Being solvent savvy

January 1, 2008  |  Features, Graphics

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 …
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Choosing the right printer

January 1, 2008  |  Features, Graphics

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 fe…
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Finding the right training in the printed graphics industry

January 1, 2008  |  Features, Graphics

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 f…
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10 tips to “green-up” your business practices

January 1, 2008  |  Graphics

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 fluores…
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Neschen introduces more than 15 new products

January 1, 2008  |  Graphics

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&reg…
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Duro Textiles releases line of fabric protection solutions

January 1, 2008  |  Graphics

Duro Textiles, Falls River, Mass., has released Defense™—a complete line of protective solutions for residential and commercial fabrics. The Defense line provides protection from threats such as UV rays, mildew, stains, and wear. Consisting of five individual solutions that can be used a…
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B&P Graphic Systems introduces transfer-free textile printer

January 1, 2008  |  Graphics

B&P Graphic Systems, Chertsey, England, has introduced the transfer-free d.gen Teleios textile printer. This wide-format photo-realistic system doesn’t involve a transfer process, making it a space-saving solution for the production of banners, flags and soft signs, clothing, wallpaper, an…
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Color card assists customers in choosing colors and products

January 1, 2008  |  Graphics

Arlon, manufacturer of pressure-sensitive cut vinyl, illuminated signage, and print media films, has released a new color card. The card allows customers to view product color film samples, and provides product information. The product detail assists customers in choosing the right color and the rig…
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ExpoDisplays introduces new portable trade show exhibit

January 1, 2008  |  Graphics

ExpoDisplays, designer and manufacturer of trade show exhibits, custom interior environments, and graphics, has introduced the ExpoSpaceSaver, a new portable trade show exhibit. The ExpoSpaceSaver is a full height, portable exhibit with a custom look. The exhibit’s lightweight aluminum structu…
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Printos introduces new range of heads and micro valves

January 1, 2008  |  Graphics

Printos of Huntingdon, England, has introduced a new range of DOD, digital, solenoid, valve jet printing/coating heads and micro valves designed to coat/print/dye most substrates using a wide range of fluids. P16 is a highly innovative and unique technology that employs “high flow” micro…
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