Action's Roller Squeegee/Those of you using a tacky first screen to remove lint

[Action1]

Reporting Back:
Roller Squeegee came in -- used it today on white ink plastisol that was showing on a purple shirt (lots of open area) and having a top color.  I will never ever ever ever ever ever ever print white plastisol ink without this again - it's almost comparable to printing on top of clear packaging tape for those of you who use that method when registering screens.  While it may be cost prohibitive for some, you'll kick yourself after you've tried it for not doing it sooner.  I'd recommend using it whether it's white ink on dark garment or white underbase for plastisol -- even makes the print feel lighter aside from smoother and you'll be able to get more one hit whites than you would without it (at least we will). 

Only question -- those of you who use a teflon sheet, what kind've glue do you use to stick the sheet to the print side of the screen?  I just used some of the yellow roller tape for the jobs today, but it sags in the middle and doesn't remain flush on the mesh.  So, while I initially planned on using the same 23x31 frame screen for lint pick up and white smoothing (I planned on just removing the teflon sheet when using it for picking up lint), it looks like I may just have to permanently adhere the teflon sheet to the screen so it doesn't sag during production and make a separate screen for the lint picker-upper.  Any suggestions on glue that would be permanent?  I coated the mesh 2/2 with WR25, exposed it for 20+ minutes and used a boat load of Permx, so this screen should last until my 2 year old son retires, but I don't know if some glue would be better to use than others?  I have some gorilla glue -- yes/no?  Anyone from Action have any suggestions? Erik?

Wow! - Everyone here at Action is going to hear about this feedback. It's so fantastic to get this type of positive reinforcement for our efforts and we sincerely thank you for taking the time to write this follow up.

We will continue to focus on solutions to your challenges. The following is from the instruction sheet that goes out with each Roller squegee. It's important to glue the Teflon to the screen and let it bond overnight - see instructions below.

Instructions for Use:

Glue & Tape the Teflon sheet to the contact side of a frame. The Teflon sheet is specified for a  23” x 31” Frame. The Teflon has been scoured on one side to make it attach to the mesh better. Use spray glue and apply it to the Teflon. Carefully place the Teflon onto the contact side of the mesh in the print area of the screen. Smooth it out  with your hands by starting at the center and working your way outward.

Use frame tape and outline the edges of the sheet.
Only outline to 3/4” in from the edge.

Tips -
Use a low tension inexpensive frame. Not Shown above.
Use pallet spray tack directly on Teflon only.
Spray a liberal amount of adhesive onto Teflon. Wait 30 seconds before proceeding..
After the Teflon is fixed to the frame - place it face down on a flat surface. Place something thick and flat over the area with the Teflon and then place weighted objects on top to apply pressure to your glue bond.
Allow the Teflon to set overnight.

Mr. 123 - Thanks again!

[ScreenPrinter123]

Yes, I read the instructions, but didn't know if anyone had suggestions on the type of glue to use (i.e., "make and model"), since I'm doing this to a screen with hardener on it and not, for instance, gluing two pieces of construction paper together -- didn't know if some glue might not be suitable for this application (especially since I'm trying to make it permanently adhered to it -- don't know if that's what others are trying to attempt as well -- I am uncertain as to whether or not spray adhesive we would spray on a pallet would render a permanent bond?), while other glue may be made that would be good for this application?  As I mentioned, I have gorilla glue, but no idea if that should do...?  If nobody knows, that's cool, but if somebody does, please pass on your wisdom.

[alan802]

Glue it on with the go rilla glue and get on with it.  Any reason you are using a coated/emulsified screen?  Is that the prefered method or is it ok to use a screen with no emulsion present?

[ScreenPrinter123]

I coated it for two reasons:

(1) To help block dust/any airborn junk that the roller may push through from the top that land on top of screen and (2) need emulsion to spray watered down glue on print side for lint picking up when we use it for that purpose.