January 2008

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    Neschen Americas has introduced more than 15 new products under its SEAL® and Neschen® brands. Neschen® AccuCure™ Elite UV Gloss—Liquid laminate for AccuCure UV coating systems. Offers rapid drying and high-durability for virtually instantaneous display-ready prints. SEAL® 62 Base—62-inch laminator with heat-assisted top roller. Features include a roll-to-roll laminating option and an automatic release liner [...]

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    By Jamie Swedberg Green. The word is being spoken more frequently than ever before. Whether your customers are driving you or you are already focused on green, the movement is driving the industry. Here are some tips to “green-up” your business practice. Get lit. Swap traditional fluorescent or incandescent lights for energy efficient T8 fixtures. [...]

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    Universities, suppliers, and associations provide educational opportunities in an industry where what you need to know is constantly changing. By Lou Dzierzak The skills required to conceive, design, produce, and deliver an award-winning exhibit design, building wrap, or point-of-sale display come from long hours of studying processes and trial-and-error. With the industry’s fast-paced innovation in [...]

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    Understanding the technologies is key to incorporating the right digital printer into your business. By Rick Scrimger According to Boston-based IT Strategies, the market for wide- and grand-format digitally printed fabric graphics is expected to grow from 2,300 printers producing 9 million square feet in 2005 to 5,000 printers producing 2.1 billion square feet in [...]

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    Solvent inks offer durability and performance for a wide range of applications. By Vince Cahill After the Turkish army ended its siege of Vienna in 1529, it left behind its many magnificently decorated tents with walls depicting gardens and fantastic designs. With that in mind, one can imagine that the promise of inkjet printing can [...]

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    Can you give your clients what they want, when they want it? By Janet Preus It’s a growing trend. We want what we want when we want it—in our clothing, our music, our coffee, and even our environments. Customization is a permanent element in our day-to-day lives, both at home and at work. While the [...]

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    Solid graphic design can get you noticed. By Sara Klomp Have you ever wondered why one advertisement is better than another? Why does one design grab your attention first? Good graphic design makes the difference. It enhances, simplifies, and clarifies a message while supporting an idea or product. Good design is so seamless you don’t [...]

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    By Lou Dzierzak Thirteen years ago, Color-X of New York, N.Y., was producing large-format C-prints for corporate clients. By watching, listening, and reacting to customer needs, Color-X’s business has expanded into new printing and substrate technologies. “In the beginning we had a proprietary inkjet printer that printed on rigid materials before flatbed printers were introduced,” [...]

  • Published On: January 1, 2008

    By Roy Katz Today every business has to be media savvy and know ahead of time what to do when a reporter calls. If you keep in mind a few basic rules, you can get your firm’s views across clearly and effectively. “When a journalist calls requesting information, the public relations person should always first [...]