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  1. Print pattern not even?!

    You could try to do a head soak and see if it gets any better but since you have mostly deflections and not clogs I agree with Rjssigns and it could be time for head replacement.
  2. Is there a need for a specialty vinyl or a different process?

    +1 for Avery 1200, we use it on similar tarpaulins and it works great! Pricey stuff and very sticky and thin but works well.
  3. Better Pre-mask machine

    +1 and why is that? Does anybody make wider transfer tape, it's just silly to have to add the small strip on full width graphics every time!?
  4. Better Pre-mask machine

    If the transfer tape is the same width as the cutted material you don't have any problem with it sticking in the laminator whitout kraft paper. It will be sticking out very much before it grabs to the bottom roller at all. We have a laminator always loaded with transfer tape and I think it's one...
  5. Cold laminator or heat assisted laminator?

    Especially if you're using thick laminates (as I assume you will do with sled wraps) heat assist will help to get better finish. If you have the possibiliy to go with heat assist I'd definately would recommend it! Good luck!
  6. SP 540i- Cleans During Print Jobs every 5minutes

    Do you use genuine Roland ink carts? Have heard about 3rd party ink carts causing this. Hope you get it solved!
  7. Out of practice...

    Is it just eyeballing in the lenghtwise placement of the graphic? Otherwise it looks great when finished!
  8. Printer for stickers/decals

    Keep in mind that the Rolands uses eco-SOLVENT inks and many vinyls contains pvc. I for sure would NOT want to make decals that comes close to small childrens mouths and dishwashers/food etc. with that ink. So be sure to check regulations etc. or you could be heading for trouble. With that...
  9. Trimming Graphics on Vehicle...

    Tried one of these cutters: http://yellotools.us/Cutting/Knives-Cutters-Scissors/SasserCut.html ? Maybe there's other manufacturers as well.
  10. NEED ADVICE - Frosted glass film issue - how to handle?

    How did you clean the surface before applying and with what (sorry if it's been asked before)? I've seen similar issues when it was very cold and the cleaner (Avery Surface Cleaner) wasn't properly dried off before applying (due to the very cold weather and a too soaked rag/cloth). With frosted...
  11. Selecting the right equipment - Roland or HP.

    If you go with HP you probably already know that you need a separate cutter to contour cut the prints. In my opinion the HP is great if you have longer runs and the Rolands are better if you have a lot of different jobs in a day (easier material change). That said we do print long jobs on the...
  12. Profiles and CutContour

    Hope this video helps: https://www.google.fi/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&ei=YJejVLbfHZPbaMeHgMgG&url=http://m.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DurK9AsPIXOU&ved=0CBwQtwIwAQ&usg=AFQjCNE4E9I7DoqalNQ91h30OiDoqzM0uQ Use the Versaworks swatch instead of the Roland Color system one they select in AI in the video...
  13. Roland BN-20 Streaks Appearing in Prints :(

    It doesn't look like a bad printhead yet, but indeed that it's somehow touching the media. It could also be some lint hanging from it but my 0.02 is you have media buckling up. Try another media and see if it occurs again on that. Check your pinch rollers if they are dirty? If you continue to...
  14. Acrylic bowing like mad

    OK, so I have this lightbox with thin perspex bowing all over because it hasn't got any reinforcements/anything at the joints between the sheets. This makes me wonder how you guys usually make the joints for the sheets, I just glue some wider (transparent) lexan/polycarb strips on the back and...
  15. Communication, a dying talent?

    Our latest mails from clients: Over-communication: "It should be on a white background but with the letters cut out so there's no background." Under-communication: "Make it look nice. Don't need a draft, just print it with a nice script font. But not too much script." Measurements...
  16. Banner only printer advice needed

    It probably also depends on what quantities you plan on running? Just wanted to say that the latex is great because the banners are dry the moment they come out of the printer, even with heavy ink coverage. This can be an advantage if you are in a hurry to start finishing the banners. On the con...
  17. Roland VS 640 acts strange after print is done?

    Check under "printer controls" that you don't have any strange value in the "page spacing" box.
  18. Comparison - Versaworks, Caldera, and Onyx

    Wasatch has worked quite well with our L26500, they have a HP latex version and is quite affordable and works well. Maybe one more to add into the comparision?
  19. Newbie need help printing (Picture inside)

    The black head has some problems, high quality print mode could take it out but is painfully slow. Try the cleaning and adjustment tips above and if that doesn't help do a manual head soak (search the forum). Our SP300 black looks about the same, maybe a tad worse but that is from the previous...
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