Drytac coatings approved compatible with HP inks

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

Products from Drytac’s EnduraCoat and InstaCure liquid coating lines have been approved compatible with HP’s Latex inks on HP Outdoor Frontlit Scrim Banner and HP PVC-free Wall Paper. EnduraCoat aqueous and InstaCure UV curable liquid coatings contain a blend of acrylic and non-yellowing…
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Two new overlaminate finishes

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

Two new cast overlaminates from Arlon have been added to its line. Series 3200L is a luster-finish overlaminate, and Series 3200S is a satin-finish overlaminate. These multipurpose laminates are suitable for vehicle wraps and outdoor signage. SOURCE Arlon
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Sawgrass premieres educational videos

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

Sawgrass Technologies Consumer Division launched its Technical Support Installation and Setup Videos on www.sawgrassink.com and the How-To Application Videos on YouTube. The videos cover the download and installation of both OEM Printer Drivers and Sawgrass PowerDrivers. Software Installation Videos…
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Printing double-sided stadium banners

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

 By Kelly Morris In August, Rainier’s Bruce Dickinson and Josh Lindholm approached the University of Wyoming with a proposal to transform the school’s stadium with new banners and signage. The proposal was accepted and a partnership was formed over the course of a few months’…
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Opaque film removes shadows and image wash-out

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

SolvoPrint Nolite 175 provides 100-percent opacity, which removes shadows and image wash-out in backlit conditions. The rigid polyester film stays flat and does not curl, and the scratch-resistant coating makes graphics durable. SolvoPrint Nolite 175 is suitable for POP displays, retail signage, tra…
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A.T Inks adds sales rep

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

A.T Inks added Ian Reynolds as technical sales representative to its team in the United States. He will be based in the Houston, Texas area. Reynolds has nearly 14 years in the graphics and print industry. His most recent position was technical account manager and color specialist at Teckwin Interna…
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INX increases prices due to shortage

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

INX International Ink Co. announced a price increase effective Sept. 1. Ongoing raw material supply shortages have a serious effect on printing ink production. Solvent based white inks and water based white inks will increase in price from 4 to 6 percent. Inks containing Violet 23 and water coatings…
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Eco-friendly fabric options

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

By Jeff Leagon It can be argued that using fabrics for graphics applications is more “green” than other media options. It’s especially true when making a comparison to rigid print media, since fabrics are more lightweight and compact and therefore easier and less expensive to trans…
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Three new banner products from Arlon

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

Three new banner products from Arlon are now available. DPF 303 is a super smooth, blockout, double-sided white scrim polyester banner that comes in both matte and satin. DPF 308 is a white fine-hole mesh that is available with or without a PVC liner. DPF 310BB is a white, black-back flexible polyes…
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Pour-over ink

November 1, 2010  |  Graphics

Jet Set Eco Ink from Inkjet Set can be easily poured over the original OEM ink with no ink compatibility problems. The ink can be color matched and produces saturated colors. Jet Set Eco Ink has superior dot gain control and is designed for high-speed digital printing. SOURCE Inkjet Set
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