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• Plastic Bucket Printing Processes
  Screen printing is the most traditional printing process, although it is less common nowadays. It is primarily used for simple text printing, typically not exceeding two colors. While there are advanced screen printing machines capable of handling up to six colors, they generally exhibit lower overall resolution and clarity. The notable characteristic of screen printing is its cost-effectiveness. […]
• Printing on Tinplate
  Tinplate, after undergoing inner and outer coating processes, is ready for machine printing. Due to the smooth surface of tinplate, which does not absorb oil and possesses a certain hardness and thickness, the printing process typically involves offset printing. The printing principle is based on the immiscibility of oil and water, with selective adsorption of dot structures and colors. While the flatbed printing process on tinplate is similar to sheet-fed offset printing on paper, the unique characteristics of tinplate printing make it somewhat different. Here are several key aspects: […]
• The difference between heat transfer printing and IML
  Heat transfer printing is currently the most frequently used printing method. Its distinctive feature is high-quality pattern reproduction, capable of meeting the design requirements of any customer. The process involves specialized printing firms creating films based on customer designs, which are then brought back to our factory for heat transfer using dedicated machines. The initial step involves designing and creating plates, with each plate corresponding to a color. A typical image effect will involve approximately six colors. The cost for setting up one plate is around $80. The standard minimum order quantity (MOQ) for printing factories is around 800 square meters, equivalent to approximately 2000 film sheets for 20L buckets. For quantities less than this, a startup fee of $100 is applicable. […]