Screen Stretching tables

[ericheartsu]

We have a first generation Newman Screen Stretching table, and we just moved it to a different position at the shop. I've leveled it, and I've leveled the pads on it, but I'm still getting racked screens after they are stretched. It adds an extra step to flatten them now.

Does anyone have any experience with these older tables, and can anyone share any tips on getting my screens flat without having to add that flattening step?

[jsheridan]

I'm saying this knowing that you know how to make a frame flat by putting the wrench on the high corner and pulling inward.

put the frame on the exposure glass and check for racking.. adjust till it's flat.

now on the table, the corner w/out the wrench is the leveling corner, loosen the set screws and move it down, place the frame on the table and adjust that corer up until it meets the frame. Tighten up and check, adjust as needed.

frames should now be flat.

if they are not then your technique for tightening the bolts may be off. Snug the bolts all the way around first, then torque set them.

If you still have racked frames throw through drywall, curse and hand adjust them with the wrench.

[ericheartsu]

If you still have racked frames throw through drywall, curse and hand adjust them with the wrench.

ohhhh so this is a preferred method of handling screens. Makes sense now!

[ebscreen]

There is nothing, but nothing, more aggravating then having a screen that won't flatten out.

[jsheridan]

If you still have racked frames throw through drywall, curse and hand adjust them with the wrench.

ohhhh so this is a preferred method of handling screens. Makes sense now!

yep and it makes for a great conversation starter