Importer Support Education Program

Printing Workshop

About the Workshop

The workshop covers the key components for textile print development. Course work covers the basics in formulation, means of application, and special printing techniques. Laboratory exercises will involve hands-on flat screen printing, digital printing, and specialty print application.

Prerequisites

This is an intermediate level workshop. Knowledge of different dyeing techniques and textile fundamentals is required.

Topics Covered

• Chemistry used in print preparation.
• Colorants used in printing.
• Mechanical aspects of conventional printing.
• Digital printing.
• Special printing techniques and colorants.
• Lab demonstrations.
• Developing a print design.
• Troubleshooting.

Why Attend

• Acquire technical knowledge of basic print applications.
• Receive first class instruction from industry professionals.
• Hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art laboratory (Cary only).
• Meet peers from other companies with similar responsibilities and interests.