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Bantex® fabrics line expands
September 1st, 2008
Bantex® Terra™ is Herculite’s newest addition to the industry-leading Bantex brand and was designed in response to market demand for Bantex fabrics that can be used with either direct and transfer sublimation inks as well as solvent UV curable ink-jet printing systems. These products are eco-sensitive, contain no VOCs, are free of heavy metals, and […]
Banner material recommended for frontlit applications and billboards
September 1st, 2008
KAPCO Graphic Products, Kent, Ohio, a manufacturer, coater, and converter of pressure-sensitive, flexible materials, introduces a new cost-effective, solvent, 13-ounce banner, recommended for frontlit applications and billboards for promotional advertising and point of purchase. It is compatible with OEM solvent and mild solvent inks and available in matte and gloss finishes. Its fire-resistance coating passes […]
Software helps printers attend to everyday tasks
September 1st, 2008
Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd., Nagano, Japan, now offers the new Mimaki Profile Master II (MPMII), color management software. This version helps printers attend to everyday tasks, such as advanced ICC profiling and printer equalization. An enhanced calibration function offers printers a new threshold of printing accuracy and consistency. Usually slight color variations are inevitable over […]
Hybrid printer uses BIO ink technology
September 1st, 2008
Sign Here of Tennessee, Franklin, Tenn., is now digitally printing on its new Mutoh’s ValueJet 1608 Hybrid printer using MUBIO INK, a new BIO ink technology exclusively found on this printer. The ink is made of 80 percent plant derived substances, contains no harmful VOCs and has faster drying times. Combining today’s technology with craftsmanship […]
Color selector features more than 460 colors
September 1st, 2008
The 2008 Avery Graphics Color Selector features more than 460 colors and several new products, including four new specialty films (Shimmer, Silver Illusion, Hammered Gold Leaf and Silver Carbon Weave); two new metallic films; three new cast, camouflage printed films; a new highly adhesive, foam sign tape that provides clean fastening for multiple signage applications; […]
Rainier unveils printers and appliqué banner designs
September 1st, 2008
Rainier Industries, Seattle, Wash., has added Durst 351R and Durst 800 printers, which have the ability to print white ink on hard substrates and roll to roll goods. Rainier has also unveiled 24 new appliqué banner designs with mostly seasonal patterns. These designs can be customized with a customer’s logo or imprint. Banners are made […]
Pantone Inc. approves use of Océ printing systems
September 1st, 2008
Océ, Trumbull, Conn., and Düsseldorf, Germany, announces that the Océ VarioStream 9240 and Océ ColorStream 10000 full color production printing systems, supported by Océ PRISMA workflow software, have been approved by Pantone Inc., Carlstadt, N.J., for use with the Pantone Matching System colors, and the Pantone Goe System colors. Pantone Inc. serves the color communication, […]
Direct-to-textile printer includes integrated heat fixation unit
September 1st, 2008
Graphics One, LLC, Burbank, Cal., announces the availability of the new d.gen Teleios 74/V6 six color direct-to-textile printer. This high-performance direct-to-fabric printer produces vivid, prints on flags and banners with no transfer paper needed. The Teleios 74/V6 prints up to 74 inches, and has a maximum resolution of 1440 dpi., at high speeds. Included with […]
Image Graphics introduces 3 new products
September 1st, 2008
Image Graphics, Deer Park, N.Y., has three new product offerings. Bioflex is a durable, white, flexible substrate. Tear and fade resistant, it will withstand all types of weather conditions, and is the first truly environmentally friendly PVC. It is well suited for applications that require a front-lit, digitally printed sign or banner. Earthcling is a […]
Textured wall wrap hides wall imperfections
September 1st, 2008
DreamScape, Rockaway, N.J., has unveiled dreamScape Textured Wall Wrap, a textured vinyl peel and stick media, which has been developed for hiding wall imperfections and the ability to reduce glare and light reflection. It is also thicker and more durable so it won’t stretch out of form or shrink during installation. It meets all requirements […]