removal of all foreign materials including oils by sanding, bead blasting and degreasing.

Once part is prepared, a primer coat is applied. After primer has dried, a base coat may need to be applied. The base color will depend upon the film used. For example: a base color of brown will be required to produce a wood grain image and a silver to produce a metal image.

Once film is selected and cut, it is placed on top of the water in the dipping tank. The film is then sprayed with an activator that is used to dissolve substrate that holds ink. The floating liquefied ink is now ready for dipping.

Dip part thru floating liquefied ink pattern. Water pressure forces ink image on the part. Once part has passed thru film the residue it must be wash off and dried.

After part has been inspected it is ready for a protective clear coat.