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Record Labels
by Merrill Capps
When it comes to automating your screen printing business, the next level in automation is to automate that automation even further. Enter the ROQ Barcode Label Printer, stage right.
Upgrade in a Flash
by Merrill Capps
Typically, a “dry run” refers to a dress rehearsal… but not in this case. Your ROQ.US Dry Run Quartz Flash Dryer is designed to give you a winning performance at a budget price regardless if you're running from a manual or an auto setup.
#ROQShopTalk Roundup
by Merrill Capps

Over the past couple months, we've somehow hosted 8 episodes of the #ROQShopTalk Podcast already and we're excited to take today to share that we've begun adding video versions of each episode for you and for anyone who prefers to watch over listen. 

For your infotainment, we welcome you to check out the episodes thus far on our YouTube channel, compiled for you here for quick access. We look forward to picking back up next week with the subject of The Pro Tunnels & Flash Dryers the Pros Use! 
Engaging Auto-Pilot: The Benefits of Going from Manual to Auto
by Guest Contributor

We sat virtually sat down with ROQ.US's Automation Solution Expert, Rob Welch, to answer a few of our most commonly-asked questions from those currently working from a manual-operated shop, and from those new to the screen printing field. 

This topic is all about the automatic differences you'll experience after switching/going to an automatic press. 
ROQ.US at Your Service
by Guest Contributor
In efforts to streamline & to ensure your best service experience with us, ROQ.US's Director of Automated Products Group, Mark Shoman, has compiled the following tips to help you get the assistance you need when you need it most. 

"When you purchase into a ROQ you become a family member and we will treat you as such." ~ APG Director Mark Shoman
GUEST BLOG: VOICES IN THE SCREEN PRINTING INDUSTRY -- #2
by Guest Contributor
In this second edition of our special guest blog series VOICES IN THE SCREEN PRINTING INDUSTRY, to continue bringing a variety of voices throughout our industry to the forefront to have the deepest and the most helpful conversations around critical topics affecting our lives, and in efforts to better understand real experiences by real leaders in our field, we reached out to screen printing pro Jennie Livesey of It's a Z Shirt to gain her perspective on the topic of Women in the Screen Printing industry.
When You want to Foil Your Screen Printing Plans
by Merrill Capps
Foiling plans typically carries unsavory connotations, but this is one case where foil can separate yourself from your competition. Being able to offer special effects to your customer base puts you at the top of mind when it comes to advanced garment decoration. Being able to automate your foil effect process cuts out the guesswork and ensures pristine quality for each print.  
Guest Blog: Voices in the Screen Printing Industry -- a Series
by Guest Contributor
It is our honor and privileged duty to continue bringing a variety of voices throughout our industry to the forefront to have deeper and the most helpful conversations around critical topics affecting our lives. In efforts to better understand real experiences by real leaders in our field, we reached out to screen printing pro Nick Burton of Eternal Designs who graciously shared some powerful insights with us and we invite you to read his perspective below so that we may continue to press onward to a more diverse and inclusive and compassionate industry.  
The Hybrid Lowdown
by Merrill Capps
From the mythical griffin to the magical ice cream sandwich to the culturally iconic Prius, hybrids have inspired countless paradigm shifts. Your decorated apparel business just met its own. The ROQ Hybrid Screen Printing DTG Machine.
Guest Blog: Financing for the Future with a History of Expertise
by Guest Contributor
When your business needs upgraded equipment or technology to better serve your customers and power growth, access to financing and payment options can be key. CIT has the expertise to offer the solutions and dedicated customer service essential to a good financing experience.
The Mark of the Lotus
by Merrill Capps

“One must be a lotus to emerge from mucky waters clean.”
― Will Advise

We followed our Automated Products Group Director Mark Shoman as he demonstrates the traditional method of reclaiming a screen to illustrate the time and demand this process takes without automation.
ROQ Shop Talk
by Merrill Capps
With great excitement, we're launching our first podcast, ROQrs! Beginning next Thursday, May 28th, at 1pm PST, our first weekly episode of ROQ Shop Talk goes live! 
Always Stay Above the Fold
by Merrill Capps

"You gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to FOLD 'em..." ~Kenny Rogers

ROQ.US's folding machine, the ROQ Fold is a game changer for your textile folding service.
#WomenROQ Official 2020 Shirt Design Contest Final Day
by Jennifer Shaw

We've arrived, ROQrs! Today is the final day for design entries to be considered for the first every official design for the #WomenROQ t-shirt. 

We currently have 2 awesome designs in the running and you can still enter as long as we receive your entry before tomorrow!
Compounding the Pavement
by Merrill Capps
If you're in the market to make an exponential return, compounding your production with your ROQ yields some quite imPRESSive numbers. 
Show Us What You're Working With
by Merrill Capps
Being able to remain connected during (and after) this unusual time is very important to us and we're thankful to live in a time when it's possible to do so. Getting to share your journey is a privilege that isn't lost on us and we thank you for the opportunity. 
#PressOnward to Your Abundance
by Merrill Capps
To kick off this #MotivationMonday off right, we've assembled a compilation of quotes and images that embody the foundation of what #PressOnward is all about. We hope they inspire you as they do for us and we'd love to hear some of your favorite inspiring thoughts as well!