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Why We Need Winter!
Most European countries and most Eastern U.S. states are

piled high with record snowfalls right now. Holiday travel
is being disrupted for many people as flights, trains, and
autos are delayed by the weather. Even here in California
, its rainy and foggy our most dangerous time of the year
on the roads. So why the heck do we need winter?
I mean, its not like we can get rid
of it. Mother Nature has her cycles.
But is there any redeeming value for
this time of year, other than holiday
warmth with family and friends?
The earth is farther from the sun in this season than
any other. That means we are farther from our source of
radiance, light, warmth, and energy. In traditional cultures,
that would mean if we are farther from our source out there,
then we are forced to turn within and rely more on our own
resources. Ancient cultures said it was a time of turning
within to find the inner sun, to find our inner source.
So how do we do that today? We need to tap into the light
and warmth of our mind and heart and soul. There, well find
the vision, the feeling, and the inspiration to create anew
come spring. We need to shine our light on our intentions
for the coming year, and infuse them with warmth and
enthusiasm.
How do we shine our light? I think there are three ways
that graphic business owners can take advantage of this
time. It involves putting attention on three behind-thescenes activities.
Attention on Intentions
The first is to review how the past year went. Which goals
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achievements and successes? How can we build on them?
What would have made our year even better?
The second action is to make a plan for the coming year.
What do we want to accomplish in 2010? Are there financial
goals we want to reach? Are there product goals? Or new
markets to tap? Do we need to hire more people or fewer?
The third action is to acquire the methods we need to
accomplish our plan. That means training and equipment!
What skills do we need to do a better job in the next year?
What equipment will make a difference in our cash flow
and our quality of production? What will help us reach new
markets?
These are all pretty simple and basic actions, but how
many of us actually sit down and do them. Imagine if we
did? Then our winter season would be productive; it would
be a foundation for the new year. Winter is not a time for
doing nothing. Its a time to withdraw from the market a bit,
sit in front of a cozy fire perhaps, and then review, plan,
and learn. Its not a time for hibernation like bears do; its
more a time for incubation to seek insight, and light; to
brainstorm ideas, and gather up energy for the new seeds
of spring.
Thats why January and February are filled with trade
shows and educational classes and usually lots of new
products. Its time to shine a light on our intentions so we
can launch in spring.
Have a great holiday, and a great winter! May you enjoy
the quiet time that is the basis of a great spring!
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7 Leading Edge:
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Windows 7 -- Part 3
10 CorelDRAW Applied:
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18 Inside Screen Printing

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26 Top Products of Year

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38 Marketing Secrets
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Your New Computer and

Windows 7 Part 3
Moving From Windows XP or Vista to Windows 7
In the last couple of articles we covered the differences between Windows XP, moving
through Vista, and arriving at
Windows 7. Since many of you
may still be running XP and may
be considering upgrading from
XP to Windows 7 we needed to
review the differences between
XP and Vista. Differences
which have carried forward into
7, but are not changes from
Vista to 7. Then we added to
that the differences from Vista
to Windows 7.
To summarize, the major
improvements of Windows 7
over both XP and Vista are in
areas of performance; ease of
use; searching, i.e. finding what
youre looking for; security; and
backup.
In this article well first consider
upgrading an existing computer.
Picture 1: System Requirements

Upgrading in General
Minimum System Requirements
Basic system requirements for Windows 7 are

1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
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1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)

16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver
There are additional requirements for some of the special features of Windows 7.
Perhaps the most important of these additional features is

Windows XP Mode (which) requires an additional 1 GB of RAM, an additional

15 GB of available hard disk space, and a processor capable of hardware
virtualization with Intel VT or AMD-V turned on.
In addition, Windows XP Mode comes as a separate download and works only with
Windows 7 Professional, Ultimate, and Enterprise editions. We will discuss the
different editions later.
You can see all the requirements at http://windows.microsoft.com/systemrequirements.
Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor
If you feel your hardware meets the minimum requirements and you would like to
explore the possibility of upgrading further, then I would recommend visiting
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/compatibility/windows-7/en-us/default.aspx
This site provides a wealth of knowledge regarding hardware and software compatibility
with Windows 7. Perhaps the most important element is the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor
download which is available as a link from the above site, or which you can go to directly at
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/downloads/upgrade-advisor
The upgrade advisor installs on your computer, examines the hardware and installed
software, and then produces a detailed compatibility report.
It will tell you if the hardware meets minimum requirements, if there are any driver
issues, and if there are any compatibility issues with the installed software. It will also
provide suggestions for solutions, if they are available.
We ran the Upgrade Advisor on an older (5 yr old) laptop computer
running Windows XP. We thought it met the minimum requirements. The
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at operating system variations. Computer architecture

has evolved over the past 15 to 20 years at a dizzying
pace. At the core of every computer is a processor
chip. The computational power of this chip has grown
substantially. Part of its growth is measured in the
number of simultaneous computational operations it
can perform.
At its most basic level, a computer does its magic using
little on/off switches called bits. A single bit can exist in
only one of two states, on or off, like a simple light switch.
Computers do math using a binary system, which has
sometimes been referred to as the new math. A more
accurate description is that its Base 2 math. Base 2,
also known as binary, means that every number position
can only be 0 or 1 (off or on). Therefore, each position
in a binary number is a power of 2.
Picture 2: Microsofts Compatibility Center

report told us that there
were hardware issues
which were irresolvable,
so that machine cannot
be upgraded.
We ran another report
on a 2 year
old machine that had Vista
installed and
found that it could be upgraded. However, it needed
some hardware driver updates. The Advisor also
found that some of the software was not compatible
and needed to be uninstalled. Since this machine has
a 64-bit processor and 4GB of memory, the Upgrade
Advisor gave us two options for upgrading, one was to
upgrade to 32-bit Windows 7, the other was to upgrade
to 64-bit Windows 7.
64 bit versions I feel the need for speed!
Since were talking about 32-bit vs. 64-bit, lets look
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We are accustomed to a base 10 numbering system,

which means that each position in a base 10 system
can have 10 variations, 0 through 9, and is a power of
10. For example in base 10, 11 = eleven; in
base 2, 11 = three, eleven is 1011.
All of that aside, part of the speed of a
computer processor is measured in how
many bits it can process at the same time. A
computer that can process 16 bits simultaneously
is theoretically twice as fast as one that can only process
8 bits. One that can process 32 bits is twice as fast as
16; 64 twice as fast as 32, and so on.
Many, if not most or all, of the computer chips in new
computers today are 64-bit processors. The rub is that
you need an operating system and software that can
take advantage of the wider pipeline. So if any edition
of Windows 7 can be installed as either 32-bit or 64-bit,
and 64 bits is faster, why would you ever install a 32-bit
version? The answer to that is you may not have 64-bit
drivers for your peripheral equipment, like your printers
and laser engravers.
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In short, the computer you

plan to run Windows 7 on, and
the availability of drivers for
your peripheral devices will
determine which version you
can install.
Upgrade Paths
There are essentially two
different paths you can chose to
upgrade an existing computer.
The first is known as a clean
install; the second is an in
place upgrade.
In a clean install nothing of the
current Windows installation
is retained. That means any
programs, device drivers,
printer drivers, etc., which
are currently installed must
be reinstalled after the new
operating system is installed.
Picture 3: The Microsoft Upgrade Advisor
This type of installation
generally produces the best end result since no old baggage is carried over from
the old operating system.
Upgrading from any version of Windows XP to Windows 7 requires a clean install.
Upgrading from 32-bit Windows Vista to 64-bit Windows 7 requires a clean install.
Upgrading from 64-bit Windows Vista to 32-bit Windows 7 requires a clean install.
An in place upgrade upgrades the existing operating system to the new one. It
retains all the installed programs; it may upgrade device and printer drivers during
the process. It assumes you have removed all incompatible programs and drivers
before beginning the process.
An in place upgrade can only be made from 32-bit Windows Vista to 32-bit Windows
7, or from 64-bit Windows Vista to 64-bit Windows 7.
An in place upgrade can take a considerable amount of time. We upgraded one
laptop running 32-bit Vista to 32-bit Windows 7. It took several hours to complete.
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A clean install, will save all data on your hard drive before it begins and an in-place
upgrade does that by definition. That said, before beginning any upgrade its always
best to back up everything on your computer.
Conclusion
This time we considered upgrade paths, and looked at 32-bit versions vs. 64-bit
versions, but the variations dont end there, there are also editions.
Next time we will take a look at the different Windows 7
editions that are available and the features they have. We
will also cover some considerations when shopping for a
new computer.
John McDaniel along with his wife Judy are owners of JHM Marketing and
CorelDRAWhelp, Inc. They provide consulting and training services for the
industry. Currently they are both Corel Training Partners and offer private and group
training seminars. They also have a series of interactive video lessons teaching
CorelDRAW available on-line, and on CD. (For information on training services and
video lessons available visit www.CorelDRAWhelp.com) You may contact them via
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In recent surveys, readers of this magazine have said theyd like to have
more tips on CorelDRAW, and theyd like to know how other people
are using the program for different projects. So we invite you to submit
examples of artwork youve created, along with a description of how you
did it, and your bio with a photo. We are looking for everything from
brochures and flyers to sign and t-shirt artwork.
To share your tips, just send an email to the editor at editor@coreldrawhelp.
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Learn
Imposition Layout
For Full-Color Image Transfers Part 6
To Review Our First Image Transfer Project
Our current projects goal is to produce full-color name badges to wear in the office/store and at trade shows. Part of
the goal is to create CorelDRAW templates that can be easily modified to produce similar items for our customers. We
have already created a template for a single badge blank and a 12-badge holding fixture. We went on to modify the
single badge template so that it can be used to fill the multi-badge fixture.
Our current task is to use the single badge template to create 12 name badges. In this exercise we will use pages and
layers to accomplish our objective.
The task is divided into two major steps. The first step is to setup a layout with all of the constant information that will
appear on every badge.
Step 1 Set up One Badge with all Constant Information.
We completed this step last time. Picture 1 shows the finished layout we created.
The next step is to modify the layout by adding
one page for each name badge that we need
to create. We are going to break that into two
smaller steps, first completing a single badge
layout; and then adding additional pages, one
for each badge needed.
Step 2a Completing a Single Badge Layout.
The first step in modifying the layout is to make
all the existing layers master layers; that way
everything weve done so far will appear on
every page and therefore every badge.
Picture 1: The finished layout for a single badge with

all the constant information.
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Picture 2: In
X4 to make a
layer a master
layer all we
need to do is
drag the layer
from page 1 to
the master page in the Object Manager.
Picture
3: When
doing this,
make sure
the layers
are ordered
correctly.
Layer sequence in CorelDRAW is from bottom
to top
Picture 4: Another
way to make a
layer a master is
to select it in the
Object Manager,
right click on its
name, and click
on Master Layer
in the layer properties dialog box.
In X4 to make a layer a master layer all we need

to do is drag the layer from page 1 to the master
page in the Object Manager. When doing this, make sure the layers are ordered correctly. Remember
that layer sequence in CorelDRAW is from bottom to top. See pictures 2 and 3.

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Picture 6: To
insert the first
name, select
the text tool
and click in the
center of the
layout. Format
it, then type in
the first name
on the list.
Picture 5: To
add a new
layer, click on
the new layer
icon in the lower
left corner of the
Object Manager
docker.
Other ways you can make a layer a master is to select it in the Object Manager, right
click on its name, and click on Master Layer in the layer properties dialog box, see
picture 4.
Picture 7: To
copy outline
characteristics,
select the
Eyedropper
tool in the
toolbox;
select Object
Attributes
and text
characteristics
on the
Property bar;
and then
sample the
text in the
layout.
Next we need to add a layer that will contain the variable information; in this case,
that information will be the names we intend to use for each badge. To add a new
layer, click on the new layer icon in the lower left corner of the Object Manager docker,
see picture 5.
With the new layer created and active, we can insert the first name on our list. Select
the text tool and click in the center of the layout. Set the font you want, the point size,
and alignment; for this exercise we will choose center alignment. With everything
selected, type in the first name on the list. (see picture 6)
Click on the pick tool and then press the P key on the keyboard. That will center the
name on the page, which in this case will also
center it on the badge. Tip P is a shortcut key
for the Center to Page command. You can see
the entire arrangement shortcut key commands
by clicking on Arrange/Align and Distribute, see
picture Tip-01.
Picture Tip 1: You can see the

entire arrangement of shortcut
key commands by clicking on
Arrange/Align and Distribute.
For decorative consistency we will also place

an outline around the name which matches the
outline we have on the other text elements in
the layout. The easiest way to do that is to copy
the outline characteristics from one of the other
text elements.
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Copying characteristics can easily be accomplished using the Eyedropper tool. Select
the Eyedropper tool in the toolbox; select Object Attributes and text characteristics on
the Property bar; and then sample the text in the layout. (see picture 7)
To apply the characteristics just sampled, hold down the shift key, which switches the
Eyedropper to the Paintbucket tool. Left click on the name with the Paintbucket tool
to apply the Object Attributes sampled by the Eyedropper. See picture 8.
The advantage of copying characteristics from one object to another in a
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Picture 8: Left
click on the
name with the
Paintbucket
tool to apply
the Object
Attributes
sampled by the
Eyedropper.
layout is that it bypasses all the steps taken along the way to create the characteristics
in the original object. For example, when we first created the outline around the text
just sampled, we set the line-weight; we chose a rounded nib, which rounded the
corners of the outline; we placed the outline behind the fill; and we chose scale with
object. All these outline characteristics were copied by using the Eyedropper and
Paintbucket tools.
Save this completed layout. From this point we can either proceed with manually
creating the necessary pages for our project, or if were working in CorelDRAW X4,
we can use Print Merge to create them for us.
Conclusion
Next time we will take the path of manually adding pages, copying the name from
page 1 to each additional page, and then modifying the name as required by our list.
After that, we will return to this point and explore having CorelDRAW X4 create the
pages for us via Print Merge.
Judy and John McDaniel are owners of JHM Marketing and CorelDRAWhelp, Inc.
They provide consulting and training services for the industry. Currently they are both
Corel Training Partners and offer private and group training seminars. They also have
a series of interactive video lessons teaching CorelDRAW available on-line, and
on CD. (For information on training services and video lessons available visit www.
CorelDRAWhelp.com) You may contact them via email at mail@CorelDRAWhelp.com.
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By David Milisock
Converting Illustrator
Transparency to Spot Color
ne of the biggest issues with graphic applications

today is the users ability to create special effects
that were only designed to work on the web or
in CMYK. I was the victim of this just last week so Im
going to demonstrate how I saved my butt by converting
AI files from CMYK to Corel Photo-PAINT X4 files for
placement into CorelDRAW X4 documents to produce
350,000 labels with 12 variations.
Now the problem with these files is the Illustrator
transparency. While it looks great on screen, going
from color to transparent, it only prints in CMYK -- which
happens to be useless as the jobs all print spot color.
You see in Image 1A, 1B, and 1C some of the elements
of the file. The text has been removed for privacy. Note
the 3D look and the shadows.
The problems were much more serious than just this.

The text, which was to drop out of the body copy and
appear as white, was layered with multiple copies on top
of one another with some of the fills labeled as 0% of spot
colors. Of course, they appeared white but would have
made a separate plate; no fun when some of them had
6 copies of the type using 0% of 6 different spot colors.
I first opened the Illustrator files and separated the
text files from the base art. We can use the base art
to convert to real proper spot color separated files for
output.
The solution to the 3D effect printing in spot color was
simple. I opened the Illustrator files in Corel PHOTOPAINT X4 and saved them as CPT files. Then I converted
them to duotones applying the proper colors. Make sure
Image 1A
Image 1B
Image 1C
Image 2: Use the tone curve in the duotone

dialog to adjust the ink densities.
to combine the objects with the background in PHOTOPAINT as this makes for a more true representation of
the color. Once the duotone is applied, you can read
the density from the ink densities using the eyedropper
tool. If you want to change it, you can always convert it
to a duotone again. Even though it is already a duotone,
it is the procedure you need to follow, and use the tone
curve in the duotone dialog, seen in Image 2, to adjust
the ink densities.
This is a really simple procedure that requires some
practice but once mastered you can repair many of the
failures that are designed into Adobe illustrator files.
Elements of the original file
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in Corel PHOTO-PAINT X4 of the Illustrator file and in Image 4 the duotone created
by converting the file. Please note the shift in display color as the CMYK color is
different than the intended spot color for print.
Image 3: Here we see the CMYK

image created in Corel PHOTOPAINT X4 of the Illustrator file.
Image 4: Here is the duotone

created by converting the file.
This procedure worked perfectly allowing us to save 24 plates and a large sum of
money in production costs.
I urge you to practice this and to utilize the procedure when designing jobs for your
clients. You can spice up your two-color work and quite possibly add some profit
margin for your bottom line.
David Milisock, president of Custom Graphic Technologies Inc. of Lancaster, PA, has
been in the print production business since 1975. He specializes in professional support
for CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. He started supporting CorelDRAW files for print
output with V4. He can be reached at 717-509-3523 or davidmilisock@comcast.net.
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By Bill Leek
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USING THE TONE CURVE ADUSTMENT
ast month we investigated the PHOTO-PAINT Levels adjustment. This month we

will investigate the Tone Curve adjustment tool that is similar, but more powerful
and flexible than Levels. The Levels adjustment tool provides shadow, midpoint
and highlight slider controls. Levels provides the best method for setting the shadow
(black) and highlight (white) points in an image, but having a single slider in Levels for
the midtone adjustment is somewhat limiting. As you move the slider to the left the
image will get brighter. As you move it to the left, the image will become darker.
The strength of Tone Curves is the ability to adjust brightness and contrast between ALL
the black and white points of an image. Using multiple control points, you can rearrange
and fine tune contrast in all the shadow, midtones and highlight areas of your image.
The more points you add, the more control you have on the shape of the curve. In
practice though, only a few points are
required for most adjustments. Tone
curves can be somewhat intimidating,
but hopefully through the examples in
this article, their power will become
apparent. Using Levels and Tone
curves together can provide you with
an incredible amount of tonal control.
This will become apparent in the
examples below.
TONE CURVES IN X4
The Tone Curve Adjustment Interface
has been substantially improved in
PHOTO-PAINT X4. Figure 1 displays
the Tone Curve Adjustment Menu. A
histogram display has been included
in the dialog box and the grid has
been enlarged for more accurate
adjustments. In addition, X and Y
values for specific anchor points can
now be keyed in for exact placement.
The X axis of the tone curve defines
the tonal values of the original image
in 255 increments. The Y axis
represents the adjusted tonal values.
Pure black is located at (0,0). Pure
white is at (255,255). The
center of the Midtones is at
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SOME IMPORTANT COMMENTS:

When the curve lies above the default
diagonal connecting the lower left
hand corner to the upper right hand
corner of the grid, it will brighten the
image. When the curve is below this
diagonal it will darken the image.
For subtle effects, keep the curve
close to the default diagonal. The
farther away the curve is from the
diagonal, the more intense the effect.
Select the Curves setting in Curves
Option box. Avoid using Straight or
Freehand choices. In addition, avoid
the Auto Balance Tone function.
A steep curve will increase image
contrast. A slow gradual change
will decrease contrast. Increasing
contrast in one area of the curve will
always decrease it in another area.
(127,127) on the default straight rectangular curve. Output is the same as the input
at all 255 points on the curve. In our examples, tonal adjustments are performed
on the composite RGB channel. In a future issue, we will work with individual color
channels to correct colors and casts.
You can fix problems and add special effects by selectively adding control points and
dragging the curve. The new included histogram window and the before-and-after
preview windows allow real time evaluation of the adjustments. The eyedropper tool
allows you to select specific areas of the image and set control points on the curve
for precise, localized adjustments. Presets for common adjustments may be selected
by clicking on the file folder symbol. You can save new curves you have designed by
clicking on the disk symbol and naming the curve for future reference.
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TONE CURVE EXAMPLES

Figure 2 illustrates a simple Lighten
Curve. This is created by using the
mouse to drag the curve upward in
the midtones area. All points in the
adjusted image will be lighter than
the original. In this example the value
of the control point was increased from a value of 125 to 178. Remember 0 is the
darkest and 255 is the lightest value. 127 is 50% gray. Note the substantial change
in the before and after images.
Figure 3 depicts the Darken Curve. In this case, you drag the diagonal down from
the midtone area of the curve to darken the image. Note that the control point value
has been reduced from 128 to 97.
Figure 4 shows an S Curve that is commonly used to increase contrast. A control
point is set at the midtones at 127,127. Then the curve is pulled down slightly at a
control point between 0 and 127. The curve from 127 to 255 is pulled up
forming a subtle S. This darkens the shadows and lightens the highlights;
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increasing the overall contrast of the image.

Figure 5 illustrates a curve I designed called the Pastel curve.
I use this curve for portraits in both sublimation and laser
engraving. The before-and-after images show a substantial
transformation. The steep slope of the curve upwards
substantially lightens the image. The flat area of the curve
from a portion of the midtones and all the highlights converts
any details in those areas to white. This simplifies the image
and creates the soft, drawing-like effect. When engraving, I
convert the image to 1 bit black and white.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The best way to learn any PHOTO-PAINT adjustments is to just
jump in and use them. Experiment with different curves and
save the ones that work well for you as .crv files.
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Things to consider
Background
Over the next year we will be going through an entire screen print job from beginning to end. In addition
we will be covering some basic screen printing terms and techniques. We will be including video content
for clarification. A logical starting point is with things to consider about our artwork and identification of
artwork types.
Ways to produce your artwork
If you have more artistic skill than computer skill, you can create your artwork by hand using paint or
markers. There are many sources for digital artwork on the internet that can take the lovely cocktail
napkin artwork your client brought in and create digital vector art for you. You can produce your films
with an opaque black marker, a vinyl cutter, or a digital printer to name a few methods. The important
factor is opacity; the artwork has to be opaque to create a viable screen.
One-color artwork
A one-color artwork job is the
easiest to set up and run.
Examples of one-color artwork
are a simple logo or wording in
contrasting ink on a garment or
work piece (see image 1). This
job started out as a photo of an
existing shirt. The artwork had
to be created in an acceptable
format for screen printing (see
image 2). Once the artwork was
converted we could produce the
product (see image 3). If you are
running one- color artwork on a
dark or black garment, you will
usually need multiple passes with
the squeegee to get a convincing
color.
Image 1: Examples of one-color artwork are a simple logo or
wording in contrasting ink on a garment or work piece.
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Image 2: The artwork had to be created in an acceptable

format for screen printing.
Image 3:
Once the
artwork was
converted we
could produce
the product.

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Image 5:
Red layer
Image 6:
Green layer
Image 7:
Black layer
Multi-color artwork
Multi-color artwork can be broken down into two categories, vector art and colorseparated art. A good example of vector art is the ACDRP logo (see image 4). The
logo consists of red, green, and black layers (see images 5-7).
Image 4: A good example of vector art is the ACDRP logo.
Single-Color Artwork Requirements
Single-color artwork can be created using an opaque black pen and ink easily. For
computer-generated art, the CorelDRAW Graphics Suite is capable of producing
the artwork. A printer that is capable of laying down a solid layer of black ink is also
required.
For another example of multi-color artwork (see image 8). This image consists of
orange, red, blue, and black (see Images 9 12).
Multi-Color Artwork Requirements
Multi-color artwork has the same requirements as single-color artwork with the possible
addition of RIP software. RIP stands for Raster Image Processing and is used to
convert complex colors and shapes to raster images for printers and image production.
RIP software will be required if you are trying to use a color gradient (see image 13).
Image
8: Here
is another
example
of multi-color
artwork.
Image 12: Black layer

Image 9: Orange layer
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Process color separation
An easy way to think about process color
separation is to consider it similar to bitmap
art. The artwork either cannot be separated
into solid-colored vectors or is color-filled in
a way that precludes simple gradient filling
(see image 14, courtesy Freehand Graphics,
Inc.). If you are interested in creating screen
printed images like this, you will need more
software to work with your CorelDRAW
Graphics Suite.
Image 13: RIP software will be required if you are trying

to use a color gradient.
Process color artwork requirements

Process color separation artwork requires the CorelDRAW suite, will definitely require a RIP software package,
and will also require process color separation software. There are multiple software packages available. Software
should either plug in or export TIFF files for easy use in CorelDRAW. Another important aspect of process color
separation is the number of screens you can set up on
your press at one time. If you have a 6-color press, you
may find that you have to eliminate some of the colors that
a standard process color separation software package
will export.
Conclusion
When we decide which type of jobs we want to create, our
setup may change to accommodate the job type we prefer.
It is important to consider ahead of time what type of set
up we will need to go with the job type we wish to run.
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Engraves like Marble
But it is
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Jeff McDaniel is the Owner/Operator of Creative Graphic in

Philomath, Oregon. Jeff has been working with computers
since the age of 5 and was a journeyman machinist before
working in the graphic arts business. Creative Graphic
offers services including laser engraving, rotary engraving,
sandblasting, sublimation, image transfers, vinyl signs,
banners, screen printing, and promotional products. Jeff
routinely applies graphics to a wide variety of materials.
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By John and Judy McDaniel
Applications
Choosing a Cabinet for Sandblasting 3

In the last few issues we
have covered workstations,
cabinet design, and lighting.
This issue well continue with
cabinet construction.
available features; some

we have in our systems,
some we dont.
Construction
We subscribe to the notion
that heavy-duty, industrial
is desirable in tools and
equipment that are going to
see regular use and generate
income. There is nothing
more frustrating than to have
a piece of equipment fail. Our
experience is that these failures are always inconvenient
and generally are at times of greatest need and use.
For this reason when we selected our first cabinet, we
selected the heaviest-duty cabinet we could find. As it
turned out, this was a wise choice. Remember that 250lb. rock mentioned in a previous article? When we lifted
it in, we were concerned it might bend or puncture the
interior grating; especially since our loading procedure
could be best described as a controlled crash. Our
cabinet sustained no damage.
Later when we selected our fully self-contained unit,
we allowed quality/value, not price alone to guide us.
Another advantage of quality equipment is its resale
value. Weve always found that quality tools retain
their value.
Other Features
When shopping for a cabinet youll find some other
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1) First is an internal air

hose. We have this one
in both our cabinets. It
helps keep the abrasive
in the cabinet by allowing
me to clean objects in the
cabinet. We also have an
external hose that we use
to clean parts outside the
cabinet. (There always
seems to be a little bit
of abrasive that is still on there when I take it out,
so sometimes I need to give it an additional shot of
compressed air.)
2) Our first cabinet has an attached pressure-pot. We
chose this because it
took less space and
was less cluttered
than a separate pot.
To that system we
eventually added a
second detached
pressure-pot that
we can easily switch
into and out of the
system. We switch
between pressurepots so that we can
keep media used
for rocks and bricks
separate from media
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used for glass. Weve found that abrasive media used

for rock becomes contaminated with small pieces of rock
debris. This debris does not adversely affect rocks or
bricks but does damage glass.
3) Some cabinets are available with an integrated
dust collector and separate pressure pot. Although
this seemed like a nice design, we didnt choose it for
our first cabinet because it requires access to the rear
of the cabinet to service the dust collector. The shop
we had at the time did not have the available space to
allow for this design. Our first sandblast operation was
crammed into one small area about 6x9 feet. In that area
we had a full-size air compressor, a second pressure
pot, 2 gorilla racks, a full size dust collector, a desk & 2
work tables; oh, and some shelving attached to the wall.
You couldnt sneeze without hitting something. Moving
a cabinet to access the back required a major move.
4) Most cabinet manufacturers now offer integrated
pressure-pots. An integrated
pot automatically screens and
reloads the blast media. To
accomplish this, they have a
somewhat smaller pressurepot located at the bottom
of the cabinet. Our second
(now primary) cabinet has
this feature along with an
integrated dust collector.
The advantage of this feature
is that you dont have to handle
the blast media and the blast
area remains cleaner.
The disadvantage is
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the additional complexity of the system and

greater difficulty in changing media, like switching
between rock media and glass media. If,
however, youre only going to be doing glass and
cleanliness is an issue, you might want to look at
this design as your first choice.
This type of cabinet was not available when we
were shopping for our first system and would
probably not have fit into the space we had
available at the time. Once we relocated our
operation and had space for a second cabinet this
is the design we chose. Our experience is that
1. Fully integrated systems are cleaner.
With our first cabinet it is necessary from time-to-time to drain the cabinet of
abrasive media and reload the pressure-pot. In the process of reloading the
pressure-pot it is necessary to screen the abrasive media to remove foreign
contaminates. This can be a messy process and always generates some airborne
dust; not a problem if youre in a shop environment, but can be messy in a showroom.
With our self-contained system we simply depressurize the pressure-pot and open the
top of the pot with a remote lever. The recycled media drops down into the pot. There
is a screen in the bottom of the cabinet, just above the opening for the pressure-pot.
It is necessary to occasionally remove debris from this screen; a shop-vac works well
for this task.
2. Systems with separate pressure-pots are easier to switch abrasive media into
and out of; provided you have a separate pot for each type of media you plan to use.
With either system, cleaning out a pressure-pot to change abrasive media is a
chore. You need to drain the media completely, especially if you are switching
from an abrasive used with brick and rock to one for glass. Our experience is
that small bits of rock and stone debris that are dislodged during sandblasting
will go through the screening process and mix with the recycled abrasive. If the
recycled abrasive is then used for glass and the rock debris impacts glass or
crystal, it may cause damage to the finished product. Its not an issue for other
stone projects, but you will want to avoid switching abrasive from stone to glass.
each type of product;

one for stone, typically
with 80-grit; one
for standard glass,
typically 180-grit; and
perhaps one for very
fine work, like photos,
typically 220 to 240grit.
Conclusion
There are about a
half dozen sources for
sandblasting cabinets.
ACDRPs Graphic
Products Guide lists
those involved in our
industry. You might
consider limiting your search to these companies, since they will be more attuned to
needs of the personalization industry.
Wed suggest you evaluate your needs, attend trade shows where sandblast equipment
is available to try out, and talk to vendors before you make your final selection.
Next issue we will conclude our series on cabinets with a review of all of the cabinets
that we currently have information on.
Judy McDaniel, with her husband John are owners of JHM Marketing and
CorelDRAWhelp, Inc. They provide consulting and training services for the industry.
Currently they are both Corel Training Partners. They have been using CorelDRAW
for personalization processes since 1989; and teach it for, engraving, sandblasting,
sublimation, etc., since 1991. They offer private training at selected locations
throughout the U.S., and on location for corporate customers. They also have a
series of interactive video lessons teaching CorelDRAW available on-line, and
on CD. (For information on training services and video lessons available visit www.
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By John McDaniel
Material Hold-Down Part 2

The Importance of Overall Machine Design
Individual machine components work together to produce the products we sell.
Machine components include: Motors, the Drive Unit, Guide Rails, Encoders,
Tachometers, Bearings, Spindles, Material Hold Down, and the Electronic Interface.
There are a number of engineering designs incorporated in various machines. Different
designs allow these machines to accomplish similar results. The differences between
designs decide the machines Accuracy, Reliability, Serviceability and Obsolescence.
The attributes of a machine, are the result of quality components, properly chosen
during the design phase. The
quality and accuracy of these
components greatly affect the
reliability of the machine, and
the quality of the products it
can produce.
Picture 1: A simple effective design incorporates a

single vacuum feed port in the center of the table.
Where we are in our

discussion of hardware
design elements
In past articles weve
discussed Motors, the Drive
Unit, Guide Rails, Encoders,
Tachometers, Bearings, and
Spindles. This time well
continue our discussion of
Material Hold-Down methods.
Material Holding Considerations

Mechanical engravers apply force directly to the part thats being engraved or
machined. Therefore, the method used to secure the blank product or raw material to
the machines table can have a significant impact on the quality of the finished product.
Laser engravers typically do not apply force to the part; and therefore material holddown methods are somewhat less critical with lasers. Normally the weight of the
blank product is sufficient to prevent movement during engraving. That said, during
laser engraving, lightweight items can sometimes be moved by machine vibration or
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in some cases by the exhaust

air flow.
For either type of engraving
machine, the attachment
method is dictated in part by the
machines table construction.
Mechanical engraving machine
tables generally are: (1) flat
surfaced, (2) flat surfaced fitted
with fixed or removable clamps
Picture 2: A custom holding fixture can be
or a vice, (3) flat surfaced with
created for any flat object.
a vacuum feed, (4) T-slot, or (5)
bolt down. T-slot and bolt down tables can also make use of table clamps and vices.
Laser engraving machine tables generally are: (1) flat surfaced, (3) flat surfaced with
a vacuum feed, or (6) honeycombed for cutting applications.
Some laser engravers and
some mechanical engravers
also have cylindrical object
holding devices available
as attachments. We will
consider the impact of those
devices later.
Table flatness
Last time we went into detail
explaining the importance of
table flatness for both laser
Picture 3: A general purpose fixture using the
and mechanical engravers.
center-feed vacuum-table can easily be made by
In short, laser-beam focus
machining a vacuum channel in one side
for laser engravers, and
of a piece of acrylic.
depth of cut for mechanical
engravers, are impacted by table flatness. The bottom line is that table
flatness can impact product quality.
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This time well consider flatsurfaced tables with vacuum

feeds.
Flat-surface tables
with vacuum feeds for
Mechanical Engravers
Vacuum tables can range
from simple designs to very
elaborate. A simple effective
design incorporates a single
vacuum feed port in the
center of the table. See
picture 1.
Picture 4: Specialty holding devices can also be
With a machine that has a
created, such as this vice mounted on top
single vacuum port, custom
of a clear piece of acrylic that is held
holding fixtures can be
to the table by vacuum.
created for any flat object
by using a thin sheet or block of acrylic with a single hole in the center; and vacuum
channels cut into both the top and bottom. The bottom channels hold the fixture to
the table and the top channels hold the engraving piece to the fixture. See picture 2.
A general purpose fixture
using the center-feed
vacuum-table can easily
be made by machining a
vacuum channel in one side
of a piece of acrylic. The
piece is then turned over,
vacuumed to the machines
table and milled flat. See
picture 3.
Picture 5: The vacuum vice is used, in mechanical

engraving machines, to hold uneven material
flat in relation to the cutter.
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In use, this piece is vacuumed

to the machines table and
becomes a renewable
surface that can be used
with double-faced tape
for all kinds of production
applications. The surface
can be renewed
as necessary by
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re-machining it.
Specialty holding devices
can also be created using
a single port vacuum feed.
Picture 4 is a vice mounted
on top of a clear piece of
acrylic that is held to the
table by vacuum. The
bottom of the acrylic piece
has channels cut into it to
distribute the vacuum over
a greater surface.
Picture 6: Some lasers use the exhaust air to create
a vacuum for material hold-down purposes.
The vacuum vice

A variation of the vacuum
table is the vacuum vice. The vacuum vice is used, in mechanical engraving machines,
to hold uneven material flat in relation to the cutter. See picture 5.
As anyone who has worked with thick acrylic can testify, it is not uniform in thickness.
This is caused by different cooling rates of the materials center and edges when acrylic
is cast. The vacuum vice overcomes this problem by holding the material off the table
surface. It grips the material by its edges and holds the surface of the acrylic thats
to be engraved, against a known, machined surface, the top edge.
The vacuum vice comes as a pair of precision clamps with vacuum ports machined in
their bases. The pair is machined so that the top holding edges are exactly the same
distance from the base. Adjustable clamps slide up the inside to hold the material
against the top edge. In use, they can be placed anywhere on a flat table; they present
a flat surface to the cutter while the uneven surface faces down toward the table.
Vacuum tables also come in much more elaborate designs. In fact, there are tables
manufactured for industrial mills that cost more than many engraving machines. One
such design has adjustable vacuum ports and O-ring seals. Its touted as a quick
change table. I mention it only to point out that vacuum can be used for everything
from simple engraving to heavy machine work.
Flat surface tables with vacuum feeds for Laser Engravers
Since laser engravers dont apply force to the product during engraving, many are
not equipped with any type of hold-down hardware.
That said, there is at least one manufacturer that uses the exhaust air to create a
vacuum for material hold-down purposes. See pictures 6 and 7.
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In this design a part of the

exhaust air is drawn through
ports that are normally
below the table surface
during engraving. The flatsurfaced table has holes
in it that are spaced over
the entire surface. Some
exhaust air is drawn through
these holes thereby creating
a hold-down vacuum. For
materials that require the
hold-down, unused table
holes can be covered with
tape or other materials to
concentrate the vacuum
where needed.
Picture 7: Some lasers use under table airflow

ports to enhance the vacuum effect.
Next time well look at T-slot and bolt-down tables.

John McDaniel along with his wife Judy are owners of JHM Marketing and
CorelDRAWhelp, Inc. They provide consulting and training services for the industry.
Currently they are both Corel Training Partners and offer private and group training
seminars. They also have a series of interactive video lessons teaching CorelDRAW
available on-line, and on CD. (For information on training services and video lessons
available visit www.CorelDRAWhelp.com) You may contact them via email at mail@
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more tips on CorelDRAW, and theyd like to know how other people
are using the program for different projects. So we invite you to submit
examples of artwork youve created, along with a description of how you
did it, and your bio with a photo. We are looking for everything from
brochures and flyers to sign and t-shirt artwork.
To share your tips, just send an email to the editor at editor@coreldrawhelp.
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Throughout the year, this publication has reported on whats new

in equipment, tools and software, and blank products for businesses
that put graphics onto products.
For this 2009 wrap-up, CorelDRAWHelp editorial staff reviewed
all the product news for the year and named 27 products to its annual
Top Products of the Year list.
Selections were based on the criteria of innovation and impact.
Innovation means products that exhibit a high degree of originality
or uniqueness. Impact means products that influence sales or
productivity for a large number of businesses.
Note that the 2009 honorees are listed alphabetically in the three
theme sections.
Use the Info Request button at the bottom of the page to get more
information on companies and products listed.
EQUIPMENT
BITO unveils new single-head E-Laser

BITO of Oceanside, NY, has introduced embroidery lasercutting equipment for a singlehead embroidery machine.
This makes this versatile technology affordable for shops
of all sizes. The patented Proel E-Laser system uses the
embroidery machine frame movement to guide the laser,
and it can be attached to any model singlehead machine.

With the E-Laser, appliqu fabric is simply laid over the hooped
garment where it is cut without any need for sticky adhesive
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sprays. Once its cut, the embroidery machine automatically sews the appliqu
according to whatever stitch is selected. In addition to traditional appliqu, it can be
used for distressed appliqu, reverse appliqu, and multiple layers at a much greater
speed than possible using traditional methods. It also can be used for applying appliqu
to finished caps. According to BITO, it is the first and only machine with this capability
The laser head is mounted 1 1/2 inches above the fabric and cutting is accurate
to within 1/100th of an inch. The power can easily be adjusted to match a range of
fabric thicknesses and design needs.The footprint of the E-Laser is only 12 inches
by 15 inches so it does not take up a lot of space, and it is expandable to support up
to four embroidery heads.
Brother announces delivery of new GT-782 DTG Printer

The Brother International Corporation Industrial
Products Division of Bridgewater, NJ, a global leader
in the industrial sewing market, announced they have
installed the first GT-782 white-ink-capable dualplaten garment printer.

The Brother GT-782 is the perfect inkjet garment printer for medium to high
volume shops. Because of its unique ability to print multiple prints simultaneously,
production can increase as a result of reduced cycle times and fast flexible
downloading of new images. Inkjet garment printing is more economical, faster,
and cleaner than traditional screen printing methods, plus it requires significantly
less operating space and business start up costs. With the GT-782, decorators can
create one of a kind shirts or mass production runs -- regardless of the number
of colors -- without having to create film positives, stretching screens, and using
chemicals to reclaim these screens. There is no limit to the number of colors you
can print, and the colors remain crisp and vibrant even after repeated washings.

Brother offers a full line of industrial sewing and embroidery machines, software,
accessories, parts (PAS Store) and training from the single head to multi-head models.

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Cond Expands Line of GX Series Sublimation Printers

Cond Systems of Mobile, AL, has
introduced the DyeTrans GX5050N. This
new lightweight printer with 8.5x11/8.5x14
media output and built-in ink delivery system is
an extremely cost-effective printer that boasts
amazing image quality, lightning fast print
speed, and up to three separate paper trays.
Whether its for those just getting started in the
sublimation transfer business or for those that
dont require larger media output, the GX5050N
delivers laser printer speed at a very low cost
per page. Were responding to the markets
interest in a low cost, easy-to-use printer capable
of producing mousepads, mugs, name badges,
ceramic tiles, and jewelry, said David Gross, President of Cond. Photo kiosks and
businesses with portable transfer systems can benefit greatly from this exciting new printer.
The GX5050Ns 4-color printing utilizes next generation Sawgrass sublimation
gel ink cartridges (CMYK) - providing an initial ink cost savings over 6-color and 8-color
cartridge printers with none of the hassles of a bulk ink delivery system.
Hirsch offers Mimaki GP604 DTG dual platen printer

A new removable dual platen, designed for the Mimaki GP604 and offered
exclusively by Hirsch International of Hauppauge, NY, makes it possible to do two adult
shirts or one adult and one youth shirt at the same time. The platens also can be pushed
together to do oversize designs measuring up to 24 by 16 inches. Oversize graphics
can be done on shirts, towels, or almost anything that can be laid flat on the platen.

Pull the platens apart and do split-front shirts using the space between to sink
the buttons below the printing level. This
feature is handy for doing baseball jerseys,
zippered hoodies, and the like. Because
the Mimaki automatically adjusts for height
up to 5 inches, it will print over seams,
pockets, zippers, waistbands and bulky
items such as jackets and fleece with no fear
of striking the print head with the substrate.

In addition to doing oversize and split
fronts, the dual platens can be configured
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to do a full back print on one shirt while doing a front chest print on the other shirt.
Or do an adult and a youth size at the same time. The oversize feature also can be
used to print framed art canvas to provide customers with family or scenic photos,
fine art, and more.
Roland introduces revolutionary VersaUV LED-UV

Inkjet Printer/Cutter

Roland DGA Corp., a leading
provider of wide-format inkjet
printers and integrated printer/
cutters based in Irvine, CA, has
introduced the VersaUV LEC-330 30 roll-to-roll LED-UV inkjet printer/cutter.
The DPI-award-winning VersaUV series is the worlds first LED-UV inkjet printer/
cutter line and the industrys only production tool to print CMYK + White + Clear
Coat and contour cut designs all in one device through one seamless workflow.
The LEC-330 is Rolands newest VersaUV model, joining the original 30 LEC-300.

The VersaUV LEC-330 prints on an unprecedented range of substrates
including metallic surfaces for labels, decals, POP displays and posters and
semi-rigid sheet stocks such as card stocks for folding cartons and thicker
polycarbonate sheets for membrane switch applications. It also prints on offset
paper stock, BOPP, PE and PET film for highly accurate proofs, prototypes and
comps. The LEC-330 can be used to create original patterns and 3D domed
corporate logos directly onto synthetic and natural leathers. Other applications
include interior dcor items such as customized window coverings and tapestries.

The LEC-330 is a versatile pre-press and proofing device that can
save commercial printers the many costs associated with press downtime.
VersaUV shops can also eliminate outsourcing for short production runs
for customized graphics and wraps of virtually any shape, size and texture.

The new LEC-330 is a remarkable innovation that allows professionals to produce
truly unique prototypes and finished products using the substrate of their choice
and to enhance graphics with an amazing range of effects and finishes, said Rick
Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland.The VersaUV LEC-330 is
priced at $59,995 U.S. and available through Authorized Roland Dealers.
Splash of Color introduces new
HeatWave DFP-64 Fabric Printer

Splash of Color, a leading distributor of computer graphics peripherals
and an authorized Roland Partner based in Richardson, TX, has introduced
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the innovative new HeatWave

6 4 d i r e c t - t o - f a b r i c p r i n t e r.
Affordably priced at $59,995,
the new HeatWave DFP-64
direct-to-fabric digital printer is
a complete solution that prints
directly onto polyester fabrics
and other substrates for flawless
results. The system features
precision media handling
components and an advanced
on-board sublimation unit that
together ensure outstanding image quality and rich, saturated colors for flags,
banners, textiles and soft signage that maintain their natural drape and texture.

We designed the DFP-64 to reach this new price point without compromising
on the capabilities of the feeding system or the quality and consistency of the
sublimation output, said Keith Faulkner, President of Splash of Color. In
addition to flags, banners and soft signage, the DFP-64 is engineered with a
cork covered cylinder that enables shops to print on stretchable fabrics such
as Lycra, Spandex and other sports textiles. As a complete solution including
printer, sublimation unit, bulk ink system and RIP software, the DFP-64 makes
it easier than ever for shops to address the fast-growing textile printing market.

The DFP-64 is priced at $59,995 and available through authorized Splash of
Color HeatWave resellers. Founded in 1986, Splash of Color, Inc. is a distributor of
computer graphics peripherals specializing in direct-to-fabric printing solutions, color
management, laminators and finishing equipment.
Stahls ID introduces The MAXXtm Heat Press

Stahls ID Direct of St. Clair
Shores, MI, the industrys leading
supplier of materials and equipment
for heat application on garments,
introduces The MAXX Press.

This economical line of heat
presses is perfect for start-ups, home use and low production pressing. Each
press features a digital time and temperature readout, patented over-the-center
pressure adjustment, Teflon coated heat platen, and a smooth shock opening.

The MAXX heat presses are available in three sizes. Select from the portable
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11 x 15, the standard 15 x 15 or the 16 x 20 for heat pressing large transfers. In

addition, you can also order the MAXX Cap Press with interchangeable cap platens
for pressing different caps including low and full crown, low profile and oversized caps.

The MAXX heat press line is ideal for heat applying graphics onto a variety
of textiles including caps, T-shirts and left chest logos. Both reasonably priced and
portable, the heat presses all feature wide openings for easy layout, interchangeable
platens, and a lifetime warranty on the heating elements. You can be assured that
these high quality products will be a great asset to any personalization business.

Stahls ID Direct is a world leader specializing in the development, manufacturing,
and distribution of heat printing technologies. Stahls ID Direct provides customers
with the most cost effective and efficient ways to decorate garments, from one piece
to a thousand pieces.
Vastex introduces new BigRed V Series of Conveyor Dryers

Vastex International of Allentown, PA, announces the introduction of two new
infrared curing systems: the BigRed-V30 and
BigRed-V54. Both are designed to meet the
demands of todays garment decorators
who produce digitally printed garments
as well as water-based, discharge,
and plastisol prints. The BigRed
V Series dryers are versatile,
fast, expandable, and maintain the
Vastex tradition of efficiency and maximum
productivity in a minimal amount of space.
The BigRed-V series dryers bring
garment curing to a new level with
two independent air handling systems. The first is a
total chamber skin cooling system that is linked to an
adjustable velocity gate, which controls the forced-air power through the heaters.
The Scrub-Air blower always operates to filter the air that keeps the skin and
controls cool and operator safe. The second system is a negative air exhaust that
pulls heat, moisture, and contaminants from the chamber, through the belt. This
system is powerful, targeted, and focused. It aids in the curing process by quickly
and efficiently directing the exhaust while driving the heat through the garments.

Production rates for the new dryers are faster for their size and power
consumption than just about any other machine on the market, according
to Vastex. Speeds of up to 1,800 garments per hour for plastisol and
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900 per hour for water-based and discharge are achievable. Rates for digitally
printed garments will vary depending on the printer used and color of ink.
Vastex has new DiGiT Instant Numbering System

An all-new DiGiT instant
numbering system from Vastex of
Allentown, PA, converts any rearclamp manual screen printing press
with 2 to 10 stations into a highperformance yet economical athletic
numbering press in 20 seconds,
according to Mark Vasilantone,
president.
The system uses two standardsize screens, each with five numbers.
Each screen is clamped into one of
two sliding rail assemblies secured
by the rear screen clamps on any manual press.

Both sliding rail assemblies have a roller bearing with detents and a yellow
target arrow allowing the operator to slide the screen left or right, and simply
push down to lock the desired number in place, ready to print. The detents
also allow quick removal of extra space between number 1 and the adjacent
number, as well as shifting/centering of the entire two-digit number on the shirt.

According to the company, one operator can print up to 60, 2-digit shirts
per hour in one color, or up to 40 in two colors. Two operators can print
up to 120, 2-digit shirts per hour in one color, or up to 60 in two colors.

V2NS-8 system rail assemblies, numbering screens, screen positives, squeegees
and squeegee rest tubes can be purchased as components, or as complete packages
starting at $895 with numbering screens and $595 without. All are shippable via UPS.
Xenetech Invents First Duo Laser & Diamond
Drag Desktop EngraveR

Xenetech of Baton Rouge, LA, announced that the company has combined the
laser engraving and cutting of a CO2 laser with diamond drag engraving capability
of a rotary engraver into one system. Xenetechs new Duo will enable engraving
on a wide variety of materials including reflective metals aluminum, brass, silver,
gold, and stainless steel, plastics, wood, acrylics, leather, glass, coated metals, and
more. The company believes this technology is the first of its kind in the world and
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has a patent pending.

The Duo fits on a desktop and sports a futuristic
looking case. It features a full color touch screen
control pendant, a sturdy four-point leadscrew/rail
table mount design, 4 of z axis clearance, a dual
laser and diamond drag capable motion system, a
rigid extruded x-axis with polymer bearings, and 75
inches per second raster engraving capability. Each
system will ship with a copy of XGW-32 professional engraving application software
which enables both laser and rotary engraving. In addition, a laser print driver
will be available for use with third party design software such as CorelDraw.

Xenetech develops and manufactures a full line of computerized rotary engraving
systems, laser engraving systems, and professional engraving software for the
recognition, sign, rubber stamp, jewelry, gift, and industrial marking industries.
Established in 1986, the company is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and maintains
a global distribution network.
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ACDRP launches Video Training Library for CorelDRAW Users

The Association of CorelDRAW Professionals
announces the launch of a new Video Training Library for
CorelDRAW Users.

The new Video Training Library currently features 66
videos with more to come on a regular basis. Videos use stepby-step screen shots with voiceover narrative to provide an
excellent training tool. Current selections include 40 videos on
CorelDRAW features, and 26 videos on job setup applications
for laser engraving, sandblasting, and print operations.

The new Video Training Library is available as part of
the new Premium Membership, which includes:

All the benefits of Basic Membership access to
exclusive content and discounts.

24/7 year-round access to the Video Library

Unlimited listings in the Graphic Services Guide to promote your business

Two email consultations per year with CorelDRAW Training
Partners (on CorelDRAW issues not covered in the videos).
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The Premium Membership is $240 a year (equivalent to $20 a month), but it is
being offered at an Introductory Rate of $180 for a limited time.More details on the
Video Library and membership are available at this link.
ASI presents Virtual Trade Show for Promotional Products

Advertising Specialty Institute , of Trevose, PA, introduced a free virtual
trade show for advertising specialty industry distributors. The all-day online
event will provide opportunities for distributors, suppliers and
decorators to network and sell in real-time and distributors
can also participate in online ASI education sessions.
Research indicates that online marketers agree virtual events
often result in targeted leads and that most people visit at least 16 locations and
download five resources. ASI joins companies like Sony and Oracle in employing
this technologically advanced way to do business. The ASI Virtual Trade Show hours
are 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and the show will be available anytime for
six months following the live event.
ASI announces ESP Web and ESP Orders

The Advertising Specialty Institute of Trevose, PA, announced it is
launching two all-new ESP products: ESP Web and ESP Orders. The
revolutionary services are available using standard Internet
browsers, including Microsofts Internet Explorer,MozillasFirefox
andApplesSafari, allowing for instant access anytime and anywhere
to products, supplier data, orders and customer information.

ESP Web is a revolutionary update of ASIs flagship sourcing and marketing
tool ESP Online. It includes features that will significantly increase sales and
productivity for distributors: guided navigation; end-buyer presentation tool;
single screen interface with tabs; and integrated order management module.

ESP Orders, being released with ESP Web, is a complete order management
program based on the best practices of industry-leading distributors. ESP
Orders allows distributors to: create sales and purchase orders; invoice
customers automatically; and export orders to specific bookkeeping systems.

ESP is the industrys leading sourcing and marketing program with 2.5
million promotional product searches conducted in a typical month. Over
32,000 distributors use ESP to access every product in the industry
from 3,500 reputable ASI suppliers and to market their products to end-buyers.

There are no additional costs to current ESP Online users who switch to ESP
Web, and special pricing is available for ESP Orders.
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Dalco offers new Lifestyle Wall Graphics

Make it easy to let family, fans, and friends
know what team they are rooting for with new
Lifestyle Wall Graphics from Dalco Athletic of
Dallas, TX. The customer supplies a digital image
of a player, team, cheerleader, or school mascot
and name. The image is blown up and printed on
peel-and-stick paper that can be affixed to any
smooth surface such as a wall or a door. It also can
be applied to poster board or foam board so that
the poster can be moved around. Lifestyle Wall
Graphics are ideal as fund-raisers, promotional
items, or make a great gift for family and friends.

Dalco offers three template design choices
and a variety of sizes to choose from. Templates
include a magazine cover, a combination design
that includes an individual shot at the top and a
team shot at the bottom, or a single individual. Posters come in two sizes 48 inches
(4 feet) and 84 inches (7 feet). There also is an 8-by-10 inch grandparents size. To
order, send a high-resolution digital image. A size of 6 mega pix or higher is preferred.
Turnaround time is approximately 10 days from receipt of approved artwork. Discounts
are available for volume orders.
IMPRINTABLES WAREHOUSE introduces Pimpashirt.com
Self-proclaimed apparel emcees and Imprintables
Warehouse employees, Josh Ellsworth (Uniontown, PA)
and Mike Koval (Washington, PA) introduce the launch of
Pimpashirt.com. The Web site, which features a new way
to pimp or customize a T-shirt each week, communicates
its lessons through how-to videos and blog posts.
With unemployment rising and a down economy,
Pimpashirt.com has set its sights on bringing fresh,
relevant decorating techniques to aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to launch a
business and carve out a niche in customized apparel. According to Ellsworth, the
market is ripe. People want to customize. Just look at any major social networking
Web site there is always the option to edit the way your profile page looks or
upload your own photo or avatar. Kids and adults want to do the same
thing with apparel, especially T-shirts our culture wants customization
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and exclusivity. Pimpashirt.com is here to help make that happen for people.

In addition to the educational aspect, Pimpashirt.com also gives away their one-ofa-kind T-shirt created each week to one lucky winner. To sign up for the T-shirt giveaway
and receive updates when a new shirt is created, visit them online. Pimpashirt can
also be found on Twitter, updating their followers with the latest creations and weekly
winners at twitter.com/pimpashirt.
Roland introduces First Metallic Silver Eco-Solvent Ink

Roland DGA Corp. of Irvine, CA,
announced new Metallic Silver ECO-SOL
MAX ink (ESL3-MT) for the SOLJET PRO
III XC-540MT 54 inkjet printer/cutter, the
industrys first metallic ink for eco-solvent
inkjet printing.

Awarded 2009 DPI Product of the
Year, new Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX
ink creates vibrant silver text and graphics previously impossible with any inkjet printer.
It can also be combined with CMYK to produce an entire spectrum of metallic hues
including gold, bronze and other pearlescent colors. This breakthrough silver ink
technology delivers high density for brilliant effects on vinyl, paper, PET film, banner
and canvas. Applications include labels, window decorations, stickers, packaging
prototypes, POP displays, signs, posters, banners, apparel heat transfers, vehicle
graphics and wraps.

Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink is available exclusively for the new XC-540MT
inkjet printer/cutter, based on renowned SOLJET PRO III technology.

We are proud to lead the industry as the first major printer manufacturer to
introduce metallic silver eco-solvent ink, said Andrew Oransky, director of product
management for Roland. In the past, metallic graphics could only be produced using
more complex commercial printing processes. Now, for the first time, professionals can
create stunning metallic effects with all the efficiency of eco-solvent inkjet technology.
Metallic inks open up a whole new color palette, command premium pricing and add
sophistication to any graphic or marketing message.
Siser N.A. Offers New 3D Xpand CAD-material
The latest cutter material from Siser North America, located in Brecksville, OH, is
a puff that will allow users to add dimension and texture to any graphic design. 3D
Xpand is designed to be applied to 100% cotton, 100% polyester, or cotton/poly
blends.
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When heat is applied, 3D Xpand puffs
up to create a unique bubbly texture to letters
and shapes. It can create an authentic appliqu
look without using embroidery or the popular
retro vintage look. It can be used for numbering
uniforms such as baseball, soccer, or basketball
or for a wide range of novelty or fashion shirts.
Imagine creating special effects for a design with
a snowman, clouds, or bubbling froth on top of a
beverage. It also is ideal for mixed media such as
appliqu or screen printing.

Siser North America, the worlds largest
manufacturer of heat transfer materials, carries
a full line of heat transfer materials for use with
cutters and print-and-cut equipment.
Stahls ID offers custom cut Boxercraft Designs for Spiritwear
Stahls ID Direct of St. Clair Shores, MI, has
teamed up with Boxercraft, the leading supplier of
spiritwear, to provide exciting new decorating and
personalization options just in time for the upcoming
school year.
Boxercraft offers plaids, prints and other
unique patterns for school wear, team wear and
corporate apparel. Stahls ID Direct will offer eight
of their most popular patterns that can be produced
onto a design that dealers can then sew onto a
variety of garments. The patterns include black/gold
plaid, brown/pink plaid, navy/silver plaid, orange/
white plaid, pink/black plaid, leopard and zebra print,
and madras pink.
Boxercraft patterns can be ordered from
Stahls appliqu collection with 12 shapes for
easy embellishments, auto-stitch letters and
numbers for creating specialty numbers, Custom Made Easy line which
features a variety of stock designs for easy customization, or as a custom
cut design. The new patterns will be the perfect complement to the
Boxercraft line of flannel shorts, pajama pants, boxers, and hoodies.
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Stahls ID Direct is a world leader specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of
heat printing technologies. Stahls ID Direct provides customers with the most cost effective and efficient
ways to decorate garments, from one piece to a thousand pieces.
Stahls ID Direct introduces CAD-PRINTZ Wall Graphics

Stahls ID Direct of St. Clair Shores, MI, introduced CAD-PRINTZ Wall
Graphics, which are great for creating life-size sports poses or action shots.
Decorate team locker rooms, recreation rooms, bedrooms, and more in minutes.

Using CAD-PRINTZ technology, images are digitally printed in full
color on a special durable fabric media. This unique media can be applied
quickly and easily to almost any smooth, clean, dry surface. It can even
be removed and repositioned without ripping or wrinkling the fabric.

The process is simple. Dealers simply upload a high-resolution photo or
image and create their own custom design or select from one of the available
templates. Custom designs can be contour cut to create amazing life-like
designs. Available templates include a player portrait card or team portrait
card and each card is available in three different sizes.

Stahls ID Direct is a world leader specializing in the development,
manufacturing, and distribution of heat printing technologies.
Looks like Marble

Engraves like Marble
But it is
Granite
The first new laser engraving stone for the

laser engraving industry in the last 5 years
LaserGrade MB Granite
Scott Fresener launches T-Biz Network website

Industry veteran Scott Fresener has started a new website and internet services
called T-Biz Network International, LLC. The new website features industry forums,
business directory/buyers guide, free classified ads, blogs by leading industry experts,
excellent technical articles, 100s of videos at T-Biz Tube (like YouTube), online training
and certification, books and DVDs, live chat, industry events calendar, free downloads,
T-Seps separation software, internet domain name and web hosting services, and much
more.
Freseners goal is to make T-Biz Network the #1 bookmark for garment decorators
worldwide and he uses the tag line that T-Biz is the new voice of the garment decorating
industry. Membership is free for the site and members receive discounts from industry
supplier/sponsors and other member benefits.
Universal Laser introduces new
1-Touch Laser Photo software

Universal Laser Systems, Inc. (ULS) of Scottsdale, AZ, a leading manufacturer of CO2 lasers and laser
engraving solutions, announces the release of 1-Touch Laser Photo software. 1-Touch Laser Photo
allows users to easily engrave photos onto a variety of materials without the need to use third-party
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photo editing software, thus saving time and effort when laser engraving photos.

Ease of use and consistent quality are assured with 1-Touch Laser Photo. Filters
have been applied for various materials so customers can skip the lengthy trial and
error that normally accompanies photo engraving on
materials. No need to utilize photo editing software
in order to process a photo for laser engraving.
1-Touch Laser Photo is so intuitive that the entire
process consists of selecting the material and
clicking print. Customers can achieve consistent
results and get great quality every time they run
a job.

1-Touch Laser Photo currently works with
eight different materials, including marble, tile,
microsurfaced plastic, anodized aluminum,
acrylic, coated metal, and leather. Other
features of 1-Touch Laser Photo include sizing,
rotating, cropping, and mirroring tools for customizing the photo engraving process
based on the photo and material.

1-Touch Laser Photo is versatile and easy to use and even allows users to save
the processed image and run it through other graphic software programs.
Wilcom unveils Deco Network Online Fulfillment Center

Wilcom DecoNetwork.com, developed by Wilcom International of Sydney,
Australia, with offices in the U.S. and Europe, is an all encompassing business solution
that empowers your clients to use the power of the World Wide Web to promote and
sell their products.

Unlike other clunky start your own website solutions, DecoNetwork.com is
specialized for the Direct
to Garment, Embroidery,
Promotion, Sublimation
and Screen-print
industry. Your customer need not be web savvy to start selling their products online.

Wilcom DecoNetwork.com does not just help you start a website, it is a complete
e-Commerce solution that has additional tools that no other web solution offers. This
includes the ability for you to enable consumers to customize any product they like.

It also gives you the ability to set up Affiliate sites for your customers (such as
schools, clubs, and corporations) at no charge, while also using the viral nature of
this network to grow your revenue with little or no investment.
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Put simply, DecoNetwork.com is an order processing system, a salesperson, and
adverting specialist. Key features include:

DecoNetwork.com is wizard based so NO experience is required to setup your
e-Commerce site

DecoNetwork.com is a complete business solution that offers consumers the
ability to customize products

DecoNetwork.com is an Order Management system

Fulfillment Centers can create custom sites (at no cost) for key accounts to
encourage online purchases and reduce operating cost.

Dollar for dollar Wilcom DecoNetwork.com is the best investment any company
can make. Wilcom does not charge any domain name fees, bandwidth limitations,
charge and setup or maintenance fees.

There are three different Wilcom DecoNetwork.com plans depending on the
number of transactions a business expects to make. Customers can pay monthly or
receive a discounted price for paying annually.
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Conde offer Neoprene Wristbands
& Laptop Cases

Cond Systems of Mobile, AL, has added Neoprene wristbands and laptop
cases to its DyeTrans family of sublimatable products.
In addition to being a great promotional item for
groups and organizations of all types, these unique
imprintable Neoprene wristbands are ideal for
school field trips, workshops/seminars, corporate
events, and religious functions. Digital
decorators can transfer photo
quality images and
graphics onto the
wristbands, making them
an attractive and colorful alternative to standard
embossed, debossed, and screen printed wristbands.
Available in youth and adult sizes.

Avoid the bulk of a traditional laptop case with a
soft, durable, weather-resistant neoprene case that
cushions and protects laptop computers from
scratches. Available in two sizes (14.2x10.8
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and 16.4x13), these handy top-loading cases with zipper closures, black gussets,
and two large imprintable panels can be used on their own or inside a briefcase or
backpack for additional protection.
large pocket for bills and slots for credit cards, photo ID and a 4.625 x 3.375 white
panel for sublimation.

For those who prefer fabric, there is a blue denim wallet with snap opening,
separate zippered change pocket, full-size bill pocket, credit card slots, a convenient
photo ID holder and 2.875 x 4.625 white panel for sublimation.

All three wallets are currently in stock and ready to ship in time for holiday giftgiving. For more information or to place an order, please contact Johnson Plastics
at 800-869-7800 or www.johnsonplastics.com.
GlassLink Awards offers new unconventional,

vibrantly hued awards
GlassLink Awards of Fort Wayne, IN, began with a vision of creating unconventional,
vibrantly hued glass art. They started out as a small,
Midwestern art glass studio and have evolved into the
award and recognition business you see today. They
individually handcraft each award so there is never an
exact duplicate and draw on over 20 years of art glass
design and technical experience to create each award
through the processes of glass fusing and sandcarving.
They are united by a passion for glass. No other
medium has the dynamic movement, form variation
and color vibrancy of this changeable substance. This
spirit of mutability has led to their commitment to
progressiveness and innovation of design and function.
They have evolved that vision into a captivating line ofthe
finest recognition awards and personalized gifts in the
market that may be proudly displayed and cherished
for years.
Their specialty is in breaking away from the average,
ordinary and expected. They believe you should give
a gift that willsurpass all expectations and keep them
wanting more.Exceed all expectations
LaserSketch introduces new LaserGranite material

LaserSketch of Lemont, Illinois
has announced a new laser engraving
stone, LaserGrade MB Granite. This is
the first new laser engraving stone to be
introduced to the laser engraving industry
in the last 5 years. It looks and engraves
like absolute black marble, but it is a
very fine to no-grain (crystal) super black
granite.

Without the crystal structure of
typical granite, engravers are capable
of engraving the same high resolution
pictures as on LaserGrade Absolute
Black Marble. This is not a replacement
for Absolute Black Marble but gives the
engraver a material that can be walked-on and engraved with the same high resolution
photographs. The LaserGrade MB Granite is available only at www.LaserSketch.com.
Johnson Plastics offers new

sublimatable wallets

Johnson Plastics of Minneapolis, MN, has added
three new wallets to their growing line of sublimatable
gift items -- just in time for the holiday season. Their new
checkbook-size wallet is constructed of black pebbled
leatherette with a large 3 x 7.25 white sublimatable panel
and features a zippered coin purse, several slots for credit
cards, a checkbook holder and snap closures. There is
also a new black trifold wallet of smooth leatherette with
Transfer Express offers Signature Shirts

Boost sales to schools, teams, and a wide range of organizations with Signature
Shirts, a custom transfer program that includes personal signatures. Offered by
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Conde Systems
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New GX Printers
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Versa UV Printer
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MAXX Heat Press
Big Red V Dryers
DiGiT Instant Numbering System
New DUO Engraver
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Imprintables Warehouse
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Transfer Express
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By Donna M. Gray, CRM
A Business Wish List for Santa

asked for some more things, but you might
get annoyed if he wants too much.
The other day, as I was beginning

my list of goals for 2010, I began to
think that to make some of the lofty
things I want for next year happen,
I have to put some things into
place, starting right now.
Thats when I realized that
our business needed a
Wish List for Santa. With
that in mind, I sat down to
write
Pat & Pam Holley, from Dynamic Trophy &

Awards,
in
Shreveport, LA,
are asking you
to bring them
some
new
laser equipment
early in 2010 and
some more in 2011.
Since their family
business is growing,
(they have a beautiful
granddaughter, with a
lovely name, Madison)
theyll need even more
new equipment soon.
Dear Santa,
My name is Donna. My
industry peers and I have
been as good as we can be,
this past year. We made friends
with lots of new customers.
We were very nice when
customers were very rude.
We all did some volunteer
work. We helped other people who
needed us. We didnt complain when we had some
equipment failure (Ok, maybe just a little). Our mommies
and daddies always told us that if we are good, you will
bring us lots of good stuff. Here is some stuff that we
want you to put in your sleigh for us.
Mike Montecalvo, from Lamont Awards & Apparel in
Spencerport, NY, would like you to drop off a full blown
version of PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator, and of course,
CorelDRAW 14. And, while youre on his roof, dear
Santa, will you please leave a computer that works
all the time. He also (being a little greedy) wants more
customers that say, I dont care what it costs! Mike
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Rick Woltman, from Woltman

Awards, near St. Louis, MO, wants
some really good stuff. Please, bring
him a new laser printer for full color sublimation. Oh,
Santa, please remember, to also bring him a new, better
scanner, and a machine for doing the seams on banners.
Rick also wants to have time to take a PhotoShop
class and he wants to learn how to write macros for
CorelDRAW. Hes also dreaming of finding someone
who can help him to print proof copies for his invoices,
with bar codes, and then he wants a reader that would
read the bar code, and open the art file. Rick also asked
for a lot, but can you, please, arrange this for him?
Niels Norby, from San Dieguito Trophy in Carlsbad, CA,
has a great wish list for you, Santa. Will you please
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sublimation and color into his product line? Hell teach
you how to be a trophy man. He also wants a website
and backoffice computer system incorporated into
a more seamless product. Woware you a Techie,
Santa baby? Andto finish his list, Neils asked for
something were all wishing for, Santato continue to
survive in this economy. Please, please, Santa, help
us all to make it through. Please open up that light at
the end of the tunnel for us all.
Rick and Gini DeWolf, from HJ Trophies, in Phoenix,
AZ, have asked for some great new things.
Santa, I hope youll be able to land on their
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roofthey dont have snow, you know. Rick would like a new engraving machine
and a full color vinyl system. Gini is asking you to help her find more timetime to
finish the things she needs to doand time to do some things she wants to do. You,
of all people, Santa, know how to make time work.how else could you be all over
the world in one night?
Santa, so many people Ive talked to this year, are looking forward to things getting
much better in 2010. Can you please make sure you read their lists too. As you
know Santa, people who are in a business crisis mode tend to panic about almost
everything. Will you please bring success and abundance to their companiessoon?
Will you please help them to think about prosperity, so they can begin making plans
for a good bottom line in 2010?
Santa, Richard Carlson, Ph.D., has a chapter in his book, Dont Worry, Make Money,
called Ask for what you want. When I read that chapter, I realized that a lot of help,
for getting what I want, and need, comes from helping others to get what they want,
and need. If I promise to be a good girl, and help others, a lot, next year, Santa, will
you please stop at my house too? I do have snow on the roof. Your reindeer will
have a soft landing.
My husband, Dave, and I, each, have a little list for you. Dave would like you to bring
him a Maseratiok hed be happy with a Porsche. Ahhh, Santa, Im only teasing
you. Dave really just wants new tires for our delivery van. Hed also like to have a
personal assistant to check his emails. Techie stuff gets put on the back burner at
busy timesso could you send an Elf to help him out?
Santa, baby, Id also like you to find some special things for me. I wonder if youve
got a small fireplace that would fit in your sleigh? It gets mighty cold here in the
frozen tundra, and when our team comes in, early in the morning, after cleaning the
snow off their own horse and buggy, they need a way to warm up. Dont you think
that would be a nice way to start the day? I guess wed all be happy if youd drop off
a gallon of hot chocolate, too. That works! I dont want to ask for too much, Santa,
but I might enjoy having a new computer. Mine spends lots of time at the computer
hospitalevery now and then. A laptop, with lots of bells and whistles, would be
niceand, Santa, dear, only if you still have some room in the sleigh, maybe a new
printer to go with it.
AndSanta, will you please make sure that you have lots of extra room in your bag
for all the things our industry needs this year. Will you please help all our vendors
to succeed at bringing new things to market, so we can go out and sell them? Will
you please bring all of us some great new marketing ideas and innovative ways
to prospect for business? And, Santa, before you have to go read another letter,
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please, please, remember all the customers that rely on us to bring them good ways
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bet you know how to thank all your helpers, Santa! And, when youre ready to show
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Thank you in advance, dear Santa, for bringing all the good boys and girls the tools
they need to have a prosperous and exciting 2010.
Yours sincerely,
Donna M. Gray, CRM
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Vastex Offers Two-Color DiGit Numbering

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The all-new DiGiT instant numbering system from Vastex of Allentown, PA,
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AwardsMall.com.
Bill Leek is a color consultant for JBL Graphics in Houston, TX, and has over
30 years experience in computer engineering and graphics design. He has
developed several lines of color imprintable products, and does testing on a
variety of products for different manufacturers. He can be reached at wfleek@
jblgraphics.com or 281-970-6677.
Jeff McDaniel is the owner of Creative Graphic in Philomath, Oregon. He
worked as a journeyman machinist before getting into the graphic products
business. Creative Graphic offers laser engraving, rotary engraving,
sandblasting, sublimation, image transfers, vinyl signs, banners, screen printing,
and promotional products. Jeff routinely applies graphics to a wide variety of
materials. Contact him at Jeff@creativegraphic.net.
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writers
John McDaniel is the co-owner of JHM Marketing in Albany, OR, which provides
consulting and training services for the industry. He worked for many years with
computers in electronic data processing and pioneered the use of CorelDraw
for engraving applications. He owned a retail personalized gift shop for over ten
years, and writes about hardware design, software, laser engraving, sublimation,
and more. He is a Corel Training Partner, and co-founder of the Association of
CorelDRAW Professionals. For information on training and more, call 541-9674271, or write to mail@CorelDRAWhelp.com.
Judy McDaniel is the co-owner of JHM Marketing in Albany, OR, which provides
consulting and training services for the industry. Her background includes many
forms of art and retail sales, as well as the operation of a retail personalized gift
shop for over ten years. She is a regular columnist on sandblasting, sublimation,
and diversifying business, as well as a Corel Training Partner, and co-founder of
the Association of CorelDRAW Professionals. She can be reached at 541-9674271, fax 541-967-4272, or via email at mail@CorelDRAWhelp.com.
David Milisock is president of Custom Graphic Technologies Inc. in Pennsylvania.
He has been in the print production business since 1975, and specializes
in professional support for CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. Output includes
computer-to-plate processes for all commercial digital front-end applications, as
well as Postscript-compliant graphic applications. He offers technical and color
management support for all RIP-driven corporate digital output systems. He can
be reached at 717-509-3523 or davidmilisock@comcast.net.
Deborah Sexton, former editor of Impressions Magazine, has been in the
apparel graphics industry since 1981. She currently does marketing and public
relations for apparel graphics companies, and is a columnist for several industry
publications.. She can be reached at dsexton@sbcglobal.net.
Otis Veteto is the Western Regional Manager for the R.S. Owens & Co. Inc.,
manufacturer and supplier of the Elegance in Awards & Gifts line. With more than
30 years experience in the industry, he offers the PROspective of a veteran
sales rep in reporting on ideas, people and places that he visits. Otis also presents
sales and motivation seminars. He can be reached in Sacramento, CA when
not on the road at 916-567-1867.
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by Otis Veteto
Raccoon Bears, JB Trophies, and Holiday Memories
Otis Veteto is the Western

Regional Manager for the
R.S. Owens & Co. Inc.,
manufacturer and supplier of
the Elegance in Awards & Gifts
line. With more than 30 years
experience in the industry, he
offers the PROspective of a
veteran sales rep in reporting
on ideas, people and places
that he visits. Its a fun and
informative column focusing
on the human-interest side of
the industry. Otis also presents
sales and motivation seminars
for industry organizations,
and some of that knowledge
will rub off as well. He can be
reached in Sacramento, CA
when not on the road at
916-567-1867.
Raccoon teddy bears!

Jane Carman, First Place Inc. in Sunnyvale, has a very special
memory of her favorite holiday gift. My mother had a very old
raccoon coat that my father had given her back in the forties. It
was very special to her since it was an extravagant gift from my
dad. Over the years, it had become tattered, and ripped, but no
one wanted to get rid of it. My mom said to trash it since it wasnt
wearable. Instead, I found a furrier in San Mateo called Minkys,
who could use the fir to make teddy bears. I had Minkys create
raccoon coat teddy bears for my mom, sisters, my niece and me.
These teddy bears were adorable. This was my last Christmas
gift I gave my mom and she absolutely loved it! What a great
Christmas story.you know, I forgot to ask Jane if she still had
her teddy bear. Ill have to do that.
More about Christmas memories:

One of the things I will forever cherish are the trips Emily, myself
and our sons took every year into the mountains above Sacramento,
in search of that perfect Christmas tree. What great times they
were, tramping through the snow, cutting the tree, making sure
to leave some branches on the stump we left behind, so it would
grow another tree. One very special year, our oldest son, who was
4 years old at the time, was in a full body cast, and the farmer who
owned the land let us drive right up to their farmhouse, so Bobby
could watch us cut the tree. Emily would fix a picnic lunch, and
we would gather around the fire pit, drink hot chocolate, eat our
lunch, and head back down to the valley, proudly displaying our
treasure on the top of our station wagon. We would put the tree up
that very same night.
JB Trophies
2009 was certainly a milestone year for JB Trophies in Santa Clara,
California. It marked their 50th year in the trophy business. Check it
out! 1959-2009. Wow! The original owner was John Crittenden (who
just happens to be in the ARA Hall of Fame). Vern Farris purchased
JB Trophies in 1965, and is still the owner today. Vern is fortunate
to have some great help running the business. Phyllis Pierce is
the General Manager, and has been at JB Trophies since 1960. Al
Alonzo is their head engraver. Al has been with them since 1980.
Als wife Carolyn (a.k.a. Carol), is the Office Manager, and has
been there since 1982. Rick and Manuel work in production, and
do whatever else needs to be taken care of. When I asked Phyllis
the secret of JBs longevity, she did not hesitate; Good customer
service is first and foremost, along with quality products, on-time
delivery, and a great set of records. We bend over backwards to
keep our customers happy. Obviously a great business plan! A
huge Traveling Tidbits congratulations to JB Trophies in Santa
Clara, California.
Silver Bells
I will close with this Holiday message from the song Silver Bells:
Christmas makes you feel emotional.
It may bring parties or thoughts devotional.
Whatever happens or what may be,
Here is what Christmas time means to me.
City Sidewalks, busy sidewalks
Dressed in Holiday style.
In the air theres a feeling of Christmas.
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WHAT A WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS, EVERYBODY!
Thats all for now! Remember to save some time for yourself and
your family. And when you travel, please travel safe.
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