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Scaling premium promotional product decoration with direct-to-object technology Scaling premium promotional product decoration with direct-to-object technology    

If you’ve ever built a LEGO® set, you’ve probably noticed that some parts are decorated with colorful graphics while others rely on molded plastic colors or decals. From minifigure torsos and faces to instrument panels and specialty pieces, these printed graphics help bring each model to life.

Manufacturers have more options than ever when it comes to decorating plastic products. From food packaging and promotional products to automotive components and consumer goods, selecting the right decoration method can have a significant impact on production efficiency, product appearance, and long-term costs. Two of the most common decoration methods are In-Mold Labeling (IML) and

Some substrates just don’t play by the rules. Handled mugs. Stepped tumblers. Stress balls. Pickleball rackets. Hard hats. These are the items that traditional UV printers struggle with – and where Inkcups’ High Throw Technology changes the game.  What you may have heard as “high gap printing” – the ability to jet ink across a greater distance between the printhead

UV flatbed printer maintenance involves short daily cleaning procedures, periodic component cleaning and replacement, and proper shutdown preparation. Maintenance tasks typically include the cleaning and inspection of the print heads, nozzle performance, UV lamps, wipers, caps, encoder strip, filters, and carriage components. This guide serves as an introductory, educational overview of maintenance activities for UV

You might be surprised by the wide range of ways digital inkjet printing technology is being used today. While many assume Inkcups printers are running continuously in high-volume, multi-shift production environments, the reality is far more dynamic. Increasingly, companies are finding innovative, non-traditional ways to integrate digital printing into their workflows.  One of the most exciting emerging