Proper storage, especially during the cold season, is important for prolonging the life of your inks.
If you are ordering emulsion supplies via mail, be sure to order them while the weather is still warm. Emulsion is generally water-based and will freeze when exposed to long periods of cold.
Similarly, since water-based inks can freeze due to the water content, it is important to order them before the onset of freezing weather.
Also, if you store all of your inks above the floor in the winter, they will be much easier to work with. Cold temperatures can raise the viscosity of ink, making it harder to sheer. If you will be away from the shop for a period of time, storing your white inks in an insulated room (or office) may prolong them.
Kieth Stevens is the Western regional sales manager for International Coatings. He has been teaching screen printing for more than 10 years and is a regular contributor to International Coatings’ blogs. For more information, visit iccink.com and read the company’s blog at internationalcoatingsblog.com.
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