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Easiway dip tanks and washout booths: questions and answers

How does a dip tank work?

Card the ink off the screen first. Then lower it into the tank long enough for the solution to soften the emulsion, often one to three minutes depending on the emulsion. Lift it out, rinse it with a pressure washer in your washout booth, and finish with a gentle flood rinse. The tank softens the stencil but does not blast it off, so you still need the washer. Because several screens soften at once, reclaiming goes much faster.

How long should screens soak?

Follow the chemical and emulsion instructions. As a rule of thumb, photopolymer emulsions soften quickly while diazo and dual-cure emulsions need longer. Do not leave screens in the tank for hours or overnight. Over-soaked emulsion slides off into the tank as sludge and wears out the solution faster.

How long does dip tank solution last?

That depends on how many screens you strip and how clean they are going in. Keep the lid on, skim out sludge, and top up with fresh concentrate as it slows down. When topping up no longer helps, drain, clean and refill.

Is a dip tank worth it for a small shop?

If you reclaim only a few screens a week, a pressure washer and hand-applied remover may be enough. A dip tank earns its place once reclaiming becomes a bottleneck, because several screens soften at once while you wash the last one.

Plastic or stainless washout booth, and do I need a backlight?

Easiway E-series booths are welded polypropylene. They do not rust and they are quieter under a pressure washer than metal. Stainless booths cost more and last longer in very heavy use. A backlight makes pinholes and leftover emulsion easy to see after exposure and after reclaim. Pick a booth wide enough for your largest frame.

Can reclaim water go down the drain?

That depends on your local wastewater rules and the chemicals you use, not on the booth. A drain filtration unit catches emulsion and ink solids before water reaches the drain, which helps with clogs and compliance. Check with your local sanitation department about what they allow.

Will a dip tank damage my frames?

Aluminum frames are generally fine. Keep other metals out of the tank, rinse hollow and wood frames well because they can trap chemicals, and do not leave screens soaking longer than needed. Follow Easiway's guidance for the chemical you use.

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Easiway: common questions

What does Easiway make?

Easiway Systems makes screen printing cleaners, reclaim chemicals, adhesives and reclaim equipment such as dip tanks and washout booths.

Where can I buy Easiway products?

Buckets of Ink stocks Easiway cleaners, chemicals and equipment in Tempe, AZ and ships across the US. Call 480-229-7806.

Easiway Systems Screen Printing Chemicals & Supplies

Buckets of Ink offers a full range of Easiway Systems cleaners, adhesives, and screen printing chemicals trusted by professional print shops across the country. Easiway products are designed to improve workflow, maintain equipment, and help printers achieve consistent, high-quality results in demanding production environments.

From press washes and emulsion removers to haze removers and pallet adhesives, Easiway Systems provides reliable solutions for every stage of the screen printing process. Using high-quality chemicals helps extend screen life, reduce downtime, and keep presses running efficiently throughout long production runs.

Why Choose Easiway Screen Printing Chemicals?

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If you are looking for trusted screen printing chemicals that deliver reliable performance, Easiway Systems products are a proven choice. Browse our selection to find the cleaners, adhesives, and reclaiming supplies you need to keep your shop operating at its best.