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Old September 29th, 2008, 09:12 AM
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Default Ink splattering on squege and hands?

My ink is acting like it has static electrizity in it? What can I do?

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Old September 30th, 2008, 02:31 PM
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What kind of ink are you using?
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Old October 2nd, 2008, 09:00 AM
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I am using both international coating and one stroke.
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Old October 7th, 2008, 06:30 PM
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Hey Northstar... I think he meant what KIND... plastisol, vinyl, water color, etc?

Is your squeegee sharp?
Have you tried slowing down your pull?
Maybe your environment is on the dry side. Try upping your humidity some.

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I would try a humidifier a few feet from the press and see what that does.
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