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Old October 7th, 2008 Oct 7, 2008 4:05:32 AM -   #1 (permalink)
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I am currently setting up my business which will involve screen printing by hand and am trying to source the most eco friendly products (as far as is possible) available in the UK.

Any ideas?

 
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Hi,

I use a wide range of waterbased inks that are all non harming.

You could try Neptune Textile inks or Permaset inks. Both I use with great success. They are both air curing so there is no need to run expensive dryers which waste eletric and money.

If you would like to know where to get the inks from, drop me a line.


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You could try Neptune Textile inks or Permaset inks. Both I use with great success. They are both air curing
Permaset is air drying, not air curing.
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I know my buddy's company, Trickgo Clothing, uses solar panels to power their factory Kinda cool
 
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Permaset is air drying, not air curing.
Oooopps!

I forgot to say that you do need to add a air curing catalyst!

I just add the Neptune Textile air curing catalyst and it has worked fine.
 
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