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Johnson Plastics is paying close attention to what people are looking for on the internet, and we are here to help you find what you are looking for and to help answer your questions that deal with engraving and sublimation.

-This section is in alphabetical order-

Alumamark

Alumamark is a CO2 Laser Markable Aluminum manufactured by Horizons Incorporated. Johnson Plastics is an Authorized Distributor for this product, and it can be located on our shopping site Alumamark Section. For Samples or more information about Alumamark you can call Johnson Plastics and ask for a customer service rep or you can check Horizon's Website

Bottle Insulator

There are many types of personalized bottle insulators used to keep beverages cool. We carry four different types of insulators used specifically for dye sublimation. They can be found in our Fabric Beverage Insulator Section on our shopping site.

Cermark Spray

Cermark is a chemical which can be applied to raw uncoated metals and when lasered leaves a solid black marking. Cermark Spray is often used to personalize metal products and awards with logo or text. It can be purchased in the Cermark Section on our shopping site. Call your nearest Johnson Plastics location for more information.

Chromaluxe

Chromaluxe is a type of dye sublimatable photo panels manufactured by Unisub. The panels come in many popular photo size options and are made of either sublimatable aluminum or sublimatable hardboard. The benefits of chromaluxe are the high durability, it's extremely smooth surface, and UV resistant coating. Chromaluxe photo panels are an exciting new product for us; they can be found in the Chromaluxe Section. Contact JP for more information or go to Unisub's chromaluxe site.

Drawstring Backpack

Johnson Plastics carries its own line of Drawstring Backpacks which can be personalized with sublimation. Drawstring backpacks are a popular form of backpack with students because of their light weight. We carry them in 3 colors black, red, and blue. They can be ordered from our shopping site in the Drawstring Backpack Section.

Dye Sub

Dye Sub is a contraction of dye sublimation. Johnson Plastics carries everything you would need to do the sublimation process. We recommend checking out our Getting Started Sublimation Section on our website if you want to begin creating sublimated products. If you are looking for equipment you can check our Printer Packages Section. All of our products can be located in the Sublimatable Products Section. We offer one-on-one dye sublimation tech support and guidance 8am - 8pm EST, just call and ask for a Johnson Plastics Sublimation Specialist, 800-869-7800. We pride ourselves in being one of the most knowledgeable and friendly staff in the field.

Dye Sublimation

Dye Sublimation is the process of an ink becoming a gas with heat and then being absorbed by a specially coated product. Johnson Plastics carries everything you would need to do the sublimation process. We recommend checking out our Getting Started Sublimation Section on our website if you want to begin creating sublimated products. If you are looking for equipment you can check our Printer Packages Section. All of our products can be located in the Sublimatable Products Section. We offer one-on-one dye sublimation tech support and guidance 8am - 8pm EST, just call and ask for a Johnson Plastics Sublimation Specialist, 800-869-7800. We pride ourselves in being one of the most knowledgeable and friendly staff in the field.

Dye Sublimation Ink

Dye sublimation ink is a special type of ink which can be printed on sublimation paper and attached to a treated sublimation product, then when heated will become a gas that is absorbed by the coating on the product. We carry a wide variety of dye sublimation inks for different types of printers; you can view them in our Inks Section on the Johnson Plastics store front. For more information about what ink you specifically need for your printer please contact a Johnson Plastics Sublimation Specialist at 800-869-7800.

Dye Sublimation Printer

There are a few different types of Dye Sublimation Printers, each having their own benefits over others. Usually a sublimation printer is an OEM printer that can also be used with dye sublimation with minimal changes. Not every brand and model can be used for sublimation, so be sure to do your research before purchasing a printer for dye sublimation. Johnson Plastics carries a large line of sublimations printers and we recommend that you speak to a sublimation specialist before you make a purchase, so that we can help you determine what dye sublimation system is right for you. Contact us at 800-869-7800 or if you would like to take a look at a few of our sublimation printer packages view our current Package Sheets.

Dye Sublimation Products

Dye Sublimation Products are pre-coated items that will absorb sublimation ink once it is heated. There are quite a few varieties of products which can be sublimated onto, some of which are coated metals, woods, ceramics, and fabrics. All of Johnson Plastics' dye sublimatable products can be located on our Ordering Site.

Dye Sublimation Supplies

Dye Sublimation Supplies are additional products and accessories which are used in the sublimation process. The most common supplies ordered for sublimation are heat pads, heat tape, sublimation paper, and Teflon sheets. Most can be found in our Sublimation Section. If you need more information contact a Sublimation Specialist at Johnson Plastics 800-869-7800.

Dye-Sublimation

Dye-Sublimation is the process of an ink becoming a gas with heat and then being absorbed by a specially coated product. Johnson Plastics carries everything you would need to do the dye-sublimation process. We recommend checking out our Getting Started Sublimation Section on our website if you want to begin creating sublimated products. If you are looking for equipment you can check our Printer Packages Section. All of our products can be located in the Sublimatable Products Section. We offer one-on-one dye-sublimation tech support and guidance 8am - 8pm EST, just call and ask for a Johnson Plastics Sublimation Specialist, 800-869-7800. We pride ourselves in being one of the most knowledgeable and friendly staff in the field.

Dynasub

Dynasub is a brand of sublimatable aluminum. Johnson Plastics has been carrying this material for a few years and it can be located in our store front under DynaSub in our Sheet Stock Section

Engraver Supplies

There are quite a few different types of engraver supplies, some examples are paper masks, cutters, and table tapes. It all depends on what type of engraver you have, but Johnson Plastics carries a large selection of supplies that are used by engravers. Find them in our Engraving Section if you can't find the engraving supplies you are looking for please contact us and we'll see if it is something we can get for you.

Engraving

Engraving is the practice of incising a design on to a hard surface by cutting grooves into it. There are two types of engravers that Johnson Plastics provides materials and products for: Laser Engravers and Mechanical Engravers. If you would like to learn more about Engraving view our Getting Started Engraving Section. If you would like to purchase engraving products go to our Engraving Section in our store front. For more information call a Johnson Plastics customer service representative at 800-869-7800.

Engraving Frames

There are many different styles of frames used for engraving. Johnson Plastics carries a large selection of pre-made frames sizes and is able to order custom sizes and styles for you. You can view some of the frames in the Engraving Section of our ordering site. You can also view the custom frame options in our Online Engraving Catalog and then place your order over the phone with a customer service representative at 800-869-7800.

Engraving Materials

Some engraving materials include plastic, crystal, wood, and metal. Johnson Plastics is a leader in engraving materials and supplies. You can either us or find all the engraving materials in the Engraving Section of our shopping site.

Engraving Plastic

Most engraving plastics, but not all, will have multiple layers, a surface color and a core color, so once the surface color is engraved through you expose the core color. Engraving plastic is often used for signs, identification and different types of labeling. If you are looking for engraving plastic then you've came to the right spot. Johnson Plastics began over 40 years ago supplying engraving plastics to engravers and sign making businesses. We carry some of the most popular brands of engraving plastic sheet stock: Rowmark, Innovative Plastics, Norplex Phenolic, and Scott-Ply. For more information contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800.

Engraving Plastic Sheet

Johnson Plastics carries multiple engraving plastic sheet sizes, but the standard sizes are 24x48 (Full Sheet), 24x24 (Half Sheet), and 12x24 (Quarter Sheet). We will cut a full sheet down to halves and quarters at no cost. Most engraving plastics, but not all will have multiple layers, a surface color and a core color, so once the surface color is engraved through you expose the core color. Engraving plastic is often used for signs, identification and different types of labeling. If you are looking for engraving plastic then you've came to the right spot. Johnson Plastics began over 40 years ago supplying engraving plastics to engravers and sign making businesses. We carry some of the most popular brands of engraving plastic sheet stock: Rowmark, Innovative Plastics, Norplex Phenolic, and Scott-Ply. For more information contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800.

Engraving Plastic Supplies

We try and keep a large selection of supplies on hand for engraving plastics. These engraving supplies include adhesives, paint sticks, findings, and masking papers stocked in many of our locations. Feel free to contact us if you can't find what you are looking for at 800-869-7800. All our engraving plastic supplies are located in our Store Front.

Engraving Products

Johnson Plastics primary business is to carry and support engraving products. We have thousands of products used for engraving. Check them out in our Engraving Section in the online store or give us a call for more information.

Engraving Supplies

There are quite a few different types of engraver supplies, some examples are paper masks, cutters, and table tapes. It all depends on what type of engraver you have, but Johnson Plastics carries a large selection of supplies that are used by engravers. Find them in our Engraving Section if you can't find the engraving supplies you are looking for please contact us and we'll see if it is something we can get for you.

Flexibrass

Flexibrass is a very popular series of engravable plastic from Rowmark. It's perfect for awards and applications that require a more flexible, lightweight material than your standard 1/16th inch thickness, because it is only .020 inches in thickness. It comes in brushed metal finishes - Silver, Aluminum, Gold, European Gold, Bronze, and Copper. Flexibrass can be found in the Flexibrass & Flexicolor Section under Rowmark. Additional information on this product can be found at Rowmark's website.

IPI Plastic

IPI Plastics is the commonly used name for Innovative Plastics. IPI is a major manufacturer of engravable plastic sheets for laser and rotary engraving systems. IPI Plastics is one of Johnson Plastics' two most popular plastic sheet brands and offers a wide variety of patterned sheets and standard solid colors. View our stocked selection in the IPI Plastics Section on our website. IPI offers custom color combinations at low minimums. For more information contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800.

JRS Frames

Johnson Plastics is one of the leading distributors for JRS frames. The JRS Company Inc. manufactures hundreds of different premade frames, custom made frames and holders to fit your applications. They manufacture both plastic and aluminum frames, in multiple styles - Nameplates/Sign Holders, Architectural Aluminum frames, Architectural Plastic frames, Aluminum Frames with lenses, Curve frames, Decorative Bar frames, Designer Plastic frames, Designer 2 Plastic frames, Euro Sign frames, and Premier frames. Johnson Plastics carries all these products and has the ability to order you any custom size frame. Contact Johnson Plastics for all custom frames at 800-869-7800, all the stocked holders and plastic frames can be found in our JRS Section. JRS's website with additional information can be found at jrscoinc.com

Large Format Inks

Large format inks are used in dye sublimation printers with printing widths larger than 22 inches. Johnson Plastics carries Sawgrass Technologies SubliM brand large format inks. Large format inks are going to be at a very compelling price point per volume due to ability to use bulk ink rather than the smaller cartridge options. You can find large format inks in the SubliM Section under Sublimation on our shopping site.

Laser Engravable Products

Laser engravable products are very popular and well stocked items in Johnson Plastics' inventory. We carry laser engravable sheet stock, foils, woods, gift items, plaques, metal sheets (Alumamark, Laserfrost, LAMA, brass, steel, aluminum), and magnetic sheets. Call Johnson Plastics for additional information on these laser engravable products or if you are looking for something unique.

Laser Engravable Materials

Laser engravable materials are very popular and well stocked items in Johnson Plastics' inventory. We carry laser engravable sheet stock, foils, woods, metal sheets (Alumamark, Laserfrost, LAMA, brass, steel, aluminum), and magnetic sheets. Call Johnson Plastics for additional information on these laser engravable materials or if you are looking for something unique.

Laser Engraving Supplies

There are quite a few different types of laser engraving supplies, some examples are paper masks, LazrClean and laser foils. Johnson Plastics carries a large selection of laser engraving supplies. Find them in our Engraving Section. If you can't find the laser supplies you are looking for please contact us and we'll see if it is something we can get for you.

Laser Max

The popular Laser Max series is manufactured by Rowmark. It's a 2-ply laser engravable material that comes in the most popular colors and is UV stable, with a Matte finish, and has an enhanced heat tolerance. Johnson Plastics stocks Laser Max in the majority of our warehouses due to the demand for this material. Laser Max can be ordered on our website under the Laser Max Section which is located in the Rowmark series of products. For more information on this product contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800 or check out Rowmark.com.

Laserable Materials

Laser engravable materials are very popular and well stocked items in Johnson Plastics' inventory. We carry laser engravable sheet stock, foils, woods, metal sheets (Alumamark, Laserfrost, LAMA, brass, steel, aluminum), and magnetic sheets. Call Johnson Plastics for additional information on these laser engravable materials or if you are looking for something unique.

Lasermax

The popular LaserMax series is manufactured by Rowmark. It's a 2-ply laser engravable material that comes in the most popular colors and is UV stable, with a Matte finish, and has an enhanced heat tolerance. Johnson Plastics stocks LaserMax in the majority of our warehouses due to the demand for this material. LaserMax can be order on our website under the LaserMax Section which is located in the Rowmark series of products. For more information on this product contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800 or check out Rowmark.com.

Meaning of Sublimation

The literal meaning – as it is defined in the science world – sublimation is the phase transition of a substance from a solid directly to a gas without going through a liquid phase. This phase occurs under specific temperature and pressure conditions. As for dye sublimation, the "solid" part of the equation denotes the microscopic particles of solid ink dyes which rest on the surface of your printed, ready-to-transfer sublimation page which you printed directly from CorelDRAW or Adobe PhotoShop to a supported Epson, Ricoh or Mutoh sublimation printer. When introduced to heat, these solid ink particles turn directly to a gas which then permanently dyes the decorated surface and sub-surface of your product.

Microfiber Cloths

Microfiber is commonly made from polyesters, making it perfect for sublimation. Microfiber is growing in popularity due to its softness, durability, absorption, wicking abilities, water repellency, and filtering. Johnson Plastics now carries microfiber cloths for dye sublimation in 3 types: an 11x18 white towel, 11x18 Golf towel with grommet and hook, and an 8x12 white towel. Find them on our site for ordering in the Sublimatable Microfiber Towels Section under our miscellaneous products.

Mug Sublimation

Johnson Plastics is one of the leading suppliers for mugs used in the dye sublimation process. We have ceramic, plastic and metal mugs all pre-coated to accept sublimation ink transfers. You can either use a mug press for transfers or a convection oven, we carry the King Mug Press, but a convection oven can be purchased at many of the popular retail stores with appliances. For more information about the process of dye sublimating mugs contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800. All sublimatable mugs can be found in the Mugs & Water Bottle Section.

Norplex Phenolic

Norplex Phenolic sheets are popular because of their high temperature resistance and the material meets many government requirements for signage. You can find Phenolic in the Norplex Phenolic Section of the Engravable Plastics area of the Johnson plastics Store front. Contact us for more specifics about phenolic sheet stock.

Plastic Distributor

Johnson Plastics is a distributor and an industry leader for engraving and signage materials. We carry over a thousand different types of plastics with hundreds of color combinations. With brands like Rowmark, Innovative Plastics, Scott-Ply and Norplex Phenolic we can fulfill almost any request for engraving plastic. We have 8 Locations throughout the United States which stock plastic, so we are usually able to get all plastic sheet stock to you within 2 business days. View our catalog online at www.johnsonplasticscatalog.com or view sheet stock in the Plastic Section on our website.

Portico Products

Portico is a plastic frame system from Rowmark. The Portico Plastic frames come in standard size between 2 and 12 inches and in radius or square corners. Portico frames come in 7 colors: Linen White, Black Sapphire, Slate Gray, Desert Sand, Patriot Blue, and Taupe. These frames use a snap lock system to keep your signage attached. You can find the frames in the Portico Poly Frame Section within Rowmark Signage Systems on our website.

Portico Systems

Portico Systems is a plastic frame system from Rowmark. The Portico Plastic frames come in standard size between 2 and 12 inches and in radius or square corners. Portico frames come in 7 colors: Linen White, Black Sapphire, Slate Gray, Desert Sand, Patriot Blue, and Taupe. These frames use a snap lock system to keep your signage attached. You can find the frames in the Portico Poly Frame Section within Rowmark Signage Systems on our website.

Quick Grip Glue

Quick Grip Glue is an All-Purpose Permanant adhesive that is used in the engraving business to laminate two pieces engraving plastics together. Quick Grip is very popular with our customers and comes in an easy to use 2oz squeeze tube. The glue is clear, water and weather proof. You can find it in the Liquid Adhesive Section in our store front.

Rez-n-Bond

Rez-n-Bond is Johnson Plastics most popular liquid adhesive. It is a fast-drying, clear solvent used for welding plastic to plastic. Rez-n-Bond is most commonly used for mounting badge findings to badges, and acrylic letters to acrylic sheets. Contact Johnson Plastics for more information, or order it online in the Liquid Adhesives Section. Just a warning, because of shipping regulations, Rez-n-Bond is not able to be shipped via Air shipping methods.

Rotary Engraving Supplies

If you are looking for engraving supplies then Johnson Plastics is the right place to be looking. We carry everything you need dealing with your rotary engraver. Adhesives, engraving sheet stock, engraving table mats, paint fill, and a large selection of Antares cutters are just part of the rotary engraving supplies that we carry. Contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800 if you are unable to find what you are looking for.

Rowmark

Rowmark is Johnson Plastics' most popular manufacterer of plastic sheets for engraving and signage. If you are looking for Rowmark then there is no one more knowledgeable, as well stocked, and ready to ship as Johnson Plastics. We stock almost every type of Rowmark plastic throughout our eight location in the United States. Rowmark carries a variety of styles of engraving plastic for both rotary and laser engraving machines. Satins, mattes, textured, and brushed metals are some of the most popular surface styles that Rowmark manufactuers. Find Rotary engravable plastic and Laser engravable plastic under the Rowmark Section of our Johnson Plastics Store Front. Rowmark also manufacturers frames, holders, stand-off and more in their Rowmark Signage Systems line. If you have any additional questions give Johnson Plastics a call or check out Rowmark.com.

Rowmark ADA Alternative

Rowmarks ADA Alternative series of plastic sheet stock is the most popular material used in custom ADA signage. ADA Alternative can be ordered in the thickness of 1/32 inch, 1/16 inch, or 1/8 inch. The material can be both lasered and rotary engraved and is UV stable. The 1/8 inch and 1/16 inch are used mainly as the background for the signage, and 1/32 is used for the lettering and braille dots. ADA stands for the Americans with Disabilities Act and there are specific rules to signage to assist those who may be handicapped. Rowmark's ADA Alternative line features a large selection of colors which can be mixed and matched to meet the contrast requirement of rules and regulations of the Americans with Disablilities Act. You can find the Rowmark ADA Alternative Section under Engraving Plastics and Metals and it can be found on Rowmark.com.

Sublicotton

Johnson Plastics carries sublicotton II t-shirt transfer paper that is used for shirts with dark colors. It can be found in the T-shirt Transfer Paper Section under paper.

Subliflock

Subliflock is a fabric used with the sublimation process. Once your image is sublimated to subliflock it then is heat pressed onto a cotton or poly/cotton blended shirt. Johnson plastics carries subliflock in a 20in x 15ft roll form. The Subliflock Section is located in Fabrics on our shopping site. For more information call Johnson Plastics and ask for a sublimation specialist.

Sublijet

Sublijet is a series of sublimation ink from Sawgrass Technologies. Used in Ricoh and Epson printers in either cartridge or bulk ink form. Johnson Plastics is a leading distributor of sublimation ink and Sublijet inks. You can order them under the Sublijet Section. For more information on your ink choices contact Johnson Plastics or check out Sawgrass' Website.

Sublijet R

Sublijet R inks are a series of inks from Sawgrass Technologies. Used specifically in Ricoh Printers, it is a gel based ink which doesn't clog print heads like standard sublimation ink, making for a system that requires very little maintenance. The Sublijet R Section is found under Inks in our Johnson Plastics store front. For more information on your ink choices contact Johnson Plastics or check out Sawgrass' Website.

Sublimatable Products

Sublimatable Products are pre-coated items that will absorb sublimation ink once it is heated. There are quite a few varieties of products which can be sublimated onto, some of which are coated metals, woods, ceramics, and fabrics. Johnson Plastics is a industry leader for sublimatable products and supplies. All of Johnson Plastics' sublimatable products can be located on our Ordering Site.

Sublimation

Sublimation is the process of an ink becoming a gas with heat and then being absorbed by a specially coated product. Johnson Plastics carries everything you would need to do the sublimation process. We recommend checking out our Getting Started Sublimation Section on our website if you want to begin creating sublimated products. If you are looking for equipment you can check our Printer Packages Section. All of our products can be located in the Sublimatable Products Section. We offer one-on-one sublimation tech support and guidance 8am - 8pm EST, just call and ask for a Johnson Plastics Sublimation Specialist, 800-869-7800. We pride ourselves in being one of the most knowledgeable and friendly staff in the field.

Sublimation Education

Johnson Plastics is here to help you learn more about the sublimation process whether you are a beginner or an experienced sublimator. We can offer one-on-one phone support to assist you with dye-sublimation education. For additional support visit one of our Open House events where we host three days of sublimation education and networking with Johnson Plastics sublimation specialists. Contact a Sublimation Specialist for more information about sublimation at 800-869-7800.

Sublimation Ink

Sublimation ink is a special type of ink which can be printed on sublimation paper and attached to a treated sublimation product, then heated will become a gas that is absorbed by the coating on the product. We carry a wide variety of sublimation inks for different types of printers; you can view them in our Inks Section on the Johnson Plastics store front. For more information about what ink you specifically need for your printer please contact a Johnson Plastics Sublimation Specialist at 800-869-7800.

Sublimation Mug

Johnson Plastics is one of the leading suppliers for mugs used in the sublimation process. We have ceramic, plastic and metal mugs all pre-coated to accept sublimation ink transfers. You can either use a mug press for transfers or a convection oven. We carry the King Mug Press, but a convection oven can be purchased at many of the popular retail stores with appliances. For more information about the process of dye sublimating mugs contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800. All sublimatable mugs can be found in the Mugs & Water Bottle Section.

Sublimation Print

A sublimation print is a form of detailing poly shirts. Done with the sublimation process, and image is transfered permanently onto a polyester or poly-blend garment. A sublimation print is a very popular process to label a poly shirt because it becomes part of the fabric it was pressed onto, making it very durable with almost no fading over time. For more information about a sublimation print on fabric contact a Johnson Plastics Sublimation Specialist at 800-869-7800.

Sublimation Products

Sublimation Products are pre-coated items that will absorb sublimation ink once they are heated. There are quite a few varieties of products which can be sublimated onto, some of which are coated metals, woods, ceramics, and fabrics. All of Johnson Plastics' sublimatable products can be located on our Ordering Site.

Sublimation Supplier

One of Johnson Plastics two core businesses is being a supplier for sublimation products. We are a leader in products and support in the sublimation industry, with more locations than any other sublimation supplier in the United States. We should be your first stop for all things sublimation. We can assist you getting started in sublimation and continue to provide you assistance as your business expands in the world of dye sublimation. We have multiple Sublimation Specialists to help you find the items you are looking for out of the thousand items we carry for sublimation. Search for products in our Store Front or contact a Sublimation Specialist for more information about products at 800-869-7800.

Sublimation Supplies

Sublimation Supplies are additional products and accessories which are used in the sublimation process. The most common supplies ordered for sublimation are heat pads, heat tape, sublimation paper, and Teflon sheets. Most can be found in our Sublimation Section. If you need more information contact a Sublimation Specialist at Johnson Plastics 800-869-7800.

Sublimation Systems

Johnson Plastics carries a wide range of sublimation systems. Systems that begin at standard sheet sizes of 8.5x11 up to large formation sublimation systems of 24in wide rolls and larger. Johnson Plastics carries many brands of printers used for sublimation like Epson, Ricoh, Mutoh and others. Most of the sublimation systems have package prices which include inks, paper and software needed for setup. To purchase a sublimation system contact a Sublimation Specialist at 800-869-7800.

Unisub

Unisub, a division of Universal Woods Inc, is a manufacturer of products that accept sublimation transfers. With a wide variety of blank imprintables, ranging from Action Easels to Trophy Disc inserts, Unisub is a leader in all products sublimation related. Johnson Plastics is a top distributor of Unisub products. We stock them throughout our eight locations in the United States and they can be found within our Sublimation Section online.

Unisub Templates

Unisub Templates can be found for the majority of Unisub products in our Software Downloads and Templates Section and also at Unisub.com. Call Johnson Plastics if there is a template for a Unisub product that you cannot find online, one of our Sublimation Specialists will be able to help you.