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features 8 } Colorful Change ON THE COVER: EVOLV releases new colors and textures to its vehicle wrap film portfolio every year. See page 8.

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Market Expansion Digital print continues to infuse itself into other markets at a rapid pace. We’re seeing it used in packaging, decor, and product customization. Where will it pop up next?

The movement into new markets is a testament to the versatility of the entire digital process from printing to finishing. Print service providers (PSPs) consider finishing tables that meet their individualized needs because of the print industry’s immersion into other industries. Have It Your Way looks at customization for automated finishing tables, from the widths and lengths to tooling and media handling.

Digital print continues to infuse itself into other markets at a rapid pace.

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Continuing the theme of print in other markets—color change films’ popularity in the automotive aftermarket is influenced by customization trends, economic factors, and advancements in material technology—to name a few. Colorful Change examines the growing demand for vehicle wraps in this segment and how new colors, textures, and finishes are launched in response.

UV roll-to-roll printers are another topic worth exploring in terms of market expansion. While primary applications continue to be signage and point of purchase graphics, there is a greater push into wallcoverings and home decor. This is related to advancements in ink technology. Read more in UV Check In. What new markets are we set to explore in 2024? We look forward to the adventure and taking you along for the ride! This issue discusses the above developments in addition to sharing a spotlight on a recent textile job by an Aberdeen Fabrics customer, Target Charts listing finishing and web to print suppliers, and our bi-annual printed Buyers Guide.

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Building Business Royal Printing Solutions’ Growth in Textile Signage

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roducing high-quality graphics consistently across a range of substrates takes the right mix of skill, equipment, and media. Building a strong and loyal customer base requires commitment to quality as well as excellent customer support.

Royal Printing Solutions understands and practices these concepts. Established in 2006, the company is a family-owned wholesale printer based in Aurora, CO. With 45 employees and 35,00 total square feet of operating space, it produces everything from banners; rigid signage; graphics—including wall, window, floor, and vehicles; to fabric-based soft signage.

independent sign and banner companies, and franchiserelated sign companies.

Breaking it Down

Most of Royal Printing Solutions’ business—approximately 90 percent—is in some form wide format related.

The remaining ten percent is made up of smaller print graphics to round out its product portfolio.

Its wide format offerings include a range of banner products, flags, and decals, as well as rigid output. With its flatbed printing capabilities, the company prints on a diverse portfolio of surfaces including aluminum composite material, acrylic, and styrene.

The print provider offers large format wholesale printing to the trade. It ships to all 50 states in the U.S. and Its business model also includes an expanding fabric/ international markets textile sign and banincluding Asia, Euner division, which The textile market is expanding and we’re rope, the Middle East, utilizes transfer dyeand South America. sublimation (dye-sub) a growing company.

Target customers are printing. Currently — Corey Billups, president, Royal Printing Solutions promotional firms, Corey Billups, presimarketing agencies, dent, Royal Printing

1 & 2) Royal Printing Solutions’ investment in equipment, staff, processes, and operational discipline enables it to run its textile presses 24 hours a day.

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Solutions, estimates that textile printing makes up about ten percent of its overall business. This is an area that it is strategically investing in and expects strong growth in the coming years.

To produce its textile work Royal Printing Solutions employs an EFI VUTEk FabriVU 340 and recently added an EFI VUTEk FabriVU 340i+ last year. The addition of the second FabriVU significantly bumped up its capacity for textile printing.

Royal Printing Solutions prefers the transfer dye-sub process over direct printing to fabric for a few reasons, the top being the ability to achieve a better quality product, shares Billups.

Transfer dye-sub also benefits its media range. Royal Printing Solutions stocks 11 different fabric materials at any given time. “It’s easier for us to print on paper and transfer as needed,” he shares.

Many of its preferred fabrics come from Aberdeen Fabrics, Inc. Aberdeen is a U.S. manufacturer and distributor of 100 percent polyester, custom engineered, technical textile materials that are well suited for many fabric printing and graphics applications.

The company has been doing business with Aberdeen for many years. In fact, Billups says the relationship predates his time with Royal Printing Solutions. “We love Aberdeen for three reasons.

One is they take care of us from a relationship standpoint like gold.

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manufactured in the U.S. in an environmentally sustainability way.”

The print provider also credits its ability to produce high-quality fabric output in part to its investment in a Monti Antonio heat press, which can handle rolls up to 126 inches wide.

Additionally, the shop has a custom cutting and sewing finishing department. It runs three shifts a day, operating 24 hours Sunday through Friday. As the company grows, it anticipates adding capacity on Saturdays too. “We have the capability to do it all—flags, table throws, custom throws, silicone edge graphics, backdrops, etc.,” says Billups.

The company continues to invest in the textile printing space.

“We’ve been doing dye-sub transfer for more than a decade. We’ve gotten very good at it from a printing perspective as well as finishing, including cutting and sewing,” shares Billups.

production-related proof is sent and approved by the customer.

Once proof approvals are complete, the job is put into production. Final products are shipped via UPS for normal orders and FedEx Freight for large jobs shipped on pallets. Royal Printing Solutions’ standard production timeline for textile-based work is two days from approvals and it has the ability to accept rush jobs.

Billups says it has an on-time hit rate of 99.8 percent of jobs going out on time.

Royal Printing Solutions also boasts a spoilage rate of two percent. “We spend a small fortune on quality control,” admits Billups, noting that this applies for all jobs—whether it is one flag or 10,000 banners.

Looking Ahead

Royal Printing Solutions’ technical and operational confidence is born from over a decade of dedicated experience. “The textile market is expanding and we’re a growing company. We want to be a bigger player in this growing space,” concludes Billups.

Its investment in equipment, staff, processes, and operational discipline enables it to run its textile presses 24 hours a day. The company is currently revamping its website with enhanced ecommerce capabilities and implementing a new MIS. Its commitment to customer service and quality control mean it is poised to serve the trade with high-quality textile printing in large quantities. D See page 18 for more info.

Custom Flags

At press time, Royal Printing Solutions was wrapping up a job for a repeat customer—a large marketing agency with national accounts.

The job was a series of custom flags, which were printed back to back with flag mesh from Aberdeen along with blockout liner.

This particular job followed a similar path to all of its orders. A customer communicates with its sales representative to take the order. The representative collects the digital assets, which are preferably print-ready files. Jobs are preflighted and in all cases a

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ehicle wraps are used in a number of industries for two reasons—marketing and customization. One segment benefiting from vehicle wraps is the automotive aftermarket. This category generally favors color change films over printed graphics.

“Color change films provide a cost-effective alternative to paint, allowing owners to change the appearance of their vehicles without the need for repainting. They are available in a range

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of colors, textures, and finishes, making them highly versatile,” explains Ryan Allen, regional technical specialist, North America, Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions.

Chasing Demand

Color change films’ popularity in the automotive aftermarket is influenced by customization trends, economic factors, and advancements in material technology—to name a few.

Above) EVOLV's color change film collection includes more than 100 colors and effects.

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Custom wraps are an extension of the consumer’s personality.

“Individuals increasingly turn to color change films to give cars a unique appearance,” explains Allen. He believes demand related to customization has actually increased throughout the years because more people continue to look for ways to express individuality through their vehicles.

“Vinyl, particularly color change films, are increasingly popular for individuals and businesses looking to customize and rejuvenate the look of their vehicles without committing to a permanent paint

job,” agrees Mattia Casarotto, area manager, EVOLV. Furthermore, “the rise of social media and car enthusiast communities has amplified the desire for customization as individuals showcase their unique vehicles online,” continues Casarotto.

With the automotive aftermarket shifting towards ecommerce and digital marketing, it is easier than ever before for consumers to choose colors, finishes, and textures to change their car’s appearance. “The automotive aftermarket industry has seen a significant shift towards ecommerce and digital

marketing. Online platforms make it easier for consumers to discover and purchase color change films, contributing to increased demand,” shares Allen.

While color change films offer an easy way to customize a vehicle, they provide another function.

“Many of these films also offer paint protection, shielding the vehicle’s original finish from chips and scratches. This added value attracts consumers interested in preserving their vehicle’s resale value,” admits Allen.

“Keeping the original paint job intact by using vinyl films can

help maintain or even increase the vehicle’s resale value. Potential buyers may appreciate the preservation of the original paint, and the option to keep or remove the vinyl wrap as they see fit,” notes Casarotto.

Allen says consumers are more interested in maintaining higher resale values on their vehicles than ever before, which aligns with the benefits of color change film offering paint protection.

“With more people recognizing the importance of vehicle aesthetics in resale, there’s a growing market for color change films as a protective measure.”

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market of individuals who want to personalize their cars but are restricted from making permanent changes. Color change films allow for customization without violating lease terms, and they can be removed easily at the end of the lease period.”

Another reason for increased demand—advancements in color change film technology. “These films are easier to apply and remove, making them more accessible to a broader audience. Improved durability and quality have boosted consumer confidence in color change films, leading to higher demand,” notes Allen.

“Advancements in color change film technology have expanded the options available to consumers. From color shifting film finishes to matte and satin textures, the diversity of available choices has fueled interest and demand,” adds Casarotto.

Colors, Textures, Finishes

1 Economic factors are at play in other ways. “Repainting a car can be expensive, with high-quality jobs costing several thousand dollars. In contrast, a high-quality vinyl wrap might cost anywhere from $2,000 to $5,000, making it more economical for many,” shares Casarotto.

1) A McLaren wrapped in Avery Dennison Supreme Wrapping Film ColorFlow Celestial Satin in Frozen Ocean.

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“During periods of economic uncertainty, people may be more inclined to customize their existing vehicles rather than investing in a new one, which can drive demand for color change films,” says Allen.

With more consumers leasing versus purchasing vehicles, Casarotto believes color change films are also effected. “There’s a growing

New colors, textures, and finishes are constantly launched to cater to demand from the automotive aftermarket. The products available for sale are vetted by many parties from consumers to installers.

Market research is key, admits Allen. “This involves the study of evolving consumer preferences, style trends, and feedback from enthusiasts. It’s essential to align color and texture choices with the latest trends and emerging fashions, as they play a pivotal role in automotive customization.”

Gathering insight from installers and end users is also a part of

the development process. “Those on the front lines—the installers—have valuable insights into customer preferences and can provide feedback on which colors or textures customers are asking for. End users, through their purchasing choices and feedback, play a significant role in indicating which colors and textures are popular and which new ones they might desire,” shares Casarotto.

Besides consumer preference, other reasons colors, textures, and finishes are brought to market involve environmental and technological advancements. “Environmental considerations influence decisions, leading to the development of more eco-friendly options.

Technological advancements also contribute to innovative textures and special effects, expanding the range of choices,” says Allen.

“The capabilities of manufacturing processes and the availability of new materials can influence the creation of new textures and finishes. For instance, advancements in manufacturing might allow for the creation of a unique finish or texture that wasn’t possible before,” adds Casarotto.

Behind the scenes, development times vary. In any case, the process at Avery Dennison includes concept design, testing, prototyping, and quality control. “This comprehensive approach ensures that the new colors and textures not only align with market demands and trends but also meet rigorous quality standards and manufacturing feasibility before introduction to the market,” explains Allen. digitaloutput.net

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Film and Adhesive

As with any material and its applicable application, it is important to dive into their physical composition, how they are manufactured, and any other permanent characteristics.

Color change films used in automotive aftermarket applications are generally calendered.

The main reasons for this involve durability, conformability, and consistent performance.

“Cast films are manufactured through a casting process that ensures precise control over thickness and uniformity, resulting in thinner yet highly durable film that can retain and reset its memory. In the segment of automotive aftermarket, where exposure to diverse weather conditions and road debris is common, the longevity and resilience of cast films is essential,” shares Allen.

Casarotto adds that cast films tend to have a longer lifespan than calendered films. This is especially important for vehicle applications, where the film is exposed to various environmental conditions such as UV rays, rain, snow, and temperature fluctuations.

In addition, because the casting process produces films that are thinner compared to calendered, the reduced thickness aids in the film’s ability to conform to a vehicle’s curves and recesses, shares Casarotto.

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on both personalization and longlasting results,” shares Allen.

Removability of the adhesive is particularly important in color change films. PSAs are designed to remove without leaving adhesive residue or damaging the original paint.

2 around the curves, contours, and complex recesses of a vehicle’s body. This is crucial for achieving a smooth and uniform appearance. The high-gloss and smooth finish of cast film replicates the quality of a factory paint job, and their removability without adhesive residue or paint damage makes them ideal for temporary or semi-permanent installations,” says Allen.

Adhesives are equally important when discussing vehicle wraps. “The adhesives affiliated with color change films in the automotive aftermarket are chosen based on their ability to provide a durable bond that can withstand external environmental factors, while also offering flexibility and ease of use to installers. The goal is to ensure longevity, aesthetic appeal,

and protection for the vehicle,” states Casarotto.

For color change films, pressuresensitive adhesives (PSAs) are typically used for their flexibility as well as durability. “These adhesives offer a straightforward application process, relying on pressure for bonding rather than the need for additional chemicals or activators. This simplicity is particularly advantageous for users who choose to apply these films themselves. Additionally, PSAs often provide repositioning and slideable technology. This allows for adjustments during installation,” notes Allen.

Once installed, a PSA offers longterm adhesion. “This ensures color change films stay securely attached to the vehicle’s surface for an extended period, meeting the expectations of the automotive aftermarket market focused

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On the topic of removability, just how long are these films slated to last for? Casarotto says longevity depends on two factors—installation process and environmental conditions.

“Exposure to harsh environmental conditions, such as intense sunlight, extreme temperatures, and high levels of pollution, can impact the film’s lifespan. A well maintained and protected vehicle may have longer lasting color change film.”

Familiarize with Change

Traditional sign shops offering vehicle wraps might not be familiar with color change films, and further may not work at all within the automotive aftermarket space. However, print service providers (PSPs) should recognize the available opportunity.

According to Allen, the automotive aftermarket is a growing and dynamic market with substantial demand for vehicle customization. In providing color change films, a print provider’s product portfolio becomes diversified and allows for attracting a broader customer base.

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“Venturing into the realm of color change films for the automotive aftermarket can open up multiple avenues of revenue for PSPs, positioning them favorably in a niche, yet growing market segment,” suggests Casarotto.

Color change films help a print shop differentiate itself from the competition. “High-quality materials, expert installation, and a reputation for excellence can set a shop apart, attracting more customers and building a strong brand identity,” says Allen.

4 Allen cautions that color change films do require specialized skills and expertise to install correctly. That being said, in his experience, consumers are willing to pay for professional installation by certified staff.

When the job is done correctly, repeat business is earned. “Customer retention can lead to a steady stream of guaranteed revenue in the future,” adds Allen.

Upward Trajectory

In summary, “catering to the automotive aftermarket with color change films can be profitable for print shops due to market

2) A Ferrari wrapped in Avery Dennison Supreme Wrapping Film Obsidian Black. 3) One of EVOLV’s recent innovations is ULTRAJET pressure-sensitive technology, offering both ease of installation and a paint-like finish. 4) Each year, EVOLV introduces around 25 colors, ensuring that its range is always contemporary, vibrant, and in line with what customers desire.

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growth, high profit margins, repeat business, cross-selling opportunities, and the ability to stand out in a competitive landscape,” notes Allen.

“The demand for vinyl films, particularly color change films, in the automotive aftermarket is driven by a combination of economic, aesthetic, and practical

factors. As techniques improve and new styles emerge, this segment is expected to continue its upward trajectory,” foresees Casarotto. D

INSTALLER NETWORKS Finding a professional installer is as simple as reaching out to automative aftermarket businesses, restyling wrap shops, and professional wrap installers.

Ryan Allen, regional technical specialist, North America, Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions, says interested parties looking for their car to be wrapped tend to find installers via Google search and social media. “Wrap shops and installers have an active and significant presence on social media channels, especially Instagram and Facebook.”

Media vendors provide reputable installer networks as well. This allows

consumers as well as print service providers an opportunity to work with vetted professionals.

EVOLV just launched the EVOLV PRO DEALER program. It offers comprehensive training that covers not only the installation process but also how to effectively present and sell EVOLV products. “This training helps our dealers become experts in both the technical and customer-facing aspects of their work. And print providers can tap into a ready-made, highly competent network of experts who are equipped to deliver exceptional results,” explains Mattia Casarotto, area manager, EVOLV.

Direct access is available on the EVOLV website, theevolv.com.

Avery Dennison offers a Certified Installer Network. “Those part of the network are shops or installers that have been through our wrap training classes, passed both a written and certified exam created in partnership with Justin Pate and the Avery Dennison Training team. The network is often shared with inquiring customers and distributors meeting shops and consumers looking for quality work,” states Allen.

It can be accessed under the resources page at graphics.averydennison.com.

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oll-to-roll (R2R) equipment is well suited to a range of applications. However, print service providers (PSPs) have options when it comes to technology. This article looks specifically at the current and future role of UV R2R wide format printers.

UV offers time savings due to the fast curing of the ink and elimination of degassing. It also offers durability.

Left to right) The entry-level Mimaki UJV100-160Plus UV LED roll-based printer offers multi-layer printing, reduces running costs through lower energy usage, features application expansion capabilities, and improves operational efficiency. The Durst P5 350 HSR is a high-speed, 3.5-meter R2R UV LED printer that reaches speeds of up to 7,212 square feet per hour for unattended production.

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“The primary applications we see continue to be signage and graphics for point of purchase (POP) displays, event signage, exhibit graphics, window clings, decals, labels, vehicle wraps, day/night graphics, and floor graphics,” says Josh Hope, senior manager, segment marketing, Mimaki USA, Inc. Larry D’Amico, director of sales, large format print and fabric, Durst US, sees a growing, general demand for wallcoverings and home decoration.

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looking to print white. “The added automation and maintenance capabilities combined with Jumbo Roll and Wallpaper Factory workflows helps make it possible for PSPs to run the Colorado printers unattended overnight.”

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Making Way for the New

As older systems in the market are retired in favor of new technology, is UV an ideal replacement?

UV technology in wide format printing is solidly popular because of its versatility, says Hope. For example, the Mimaki UCJV330 Series prints on a variety of media including translucent, transparent, white, or colored base media; PET, polyurethane, and other resin films; cloth; and paper—including uncoated paper. “In our experience, customers that own legacy models trade up to newer models with higher productivity as they appreciate the quick-cure capability and familiar workflow of UV printing.”

John Ingraham, senior marketing specialist, large format printing solutions, Canon USA, Inc., says UVgel printing technology continues to emerge as a replacement for current eco-solvent, resin, and traditional UV printers. “Its versatility in handling various media types without the need for lamination and without distorting the media, along with the introduction of white ink, serve

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as compelling reasons for the widespread adoption of this innovative printing technology.”

Overall, the replacement of older machines with newer UV systems depends on the individual company. “First of all, you need growth to justify an upgrade. If you have that then there can be a very strong return on investment (ROI) with new equipment. You can’t overlook power reduction and reduced purge rates as a part of the ROI associated with new equipment,” suggests D’Amico.

Advancements

Several manufacturers introduced major product advancements in the UV R2R wide format printing segment in the past 12 months.

For example, the Canon Colorado M-series printers now print with white UVgel ink and on clear media, says Ingraham.

He continues to notice a larger adoption of Canon Colorado printers, especially for customers

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Further, Ingraham points out that the Colorado’s FLXfinish+ technology is capable of printing in matte, gloss, or a blend of both in a single print run—along with the addition of white ink, which enables the creation of captivating graphics for applications like wallcoverings, advertising, and commercial artwork.

The demand for white and frosted privacy screen graphics on glass is on the rise, presenting a new opportunity as customers shift away from cut vinyl or direct-to-glass print methods. Ingraham says the Colorado’s white ink, with the capability to apply up to five layers of white, offers the flexibility to achieve varying levels of opacity and makes it well suited for this application.

Advancements are generally more speed and quality, offers D’Amico of Durst’s product line. “In addition, we have looked beyond those basic improvements and tried to address the efficiency of the entire workflow around R2R printing.

An enhancement like a quick changeover to mesh printing is an example.” As we move forward, D’Amico predicts advancements

1) Roland’s new LG Series and MG Series UV printer/cutters are built on the TrueVIS wide format platform. 2) With the introduction of the newest Colorado M-series, equipped with UVgel white ink, users can print up to five layers without removing and reinstalling printheads or agitating white ink bags.

to continue down the same path bringing more speed and quality along with workflow efficiencies.

When asked if this is inline with industry trends, D’Amico doesn’t see Durst’s competitors looking to improve the overall workflow, but focused on a reduced price point and more OEM manufacturing.

Mimaki recently introduced two models in the UV roll-based space for signage and graphics. The first is the UCJV330 Series of cut-andprint UV LED roll-based printers, which builds on popular Mimaki models with improved productivity and image quality as well as ink options that expand the production of high-value applications. The second is the entrylevel UJV100-160Plus UV LED roll-based printer, which offers multi-layer printing, reduced running costs through lower energy usage, features application expansion capabilities, and improves operational efficiency.

While Mimaki does not comment on unreleased products, Hope says the company continues to innovate to provide “something new, something different” to the markets it serves.

Roland DGA Corporation introduced the TrueVIS LG Series and MG Series UV printer/cutters in January 2023 as part of its expanded TrueVIS product family. “These UV inkjets feature several advancements that allow for optimum productivity, greater versatility, improved image quality, increased ease of use, and cost efficiency,” says Jay Roberts, product manager, Roland. digitaloutput.net

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The professional-level LG Series models—LG-640, LG-540, and LG-300—feature two staggered printheads, higher print speeds of up to 343 square feet per hour in draft mode, wide gamut ECO-UV EUV5 inks with new orange and red options, new UV lamps for more efficient curing, and a newly designed take-up system.

The MG Series models, which Roberts feels are ideal for those just starting out or smaller shops growing their business, combine UV image quality, wide gamut ECO-UV EUV inks, and special effects capabilities with user friendliness, efficiency, and reliability.

Roberts expects to add accessories that make the TrueVIS LG Series UV printer/cutters even more productive. “Among those will be rigid media and film take-up attachments to increase the production of sheeted material and thin film.”

productivity plus features that improve workflow,” he says.

The modular design of the Colorado M-series allows PSPs to begin at a more cost-effective entry point and upgrade as business grows. “As a result, MSRP varies depending on the configuration,” states Ingraham.

Roland TrueVIS LG Series and MG Series UV printer/cutters are competitively priced, according to Roberts. The LG-640 has an MSRP of $27,995, while the LG-540 and LG-300 are priced at $25,995 and $21,495, respectively.

Roland MG Series models are UV printer/cutters with entry-level pricing designed to be within reach of newer and smaller shops with limited budgets. The MG-640

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material size of 48 inches is attractive,” comments Roberts.

Several width options are popular for R2R UV printer series.

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Roland’s most productive UV printer/cutters are the 54-inch models. “The primary reason being that there is more media produced for that size. Also, the

Hope says the majority of Mimaki UV LED roll-based printers are shipped as 64-inch models.

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Pricing Considerations

Investment costs in the latest UV R2R printers vary, with some features packing a punch in terms of value and price.

In this category Durst printers range from $500,000 to $1,000,000, says D’Amico, adding that the premiums are “basically for print speed and format.”

Hope estimates the price range in the U.S. for these devices is approximately $18,000 for an entry-level model to $63,000 for a 3.2-meter production model.

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Customized Automated Finishing Tables

by Melissa Donovan

ustomization is common for finishing tables—there are endless combinations when it comes to table size, tooling, and media handling. For example, one vendor may offer ten distinct configurations based on five standard cutting table widths, while another allows customers to personalize length with table extensions. Optional features include roll-off, sheetfed systems, full conveyors, and various tool heads that meet unique cutting demands. digitaloutput.net

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Print service providers (PSPs) consider customization as they look to outfit production floors with flatbed cutters and/or routers that truly meet their individualized needs. Driving this trend, the print industry’s infusion into other markets and by association the introduction of numerous applications that require digital finishing.

Driven to Succeed

Demand for customized automated finishing tables is growing.

Especially over the last ten years, notes Caroline Bell, marketing coordinator, Elitron.

“Customers are more aware of the available features, and understand the benefits and savings of opting for digital, automatic finishing systems. Demand is mostly driven by the need for increased personalization and the lower job runs as a result. Time to market and just-in-time production add to the demand as customers require orders immediately.

Above) The Zünd Q-Line with BHS180 is a fully automated, highvolume, pallet-to-pallet digital finishing system.

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1 In many cases there is a short turnaround, especially for web to print models. In the past, there was a long lead time to produce physical dies whereas with digital dies this is eliminated.”

“The demand for automated finishing tables has increased in the last ten years due to PSPs’ needs in regards to improving productivity and the growing challenge of hiring employees,” agrees Keith Verkem, product manager, Colex Finishing, Inc. Melody Thompson, sales and marketing manager, Hasler Solutions USA, believes many factors drive the demand for customized, automated finishing tables. In addition to efficiency and productivity, she cites “reduction in labor costs

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as well as other cost reductions, quality control, product differentiation, regulatory compliance—especially in label manufacturing for healthcare and food label manufacturing, environmental considerations, and market trends—personalized goods are on the rise and these finishing tables make it easy to produce one-off or shortrun jobs on the fly.”

The variety of substrates cut is another important feature, according to Christina Lefebvre, area sales manager, North America, eurolaser. “Every machine installed cannot be configured the same way because PSPs all have different needs, productivity targets, and budgets. In the past, machines were more cookie cutter, where every shop had the same

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functions and features whether they were in the printing or automotive industry. Nowadays, equipment is tailored for each industry, with different functionalities and features—and is customized for each end user’s needs.”

There is an ever-expanding range of available print substrates and thanks to convergence of the printing industry with other industries, e.g. packaging, “these all come with their own specific requirements and the ever-growing pressure to produce more, faster and cheaper.

This ultimately translates into more and better automation. To some extent, all of these trends were further accelerated by the disruptions of the pandemic, causing many PSPs to pivot to other areas of application, which again required equipment that could be easily adapted as the demand for pandemicrelated products waxed and waned and supply chain issues and labor shortages arose everywhere,” shares Martin Thornton, business segment manager, Zund America, Inc.

Echoing comments from Lefebvre and Thornton about the print industry touching other industries, more so than ever before, “PSPs that have found niche products or services to produce at a high volume, usually require a customized automated finishing table. They need a dedicated machine that repeatedly cuts a specific application accurately and consistently over a long period,” says Mark de Guzman, marketing manager, Vision Engraving & Routing Systems.

Attractive to a Tee

Customization is attractive to PSPs because many cut more than one type of material, with jobs that are different sizes, dimensions, and require multiple tools to achieve success.

In times of market volatility and other uncertainties—combined with higher interest rates—the ability to customize cutting/finishing tables as well as modularly update that table when needs change, helps PSPs save money now as well as into future. “It ensures their initial investment in high-quality equipment will provide many years and even decades of reliable returns,” continues Thornton.

“Customizing a machine means that they have a piece of equipment tailored specifically for their needs, with options they will use, without paying for features they do not need,” says Lefebvre.

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if it falls outside their norm. Customization is important for automated finishing tables because PSPs can add new capabilities as they take on new applications.

New tools are added anytime, as the PSP’s applications expand to new avenues with new materials,” explains Thompson.

“PSPs can offer a greater selection of finishing processes to their customers, and it enables them to add automation and different features when required and/or their budget allows,” shares Bell.

While many finishing tables are able to cut more than one type of substrate—and this may be what makes customization so attractive—the PSP that uses its machine for one specific material and shape also benefits. “A custom finishing table provides a precision cut multiple times over a long period consistently. It is a quality many print providers are attracted to. The added customization of either a router, engraving head, or oscillating knife can tailor its capabilities to a specific use needed by the PSP,” explains de Guzman.

Custom Feature Sets

Customization involves mixing and matching cutting table widths and lengths, optional features like sheet feeders and conveyors, or various tool heads.

1) The Elitron Kombo TAV-R is fully automatic, roll in, roll out table. 2) Colex automated finishing tables are customized based on customers’ workflow, offering a variety of cutting models—width and lengths, conveyors, automatic board loaders, sorting extensions, and a variety of tools. 3) eurolaser offers many different solutions for the feeding side of its system as well as the exit side of its system.

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Customization, according to Lefebvre, is “important to help the customer achieve their goals—not all of them cut the same materials or have the same productivity targets, or budget.”

It’s important to understand the end user’s cutting requirements when customizing a table. Asking questions is crucial to figure out the best configuration for the customer’s needs, states Lefebvre.

What material are they cutting?

What dimensions does this material come in? Is it in roll form or sheets? Do they cut multiple types of materials? Is it printed with graphics?

Customization effects many parts of the finishing device, some of the more obvious include cutting table width and media handling to tools.

In terms of table dimensions there are many options. eurolaser for example offers ten different sizes of machines. Customers can choose the width and length that best fits their production.

There are also features to ensure sheets are handled and loaded with care to avoid damage and scratching of printed boards during loading and unloading, shares Bell.

Another option related to media handling is an automatic sheet turner, like the Reversa from Elitron. This is a standalone or

integrated system that turns printed sheets so that they can be cut and creased with the print side facing downwards.

For tools, customizable items include things like multiple router heads—1, 3, or 5 kW options; kiss cutting; through cutting; V-notch; and routing thick substrates like acrylic or Dibond.

Even crease tools are added for folding carton and/or corrugated packaging work, cites Thompson, when discussing Hasler’s customization capabilities.

Other options that fall under the heading of customization at Vision Engraving are an Auto Raster Braille inserter for creating ADA Braille Signs and a vacuum table to hold down material for easy job setup, shares de Guzman.

Power is another example. “Offering customization means that the customer could choose the power strength they need by having a lower or higher wattage of a laser source. This would mean cutting through thicker materials, or increasing speed on easier to cut substrates,” explains Lefebvre.

While “modularity has always been the cornerstone of Zünd digital cutting systems and includes every component— from machine size and format to tooling, automated

material handling options, and digital workflow automation, the latter is increasingly important during the past several years, with more customers looking to comprehensive digitalization to make their production more efficient, transparent, and cost effective,” adds Thornton.

“PSPs request production automation software with quick response codes and material libraries to avoid operator error when selecting cut files,” shares Verkem. This is in addition to inline solutions—board loaders and inline extension tables.

Thinking of Cost

More features, higher cost. That’s the general rule of thumb for customized products, however vendors agree that the return on investment (ROI) is achieved fairly quickly if the correct configuration is built for the PSP in question.

“Automated conveyor finishing tables cost more than the static models, however, Colex offers a Conveyor Ready option to static models for a minor up charge with extra components added during manufacturing so customers can upgrade to a conveyor model in the field,” explains Verkem.

Another example, at eurolaser, pricing starts with a basic machine and

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4 customers add the features they need.

The more features added, the more expensive the machine.

In the case of Zünd cutting systems, each and every machine that goes to a customer is customized and/or bespoke, since all systems are configured according to individual needs.

As soon as a customer places an order for a Zünd cutter, the order is assigned a serial number and the unit goes through production and final assembly according to the configuration as specified, explains Thornton.

Favoring Modularity

Customized, automated finishing tables are usually designed to be modular. Modular devices offer a host of benefits—the most notable being the ability to grow with the PSP.

refer to roll feeders and conveyor systems for more automated cutting. However, customers usually purchase the conveyor system with the machine upfront and add new tools later on when the need arises. New tooling can be added anytime in order to cut different materials,” explains Thompson.

In most cases, de Guzman says modularity is ideal “as the table can be customized for different materials and application sizes making it highly versatile.”

Lefebvre provides one example of a PSP that prints on textiles, but has a precise budget and chooses a less expensive 60W laser source. Once productivity increases, eurolaser is able to upgrade that laser source to 125W to increase the speed—without having to purchase a new machine or add a second unit.

“Modular means the automated finishing table has interchangeable modules—in the Hasler cutter case, this mainly refers to the tools, however it can also

By definition, many finishing tables that tailor to individual applications and needs are to some extent modular. The real question to ask, according to Thornton, is just how modular are they? “With Zünd systems, this is true for all components, which means—with the exception of the machine

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size—literally everything can be changed or added at a later date.”

“The benefits of this modularity is that the customer only has to purchase equipment that meets their immediate or most essential needs, which reduces the cost of purchase. They can adapt the system any time to accommodate changes without having to purchase another, separate system, which again saves cost; and with this adaptability, they can significantly extend the useful life and long-term ROI of the cutting system,” adds Thornton.

Another way to explain the advantages of modularity, it “protects the investment for the customer.”

Verkem shares the Colex Sharpcut offers configurations that allow for easy upgrades and configuration changes if the customer’s workflow changes or if they need to pivot into a different market.

When it Isn’t a Fit

There a few scenarios where a customized finishing table would not be the right choice for a PSP.

During the exploratory period, if the PSP doesn’t see ROI over a set amount of time, de Guzman says investing in a customized automated finishing table might not be the right choice.

“If print providers have a limited budget, they may opt to purchase a static model with the option to upgrade to a conveyor model in the future,” suggests Verkem.

4) Vision machines like the Vision 2550 CNC Router can run high-volume jobs requiring little or no maintenance and can be customized with an engraving head, router, or oscillating knife.

For PSPs currently outsourcing or only using a compact finishing system in house, a customized solution may not be a great fit, shares Bell.

“The only time it would make sense to go with a non-modular, non-customizable cutting system is if the customer really only has the need for a very specific application,” explains Thornton.

This could happen on either end of the production spectrum.

“On the lower end, the customer may not require multiple tools or different kinds of material handling or workflow automation—and anticipates no changes in his production requirements or market demands in the foreseeable future. On the opposite end, they may be in need of a fully automated, highvolume, pallet-to-pallet digital finishing system like the recently launched Zünd Q-Line with BHS180. To benefit from this system’s speed as well as level and quality of the throughput, all components are a necessity so the modularity or customizability is limited mostly to tool options,” shares Thornton.

Factoring in Needs

Customization is a favorable feature in automated finishing tables, but a print provider must identify its current awaZnd future needs before taking advantage of the benefits.

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PAGE

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PHONE

CITY

STATE/ COUNTRY

PAGE

Computer Cutting Equipment

Accessories ALL PRINT HEADS

CONTACT

Mike Fernandez

All Weather Products AW Specialty Papers Ryan Filip

800-616-0584

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Eastman Machine Company

Amy Denning

716-856-2201

Buffalo

NY, U.S.

s

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

Hasler Solutions USA

Melody Thompson

262-457-7707

Waterford

WI, U.S.

32

Christin Park

+82 2 6082 5022

Seoul

Korea

s

Applied Surface Technologies LLC

Sales

920-478-2969

Waterloo

WI, U.S.

s

Valloy Incorporation

Digital Graphic Systems (DGS)

Mireya Canales

305-628-8345

Miami

FL, U.S.

s

Computer Software

Metomic Corporation

Sales

800-847-8342

Chicago

IL, U.S.

s

Fiery LLC

Sales

800-545-9581

Ottawa

ON, Canada

s

MR Clipart

Dirk Moebes

+49 172 5106750

Bad Nenndorf

Germany

s

Stefanie Langler

352-624-3026

Ocala

FL, U.S.

s

Sales

562-997-2920

Signal Hill

CA, U.S.

s

Keith Faulkner

800-441-9064

McKinney

TX, U.S.

s

Acrylic - Impact Sales

800-265-8830

Shelby Township

MI, U.S.

34, 36

Consumables

Sales

800-265-8830

Shelby Township

MI, U.S.

34, 36

Custom Printed Promo Products

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

Cutters and Trimmers (Manual)

Advanced Greig Laminators Inc.

Brian Buisker

608-846-1025

Deforest

WI, U.S.

29

Cutting Equipment

D&K Group Inc.

Brian Biegel

847-956-0160

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

Drytac

Sales

800-280-6013

Sandston

VA, U.S.

s

AXYZ

Sales

905-634-4940

Burlington

ON, Canada

Kernow North America

Bosy Colak

855-537-6691

Pittsford

NY, U.S.

s

Colex Finishing, Inc.

Maureen Damato

201-265-5670

Elmwood Park

NJ, U.S.

30

DIGITECH

Patric Coldewey

210-545-6000

San Antonio

TX, U.S.

30

Eastman Machine Company

Amy Denning

716-856-2201

Buffalo

NY, U.S.

s

Elitron America Inc.

Daniele Gallucci

844-354-8766

Norcross

GA, U.S.

30

eurolaser GmbH

Christina Lefebvre

514-622-3303

Lüneburg

Germany

30

Hasler Solutions USA

Melody Thompson

262-457-7707

Waterford

WI, U.S.

32

Summa America

Sales

978-522-4765

Beverly

MA, U.S.

34

Supply55 Inc.

Chase Pender

734-668-0755

Ann Arbor

MI, U.S.

5, 34

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems

Sales

888-637-1737

Phoenic

AZ, U.S.

27, 34

Zund America Inc.

Sales

414-433-0700

Oak Creek

WI, U.S.

34

Signs365

Acrylic Sheets Signs365

Southern Lamps

ADA Sign Systems MUTOH America Inc.

Montroy Supply

Adhesives

Splash of Color

Aluminum Banner Ups

Richard Hatton

800-869-9601

Columbia

IL, U.S.

18, 30

FloorSignage

Micah Causey

855-855-8832

Sunbury

OH, U.S.

s

John Coyne

800-806-8977

Schaumburg

IL, U.S.

32

Architectural Signage Lintec of America Inc.

Banner Display Systems Alpina Manufacturing LLC

Sales

800-915-2828

Chicago

IL, U.S.

18, 29

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

31

Banner Material

29 25, 29

Brand Management Group

Rhian Arvidson

941-256-7917

Sarasota

FL, U.S.

s

Decals

JDS Sign Supply

Dave Haan

855-661-2388

Sioux Falls

SD, U.S.

32

Drytac

Sales

800-280-6013

Sandston

VA, U.S.

s

Serge Ferrari and Verseidag

Eric Tischer

954-942-3600

Deerfield Beach

FL, U.S.

34

Stouse LLC

Sales

877-764-5757

New Century

KS, U.S.

s

TVF

Sales

855-618-4500

Carmel

IN, U.S.

34

Design Services

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Roberto Rodriguez

305-628-8345

Miami

FL, U.S.

s

Digital Graphic Systems (DGS)

Design Software

Banner Stands BannerBug USA

David Holladay

205-793-9600

Birmingham

AL, U.S.

30

Color-Logic

Sales

513-258-0047

West Chester

OH, U.S.

s

Display Source Inc.

Sales

888-756-5447

Kennesaw

GA, U.S.

s

Fiery LLC

Sales

800-545-9581

Ottawa

ON, Canada

s

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

31

Digital Diecut

JDS Sign Supply

Dave Haan

855-661-2388

Sioux Falls

SD, U.S.

32

Cutworx USA

Raum Divarco

262-374-4714

Irving

TX, U.S.

s

Orbus Visual Communications

Patrick Carrig

630-755-7701

Woodridge

IL, U.S.

s

Valloy Incorporation

Christin Park

+82 2 6082 5022

Seoul

Korea

s

Showdown Displays

Sales

800-528-8846

Brooklyn Center

MN, U.S.

s

Digital Imaging DTG Connection

Paul Crocker

703-505-3497

Fountain Valley

CA, U.S.

30

Aberdeen Fabrics

Kenneth Bach

925-829-5018

Aberdeen

NC, U.S.

29

Durst Image Technology U.S.

Sydnie Shepland

585-486-0340

Rochester

NY, U.S.

30

Saint Clair Textiles

Anthony Pappalardo

336-264-1792

Eastanolee

GA, U.S.

s

Hyatts - All Things Creative

Peter Hyatt

800-234-9288

Buffalo

NY, U.S.

s

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Panel Processing Inc.

Tim Witucki

989-358-4209

Alpena

MI, U.S.

33

PrePress Express

Ian Mazursky

646-652-6448

New Rochelle

NY, U.S.

s

Andrew Londergan

609-860-8037

Cranbury

NJ, U.S.

s

Digital Service Provider Delivery Signs

Sales

888-377-2665

Orlando

FL, U.S.

30

Dirk Moebes

+49 172 5106750

Bad Nenndorf

Germany

s

FireSprint

Sales

888-509-7446

Omaha

NE, U.S.

s

ImagineThis

Sales

330-481-1102

Massillon

OH, U.S.

32

Sales

985-875-7800

Mandeville

LA, U.S.

s

Banners

Book Binding Lamitech Inc.

Clip Art MR Clipart

Color Management Color-Logic

Sales

513-258-0047

West Chester

OH, U.S.

s

Supreme Color Graphics

GTI Graphic Technology Inc.

Brian Wolfenden

845-562-7066

Newburgh

NY, U.S.

32

Displays

Hyatts - All Things Creative

Peter Hyatt

716-884-8900

Buffalo

NY, U.S.

s

Aberdeen Fabrics

Kenneth Bach

925-829-5018

Aberdeen

NC, U.S.

29

PrePress Express

Ian Mazursky

646-652-6448

New Rochelle

NY, U.S.

s

Alpina Manufacturing LLC

Sales

800-915-2828

Chicago

IL, U.S.

18, 29

X-Rite Inc.

Sales

888-800-9580

Grand Rapids

MI, U.S.

34

Expand International of America Inc.

David Nanamaker

203-870-2031

Stratford

CT, U.S.

30

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Displays, continued

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PAGE

Films, continued

Panel Processing Inc.

Tim Witucki

989-358-4209

Alpena

MI, U.S.

33

Curbell Plastics Inc.

Curbell Plastics

888-287-2355

Orchard Park

NY, U.S.

s

Recrylic

Paul Richardson

612-281-3134

Minneapolis

MN, U.S.

s

FDC Graphic Films Inc.

Sales

800-634-7523

South Bend

IN, U.S.

9, 30

Supreme Color Graphics

Sales

985-875-7800

Mandeville

LA, U.S.

s

Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives

Sales

800-228-2683

Graham

NC, U.S.

s

Nekoosa

Sales

800-826-4886

Kimberly

WI, U.S.

33

Daniel Velez

800-985-9485

Claremont

NC, U.S.

34

Advanced Greig Laminators Inc.

Nick Howe

800-276-2664

Deforest

WI, U.S.

29

AP Lazer

Sales

800-585-8617

Mason

MI, U.S.

s

Applied Surface Technologies LLC

Sales

920-478-2969

Waterloo

WI, U.S.

AXYZ

Sales

905-634-4940

Burlington

ON, Canada

25, 29

Banner Ups

Richard Hatton

800-869-9601

Columbia

IL, U.S.

18, 30

Colex Finishing, Inc.

Maureen Damato

201-265-5670

Elmwood Park

NJ, U.S.

30

Cutworx USA

Raum Divarco

262-374-4714

Irving

TX, U.S.

s

Display Source Inc.

Sales

888-756-5447

Kennesaw

GA, U.S.

s

Elitron America Inc.

Daniele Gallucci

844-354-8766

Norcross

GA, U.S.

30

Displays - Portable Expand International of America Inc.

David Nanamaker

203-870-2031

Stratford

CT, U.S.

30

Substance Incorporated

Orbus Visual Communications

Patrick Carrig

630-755-7701

Woodridge

IL, U.S.

s

Finishing

Sales

301-527-2660

Gaithersburg

MD, U.S.

32

Dryers Heraeus Noblelight America LLC

Engravers eurolaser GmbH

Christina Lefebvre

514-622-3303

Lüneburg

Germany

30

eurolaser GmbH

Christina Lefebvre

514-622-3303

Lüneburg

Germany

30

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems

Sales

888-637-1737

Phoenic

AZ, U.S.

27, 34

Engraving Equipment

Engraving Systems eurolaser GmbH

s

Christina Lefebvre

514-622-3303

Lüneburg

Germany

30

eurolaser GmbH

Christina Lefebvre

514-622-3303

Lüneburg

Germany

30

Aberdeen Fabrics

Kenneth Bach

925-829-5018

Aberdeen

NC, U.S.

29

Flatbed Tools

Sales

262-800-6500

Racine

WI, U.S.

31

Beaver Paper & Graphic Media Inc.

Jeff Mills

770-935-5080

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

30

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

31

Berger Textiles

Ralph Terramagra

714-892-4500

Las Vegas

NV, U.S.

30

Graphic Finishing Partners LLC

Rob Acker

800-986-2005

Maryland Heights

MO, U.S.

Montroy Supply

Sales

562-997-2920

Signal Hill

CA, U.S.

s

Graphic Whizard

Sales

800-265-3376

Burlington

ON, Canada

Saint Clair Textiles

Anthony Pappalardo

336-264-1792

Eastanolee

GA, U.S.

s

Nekoosa

Sales

800-826-4886

Kimberly

WI, U.S.

Serge Ferrari and Verseidag

Eric Tischer

954-942-3600

Deerfield Beach

FL, U.S.

34

Reich Supply Company Inc.

Sales

315-732-6126

New Hartford

NY, U.S.

s

Showdown Displays

Sales

800-528-8846

Brooklyn Center

MN, U.S.

s

Standard Finishing Systems

Don Dubuque

978-807-2628

Andover

MA, U.S.

34

TVF

Sales

855-618-4500

Carmel

IN, U.S.

34

Summa America

Sales

978-522-4765

Beverly

MA, U.S.

34

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Supply55 Inc.

Chase Pender

734-668-0755

Ann Arbor

MI, U.S.

5, 34

Trotec Laser, Inc.

Sales

817-261-7256

Plymouth

MI, U.S.

34

All Weather Products AW Specialty Papers Ryan Filip

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems

Sales

888-637-1737

Phoenic

AZ, U.S.

27, 34

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

800-282-8379

Mentor

OH, U.S.

29

X-Edge Products, Inc.

Josh Martinez

866-591-9991

Grand Rapids

MI, U.S.

34

Fabric

Films David Korvah

32 23, 32 33

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Finishing, continued Zund America Inc.

CONTACT

PHONE

CITY

STATE/ COUNTRY

Sales

888-253-2778

North Charleston

SC, U.S.

32

PAGE

Laminates - Liquid, continued Sales

414-433-0700

Oak Creek

WI, U.S.

34

Finishing - Blades and Bits

Marabu North America

Laminators

Flatbed Tools

Sales

262-800-6500

Racine

WI, U.S.

31

Advanced Greig Laminators Inc.

Nick Howe

800-276-2664

Deforest

WI, U.S.

29

VTX Tools

Nikolai Mikkelsen

262-745-1399

Milwaukee

WI, U.S.

s

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

X-Edge Products, Inc.

Josh Martinez

866-591-9991

Grand Rapids

MI, U.S.

34

Alliance Technology Corporation

Robert Leidlein

410-634-9381

Ridgely

MD, U.S.

s

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

31

Graphic Finishing Partners LLC

Rob Acker

800-986-2005

Maryland Heights

MO, U.S.

32

Marabu North America

Sales

888-253-2778

North Charleston

SC, U.S.

32

Sales

315-732-6126

New Hartford

NY, U.S.

s

AP Lazer

Sales

800-585-8617

Mason

MI, U.S.

s

eurolaser GmbH

Christina Lefebvre

514-622-3303

Lüneburg

Germany

30

Kern Laser Systems

Derek Kern

218-631-2755

Wadena

MN, U.S.

s

Trotec Laser, Inc.

Sales

817-261-7256

Plymouth

MI, U.S.

34

Flags Berger Textiles

Ralph Terramagra

714-793-1215

Las Vegas

NV, U.S.

30

Fleet Graphics Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

David Korvah

800-282-8379

Mentor

OH, U.S.

29

Reich Supply Company Inc.

JDS Sign Supply

Dave Haan

855-661-2388

Sioux Falls

SD, U.S.

32

Laser Cutting Equipment

All Weather Products AW Specialty Papers Phil Rossi

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

The Gilman Brothers Company

860-823-2925

Gilman

CT, U.S.

s

Foamboards Ingrid Skinner

Framing Systems Alpina Manufacturing LLC

Sales

800-915-2828

Chicago

IL, U.S.

18, 29

LED

Banner Ups

Richard Hatton

800-869-9601

Columbia

IL, U.S.

18, 30

Expand International of America Inc.

David Nanamaker

203-870-2031

Stratford

CT, U.S.

30

Display Source Inc.

Sales

888-756-5447

Kennesaw

GA, U.S.

s

Heraeus Noblelight America LLC

Gina Gonzalez

301-527-2660

Gaithersburg

MD, U.S.

32

Recrylic

Paul Richardson

612-281-3134

Minneapolis

MN, U.S.

s

Magnetic Sheeting

Xcel Products Inc.

Brian Ebenger

440-409-9421

Champlin

MN, U.S.

34

Adams Magnetic Products

Craig Myers

800-222-6686

Elmhurst

IL, U.S.

29

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Phil Rossi

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

Graphics AWT World Trade

Sales

773-777-7100

Chicago

IL, U.S.

s

Flexmag Industries

Sales

740-374-8370

Marietta

OH, U.S.

31

FloorSignage

Jennifer Feucht

614-425-7434

Sunbury

OH, U.S.

s

Newlife Magnetics Inc.

Sales

865-233-3899

Alcoa

TN, U.S.

5, 7, 33

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

32

Magnets

Nekoosa

Sales

800-826-4886

Kimberly

WI, U.S.

33

Adams Magnetic Products

Craig Myers

800-222-6686

Elmhurst

IL, U.S.

29

Panel Processing Inc.

Tim Witucki

989-358-4209

Alpena

MI, U.S.

33

Flexmag Industries

Sales

740-374-8370

Marietta

OH, U.S.

31

Newlife Magnetics Inc.

Sales

865-233-3899

Alcoa

TN, U.S.

5, 7, 33

Stouse LLC

Sales

877-764-5757

New Century

KS, U.S.

s

Xcel Products Inc.

Brian Ebenger

440-409-9421

Champlin

MN, U.S.

34

Therese McGady

800-571-2138

Wheaton

IL, U.S.

14, 29

Elitron America Inc.

Daniele Gallucci

844-354-8766

Norcross

GA, U.S.

30

Splash of Color

Keith Faulkner

800-441-9064

McKinney

TX, U.S.

s

Grommetting Banner Ups

Richard Hatton

800-869-9601

Columbia

IL, U.S.

18, 30

Inkjet

Management Information Systems

DTG Connection

Paul Crocker

703-505-3497

Fountain Valley

CA, U.S.

30

Komori America

Sales

847-806-9000

Rolling Meadows

IL, U.S.

s

Aleyant

Lawson Screen & Digital Products

Sales

314-382-9300

Saint Louis

MO, U.S.

s

Material Handling

Ralph Terramagra

714-892-4500

Las Vegas

NV, U.S.

30

Inkjet Canvas Berger Textiles

Inks

Media

3M Commercial Solutions

Sales

800-328-3908

St. Paul

MN, U.S.

s

3M Commercial Solutions

Sales

800-328-3908

St. Paul

MN, U.S.

s

AFFORD INDUSTRIAL S.L.

Pedro Martinez

+3 491-642-1789

Navalcarnero

Madrid, Spain

s

Adams Magnetic Products

Craig Myers

800-222-6686

Elmhurst

IL, U.S.

29

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

INX Digital

Sofia Machain

510-346-7202

Schaumburg

IL, U.S.

32

Brand Management Group

Rhian Arvidson

941-256-7917

Sarasota

FL, U.S.

s

Nutec Digital Ink

Martine Goodchild

07 1611 0880

W. Cape

South Africa

s

Drytac

Sales

800-280-6013

Sandston

VA, U.S.

s

Supply55 Inc.

Chase Pender

734-668-0755

Ann Arbor

MI, U.S.

Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives

Sales

800-228-2683

Graham

NC, U.S.

s

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

31 s

5, 34

Inks - Aqueous-Based A.T. Inks

Nitin Goswamy

704-893-0291

Indian Trail

NC, U.S.

s

Kernow North America

Bosy Colak

855-537-6691

Pittsford

NY, U.S.

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

KPMF USA Inc.

Ryan Scislowicz

248-377-4999

Lake Orion

MI, U.S.

s

Nutec Digital Ink

Martine Goodchild

07 1611 0880

W. Cape

South Africa

s

Neenah Inc.

Sales

678-566-6500

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

33

Nekoosa

Sales

800-826-4886

Kimberly

WI, U.S.

33

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Newlife Magnetics Inc.

Sales

865-233-0067

Alcoa

TN, U.S.

5, 7, 33

PRESTOTEX

Kate McKeever

215-244-8927

Bensalem

PA, U.S.

34

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Quality Media and Laminating Solutions

Michael Gallant

800-552-9427

North Haven

CT, U.S.

s

Serge Ferrari and Verseidag

Eric Tischer

954-942-3600

Deerfield Beach

FL, U.S.

34

Substance Incorporated

Daniel Velez

800-985-9485

Claremont

NC, U.S.

34

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Ryan Filip

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

Inks - Latex ALL PRINT HEADS

Inks - Mild-Solvent ALL PRINT HEADS

Inks - Solvent ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Inks - UV LED

Media - Direct to Film

A.T. Inks

Nitin Goswamy

704-893-0291

Indian Trail

NC, U.S.

s

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Marabu North America

Sales

888-253-2778

North Charleston

SC, U.S.

32

Media - Fine Art HAHNEMÜHLE

Carol Boss

815-353-4711

Crystal Lake

IL, U.S.

s

A.T. Inks

Nitin Goswamy

704-893-0291

Indian Trail

NC, U.S.

s

Innova Art Ltd.

David Williams

856-456-3200

Gloucester City

NJ, U.S.

s

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Media - “Green”

Marabu North America

Sales

888-253-2778

North Charleston

SC, U.S.

32

Berger Textiles

Ralph Terramagra

714-793-1215

Las Vegas

NV, U.S.

30

Nutec Digital Ink

Martine Goodchild

07 1611 0880

W. Cape

South Africa

s

Neenah Inc.

Sales

678-566-6500

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

33

Quality Media and Laminating Solutions

Michael Gallant

800-552-9427

North Haven

CT, U.S.

s

Saint Clair Textiles

Anthony Pappalardo

336-264-1792

Eastanolee

GA, U.S.

s

Supply55 Inc.

Chase Pender

734-668-0755

Ann Arbor

MI, U.S.

5, 34

Xcel Products Inc.

Brian Ebenger

440-409-9421

Champlin

MN, U.S.

34

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

David Korvah

800-282-8379

Mentor

OH, U.S.

29

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Ryan Filip

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

D&K Group Inc.

Brian Biegel

847-956-0160

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

Big Systems LLC

John Peterman

262-703-9000

Menomonee Falls

WI, U.S.

30

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

31

Dotworks

Wade Godfrey

516-625-5000

Port Washington

NY, U.S.

s

Graphic Finishing Partners LLC

Rob Acker

800-986-2005

Maryland Heights

MO, U.S.

32

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

31

Griff Paper and Film

Alex Phinn

215-428-1075

Fallsington

PA, U.S.

32

HAHNEMÜHLE

Carol Boss

815-353-4711

Crystal Lake

IL, U.S.

s

Quality Media and Laminating Solutions

Michael Gallant

800-552-9427

North Haven

CT, U.S.

s

Innova Art Ltd.

David Williams

856-456-3200

Gloucester City

NJ, U.S.

s

Substance Incorporated

Daniel Velez

800-985-9485

Claremont

NC, U.S.

34

Photo Tex Group Inc.

Walter Gierlach

330-360-0019

Boardman

OH, U.S.

33

Red River Paper

Sales

888-248-8774

Dallas

TX, U.S.

s

Robert Leidlein

410-634-9381

Ridgely

MD, U.S.

s

Substance Incorporated

Daniel Velez

800-985-9485

Claremont

NC, U.S.

34

Inks - UV-Curable

Laminates - Film

Media - Inkjet

Laminates - Liquid Alliance Technology Corporation

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CONTACT

PHONE

CITY

STATE/ COUNTRY

PAGE

Media - Magnetic Receptive All Weather Products AW Specialty

CONTACT

PHONE

CITY

STATE/ COUNTRY

Neenah Inc.

Sales

678-566-6500

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

33

Photo Tex Group Inc.

Walter Gierlach

330-360-0019

Boardman

OH, U.S.

33

Ingrid Skinner

860-823-2925

Gilman

CT, U.S.

s

Curbell Plastics

888-287-2355

Orchard Park

NY, U.S.

s

CATEGORY/COMPANY

PAGE

Papers/Substrates, continued Phil Rossi

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

Media - Solvent Innova Art Ltd.

David Williams

856-456-3200

Gloucester City

NJ, U.S.

s

The Gilman Brothers Company

TVF

Sales

855-618-4500

Carmel

IN, U.S.

34

Plastics

Aberdeen Fabrics

Kenneth Bach

925-829-5018

Aberdeen

NC, U.S.

29

Point-of-Purchase Displays

Beaver Paper & Graphic Media Inc.

Jeff Mills

770-935-5080

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

30

Digital Graphic Systems (DGS)

Mireya Canales

305-628-8345

Miami

FL, U.S.

s

Berger Textiles

Ralph Terramagra

714-793-1215

Las Vegas

NV, U.S.

30

DIGITECH

Patric Coldewey

210-545-6000

San Antonio

TX, U.S.

30

Dotworks

Wade Godfrey

516-625-5000

Port Washington

NY, U.S.

s

s

Media - Sublimation

Curbell Plastics Inc.

Mesh ImagineThis

Sales

330-481-1102

Massillon

OH, U.S.

32

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

31

Mounting Adhesives GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Recrylic

Paul Richardson

612-281-3134

Minneapolis

MN, U.S.

Supreme Color Graphics

Sales

985-875-7800

Mandeville

LA, U.S.

s

Xcel Products Inc.

Brian Ebenger

440-409-9421

Champlin

MN, U.S.

34

Sales

800-235-8320

Scranton

PA, U.S.

34

PP/PVC Panels

Outdoor Signage

Vycom Corp.

Print On Demand

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Ricoh DTG

Ayden Tran

877-626-2538

Costa Mesa

CA, U.S.

s

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

32

Valloy Incorporation

Christin Park

+82 2 6082 5022

Seoul

Korea

s

Orbus Visual Communications

Patrick Carrig

630-755-7701

Woodridge

IL, U.S.

s

Printers - Flatbed

Photo Tex Group Inc.

Walter Gierlach

330-360-0019

Boardman

OH, U.S.

33

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Canon Solutions America

Sales

800-714-4427

Melville

NY, U.S.

s

DIGITECH

Patric Coldewey

210-545-6000

San Antonio

TX, U.S.

30

Papers/Substrates 3A Composites USA Inc.

Sales

800-626-3365

Davidson

NC, U.S.

29

Fluid Color LLC

Adam Tourville

859-371-5120

Hebron

KY, U.S.

31

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Ryan Filip

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

HP Inc.

Tom Wittenberg

770-687-3515

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

32

Beaver Paper & Graphic Media Inc.

Bryon Iwane

770-935-5080

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

30

LogoJET

Susan Cox

337-330-8471

Lafayette

LA, U.S.

s

Brand Management Group

Rhian Arvidson

941-256-7917

Sarasota

FL, U.S.

s

Mimaki USA Inc.

Sales

888-530-3988

Suwanee

GA, U.S.

11, 32

Flech Paper Products Inc.

Sales

973-357-8111

Paterson

NJ, U.S.

s

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

Innova Art Ltd.

David Williams

856-456-3200

Gloucester City

NJ, U.S.

s

Panel Processing Inc.

Tim Witucki

989-358-4209

Alpena

MI, U.S.

33

Lamitech Inc.

Andrew Londergan

609-860-8037

Cranbury

NJ, U.S.

s

swissQprint

Erik Norman

224-769-0769

Elgin

IL, U.S.

34

Monadnock Paper Mills Inc.

Lisa Taylor

603-588-3311

Bennington

NH, U.S.

32

Vanguard | A Durst Group Company

Sales

470-326-3790

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

34

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CITY

STATE/ COUNTRY

ALL PRINT HEADS

Mike Fernandez

800-616-0584

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Xcel Products Inc.

DIGITECH

Patric Coldewey

210-545-6000

San Antonio

TX, U.S.

30

Sign Frame

Durst Image Technology U.S.

Sydnie Shepland

585-486-0340

Rochester

NY, U.S.

30

Display Source Inc.

EFI Roll-to-Roll Printers

Tomer Ohavi

+972-3-900 2720

Rosh Ha'Ayin

Israel

s

Silk Screen Equipment

Fluid Color LLC

Adam Tourville

859-371-5120

Hebron

KY, U.S.

31

AWT World Trade

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

Software Development

swissQprint

Erik Norman

224-769-0769

Elgin

IL, U.S.

34

Vanguard | A Durst Group Company

Sales

470-326-3790

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

34

CATEGORY/COMPANY

PAGE

CONTACT

PHONE

CITY

STATE/ COUNTRY

Brian Ebenger

440-409-9421

Champlin

MN, U.S.

34

Sales

888-756-5447

Kennesaw

GA, U.S.

s

Sales

773-777-7100

Chicago

IL, U.S.

s

Enfocus, an Esko Company

Sales

+32 (0)9 216 98 01

Gent

Belgium

30, 35

Significans Automation

Marc Raad

877-463-4465

N/A

SC, U.S.

34

Marc Raad

877-463-4465

N/A

SC, U.S.

34

Dirk Moebes

+49 172 5106750

Bad Nenndorf

Germany

s

29

CATEGORY/COMPANY

Printers - Grand Format > 95 Inches

PAGE

Sign Board, continued

Printers - Hybrid

Systems Integration

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Significans Automation

Fluid Color LLC

Adam Tourville

859-371-5120

Hebron

KY, U.S.

31

Vehicle Templates

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

MR Clipart

Vanguard | A Durst Group Company

Sales

470-326-3790

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

34

Vinyl ASLAN Selbstklebefolien GmbH

Rene Bourgeois

904-215-1411

Overath

Germany

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Drytac

Sales

800-280-6013

Sandston

VA, U.S.

s

Big Systems LLC

John Peterman

262-345-6301

Menomonee Falls

WI, U.S.

30

FDC Graphic Films Inc.

Sales

800-634-7523

South Bend

IN, U.S.

9, 30

Printers - Large Format > 24 Inches

Canon Solutions America

Sales

800-714-4427

Melville

NY, U.S.

s

FELLERS

Sales

800-654-8405

Tulsa

OK, U.S.

2, 31

HP Inc.

Tom Wittenberg

770-687-3515

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

32

General Formulations

Michelle LaPreze

616-606-7043

Sparta

MI, U.S.

31

LogoJET

Susan Cox

337-330-8471

Lafayette

LA, U.S.

s

Griff Paper and Film

Alex Phinn

215-428-1075

Fallsington

PA, U.S.

32

Mimaki USA Inc.

Sales

888-530-3988

Suwanee

GA, U.S.

11, 32

TVF

Sales

855-618-4500

Carmel

IN, U.S.

34

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Paradigm Imaging Group

Randy Geesman

888-221-7226

Orange

CA, U.S.

s

Vinyl - Pressure Sensitive

Roland DGA Corporation

Marc Malkin

800-542-2307

Irvine

CA, U.S.

s

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

David Korvah

800-282-8379

Mentor

OH, U.S.

29

FELLERS

Sales

800-654-8405

Tulsa

OK, U.S.

2, 31 31

Printers - Roll-to-Roll ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

949-378-5638

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Flexcon Company Inc.

Jodi Sawyer

508-885-8262

Spencer

MA, U.S.

Canon Solutions America

Sales

800-714-4427

Melville

NY, U.S.

s

FloorSignage

Micah Causey

855-855-8832

Sunbury

OH, U.S.

s

Durst Image Technology U.S.

Sydnie Shepland

585-486-0340

Rochester

NY, U.S.

30

General Formulations

Michelle LaPreze

616-606-7043

Sparta

MI, U.S.

31 32

EFI Roll-to-Roll Printers

Tomer Ohavi

+972-3-900 2720

Rosh Ha'Ayin

Israel

s

Griff Paper and Film

Alex Phinn

215-428-1075

Fallsington

PA, U.S.

Epson America Inc.

Katelyn Pelton

800-GO-EPSON

Los Alamitos

CA, U.S.

s

Hexis Americas

Sales

770-402-3538

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

s

HP Inc.

Tom Wittenberg

770-687-3515

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

32

JDS Sign Supply

Dave Haan

855-661-2388

Sioux Falls

SD, U.S.

32

Mimaki USA Inc.

Sales

888-530-3988

Suwanee

GA, U.S.

11, 32

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

32

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

KPMF USA Inc.

Ryan Scislowicz

248-377-4999

Lake Orion

MI, U.S.

s

Quality Media and Laminating Solutions

Michael Gallant

800-552-9427

North Haven

CT, U.S.

s

Mactac

Sales

800-762-2822

Stow

OH, U.S.

s

Valloy Incorporation

Christin Park

+82 2 6082 5022

Seoul

Korea

s

Vinyl Cutting Equipment Dirk Moebes

+49 172 5106750

Bad Nenndorf

Germany

s

ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

800-616-0584

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

29

Web Services

Berger Textiles

Ralph Terramagra

714-793-1215

Las Vegas

NV, U.S.

30

Onyx Graphics Inc.

Sales

801-568-9900

Salt Lake City

UT, U.S.

33

DTG Connection

Paul Crocker

703-505-3497

Fountain Valley

CA, U.S.

30

Web to Print Wheaton

Printers - Textile

MR Clipart

Epson America Inc.

Katelyn Pelton

800-GO-EPSON

Los Alamitos

CA, U.S.

s

Aleyant

Therese McGady

800-571-2138

IL, U.S.

14, 29

HP Inc.

Tom Wittenberg

770-687-3515

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

32

Infigo

Sales

+44 (0)330 460 0071 Lindfield

W. Sussex, U.K.

14, 32

Lawson Screen & Digital Products

Sales

314-382-9300

Saint Louis

MO, U.S.

s

OnPrintShop - Web to Print Solution

Naimish Patel

718-715-1551

Ahmedabad

Gujarat, India

33

Ricoh DTG

Ayden Tran

877-626-2538

Costa Mesa

CA, U.S.

s

Wide Format Adams Magnetic Products

Craig Myers

800-222-6686

Elmhurst

IL, U.S.

29

AWT World Trade

Sales

773-777-7100

Chicago

IL, U.S.

s

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Ryan Filip

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

Heraeus Noblelight America LLC

Sales

301-527-2660

Gaithersburg

MD, U.S.

32

Brand Management Group

Rhian Arvidson

941-256-7917

Sarasota

FL, U.S.

s

Standard Finishing Systems

Don Dubuque

978-470-1920

Andover

MA, U.S.

34

Flexcon Company Inc.

Jodi Sawyer

508-885-8262

Spencer

MA, U.S.

31

X-Edge Products, Inc.

Josh Martinez

866-591-9991

Grand Rapids

MI, U.S.

34

Processing Equipment

Proofers GTI Graphic Technology Inc.

Brian Wolfenden

845-562-7066

Newburgh

NY, U.S.

32

Rigid Sheets 3A Composites USA Inc.

Sales

FloorSignage

Jennifer Feucht

614-425-7434

Sunbury

OH, U.S.

s

Griff Paper and Film

Alex Phinn

215-428-1075

Fallsington

PA, U.S.

32

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

32

Kernow North America

Bosy Colak

855-537-6691

Pittsford

NY, U.S.

s

800-626-3365

Davidson

NC, U.S.

29

Monadnock Paper Mills Inc.

Lisa Taylor

603-588-3311

Bennington

NH, U.S.

32

All Weather Products AW Specialty Papers Phil Rossi

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

29

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

ImagineThis

Sales

330-481-1102

Massillon

OH, U.S.

32

Neenah Inc.

Sales

678-566-6500

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

33

Laminators Incorporated

Jason Knapp

800-523-2347

Hatfield

PA, U.S.

s

PRESTOTEX

Kate McKeever

215-244-8927

Bensalem

PA, U.S.

34

Vycom Corp.

Sales

800-235-8320

Scranton

PA, U.S.

34

Roland DGA Corporation

Marc Malkin

800-542-2307

Irvine

CA, U.S.

s

Southern Lamps

Stefanie Langler

352-624-3026

Ocala

FL, U.S.

s

RIPs Caldera

Sales

612-216-5212

Eckbolsheim

France

30

The Gilman Brothers Company

Ingrid Skinner

860-823-2925

Gilman

CT, U.S.

s

Fiery LLC

Sales

800-545-9581

Ottawa

ON, Canada

s

Vanguard | A Durst Group Company

Sales

470-326-3790

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

34

Onyx Graphics Inc.

Sales

801-568-9900

Salt Lake City

UT, U.S.

33

Window Graphics - Non-Perforated Lintec of America Inc.

John Coyne

800-806-8977

Schaumburg

IL, U.S.

32

Randy Geesman

888-221-7226

Orange

CA, U.S.

s

Photo Tex Group Inc.

Walter Gierlach

330-360-0019

Boardman

OH, U.S.

33

Aleyant

Therese McGady

800-571-2138

Wheaton

IL, U.S.

14, 29

Caldera

Sales

612-216-5212

Eckbolsheim

France

30

Enfocus, an Esko Company

Sales

+32 (0)9 216 98 01

Gent

Belgium

30, 35

Infigo

Sales

+44 (0)330 460 0071 Lindfield

W. Sussex, U.K.

14, 32

Onyx Graphics Inc.

Sales

801-568-9900

Salt Lake City

UT, U.S.

33

Zund America Inc.

Sales

414-433-0700

Oak Creek

WI, U.S.

34

Scanners Paradigm Imaging Group

Screenprint AWT World Trade

Workflow Sales

773-777-7100

Chicago

IL, U.S.

s

Sealing Equipment Industrial Heat Sources

Bob Heater

844-862-7880

Lakewood

OH, U.S.

s

Jason Knapp

800-523-2347

Hatfield

PA, U.S.

s

Sign Blanks Laminators Incorporated

Sign Board Alpina Manufacturing LLC

Sales

800-915-2828

Chicago

IL, U.S.

18, 29

Flech Paper Products Inc.

Sales

973-357-8111

Paterson

NJ, U.S.

s

Lamitech Inc.

Andrew Londergan

609-860-8037

Cranbury

NJ, U.S.

s

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Aleyant

3A Composites USA, Inc.

Two Harbour Pl., 721 Jetton St., Ste. 325, Davidson, NC 28036 U.S. 800-626-3365 • 3acompositesusa.com/display

3A Composites manufactures a wide array of leading substrates for graphics, signage, and display. Solutions include paper-faced foam boards, expanded PVC boards, high-performance foam boards, aluminum composite materials, and recyclable, rigid paper boards.

Industry leading brands include GATOR, FOME-COR, SINTRA, DIBOND, DISPA, and LUMEX G.

Aberdeen Fabrics

11548 U.S. Hwy. 15-501s, Aberdeen, NC 28315 U.S. 910-944-0461 • aberdeenfabrics.com

Aberdeen is a U.S. manufacturer specializing in fabrics for graphics.

It produces fabrics using a proprietary CleanRTex process, utilizing only 1/20th of the water typically required, while simultaneously avoiding the release of microplastics into water streams. Unlike other suppliers who resell fabrics sourced overseas, Aberdeen is committed to local production and environmentally conscious practices, ensuring a sustainable approach to manufacturing.

Adams Magnetic Products

888 N. Larch Ave., Elmhurst, IL 60126 U.S. 800-222-6686 • adamsmagnetic.com

Make your marketing more attractive with magnets from Adams Magnetic Products. It supplies all types of magnets, magnetic sheet, latches and assemblies, and magnet-receptive materials used in creating interactive in-store displays. The magnets allow signage and displays to be quickly, neatly updated with minimal tools and no training. It keeps large quantities of its most popular products in stock in multiple U.S. locations. Adams can fabricate quick-turn custom samples to your specifications.

122 N. Wheaton #641, Wheaton, IL 60187 U.S. 630-929-0104 • aleyant.com

Aleyant empowers print businesses with software and unmatched support to eliminate costly manual processes and foster profitable growth. Its automation print software reduces manual touches, errors, and production time for your print shop.

With it, connect online design to business to consumer and business to business online print stores. Connect your print store to estimating, production management, and to customer service and prepress automation. Use Aleyant software products separately, together, or with over 2,000 third-party applications via direct API or Zapier. Its flagship Aleyant Pressero web to print (W2P) software is one of the most complete and customizable W2P solutions on the market. Its open API and focus on providing MIS and ERP integration capabilities has opened up new opportunities for clients. Aleyant eDocBuilder, an online design, personalization, and variable data publishing software, enables customers to create and customize their documents quickly and easily, as well as proof and approve them from a web browser. Included with Pressero, it is also offered separately on a SaaS (hosted) basis for integration into your own ecommerce storefront. Aleyant PrintJobManager is print estimation and management for today’s print shop. It uses a mobile, cloud-based approach to MIS that includes a fast means of generating market-driven pricing, job management, inventory tracking, real-time job tracking, and estimating. It uses in-depth pricing templates to estimate and price jobs. Aleyant tFLOW enables you to check, fix, and proof print files automatically. tFLOW can automatically receive files via Pressero storefront, or a third-party W2P solution.

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ALL PRINT HEADS

1162 N. Knollwood Cir., Anaheim, CA 92801-1307 U.S. 800-616-0584 • allprintheads.com

The allprintheads.com concept was born from an idea to bring to market a comprehensive list of essential spare parts and accessories to make any wide format printing operation run smoothly and efficiently. It offers a vast selection of spare parts, inks, and materials for every large format printer out there.

Advanced Greig Laminators, Inc. (AGL)

Alpina Manufacturing, LLC

6460 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707 U.S. 00-915-2828 • fastchangeframes.com

LED light box, flip-up (snap), silicone edge graphics, slide-in, acrylic, or Banner Grip frames made any size or quantity to hold graphics or banners. Change graphics without removing frames from wall. Beautiful presentation, low cost. Indoor or outdoor use. 24/7 online quote and ordering website. No minimums, great customer service, fast shipping, and manufactured in Chicago, IL. See our ads on page 18.

ASLAN Selbstklebefolien GmbH Oberauel 2, Overath, 51491 Germany 904-215-1411 • aslanvinyls.com

Since 1950, leading manufacturer ASLAN Selbstklebefolien GmbH has been successfully developing, producing, and distributing self-adhesive films for a variety of applications. As a specialist in self-adhesive films, ASLAN offers innovative and high-quality branded products with the quality assurance of being made in Germany. Its comprehensive product range offers self-adhesive films for highly diverse markets and applications such as graphic applications, painting and spraying, sandblasting, architecture and interior design, office and organization, lamp shade production, book protection and repair, arts and crafts, industrial applications, and contract coating. In addition to a comprehensive range of standard products, ASLAN also provides fully customized adhesive coatings, developed in dialog with customers. Customers can choose from a variety of materials, liners, and adhesives or have their own materials coated with the adhesive properties specified by them.

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

8080 Norton Pkwy., Mentor, OH 44060 U.S. 800-282-8379 • graphics.averydennison.com

Avery Dennison is a world leader in pressure-sensitive adhesive graphic film materials for signage and advertising, fleet graphics, full vehicle wraps, exterior and interior graphics for vehicle personalization, corporate identity and point of purchase, as well as reflective and safety markings. Headquartered in Mentor, OH, it employs more than 36,000 employees in over 50 countries.

801 Burton Blvd., Deforest, WI 53532 U.S. 800-276-2664 • aglinc.com

Advanced Greig Laminators, Inc. (AGL) is an engineering and manufacturing facility specializing in custom designed industrial and wide format digital imaging laminators. In many laminating markets standard laminating presses do not meet specific laminating requirements. AGL has found a solution by customizing its various laminator models to suit specific customer requirements. From laminators for the digital imaging market, or for industrial applications, it has a solution for you.

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All Weather Products/AW Specialty Papers

1500 Greenleaf Ave., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 U.S. 847-981-0386 • awpaper.com

75 years in the distribution industry, All Weather Products/AW Specialty Papers brings creative solutions to printing. It supplies a variety substrates for digital, screen, sublimation, and lithography for the direct to print and heat transfer applications.

AXYZ

5324 S. Service Rd., Burlington, ON L7L 5H5 Canada 905-634-4940 • axyz.com

For 30 years, AXYZ has been a leader in modular CNC routers. Its decades of experience are designed into each product. Its integrity is the foundation of service support and machine quality.

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Banner Ups

340 Parkway Dr., Columbia, IL 62236 U.S. 800-869-9601 • bannerups.com

Banner Ups offer a variety of adhesive grommet tabs and tapes.

The products may be used to create super-strong banners instantly without the hassle or expense of sewing or grommeting.

Introducing new KederTape LITE and SEGDesign frames. Peel and stick KederTape LITE for no-sew silicone edge graphics (SEG) sign finishing. SEGDesign modular frames are made of strong ABS plastic and have snap-together corners. SEG has never been easier to cut, paint, and assemble. See our ad on page 18.

BannerBug USA

3461 Blueberry Ln., Birmingham, AL 35216 U.S. 205-793-9600 • bannerbugusa.com

Colex Finishing, Inc.

55-57 Bushes Ln., Elmwood Park, NJ 07407 U.S. 201-265-5670 • colex.com

Colex offers an extensive line of precision cutting equipment together with premier service. The Colex Sharpcut Flatbed Cutter features a triple interchangeable tool head, energy efficient six-zone vacuum system, and vision registration offering versatility, speed, and price for the perfect combination.

D&K Group is a U.S. manufacturer of print finishing solutions.

Products include lamination equipment, thermal and pressure-sensitive adhesives, and specialty coated products. Custom coating and custom equipment is also available. Many D&K film and adhesive products are digitally printable, making them ideal for flexible packaging, labels, and other profitable applications.

Beaver Paper & Graphic Media, Inc.

40 W. Crystal Lake St. #100, Orlando, FL 32806 U.S. 888-377-2665 • yardsignsresellers.com

Delivery Signs

Beaver Paper, a member of Koehler Paper Group, is a globally recognized producer of TexPrint sublimation paper, ProTex protection tissue, TexSewn cut and sew papers, and TexStyles graphic fabrics for dye-sublimation and digital print. With over 40 years of experience, Beaver Paper offers a comprehensive portfolio of sublimation media. Products can be found in 51 countries worldwide and are carried by distributors and direct sales out of the GA headquarters and sales and distribution facility in Germany. Beaver Paper’s worldwide distribution partners possess the knowledge and expertise to ensure superior results.

Berger Textiles

6630 Arroyo Springs St. #1000, Las Vegas, NV 89113 U.S. 714-892-4500 • bergertextiles.com

Berger Textiles is a global leader of specialty coated fabrics for wide format inkjet. It offers German-quality coated fabrics for direct dye-sublimation (dye-sub), dye-sub transfer, latex, solvent, and UV printers with widths available up to 16 feet. Berger Textiles prides itself on the quality and wide product line of fabrics it offers.

It has products for all applications.

Big Systems, LLC

A family-owned business located in Orlando, FL, it is committed to serving and offering reliable services to customers with over 20 years of experience in the designing and manufacturing of signs. It strives to remain on the forefront of technology and is continually investing in new digital equipment that allows it to offer full digital printing on the quality of signs. See our ad on page 18.

DIGITECH

2121 Mannix Dr., San Antonio, TX 78217 U.S. 210-545-6000 • digitechusa.com

Digitech’s TruFIRE printers are proven to be reliable grand format flatbeds. The UV flatbed printers make digital printing jobs stressfree and fun. The extremely flat surface is ideal for any size project.

And now, TruFIRE integration capabilities include the automated print, crease, and cut inline solution TruCORR for single- or double-sided graphic applications, point of purchase display, corrugated plastic sheet yard signs, election signs, and cutting and creasing of corrugated boxes; and a large plotter package TruPLOT originally designed to support U.S. military/defense aerospace manufacturing processes is ideal for oversized jobs, manufacturing stencils, or electronic diagrams with precise accuracy and crisp text. Offering solutions to valued customers and industry, Digitech is proud to be a part of American manufacturing.

N59W14053 Bobolink Ave., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 U.S. 888-244-4177 • bigsys.com

Big Systems is an experienced Midwest firm specializing in selling and supporting large format digital inkjet printers since 1994.

Product lines include HP, Scitex, Epson, Graphtec, Summa, Mimaki, Xante, Oki, Nexa3D, XYZ Printing, and other leading manufacturers.

It installs nationwide; provides training, color management, and complete turnkey systems including workstation, scanner, and RIP workflow. It stocks inks, a wide variety of specialty media, and a full complement of supplies.

Caldera is a software company with more than 30 years of experience in developing, marketing, and supporting high-quality technological software for wide format imaging with a commitment to increasing productivity, cost efficiency, and color output. Caldera’s suite of award-winning, production-orientated print and print-to-cut workflow programs offers color management, imaging, and driving solutions for large and grand format peripherals.

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Enfocus, an Esko Company

The Loop - Building Networks, Raymonde de Larochelaan 13, Gent, 9051 Belgium +32 (0)9 216 98 01 • enfocus.com

Established in 1993 and headquartered in Gent, Belgium, Enfocus is a global provider of PDF validation and process automation software. From the very beginning, it has been Enfocus’ fundamental belief that technology should follow process and not the other way around. By developing solutions that originate from this philosophy, Enfocus enables its customers to integrate their technology ecosystems to boost efficiency, accuracy, and consistency, enhancing performance and profitability. See our ad on page 35.

eurolaser GmbH

Borsigstraße 18, Lüneburg, 21339 Germany +49 4131 9697 500 • eurolaser.com

eurolaser is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of CO2 laser machines for cutting, engraving, and marking non-metals. From consultation and material sampling to user training and worldwide service, it offers everything from a single source. Users can process a range of materials with its laser systems, such as plastics, foams, textiles, adhesive films, wood, acrylic, and composite materials. Its laser systems are suitable for all standard sheet, roll, and plate formats.

Expand International of America, Inc.

400 Long Beach Blvd., Stratford, CT 06615 U.S. 203-870-2030 • expandmedia.com/us

Expand International is a world leading manufacturer of portable event displays for the trade show and special events industries. Its high-quality displays are easy to set up and most come with Expand’s lifetime warranty. It manufactures all displays under the ISO 9001 quality guidelines and offer the latest state-of-the-art printing technology such as HDR printing. Expand has been in business for over 70 years and has offices around the world.

DTG Connection

16560 Harbor Blvd., Unit C/D, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 U.S. 888-833-4484 • dtgconnection.com

DTG Connection offers a range of direct to garment and direct to film printing options, including equipment, inks, and accessories. Its expert team is dedicated to providing you with the best possible printer options, so you can take your business to the next level. Contact us today to learn more about our garment printing solutions.

Caldera

1 rue des Freres Lumiere, Eckbolsheim, 67201 France 612-604-4266 • caldera.com

Established in 1984, Elitron manufactures digital cutting and automation systems to help shape a range of businesses. With a unique sense of innovation, Elitron symbolizes both passion and logic to explore new boundaries within finishing automation. Its team of engineers, project managers, electronic technicians, designers, and researchers have established a wide portfolio of cutting systems with over 25 patented technologies to explore new boundaries.

D&K Group, Inc.

80 Bond St., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 U.S. 847-956-0160 • dkgroup.com

BannerBug USA manufactures the retractable banner stand system, BannerBug. This 100 percent made in U.S. product is backed by an unconditional, unlimited lifetime warranty. BannerBug Original is a conventional retractable banner stand and BannerBug Swap is an interchangeable cartridge model.

2420 Tech Center Pkwy., Bldg. 140, Lawrenceville, GA 30043 U.S. 770-935-5080 • beaverpaper.com

Elitron America Inc.

1650 Oakbrook Dr., Ste. 425, Norcross, GA 30093 U.S. 844-354-8766 • elitron.com/en

Durst Image Technology U.S.

50 Methodist Hill Dr., Ste. 100, Rochester, NY 14623 U.S. 888-480-3588 • durstus.com

Durst is a manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies. Based on its independence as a family-owned company with 80 years of history in the print industry, its core values are centered on innovation, customer service, sustainability, and quality.

Durst continues to invest into new product development and is committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly technologies.

FDC Graphic Films, Inc.

3820 William Richardson Dr., South Bend, IN 46628 U.S. 800-634-7523 • fdcfilms.com

FDC Graphic Films, Inc. has been a master converter and distributor of sign vinyl films, digital media, overlaminates, banner, and heat transfer films in sign and graphics since 1988. FDC markets and converts top-performing products from reliable brands such as 3M, 3M DI-NOC Architectural Finishes, Lumina by FDC, ASLAN, Siser, and Nekoosa exclusively through distribution channels. FDC is family-owned and operated with warehouses and converting facilities in South Bend, IN and Reno, NV. It ships products quickly, in any size or quantity, and without a minimum order requirement in the U.S. and Canada. FDC’s customer promise, “we promise to respect your need for innovative, quality-assured products delivered on time, complete, and error free. We are dedicated to serving you with a can-do spirit and will work harder than anyone else in the industry to earn your business every day. You can ‘count on us.’ Every day. Every order.”

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Flexmag Industries

FELLERS

6566 E. Skelly Dr., Tulsa, OK 74145 U.S. 800-654-8405 • fellers.com

Since 1986, Fellers has been a reliable source of sign and graphics films, color change vinyls, and wrap supplies for customers and installers in the U.S. Fellers has expanded into new segments and grown product offerings in the last few years. See our ad on page 2.

Flatbed Tools

1509 Rapids Dr., Ste. 9, Racine, WI 53405 U.S. 262-800-6500 • flatbedtools.com

Flatbed Tools’ high-quality replacement knife blades are designed specifically for digital cutting systems. Crafted with meticulous engineering and uncompromising attention to detail, the company’s blades are tailored to deliver outstanding performance.

Flexcon Company, Inc.

1 Flexcon Industrial Park, Spencer, MA 01562 U.S. 508-885-8200 • flexcon.com

Flexcon Company, Inc. is a global leader in coated and laminated films and adhesives used as functional components in manufactured goods and in graphics applications. It is a trusted partner to a range of companies, from printers and fabricators to engineers and designers, developing products for existing and emerging markets.

107 Industry Rd., Marietta, OH 45750 U.S. 800-543-4426 • flexmag.com

Flexmag Industries, a division of Arnold Magnetic Technologies, manufactures highly loaded flexible composites in sheet, strip, and extrusions. Flexmag products include Entice, a printable paper coated magnetic sheet; FlexCoat-EZ with a coated printable surface; Ultramag; ThinMag; Ultramag Digital; Ferro Sheet; and extruded profiles. In addition to printable products, Flexmag’s magnetic tapes, lead-free shielding, and magnetic safety seats are used in robotics, medical, and defense applications.

Fluid Color LLC

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Four Corporate Dr., Lake Zurich, IL 60047 U.S. 800-257-7325 • gbc.com/resources/seal-graphics

For over 30 years, SEAL has been a leading manufacturer of wide format film and laminating equipment as well as wide and grand format media, mounting adhesives, and display systems. Before the beginning of the digital print revolution, the SEAL engineering mantra has been “build robust ergonomic finishing equipment for flawless production.” Synonymous with quality and performance, the SEAL brand ensures that users at any skill level maximize finishing results.

Whether you are opening a new sign shop or a printer looking to expand your offering, SEAL promises a solution to meet your needs.

2610 Arbor Tech Dr., Hebron, KY 41048 U.S. 859-371-5120 • fluidcolor.com

Fluid Color offers a full line of state-of-the-art wide format inkjet printers. Models include flatbed, hybrid, and roll-to-roll inkjet LED printers in various sizes to fit customers’ needs. Fluid Color printers are available with Kyocera and Ricoh printheads to fit your budget and speeds. Every model is packed full of standard features that would cost extra on other printers. The Fluid Color Z98H Turbo hybrid printer is capable of printing 4,000 square feet per hour. The Fluid Color Z105F is a high-quality LED flatbed printer. With Kyocera printheads and a linear magnetic rail you can get reliable, high-quality prints the first time, every time. This printer comes in multiple color configurations and can print up to 60 boards an hour.

General Formulations

309 S. Union, Sparta, MI 49345 U.S. 616-887-7387 • generalformulations.com

General Formulations (GF) is a global manufacturer of pressure-sensitive print media headquartered in the U.S., since 1953. GF offers a cross-platform portfolio of film and laminate solutions, which include rolls for wide format and sheets for narrow format digital printers, as well as offset print technologies. GF prides itself on experienced technical research and development and a highly knowledgeable sales team. See our ad on page 31.

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Graphic Finishing Partners, LLC

P.O. Box 1097, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 U.S. 800-986-2005 • gfpartnersllc.com

Graphic Finishing Partners (Gfp) has shipped thousands of machines through a network of dealers and distributors covering all of North America. It is the sign franchise industry’s supplier of choice for wide format laminators. Gfp machines are proven to shorten production time, increase profitability, and produce consistent, professional results. They are simple to operate, full of labor-saving features, and easy on the budget.

Graphic Whizard

755 Griffith Ct., Burlington, ON L7L 5R9 Canada 800-265-3376 • graphicwhizard.com

Starting with the manufacturing of number/perf/score machines, Graphic Whizard now supplies a broad range of bindery/print finishing equipment able to fulfill any production requirement and budget.

In 2019 Graphic Whizard USA Inc. was established in Webster, NY to expand market coverage. Current products include slit/cut/crease machines, creasers, laminators, digital die cutters, crease/folders, UV coaters, perfect binders EVA and PUR, number/perf/score machines, folders, and feeders. See our ad on page 23.

Griff Paper and Film

HP Inc.

5555 Windward Pkwy., Alpharetta, GA 30004 U.S. 404-995-4500 • hp.com/go/printhub

HP is the innovation leader for large format printers and technologies that deliver the highest, consistent quality, on virtually any substrate. This is to support the market needs; our customers’ longevity, health, and safety; sustainability; and profitability. A key differentiator is the portfolio—all containing inherent HP technology. It owns the IP and manufactures all of its printers, end to end.

A complete HP value proposition. This is HP.

ImagineThis

1147 Oberlin Ave S.W., Massillon, OH 44647 U.S. 330-481-1102 • imaginetr.com

ImagineThis is a premiere large format digital print shop. It specializes in going large. Whether you are looking for large quantity orders or the largest outdoor graphics, ImagineThis delivers its customers with the highest quality and quickest turnaround at competitive pricing. The company prides itself in meeting customers' large format printing needs.

275 Lower Morrisville Rd., Fallsington, PA 19054 U.S. 215-428-1075 • thegriffnetwork.com

Griff Paper and Film is a manufacturer of decorative vinyl used in craft, sign, floor graphic, tape, and privacy film. Create innovative products with its eco-friendly materials. It produces a range of vinyl including rainbow, oil slick, glitter, and holographic. The company’s films have excellent wrapping abilities for long-lasting, bubble-free applications. Griff’s printed products are ideal for eye-catching displays on windows, floors, and more.

GTI Graphic Technology, Inc.

211 Dupont Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550 U.S. 845-562-7066 • gtilite.com

GTI is a leading manufacturer of tight tolerance D50/D65 lighting systems for critical color viewing. An in-house spectroradiometric laboratory and 100 percent measurement and verification production process guarantees that precision is built into all products. Products include desktop systems, standalone viewing stations, press room stations, large format viewing systems, and soft proofing systems.

Systems are offered with LED or fluorescent lamp technology.

Hasler Solutions USA

810 Bakke Ave., Waterford, WI 53185 U.S. 262-457-7707 • haslerusa.com

Hasler offers flatbed digital cutting tables from a 5x4- up to 16x16-foot working area. With a two year warranty, five year limited warranty, and European craftsmanship the Hasler tables meet an array of cutting needs. Ideal for print, graphics, manufacturing, and textile production. Hasler cutting tables boast many tool options and lower costs than other OEMs. Whether upgrading or starting fresh, Hasler offers cost-effective, top-quality wide format and superwide format cutting solutions.

Heraeus Noblelight America LLC

910 Clopper Rd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878 U.S. 301-527-2660 • heraeus-noblelight.com

UV curing and infrared (IR) drying technologies offered globally

by Heraeus Noblelight. Its solutions are ideal for many different industrial print, identification, decorating, and direct to object print applications. UV curing solutions—UV LED, microwave powered (Fusion), medium pressure arc lamps, and custom engineered solutions. IR solutions—Infradry combines IR emitters with air for improved ink drying.

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Infigo

Unit 10 Enterprise Park, Lindfield, W. Sussex RH16 2LH U.K. +44 (0)330 460 0071 • infigo.net

A leading provider of personalized print and ecommerce solutions.

Create 100 percent customized ecommerce storefronts in minutes, even if you have no web design experience. Slash operational costs and supercharge sales with Infigo’s simple-to-use, yet highly sophisticated web to print (W2P) software. Find out how to scale your business with W2P in a tailored one-to-one demonstration today. Infigo prides itself in working in partnership with its customers, which means it is happy to configure its flexible W2P solution to meet your requirements. From the number of storefronts and modules you require, to printing workflows and integrations with other systems, Infigo can be optimized to offer the best experience. See our ad on page 14.

INX Digital

Jessup Manufacturing Company

2815 W. Rte. 120, McHenry, IL 60051 U.S. 815-385-6650 • jessupmfg.com

Jessup graphics media—elevate your brand with versatile and slip-resistant materials. Looking to grab attention and enhance your brand messaging in unconventional places? Look no further than Jessup graphics media. Its materials offer the versatility and brilliance to make a statement on indoor and outdoor floors, stairs, walls, pathways, streets, and parking lots. Plus, Jessup materials are the preferred choice of both printers and end users and many come with slip-resistant certification you can trust. Explore its range of top-quality brands, including Asphalt Art, TexWalk, CatWalk, GloBrite, SideWalk, TenaciousTac, Smooth-N-Groove, ARMORLam, and more. Discover the ultimate solution for impactful branding with Jessup graphics media.

Lintec of America Inc

935 National Pkwy., Schaumburg, IL 60173 U.S. 800-806-8977 • digitalwindowgraphics.com

Lintec of America is a manufacturer of pressure-sensitive films for visual marking signage and architectural window applications. It specializes in optically clear frosted and textured films for display point of purchase and window graphics. Check out its newest product offerings, which include an 80 percent recycled content optically clear UV inkjet printable polyester window graphic material. Also of note, a new polyester-based matte overlaminate that is impervious to spray paint. It is also scratch resistant and provides great protection from spray painted graffiti.

Marabu North America

2460-A Remount Rd., North Charleston, SC 29406 U.S. 888-253-2778 • marabu-northamerica.com

Headquartered in Germany, Marabu North America draws on more than 160 years of experience in developing inks and coatings. Its product line includes MaraJet digital printing inks, UltraJet UV-curable inks, ClearShield water-based coatings, the StarLam Liquid Laminator, and Marashield UV curable coatings. Its success is built on not just high-quality products but the company’s ability to work with customers to offer tailor-made solutions to their printing and coating needs.

150 N. Martingale, Ste. 700, Schaumburg, IL 60173 U.S. 510-346-7202 • inxinternational.com

Welcome to INX Digital, where technologies are pioneered to fuel global digital growth. Leading the way with advanced digital inks to match virtually every printhead type and digital printing system, the TRIANGLE brand of digital inks redefines value added. Its color and chemistry-compatible inkjet inks are backed by a highly specialized research and development team and a global technical service network. INX Digital offers a complete digital printing solution including premium quality inks, service agreements, color management, printer conversions, and ink train warranties. Whether you are looking for UV-curable, solvent, or aqueous inks; ink delivery systems; or liquid laminates, TRIANGLE has a professional inkjet solution to meet your needs.

Mimaki USA, Inc.

150-A Satellite Blvd. N.E., Suwanee, GA 30024 U.S. 888-530-3988 • mimakiusa.com

Mimaki is a global industry leader of wide format inkjet printers, cutting plotters, three-dimensional (3D) modeling machines, software, hardware, and associated consumable items, such as inks and cutting blades. The company engineers and manufactures a complete range of products that attain the total workflow solution for sign graphics, textile and apparel, industrial products, and 3D markets. See our ad on page 11.

JDS Sign Supply

1800 E. 57th St. N., Sioux Falls, SD 57104 U.S. 855-661-2388 • jdssignsupply.com

JDS Sign Supply is a wholesale distributor of materials and equipment for sign shops. Brands include 3M, Avery Dennison, General Formulations, Gemini, RTape, Plasticade, Magnum Magnetics, Banner Ups, and Kota Pro. The product lines sold by JDS include digital print vinyl, color change film, cut vinyl, banner material and stands, overlaminates, plastic and metal sheet stock, sign tools, standoffs, corrugated plastic sheets, tapes, frames, portable sign frames and posts, heat transfer film, and equipment.

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc.

117 Antrim Rd., Bennington, NH 03442 U.S. 603-588-3311 • mpm.com

Monadnock Paper Mills is a global leader in paper products, offering a diverse portfolio of technical/specialty papers and premium printing/packaging papers to renowned brands worldwide. Its commitment to sustainability includes FSC certification and carbon-neutral manufacturing powered by 100 percent renewable wind energy, under ISO 14001 standards.

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MUTOH America, Inc.

4405 E. Baseline Rd., Ste 120, Phoenix, AZ 85042 U.S. 800-99MUTOH • mutoh.com

MUTOH America, Inc. is a manufacturer of wide and small format printers and plotting cutters, including ValueJet and XpertJet models. MUTOH’s line of wide and small format inkjet printers are known for their quality, speed, and Smart Printing technologies.

Panel Processing, Inc.

1030 Devere Dr., Alpena, MI 49707 U.S. 800-433-7142 • panel.com

As a custom flat panel fabricator for over 50 years, Panel Processing can punch, cut, paint, laminate, and machine a multitude of wood substrates. Its flat panels, slatwall, chalkboard, pegboard, and markerboard can receive its digital print media creating an excellent surface for high-quality digital or screen printing.

Photo Tex Group Inc.

4030 Simon Rd., Boardman, OH 44512 U.S. 330-360-0019 • phototexgroup.com

Photo Tex Group Inc.—a 2024 Top 50 company—is the exclusive distributor for patented Photo Tex polyester self-adhesive removable inkjet fabric. Easy installs for your walls, windows, doors, and floors.

It certainly has a version to fit your printer and your purpose for both short- or long-term use. You can remove safely at anytime.

Neenah, Inc.

100 Kinball Pl., Ste. 600, Alpharetta, GA 30009 U.S. 678-566-6500 • neenahpaper.com

Neenah, a Mativ brand, is a market-leading manufacturer of premium packaging, wide format, and specialty paper products. Neenah’s wide format portfolio includes prominent brands such DIGISCAPE Wallcovering, NEENAH IMAGEMAX Signage, CONVERD Rigid Board, and ENDURA Poster papers. Neenah stays committed to sustainable production by implementing responsible fiber sourcing standards, conservation efforts, and focusing on product recyclability.

Nekoosa

740 Ford St., Kimberly, WI 54136 U.S. 800-826-4886 • nekoosa.com

Nekoosa is a manufacturer of specialty print media. It acquired brands like RTape, Catalina Graphic Films, Mojave Digital Media, ClingZ, NCR Paper, and CET Films. Nekoosa’s expertise spans coating, converting, and custom plastic extrusion capabilities, with a product offering that includes wide and grand format rolls, offset, screen, HP Indigo and dry toner sheets, cut films, application tapes and premasks, carbonless papers, and extruded films.

Newlife Magnetics Inc.

3440 Northbend Cir., Ste. A, Bld. 6, Alcoa, TN 37701 U.S. 865-233-3899 • newlifemagnetics.com

One of the world’s largest flexible magnet and print media manufacturers specializing in wide format magnetic media. It is a manufacturer of printable magnet sheeting up to 60 inches wide. The new Platinum line of magnet-receptive print media offers the highest quality, best print results, and lowest price in the market. Cling King Spider Mat is becoming the industry standard for counter top displays and graphics. Newlife Magnetics is “the future of magnetics.”

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OnPrintShop - Web to Print Solution

2nd Floor, Ekyarth, Malabar County Rd., B/H Nirma University, Chharodi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 382481 India 718-715-1551 • onprintshop.com

OnPrintShop is dedicated to delivering unparalleled print experiences worldwide through its web to print (W2P) software, catering to both business to business (B2B) and business to consumer (B2C) across various print segments. The company’s globally recognized W2P SaaS solution provides centralized order management, versatile support across multiple sales channels, swift price estimation, and distinctive W2P storefronts tailored for both B2B and B2C, aligning perfectly with your unique vision.

Onyx Graphics, Inc.

6915 S. High Tech Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84047 U.S. 801-568-9900 • onyxgfx.com

Leading the market since 1989, Onyx Graphics is a market leader in powerful, reliable, large format printing workflow and print business software solutions. It is dedicated to helping customers increase productivity, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge with superior software solutions for the print industry. Innovative, productive, and satisfied customers around the globe help motivate the company to continually develop and enhance its leading-edge technologies.

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PRESTOTEX

1626 Bridgewater Rd., Bensalem, PA 19020 U.S. 215-244-8927 • prestotex.com

PrestoTex is a digitally printable, adhesive-backed, polyester wall material designed for wide format printers. The removable and repositionable wall media is ideal for large-scale wallcoverings or contour cut decals. PrestoTex is available in four colors—white, gold iridescent, deep gold, and silver. Both thickness variations, 10-mil and 17-mil, are ideal for hiding wall imperfections.

Serge Ferrari and Verseidag

504 Hillsboro Technology Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 U.S. 954-942-3600 • sergeferrari.com

The merger of Serge Ferrari and Verseidag brings to you a one-stopshop for high-performance indoor and outdoor print media, and with the expertise to deliver the right product for your most important projects. Serge Ferrari Group’s Seemee, Decolit Soltis, Frontside, and Alphalia brands meet all your needs for retail/point of purchase displays, wallcoverings, and exhibits as well as printable awnings, acoustics, and building facades.

Significans Automation

877-463-4465 • significans.com

Significans Automation is a software integrator specializing in delivering next-generation automation. It tailors best-in-class software to optimally fit the environment. The level of sophistication that is provided increases profitability, improves quality control and production efficiency, enabling artificial intellingence and robotics, while also facilitating new revenue opportunities in ecommerce.

An assessment is the best way to begin the journey to automation; contact us today.

Signs365

51245 Filomena Dr., Shelby Township, MI 48315 U.S. 800-265-8830 • signs365.com

Signs365 is a grand format, trade-only wholesale printer. It offers a variety of full-color, high-quality printed products all produced in 24 hours. $10 Overnight Anywhere shipping is available on all products.

Visit signs365.com for more details. Signs365… we are only trade only. See our ad on page 36.

Standard Finishing Systems

10 Connector Rd., Andover, MA 01810 U.S. 978-470-1920 • standardfinishing.com

Standard distributes a broad line of feeding and finishing products including Horizon perfect binders, collators, folders, saddlestitchers, slitters/creasers, die cutters, and bookletmakers; and Hunkeler unwinders, rewinders, cutters/stackers, dynamic perforators, plow folders, and inspection systems for continuous feed printers.

Standard has applied its knowledge of the conventional offset print finishing industry to engineer effective solutions for the expanding digital and inkjet print markets.

Substance Incorporated

3000 Frazier Dr., Claremont, NC 28610 U.S. 800-985-9485 • substance.com

Substance develops and manufactures high-performing print media and overlaminates for critical graphic applications. It is on a mission to advance material science and enhance the customer experience.

Supply55, Inc.

P.O. Box 1522, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-1522 U.S. 734-668-0755 • supply55.com

Supply55, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of workflow products for the digital printing segment of the sign, screen, graphic arts, exhibit, home decor, corporate identity, and athletic apparel markets. All of Supply55’s products are selected, evaluated, and brought to market with the simple goal of reducing end user operating costs while improving the workflow and quality of their finished product. See our ad on page 5.

swissQprint

2521 Technology Dr., Elgin, IL 60124 U.S. 224-769-0769 • swissqprint.com

swissQprint is a manufacturer of high-end large format printers. The UV LED inkjet printers are 100 percent Swiss made. swissQprint offers both true flatbed printers with a roll-to-roll option as well as a dedicated roll-to-roll printer.

Trotec Laser, Inc.

44747 Helm Ct., Plymouth, MI 48170 U.S. 817-261-7256 • troteclaser.com

Trotec Laser is a leading international provider of advanced, highspeed laser equipment for cutting, engraving, and industrial marking.

Trotec was originally founded in Wels, Austria in 1997 and established in the U.S. in MI in 2002. Now headquartered in Plymouth, MI, the U.S. business has grown to ten times its original size.

TVF

401 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, IN 46032 U.S. 855-618-4500 • tvfinc.com

TVF is a 100 percent employee-owned supplier of print media, apparel, home decor, and industrial fabrics. Backed by almost 50 years of textile success and expertise, TVF provides solutions for dye-sublimation, latex, direct disperse, UV, eco-solvent, and screen printing for markets including soft signage, wide format displays, apparel, and more. Known for an unmatched breadth of product offerings, warehousing capabilities, and personalized customer experience, TVF serves as an extension for growing businesses.

Ultraflex Systems

6333 Pelican Creek Cir., Riverview, FL 33578 U.S. 973-627-8608 • ultraflexx.com

Ultraflex Systems is your preferred partner for developing and delivering high-performing, digitally printable textiles and substrates.

Its ever-expanding media portfolio includes frontlit, backlit, blockout, mesh, textiles, and flooring, ranging from 30- to 198-inch widths for solvent, eco-solvent, latex, UV, screen, and dye-sublimation printing.

Its comprehensive inventory helps businesses create show-stopping soft signage, banners, floor and wall coverings, trade show graphics, and more. With over 500,000 square feet of global stock holding space, it offers a comprehensive inventory across its product lines.

The company services Canada, Latin America, and the U.S. through five North American warehouses and a network of highly trained distributors. Ultraflex team members are fiercely committed to helping customers find media solutions that successfully sell products, tell stories, and deliver meaningful messages to audiences everywhere.

Summa is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-end vinyl and contour cutters—S1 and S3 Series, the most versatile flatbed cutting system—F Series, and laser cutters—L Series. For over three decades, the company maintains a clear objective—to develop cutting-edge solutions that boost productivity and eliminate complexity in cutting and finishing. Enabling businesses, whether they are large or small, to finish their applications to the highest standards and improve their margins.

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Celebrating over 40 years manufacturing quality-made precision engravers and CNC routers in the U.S., Vision offers small to large machines at best-in-class pricing to meet your engraving and routing needs. See our ad on page 27.

Vycom

801 E. Corey St., Scranton, PA 18505 U.S. 800-235-8320 • vycom.com

Vycom, an affiliate of The AZEK Company, manufactures market-leading brands of highly innovative plastic sheet products for a variety of applications. Its Celtec line of premium signboard solutions is designed for wide format display applications that demand the highest quality PVC sign materials. Vycom’s manufacturing agility places it in a prime position to be the essential partner in creating solutions that optimize quality and performance, and in providing a more sustainable future.

X-Edge Products, Inc.

P.O. Box 141305, Grand Rapids, MI 49534 U.S. 866-591-9991 • xedgetools.com

X-Edge Products is dedicated to helping customers achieve the best performance and edge quality on a CNC router. It started from scratch and created a tool that defied conventional knowledge by reaching feed rates and edge quality that previously seemed impossible. Products include solid carbide router bits, oscillating and drag knives, and accessories.

X-Rite, Inc.

4300 44th St. S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49512 U.S. 616-257-2076 • xrite.com

X-Rite Pantone is a leader in color science. From prepress to production, its integrated solutions deliver excellence for color management, formulation, quality control, and automation. It offers a full range of color measurement and software solutions to digitize your entire workflow ensuring color is accurately and efficiently communicated and produced. X-Rite Pantone products and services are recognized standards in the printing, packaging, industrial, photography, and graphic design industries.

Xcel Products, Inc.

8900 109th Ave. N., Ste. 500, Champlin, MN 55316 U.S. 763-231-3040 • xcelproducts.com

For over nearly two decades, XCEL has been at the forefront of designing and producing innovative graphics solutions for all types of business environments. Featuring several specialty medias including magnetic vinyl, magnetic receptive, static cling, and blockout paper.

XCEL recently launched Excellent and Mako rigid paper boards to support companies where a strong “green” initiative is critical. XCEL has the capabilities to convert to custom sheets or rolls to help maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and support savings in overall cost of doing business. XCEL also manufactures silicone edge graphics framing systems, utilizing 40 proprietary extrusions. All can be produced to current specification or custom design through its in-house engineering team and SOLIDWORKS software system.

Zund America, Inc.

Summa America

100 Cummings Center, Ste. #151-G, Beverly, MA 01915 U.S. 978-522-4606 • summa.com

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems

17621 N. Black Canyon Hwy., Phoenix, AZ 85023 U.S. 888-637-1737 • visionengravers.com

Vanguard Digital | A Durst Group Company

2410 Tech Center Pkwy., Ste. 125, Lawrenceville, GA 30043 U.S. 470-326-3790 • vanguarddigital.com

Vanguard Digital is a manufacturer of UV LED flatbed, roll to roll, and hybrid printers supporting sign and display, packaging, and wood decorating. Vanguard Digital’s mission is to deliver the best ownership experience in the wide format market to print service providers. This is accomplished by offering the highest levels of service, outstanding communication, technology, and customer care.

8142 S. 6th St., Oak Creek, WI 53154 U.S. 414-433-0700 • zund.com

Zünd, a leading manufacturer of digital flatbed cutting systems, offers multifunctional cutters/routers with numerous tools and automated material handling options for processing substrates up to two inches thick and ten feet wide. Zünd’s Gen3 systems are designed for maximum versatility and modularity, while the latest addition, the Q-line with BHS180, is a fully automated, industrial finishing system geared towards ultimate productivity with non-stop, pallet-to-pallet production.

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