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screen printing => Equipment => Topic started by: screenprintlifer on August 31, 2015, 07:22:52 PM
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Jason Rodriguez is back in the game. So, Buyer Beware as He has a new company 360 Machines & Supply,
When I heard about, I couldn't believe it but I've attached a pic where he according to the business registry website, he filed 90 days ago as a GA Corporation.
I don't know how many different companies this guy has operated under in the last few years, so I guess it's not that big of a surprise.
If you don't know the name, be glad! You can search any online screen printing forum (including TSB) for his name and read countless stories from different perspectives or just him out at ripoffreport.com
According to his facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/360machinesandsupply?fref=ts (https://www.facebook.com/360machinesandsupply?fref=ts)
He has opened a storefront in Atlanta.
5101 Buffington Road, Ste 3469A, Atlanta, GA, 30349
Toll Free # (844)-229-4777
Hopefully, we wont be reading any more alleged horror stories about this guy and if we do, well as they say, Buyer Beware!
On the bright side, at least now, people who have been looking for him, know where to find him.
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Pretty sure they have another business there, Kolormatrix or something. They were spamming a screen printing Facebook I follow daily with specials
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I dont think they are the same. I googled them & couldn't find anything bad or about Jason being there.
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Kolormatrix is a fantastic company. I have done business with them their service is excellent.
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Kolormatrix and Jason are not related. Although they used to be Freedom Supply and that is where he got his start in this industry.
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Hopefully, we wont be reading any more alleged horror stories about this guy and if we do, well as they say, Buyer Beware!
On the bright side, at least now, people who have been looking for him, know where to find him.
What is considered to be the best predictor or future behavior? That's rhetorical of course but anyone feel free to answer that if you want. I won't go so far as to say the next person that gets ripped by this guy will have deserved it, but in this day of information at your fingertips you gotta bury your head in the sand to get had by him. And I'm sure he'll say he's not what he appears to be and the problems he had in the past were not really his doing, but one or two bad deals is somewhat forgivable with the nature of used equipment, but I'd bet that over half of the deals this dude did went bad. He either had the worst luck of any broker in the world or he worked damn hard to take people of their money. I'd be a mess mentally and physically if I sold a press to someone and they never got the equipment. I would not be able to function.
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He's going to keep doing it because this industry allows him to. I am involved in a few niches with my personal life and in my business. For whatever reason people in the screen printing industry either don't seem to speak like other industries or just don't care or do the research like others. When a guy in the Corvette world rips off a couple people he never gets to come back, it simply is known everywhere.
How this industry isn't similar blows me away. This guy will keep doing it and we will keep seeing stories.
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This industry has a ton of turnover and probably less than 1% of the printers out their even know these types of forums exist. Thats the main reason why these guys can prey on the unsuspecting and keep getting away with it.
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Thanks to Hey Monkey and TCT for helping to set the record straight.
Kolormatrix and Jason Rodriguez are in NO Way, Form or Fashion, related or doing ANY Type of Business Together!
Actually, its kind of insulting to say we are, if you google our name you will find 99.5% Positive Reviews.
Yes, he did work for me at Freedom Imaging Solutions but he was let go Before he began his "questionable behavior". Brian Brownlee from MHM, plus Brannon and Scott from Spot Color Supply also used to work for me and none of them have the poor reputation that Jason has acquired. This is an "alleged" personality / morality defect, not a company related problem.
In regards to many of the opinions shared here, I will simply nod my head and refrain from any further comments about him or his new venture.
Sorry if this comes off short, as it not meant to be, I just wanted to set the record straight. Thanks! :)
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Jason Rodriguez is finally quieting. Got the news today that this crook is finally declaring bankruptcy and leaving the industry for good. Hopefully he is out for good. He has harmed enough screen printing business for his life time. I guess he lived up to his reputation and can't do what he use to do. I guess he owed a lot of money to people. Once a crook always a crook.
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Where did you hear this from ?
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Doubt that stops him. Just pop up under a new business, fake name or whatever it takes for him to get someones money.
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Hey, remember Donald Trump declared bankruptcy 4 times and now he's running for president!!!
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Hey, remember Donald Trump declared bankruptcy 4 times and now he's running for president!!!
Exactly.... it's nothing more than a mark on your reputation (if anyone even looks into it).
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There are more than a few equipment brokers that have gone away only to come back because they can't do it in another industry (rip people off essentially). I'm very surprised the most well known of the equipment brokers hasn't slipped back into our realm, but I still wouldn't bet any amount of money that he'll never come back. Beds for big folks must be a booming industry or he's found other "soft spots" to exploit.
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There are more than a few equipment brokers that have gone away only to come back because they can't do it in another industry (rip people off essentially). I'm very surprised the most well known of the equipment brokers hasn't slipped back into our realm, but I still wouldn't bet any amount of money that he'll never come back. Beds for big folks must be a booming industry or he's found other "soft spots" to exploit.
Good markup on mattresses. Super easy to bait & switch with a made up brand/model name. I'm one of the few who sorta miss the guy. I just made the last payment on my press and my Print--Ex parts are chugging along as well as the Anatol parts lol if that says anything.
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The industry needed someone to set the bar real low so we could all understand how bad it could be. We miss him for that. Haha.
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The industry needed someone to set the bar real low so we could all understand how bad it could be. We miss him for that. Haha.
I've heard that same reasoning with regards to politics lately, and by both sides :)
There are more than a few equipment brokers that have gone away only to come back because they can't do it in another industry (rip people off essentially). I'm very surprised the most well known of the equipment brokers hasn't slipped back into our realm, but I still wouldn't bet any amount of money that he'll never come back. Beds for big folks must be a booming industry or he's found other "soft spots" to exploit.
Good markup on mattresses. Super easy to bait & switch with a made up brand/model name. I'm one of the few who sorta miss the guy. I just made the last payment on my press and my Print--Ex parts are chugging along as well as the Anatol parts lol if that says anything.
I know of a 16 color (actually closer to a 10 color due to repairs needed to certain heads) P-ex for sale, desperately needing to be sold from what little I can tell. I've heard great things about it (not really, just thought I'd see if anybody's sarcasm meter needs some testing) but all in all, it might have potential in the right hands. But it really needs parts, and I don't know how readily available parts are for it, especially here in the states. It's a generation 1 upgraded to a 2nd gen, which isn't as good as the 2nd gens but certainly better than the 1st gen. I haven't seen this press operate since it was installed and heard it liked to take long walks if not properly leashed (bolted to the floor). I do believe for the right price and in the right shop it would be better than printing manually :). I think what he's asking is too much. If all heads worked perfectly and the flash units were good I still don't know that it would be worth the selling price due to parts and service. I could see a shop taking a chance on it if they already had a Prism and were experienced enough with them that they could keep it spinning, but at the asking price and knowing about what was paid for it...it's not selling any time soon.
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In the context of this particular thread, there was more than one instance of this newly mentioned individual not delivering product.
On the broader picture, he was a disruptive force on industry forums, hence, in fact, the creation of this very place.
From the get-go however, we also pledged to not become a place to bash him.
Out of sight, out of mind, (and damn, our local Sprouts Market was out of Soda Bread!)
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The industry needed someone to set the bar real low so we could all understand how bad it could be. We miss him for that. Haha.
I've heard that same reasoning with regards to politics lately, and by both sides :)
There are more than a few equipment brokers that have gone away only to come back because they can't do it in another industry (rip people off essentially). I'm very surprised the most well known of the equipment brokers hasn't slipped back into our realm, but I still wouldn't bet any amount of money that he'll never come back. Beds for big folks must be a booming industry or he's found other "soft spots" to exploit.
Good markup on mattresses. Super easy to bait & switch with a made up brand/model name. I'm one of the few who sorta miss the guy. I just made the last payment on my press and my Print--Ex parts are chugging along as well as the Anatol parts lol if that says anything.
I know of a 16 color (actually closer to a 10 color due to repairs needed to certain heads) P-ex for sale, desperately needing to be sold from what little I can tell. I've heard great things about it (not really, just thought I'd see if anybody's sarcasm meter needs some testing) but all in all, it might have potential in the right hands. But it really needs parts, and I don't know how readily available parts are for it, especially here in the states. It's a generation 1 upgraded to a 2nd gen, which isn't as good as the 2nd gens but certainly better than the 1st gen. I haven't seen this press operate since it was installed and heard it liked to take long walks if not properly leashed (bolted to the floor). I do believe for the right price and in the right shop it would be better than printing manually :). I think what he's asking is too much. If all heads worked perfectly and the flash units were good I still don't know that it would be worth the selling price due to parts and service. I could see a shop taking a chance on it if they already had a Prism and were experienced enough with them that they could keep it spinning, but at the asking price and knowing about what was paid for it...it's not selling any time soon.
Maybe Binkspot would be interested. If it were a cheap 6 color I'd gamble just to have a sleeve/youth press. I need a proxy sensor since I destroyed one by my own stupidity. I'm pretty sure it's just a part number search away.
I'm sure they'll start popping up for a song when people can't get a major part for them. A little reverse engineering could get them back in running order I'm sure.
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He's still at it, posted today just 29 minutes ago. FYI
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I had nothing I do with that 16 Allen (don't think I did, not the Lubbock one) is talking about but would be willing to go to the shop (customer pick up my expenses) and look at it and offer a no cure no pay deal. If I can fix it and make it right they pay my service rate, if not I go home. I am 99.9% sure I could straighten it out after getting some of the other messes I have cleaned up. But they would have to be willing to buy the necessary parts. Which are readily available next day if you are willing to pay the price. They are still active and parts are available.
That wouldn't be the first press or last he left the customer holding the bag.
Maybe I got lucky, other then a few issues in the beginning the ours runs like a top.
BTW we sold the business last week and looking to get rid of the equipment that wasn't in the sale if anyone is interested.
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He's still at it, posted today just 29 minutes ago. FYI
I check Craigslist and digismith almost daily to see what's out there. Someone has been posting on Craigslist looking for show shops for viper presses. When I Google the press 360 machines is all I find. Looks like they are posting it across the country. Wonder if it is him
He's still at it, posted today just 29 minutes ago. FYI
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As I pointed out, he's never going to stop. He's 360 machines yes. Wants amazing to me is how easy it is to find dirt on this guy and nobody does any homework on it.
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More.
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He called me a while back to talk about this. It's a relabeled RPM. Sadly is a great press but the manufacturer can't find a great sales team for them in the US.
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He called me a while back to talk about this. It's a relabeled RPM. Sadly is a great press but the manufacturer can't find a great sales team for them in the US.
It's really too bad, it just seems like Rick is perfectly happy selling and servicing a set amount of machines per year and not looking to get out there more than that. I don't think there is a press on earth that could have done a better job for us the last 7 years. As good? Possible, but better? No way. One service call in 7 years and 2 million impressions, one chopper cylinder replacement, not really any air leaks until recently (easy fixes), it's been rock solid. For us it's been the best, but for many that have bought a used RPM it has been a struggle. I know of a few others that bought new RPM's and have had great support, I don't think I've heard a complaint from that side, but the used buyers have had a different experience. I like and respect the heck out of Rick, but I can't lie and say I'm not disappointed with many of the emails I get from others needing help. I wish I were more able to provide the help and support the used market needs but I can't with how we've grown the last 5 years.
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Oh good gourd, Mustang and now Viper? I'm falling behind on all the name changes!
I knew Bink would step in and comment, he knows those Print-ex machines backward and forward. They should take him up on his offer, if it makes it through the grapevine to them.
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I'm pretty sure The OTS is selling new P-tex. So there has to be parts ect.
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Brandt, what group is that? I don't see any of those posts I'm my feed. I'm not saying you are making it up, just wondering if I'm using facespace wrong... ;)
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One was one his own personal page you have to be a friend to see it (I can't see it either someone was emailing me these). The other is on a Facebook group you also have to be a member of. Title is on the top bar of that image.
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Just to be clear Viper Screen Supply is in no means or manner involved in whatever all this is. Just looking out for a friend.
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Come on, Mitzi isn't old.
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Never said that, never would. And I don't think she ever will be ;)
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agh, I can't read today...somehow I read "looking out for an old friend"
Looks like a day where everyone going to need to double check my work. sorry tony
Back on topic though. I agree with Alan that the RPM is a great machine. Service from Rick is spotty and I went elsewhere very early on. I really don't think he is doing that machine any favors.
Jason is a nice guy. I've never spent money with him and I am not really sure I would. I would honestly just try and buy the press direct from 2M
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agh, I can't read today...somehow I read "looking out for an old friend"
Looks like a day where everyone going to need to double check my work. sorry tony
Back on topic though. I agree with Alan that the RPM is a great machine. Service from Rick is spotty and I went elsewhere very early on. I really don't think he is doing that machine any favors.
Jason is a nice guy. I've never spent money with him and I am not really sure I would. I would honestly just try and buy the press direct from 2M
Tony is not fat.
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Yeah I would never go there....that girl carries heat!
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He is back at it...
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/bfs/5946386724.html (http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/bfs/5946386724.html)
http://www.ripoffreport.com/r/Jason-Rodriguez-or-JR/Douglasville-Georgia-30134/Jason-Rodriguez2M-Controls-LLC360-Machines-and-SupplyDana-Rodriguez-Career-CON-ARTIST-1346726 (http://www.ripoffreport.com/r/Jason-Rodriguez-or-JR/Douglasville-Georgia-30134/Jason-Rodriguez2M-Controls-LLC360-Machines-and-SupplyDana-Rodriguez-Career-CON-ARTIST-1346726)
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does he have any thing to do with Mark Alves? or is he another scammer?
I'm in the market for a Gas dryer so it's great that you guys put this info out there
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does he have any thing to do with Mark Alves? or is he another scammer?
I'm in the market for a Gas dryer so it's great that you guys put this info out there
Not sure, i'm not familiar with that name.
Google is not friendly to him though...
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http://www.digitsmith.com/mark-alves-don-m-r-tech-scammed-me-out-ot-8-000-need-advice-48992.html (http://www.digitsmith.com/mark-alves-don-m-r-tech-scammed-me-out-ot-8-000-need-advice-48992.html)
Bottom line when dealing with any broker though is do your due diligence. Spring for the airfare to see the equipment and use a payment method that offers protection.
A problem with even a well meaning broker is that they often have not even seen the equipment either. Next, many don't seem to have the wherewithal to deal with unexpected financial hiccups, but rather operate in a sort of ponzi scheme in which their next client's money is needed to fund any issue that cropped up with a deal that went South.
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I would never deal with a broker in this industry. So many stories. Many of the brokers never put their actual eyes on equipment anyway, so what are they really doing for you?
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[url]http://www.digitsmith.com/mark-alves-don-m-r-tech-scammed-me-out-ot-8-000-need-advice-48992.html[/url] ([url]http://www.digitsmith.com/mark-alves-don-m-r-tech-scammed-me-out-ot-8-000-need-advice-48992.html[/url])
Bottom line when dealing with any broker though is do your due diligence. Spring for the airfare to see the equipment and use a payment method that offers protection.
A problem with even a well meaning broker is that they often have not even seen the equipment either. Next, many don't seem to have the wherewithal to deal with unexpected financial hiccups, but rather operate in a sort of ponzi scheme in which their next client's money is needed to fund any issue that cropped up with a deal that went South.
Yeah this is the advice I often hear. I wouldn't deal with a broker anyway, I would much rather deal with the actual person selling it and get some history. I don't really understand the need for brokers unless they are involved in refurbishing.
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I will deal with a broker if they are an ACTUAL tech as well.
Winston is a prime example of this type person.
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I will deal with a broker if they are an ACTUAL tech as well.
Winston is a prime example of this type person.
Another +1 for Winston here!
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I will deal with a broker if they are an ACTUAL tech as well.
Winston is a prime example of this type person.
Winston is super rare. It's not even fair to lump him into that crowd.
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does he have any thing to do with Mark Alves? or is he another scammer?
I'm in the market for a Gas dryer so it's great that you guys put this info out there
Winston has a great little gas dryer for sale.