ImagesMagUK_Digital_Edition_March_2018

www.images-magazine.com MARCH 2018 images 23 TIPS & TECHNIQUES unnecessary ink content, they can also produce a print with a softer hand-feel. Another option, as shown in the adjusted print, is to use a 600 dpi white underbase with a 1200 dpi CMYK finish, which can, in some instances, also increase garment output per hour. Some artists using more run-of-the-mill software packages will attempt to achieve similar results by altering the contrast and [Above, Fig. 1] The original print with no software adjustments. [Above right, Fig.2] A print from the same artwork after it has been processed using CADlink software. Note the more vibrant and more accurate colours and greater level of detail that has been achieved hue of the original artwork. However, this approach can be complex and requires extensive testing to ensure its suitability. By contrast, adjusting the colour profile settings using the CADlink software is relatively easy; the process requires minimal effort to achieve noticeably more vibrant prints with punchier colours. As these examples clearly show, adjusting artwork before a production run can have a profound – not to mention customer-pleasing – effect, not only on the final printed product. Buying a reliable, high quality direct- to-garment machine is vital, while understanding how to get the best out of the equipment that you have invested in can put you that extra step ahead of your competitors. www.gs-uk.com The NEW GTX makes a technological leap with exciting new features 1 2 3 4 5 Brother industrial Printhead Special ink circulation system Wide range of proven platens Easy-to-use, intuitive user interface Network and USB connection 5 Crocus Street, Nottingham, NG2 3DE Tel: 0115 8448000 E mail: sales@gs-uk.com Call GS today to arrange a demo A full range of inks and platens for the GTX & GT-3 series are available at PRINTER INK & CONSUMABLES www.brothergtinks.com