1 Free Session- Introduction to Digital Imaging

Jeff Burton, SGIA
Dan Marx, SGIA

Looking to get “up and running” with digital imaging technology? In just an hour, get the basic information you need to in order to understand the digital imaging industry, its equipment, markets, materials and products. This free session, presented by the authors of DPI’s “2006 Guide to Digital Imaging,” is specially designed to put those new to digital at the top of the learning curve. It’s an excellent way to be “in the know” before your feet hit the massive SGIA ‘06 trade show floor.

2 Converging Decorating Technologies

Pat Baldes, Great Garment Graphics

Develop options, with varied prices and profits, using multimedia techniques and processes. Understand how to combine screen printing, traditional heat transfers, embroidery and CAD designs for exciting new looks that will help you grow your business while having fun.

3 Job Costing: Approaches that Work

M. Scott St. Cyr, Cyrious Software
Kirk Dunaway, Cyrious Software

The goal of this seminar is to provide insight into the costing approaches used in the industry and how they tie into shop operations. Focus will be on manual and automated practices, integration of costing into shop operation, and the cost of costing to the business. Interactive discussion from managers and owners is a key part of the seminar.

Learn to compare your methods with industry practices, cost your current costing methods, and alternative costing practices and methods for implementing them.

4 What’s New in Screen Printing Machinery?

Chris Walker, Preco Industries

Presentation will focus on developments in screen printing equipment over the last several years. Topics will include sheet and web handling systems, small and large format platforms, developments for improving registration and speed, as well as quality control and the tools used in the equipment, such as screen frames, squeegees, and flood coaters. Attention will also be given to innovations that better integrate the screen printer into associated finishing processes.

5 Digital Signage - Reaching Its Full Potential

Kelly Canavan, 3M

Digital sign networks (DSNs) are rapidly emerging, yet today, few are fully integrated elements of the customer’s marketing communication effort. This session will address the power and potential of digital sign networks and ways to think about return on investment. Specifically, attendees will learn more about the digital sign network industry, benefits and challenges of today's networks, and why digital and static signage can and should be developed together.

In addition, we'll discuss the anticipated evolution of digital sign networks. Owners and operators will better integrate DSNs within the total environment and develop more sophisticated objectives and success metrics. And DSN providers will need to stay ahead of those expectations with more sophisticated approaches and tools.

6 Applying ICC Color Profiles for Screen Printing & Digital Printing Production

Mike Ruff, Nazdar Consulting

Attendees of this class will learn the step-by-step application of profiling for screen presses and digital print devices. The session will include a hands on demonstration of equipment use. Color expert Mike Ruff will explain: choosing the right rendering intent, pitfalls of profiling to avoid. Using color bars and densitometers to fine tune profiles, and how and why you might need to edit profiles. Also included will be a discussion of the limitations of color management: specifically, why doesn’t color management make all devices print the same?

7 Direct to Garment Digital Printers

Johnny Shell, SGIA

Many direct to garment digital printers have come to market in recent times making the buying process a bit daunting. This seminar provides explanations for the technologies available, specifications for the available devices, and the workflow requirements of each. A must-attend session for those interested in the capabilities and advantages of direct to garment digital printing as a compliment to your existing products.

8 Decorating with Plotter-Cut Transfer Films

Vince Cahill, VCE Solutions

Print and embroidery providers can expand the applications they offer customers and increase their profits with plotter-cut graphics. Vince Cahill will illustrate the range of available products and applications for plotter cutting, including digitally printable flexible films and flocking for garment, accessory and banner decoration. He will also review available equipment and software and then demonstrate how to choose films that meet application requirements. Learn how to design for digital printing and plotting, and print contour-cut and transfer images.

The digital decoration process program will involve hands on audience participation, and will provide a “how to” manual.

9. Defining Applications & Technology in the Digital Age

Laura Wilson, Roland DGA

The availability of UV, hot solvent, mild solvent, pigment and sublimation technologies gives digital imagers and sign-makers more choices than ever. This session will cover the different technologies and machine types currently available, and the benefits of each. Learn specific recommendations for each type of application, and see samples of customer art. You’ll walk away knowing what type of graphics are selling in the market — and the potential profit.

W01. WORKSHOP - Basic Garment Printing

Speaker: Geoff Baxter, Martin/Atlantic Sign & Screen

Start with screen making and finish with the print. In this workshop, you’ll cover mesh selection for garment printing, frames, emulsions, exposure calculation, registration systems and press set-up for garment printing. Geoff Baxter makes the experience fun and easy.

10. Digital Textile Finishing Techniques

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Lynn Krinsky, Stella Color (Moderator)
Scott Fisher, Fisher Textiles
Tomas Poetz, 3P Inkjet Textiles

Digitally printing onto any of a wide variety of fabrics currently available is only the first step toward creating a sellable product for your client. But what are the next steps in the process? Through this session, you will learn the tools, strategies and skills you need to successfully produce digitally imaged textile graphics, and get answer to your pressing digital textile imaging questions.

11. FREE SESSION Quiz Show – the SGIA Way!

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Marcia Y. Kinter, SGIA
Marisabel Torres, SGIA
Alaina Harris, SGIA

Come match your wits against the experts! See what you know about human resources; safety in your workplace; shipping of hazardous wastes, as well as what to do with those used shop towels! Attend this free, fun interactive session, designed to offer you insights into key issues and help your facility run more smoothly. And, come see the fantastic prizes that will be awarded!

12. Optimizing Output for Solvent Inkjet Printers

Ed McCarron, InteliCoat Technologies

The adoption of solvent ink jet printers for not only outdoor durable signs and banners, but also indoor photorealistic applications, continues to grow rapidly. Solvent inkjet printers are an attractive option for creating high quality graphics quickly and at a lower cost per square foot than other options.

While many early adopters of solvent ink jet printers embraced them because of economic advantages of their ability to print on uncoated media, the hidden costs of this approach are becoming apparent now. Today, many print providers are realizing that the investment in specialty coated or treated media gives them greater opportunities with their solvent ink jet printers, allowing them to produce a substantially greater range of applications, as well as improving the overall quality and durability of traditional applications.