the old mesh needs to be removed, as it can affect the adhesion of the new mesh.
Step 3: Measure and cut the new mesh. The next step is to measure and cut the new mesh to size. The mesh needs to be cut slightly larger than the frame to allow for stretching. At Victory Screen Factory we use high quality Saati polyester mesh. We have a big variety of mesh count per width.
Step 4: Stretch the new mesh onto the frame using manual or hydraulic clamps. You need a way to to stretch the new mesh to your screen.
Step 5: Check the tension. Finally, it is important to check the tension of the mesh to ensure that it is taut enough for printing. The tension can be checked using a tension meter, which measures the tension of the mesh in Newtons.
Step 6: Use adhesives or staples to attach the mesh to your screen. It is essential to stretch the mesh uniformly to ensure that there are no loose areas that can affect the quality of the print. We are happy to offer our premium adhesive sprays for this purpose.
Step 7: Trim the excess mesh. Once the mesh has been attached to the frame, any excess mesh needs to be trimmed away using a sharp utility knife or scissors.
Conclusion
In conclusion, screen printing frame restretching is a crucial process that ensures that the quality of the prints remains consistent over time. It is important to use high-quality mesh and adhesive to ensure that the restretched frame lasts for a long time. By following these steps, screen printers can restretch their frames and achieve sharp, clear prints.
Also we are happy to do restretching screen print frames for you.
