How screen orders move from enquiry to dispatch
Start by sending your order request through the enquiry form on our contact page. Include the mesh count you need, the frame size, how many screens are required and whether you want new frame stretching, re-stretching, or a repeat order matched to an existing setup. The more detail you give, the easier it is to prepare the correct mesh and frame spec first time.
Our team checks the order details, confirms the frame sizing and then prepares the job for either collection or delivery. For print shops that work with regular artwork changes, we also check tension requirements and mesh count matching so the screens are ready for the type of ink and detail level you are running. A clean order note saves time at dispatch and helps avoid hold ups if you are pushing a tight production window.
Gauteng collections from Germiston and the East Rand
Customers based in Germiston, Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounding East Rand areas can arrange collection from our Germiston base. Collection works well for urgent screen jobs, smaller orders, or when your team needs to check the frames before loading them into production. If you are collecting, make sure the vehicle has enough space for the frame size ordered, especially for larger pre-stretched aluminium frames.
- Bring your order reference from the enquiry form
- Check that your vehicle can carry the frame lengths safely
- Allow time for loading so the mesh is not damaged on the way out
- If you need repeat order matching, mention the earlier screen details upfront
For local print shops in busy areas, collection is often the quickest option when load shedding, traffic or municipal delays can affect the rest of the day. It helps keep your schedule moving and gives you direct control over the handover.
Nationwide delivery to major print centres
We deliver screen-printing mesh and pre-stretched frames to print shops across South Africa, including Durban, Cape Town and Gqeberha, as well as other centres where screen work needs to keep moving. Delivery is arranged according to the order size, destination and the type of screens being sent. Mesh counts and frame dimensions are packed to reduce movement in transit and to protect the stretched surface.
When orders are going to the coast, especially Durban and Cape Town, humidity can affect how you store mesh and frames after delivery. Once the order arrives, keep the screens in a dry space away from direct sun and sudden temperature changes. If your workshop sits close to the harbour or works with frequent washing and reclaiming, it is worth planning storage so the mesh stays in good condition from the first use.
What to send with your delivery request
To keep your order moving, send the basics through the enquiry form and note anything unusual about your setup. Screen-printing work often depends on exact mesh counts, correct tension and accurate frame sizing, so the more detail you share, the better the match. If you are unsure about mesh selection, our technical team can guide you on a suitable count for coarse ink deposits, finer artwork or mixed production runs.
- Mesh count required, or the artwork type you are printing
- Frame size and how many screens you need
- Whether the order is new stretching, re-stretching or a repeat job
- Any special packing request for transport or storage
- Collection or delivery destination, with town and suburb if possible
For batch screen prep and dispatch packing, clear notes help us keep the order consistent across multiple frames, which matters when you need more than one screen ready for the same print run.
Timing, load-shedding and order planning
Screen production is often tied to deadlines, especially when a print shop is working around load-shedding, client approvals or same week dispatch. If you need frames for a scheduled job, place the enquiry early and let us know your target date. That gives us time to check frame availability, tension requirements and packing before collection or delivery is arranged.
When planning around the Gauteng road network, allow extra time for peak traffic between Germiston, Johannesburg and Pretoria. If your order is going to Durban, Cape Town or Gqeberha, give yourself a little buffer on the receiving side too, so the screens can be inspected before they go onto the press. A bit of planning here avoids last minute pressure and keeps your job queue steadier.
Receiving, checking and storing your frames
Once your order reaches you, check the mesh tension, frame corners and surface condition before the screens go into production. If you notice anything that looks out of place, contact us through the enquiry form as soon as possible so we can advise on next steps. For high volume shops, it helps to inspect every frame on arrival rather than waiting until the press room is already busy.
- Store frames flat or upright in a dry area
- Avoid stacking heavy items on top of the mesh
- Keep screens away from dust, moisture and sharp edges
- Label repeat orders so the right mesh count is used again later
Proper handling matters, especially in coastal areas where humidity can affect storage and in workshops where frames move between cleaning, reclaiming and printing on the same day. Good receiving habits protect the tension and help the screens last longer.
