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Short-Term Wallcoverings Looking at the best options for limited engagements.

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EDITOR IN CHIEF

Thomas Tetreault ttetreault@rockportpubs.com

Visual Flair Sparkle, shimmer, and shine—are you capitalizing on the newest specialty media products available to you? These can be accent pieces to other digitally printed graphics or printed to directly. New media products continue to explode onto the scene from prismatic to holographic.

Adding flair to wide format output, vendors discuss their many uses in applications from stickers and decals to point of purchase displays.

The June issue of Digital Output takes a look at the opportunity for specialty films of this nature in our cover story and Sign Business column, Sparkle and Shine. Adding flair to wide format output, vendors discuss their many uses in applications from stickers and decals to point of purchase displays.

We also get the inside scoop when it comes to leveraging holographic and prismatic materials in a wide format print environment thanks to this month’s Application Spotlight. End user Novachrome works regularly with media from a number of vendors and speciality software tools to provide its clients with an extra bit of shine.

Elsewhere in this issue we tackle wallcoverings. The first feature looks at short-term wallcoverings particularly and where they are used. In addition, it discusses sustainability and its relationship with media that is only in place for limited periods of time. Read more in Fleeting, Yet Captivating.

The second feature, Processing Jobs Small and Large, discusses the best methods for cutting wallcoverings—whether panels or detailed contour cut shapes.

Rounding out the edition is an article on flatbeds, inline finishing, and enhancements; a chart listing various wide format flatbed printers; and our semi-annual printed buyers guide that serves as a helpful resource when planning purchases throughout the year.

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Kongsberg iPC Integration with CalderaRIP Automating print-and-cut workflows just became much simpler, as the latest Kongsberg i-cut Production Console (iPC) now integrates with CalderaRIP’s GrandCutServer software, supporting the Kongsberg JDF export and quick response code functionality.

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iPC is specifically developed to make it even easier for users to harness the power and precision of its digital cutting solutions and get the most out of their investment. And now the software integrates with the CalderaRIP suite of production-orientated print and print-and-cut workflow programs that provide color management, imaging, and processing solutions for large and grand format peripherals.

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Mutoh Releases New Texture Library Mutoh releases a new texture library that includes 100 different matte and glossy varnish textures specifically designed for use in Adobe Illustrator and its proprietary RIP software VerteLith. The

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NEPATA converting centers are the most successful and widely used converting centers worldwide. Engineered and manufactured in Germany to the highest quality standards, NEPATA converting equipment utilizes the latest in CNC technology resulting in unprecedented control and accuracy over the converting process. NEPATA converting centers deliver precise material cuts, highly accurate rewinds, and advanced inventory control, allowing for quick delivery times across a wide range of media. For more information visit supply55.com, call 734-668-0755, or email sales@supply55.com. INFO# 186

texture library is now available for download on the MUTOH Club under the VerteLith tab, Application and Manual. The texture library makes it easy for designers to add a unique touch to their designs

Kyocera Announces FOREARTH

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with just a few clicks. Additionally, the files include

Kyocera Corporation announces FOREARTH, a new

Epson announces the availability of its production-

the print environments for Mutoh’s VerteLith RIP

inkjet textile printer that aims to eliminate virtually

class SureColor T-Series multifunction printers, the

software, which allows for the generation of many

all water usage from fabric printing. The company

36-inch SureColor T5770DM and 44-inch SureColor

expects this printer to contribute to eliminating

T7770DM. Leveraging the same innovative, com-

printing-related water pollution, which has long

pact design as their single-function counterparts,

been an issue in the textile and apparel industries.

the technical multifunction printers feature an

different varnish effects.

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Fisher Textiles Adds Dye-Sub Printable Canvas

integrated 36-inch wide dual-light scanner that

Fisher Textiles adds GF 5600 Raw Canvas to its

FOREARTH is an all-in-one printing system that

enables both high-speed scanning and copying for

grand format fabric line for dye-sublimation (dye-

uses new proprietary pigment ink, pretreatment

wide format documents. The SureColor T5770DM

sub) printing. GF 5600 Raw Canvas is a 100 percent

liquid, and finishing agent, which are constantly

and SureColor T7770DM deliver versatile, high-

cotton canvas with a dye-sub receptive coating that

discharged in the same sequence from the inkjet

speed scanning at up to ten inches per second

enables paper transfer printing. It has a natural beige

printhead. This system eliminates the pre-and post-

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finish and is ideal for banners, retail displays, and

processes required of conventional dye printing

footprint versus single function printers. Featur-

home furnishing applications that require a natural

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ing a space-saving design, the scanner lid flips up

look and feel. Stocked 125 inches wide, GF 5600 Raw

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Side of Sparkle Wide Format with Flair

by Cassandra Balentine

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ide format printing is a versatile industry, enabling the creation of high-impact displays to vehicle wraps and everything in between. With the right tools in place, wide format print providers step out of a commodity product and offer truly unique prints that help turn design visions into reality.

Founded in 2008, Novachrome Digital Design and Imaging is a Brentwood, MO-based, all-digital print shop with just under ten employees. Specializing in large format roll and flatbed printing, it primarily produces graphics for museums, casinos, retail, restaurants, and trade shows. The shop also offers precision digital die cutting and metallic print capabilities.

Run by several partners, including Jim and Chris Varney and Beverly Fairies, it is always on the lookout for new technologies that meet current demands.

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Full-Service Shop

Novachrome is stacked with printing and finishing equipment, including Canon Solution Americas Colorado UVgel printers, a Fujifilm North America Corporation Acuity Prime with white ink, Epson printers, a Roland DGA Corporation printer, and a Durst Lambda. For finishing it operates laminators—64 and 80 inches from GBC, a division of ACCO Brands; and a Zund America, Inc. cutting system.

In addition to providing expertise and versatility for nearly any wide format graphic need, the shop stands out thanks to its color management capabilities. In fact, Novachrome is one of the few print providers in its area that invested in Color-Logic Inc. software for metallic printing.

With white ink on metallic films and board, we achieve beautiful metallic effects, even on runs of just one piece.

— Jim Varney, part owner, Novachrome

Color correctness is essential. It utilizes a Barbieri reflection and transmission photo spectrometer to profile media.

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goes back to when it was first introduced to help control output,” comments Jim Varney, part owner, Novachrome. “We have confidence in color consistency by comparing output from multiple devices.”

Metallic Success

Several years ago, Novachrome realized the potential of metallic printing effects in the wide format space. During its research the shop came across the ColorLogic plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. After immediately realizing the potential, it invested in the technology and today offers metallic effects on wide format work. To do this the print provider

utilizes metallic media from vendors like Nekoosa run using the white ink option of the Fujifilm Acuity Prime.

attention of potential customers.

“Our staff shows samples of these effects to customers and it’s something they’ve never seen before.”

Metallic work isn’t a factor in a majority of Novachrome’s output, but it is a differentiator. Varney explains that it often creates samples or self-promotional pieces with these effects, which get the

When it first started working with Color-Logic for metallic printing, there was a lot of experimentation.

Novachrome still experiments, but now has an extensive portfolio of samples and knowledge.

“With white ink on metallic films and board, we achieve beautiful metallic effects, even on runs of just one piece. In our business, however, one piece might measure eight by 15 feet so the payoff potential is large,” shares Varney.

Once its corporate clients understand the potential, Varney says it kick starts ideas on how to utilize it. “Metallic is an attention grabber with customers—especially designers—and some immediately try to find a use.”

One method it uses is a mix of the Color-Logic tool and metallic to replicate foil stamping, which is more retail focused.

The shop utilizes its metallic capabilities for projects in cosmetics, food and beverage, and pet products. Over the years, it also created wayfinding with metallic effects as well as interior wallcoverings.

Added Effects

The use of metallic effects is an emerging area that Novachrome has mastered. It is a great way to attract new business. D See page 20 for more info.

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Sparkle and Shine Speciality Media to Stand Out

by Cassandra Balentine

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olographic and prismatic products add flair to wide format output. They are utilized for a variety of applications from stickers and decals to labels and packaging, holiday and special occasion graphics, point of purchase (POP) displays, window graphics, and temporary outdoor signage.

The primary use of this material tends to be stickers, according to Jay Kroll, product manager, cut, transit, and wall solutions, General Formulations. Whether for bands and brands, coffee shops and retail, or packaging for specialty goods where a certain psychedelic aesthetic is appreciated, he offers.

“We see holographic films used in exhibits, concert venue decals, labels in the cannabis industry, and event stickers,” comments Michael Aldrich, product manager, FDC Graphic Films, Inc.

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Prismatic and holographic products are used in signage and featured in out-of-home transit such as bus posters and taxi applications for special events, adds Jodi Sawyer, strategic business unit manager, FLEXcon Company, Inc. “The visual enhancement that prismatic and holographic products provide results in an experiential effect to brand promotion. In store, these films add interest to displays for increased engagement that leads to shopper attention.

They also give a premium look and feel,” she shares.

Jeff Peterson, VP marketing, Competitive EDGE US, U.S./ Canada manufacturer representative for DreamScape, also sees these types of special effects materials used Prismatic and holographic products in environments allow advertisers to add light and like hotels, theme parks, restaurants, movement to static displays. and retail stores to create unique and — Jodi Sawyer, strategic business unit manager, FLEXcon Company, Inc. eye-catching wallcovering designs.

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Wide Format Growth

Specialty holographic and prismatic media options are gaining popularity among wide format print providers.

Traditionally, specialty films were screen or offset printed, where press-applied treatments could be used to achieve different effects. “Over time promotions have evolved, and specialty films are ideal for wide format digital printing,” notes Sawyer.

She credits this to the increased popularity of digital displays, creating a challenge for static graphics to compete. “Prismatic and

holographic products allow advertisers to add light and movement to static displays. Through the creative use of opaque and translucent inks, advertisers can create unique visual effects on signage and POP displays by allowing the prismatic pattern to show through in certain areas while blocking it out in others.”

Aldrich believes holographic films are gaining popularity because “of the different looks that these products offer when printed.”

Dan Velez, VP of sales, Substance Incorporated, says metalized films are also popular because they

allow for the creation of unique, attention-grabbing signage. “End users are always looking for new, trend setting materials that set them apart from their competitors and deliver maximum return on investment on advertising.”

Stand Out

Speciality media options like holographic and prismatic are ideal for high-impact effects.

For example, speciality media can be used for something like a new product launch where the product label and/or promotions will eventually transition to traditional materials. “The value of a specialty

film for the initial launch may bring the visibility and differentiation that the brand is looking for,” comments Sawyer.

She points out that when Ice Breakers mints were first introduced, the label on the container used a pressure-sensitive prismatic film in kaleidoscope pattern to evoke the look and feel of ice.

Lily Hunter, senior product manager, Roland DGA Corporation, adds that these options complement traditional white or clear media.

“While holographic film may not be right for every decal it adds a unique touch for special occasions.”

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Cost Comparison

Cost is a consideration when working with specialty media.

The price of specialty films is typically higher than traditional materials because there is more processing involved during manufacturing and the volumes of these products are typically smaller, explains Sawyer.

Peterson notes that the films typically have higher cost raw materials and coatings, contributing to their price difference.

Most of the time, Aldrich agrees that these products will cost more than a traditional calendared white print film because of the way the film is made.

However, it is important to consider that the value of using specialty films is determined by the application and how it functions for the end product. “If it is used to replace or augment a digital display, that’s not likely to be a barrier based on cost because digital displays are much more expensive than static graphics,” says Sawyer.

“These prismatic and holographic films are probably three to four times the cost of your standard white vinyl, and more on par with a peel-and-stick wall fabric or cast vinyl. However, the return on even a few stickers is so dramatic that it is worth the addition to your materials list,” states Kroll.

Learning Curves

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For example, not all ink systems will provide the necessary bond to the films. “It’s important to work with the manufacturer to understand the compatibility of your printing equipment and obtain samples for test printing. The amount of ink coverage needed depends on the creative and the aesthetic that the client wants to achieve, such as whether they want the specialty film to show through the creative throughout or only in specific areas,” suggests Sawyer.

Hunter believes that it is best to keep graphics simple, use bold colors, and avoid using effects like gradients or shadows. “They tend to get lost, unless you use white ink as an underbase,” she notes.

When cutting, Aldrich says holographic films perform similarly to a calendered material. He says a 45/60-degree blade should work just fine.

“Plotter setup may need to be adjusted to work with a thicker shiny film,” adds Kroll.

Some users may struggle with their plotter improperly reading registration marks on these types of films, points out Velez. He suggests covering the registration marks with a matte finish registration tape to eliminate glare and allow for proper readability and registration.

“If printing with UV printers, consult the dealer or manufacturer for tips to make sure the reflection off of the film will not cause an issue to the printheads while printing.

These films have a light-reflecting value that sometimes affect UV printers,” comments Aldrich.

Design Considerations

When it comes to design, there are other considerations.

While prismatic products can be dyed, they are typically silver.

“The same effect as dying can be achieved using translucent inks, although some experimentation is required to achieve the desired color due to the film being silver rather than white. Areas of the graphic that will be opaque can be backed up with white to achieve proper color, similar to printing on clear films,” explains Sawyer.

Kroll points out that this media requires designs that lean into the dimension of the material, so it might require looking at decals differently than you might with a smooth white vinyl.

“Remember, since you’re not starting with a white point, you may not hit those Pantone colors, unless there’s a white ink underbase printed,” comments Hunter. “It’s best to print a color chart, without and with white underbase, if you have white ink. This helps to set expectations of what the colors will look like on prismatic film.”

Aldrich feels that best practices would be to have a couple of printed examples of what the product looks like to show customers and let them know how these would be incorporated into the design.

Making Money

Typically, when special effect media is chosen like prismatic or holographic, Peterson believes it is for a custom project tailored to the specific needs of the client.

“Custom projects tend to be more

profitable than your day-to-day printing of signage because more expertise and time is involved.

Print providers can differentiate themselves from competitors and increase profitability with customdesigned projects.”

The use of specialty media and its profit potential is tied to the solutions being the right fit for the brand. “So, the key is identifying the brand clients and events where the use of specialty media can elevate the brand experience. For example, high-end personal care, cosmetic, and luxury brands often complement their product packaging with promotional advertising,” explains Sawyer.

Holographic films can be incorporated into a design to give more appeal and draw the eye. “This can be used in special labels for advertising a specific product. Or exhibit displays drawing attention to a product or service at a trade show. The sky is the limit,” states Aldrich.

Samples of any of these applications are key. End users respond well to printed demonstrations of the product in question. “Once the creativity begins, the limit is endless with what could be done,” shares Evan Matthies Rezin, product manager, Nekoosa.

Unique Offerings

Specialty films like holographic and prismatic options are growing in popularity. These are ideal for stickers and decals, but also offer benefits to POP, sign and display, and wall graphics. D See page 20 for more info.

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allcovering substrate options are vast. For this article we look at materials optimized for digital print that are in place for short periods of time. When referring to short term, the graphics are installed for less than 12 months. digitaloutput.net

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Paper, fabric, and vinyl substrates are used for short-term wallcoverings, seen from dorm rooms to construction sites. Considering these graphics aren’t installed for long, there is concern for how to dispose of the application. While recycling isn’t the easiest option, there are alternatives.

Tools of the Trade

Certain media solutions are better than others for short-term wallcoverings. It’s important to cite substrate type as well as adhesion type/level in this discussion.

Above) Drytac’s ReTac line of films enables installation, removal, and repositioning of graphics.

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development, Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc.

Peter Bourgeois, territory sales manager, Drytac, cites vinylbased films as a go-to for shortterm wallcovering applications, noting their affordability, versatility, and availability.

1 Michelle Kempf, VP, sales and marketing, Continental Grafix USA, Inc., notes that the best recommendation is based on the “print provider having a good understanding of client expectations of short term, the type of wall to be covered, and the environment.”

Self-adhesive fabric is an option.

Photo Tex Group Inc. offers a 100 percent polyester fabric that Walter Gierlach, president, Photo Tex, says is easy to remove yet durable.

“An adhesive fabric is a good solution for short-term wallcovering

applications. The most significant benefit for short-term use is that it can be easily removed and changed without damaging the wall’s surface. Fabric doesn’t crease or wrinkle as easily as vinyl, is more forgiving, and doesn’t stick to itself,” shares Kara Work, product development director, Brand Management Group.

Paper-based material is also a possibility because “of the ease of installation and removal without damaging the wall. In addition, products like Envi Wallgraphics meet CA 01350 air quality standards so space can be occupied right after installation with no annoying odors,” explains Al Bobst, director new business

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1) Virgin Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV utilized FloorSignage’s VersaGraphics 360, a direct print, multi-surface product. 2) 1 Up Graphics used General Formulations’ GF 226 WallMark semi-rigid wall vinyl with a microsphere repositionable adhesive for this short-term outdoor wallcovering.

More specifically, Mike Richardson, business development manager - graphic media, Jessup Manufacturing Company, believes monomeric vinyl is ideal because it is less expensive and this addresses end use customers who are more price sensitive in regards to a short-term application. “Vinyl is either monomeric or polymeric; this has to do with the construction of the atoms in the vinyl. Monomeric is cheaper to produce but is not well suited for long-term use and exhibits more shrink than a polymeric vinyl.”

“When I think about short-term wallcoverings, I recommend a product that will take minimal time and tooling to install, and no trouble when removing the graphic. For these reasons, a semi-rigid wall vinyl with a microsphere repositionable adhesive would be a great solution,” suggests Jay Kroll, product manager for cut, transit and wall solutions, General Formulations.

In terms of adhesion, it’s a balance between the required amount of stickiness without leaving behind residue or damaging the wall during removal.

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installation, but aggressive enough to firmly adhere to a variety of wall surfaces, is easily removable, and won’t leave behind residue when removed,” explains Kempf.

Adhesive is influenced by the size of the graphic. “Ultra-removable adhesives are designed for short-term repositioning utilizing microsphere technology. These are ideal for postersized wall graphic applications, and other adhesive systems can offer more aggressive bonding for more extensive, full-size wall graphics,” notes Ross Burnham, senior product manager, Mactac Graphic & Signage Solutions.

Large-scale graphics benefit from a removable, paste-able wallcovering as well, adds Steve Yarbrough, customer experience manager, Neschen Inc. “When it comes to large-scale graphics that can be removed, a pasteable wallcovering is quicker to install, which cuts down on installation costs. These new wallpapers are not your parent’s wallpaper, they are dimensionally stable and tear resistant.

Furthermore, with proper paste, they come down easier than adhesive-backed solutions. Any residue left behind can be wiped off with a vinegar water solution and a sponge.”

“Adhesive is really the most important factor for success,” admits Bourgeois. “A repositionable and removable adhesive is preferred to allow for easier installation and removal without damaging the surface. Most removable adhesives increase their bond over time, so it is important to use a product with an adhesive that is ultra-removable or permanently peelable.”

According to Richardson, an ideal solution is a solvent acrylic adhesive with 2 to 2.5 lbs of peel.

“The adhesive should be repositionable, build strength rapidly within the first several hours,

and stick well to low or no volatile organic compound paints.”

“For short term, we believe a wallcovering media with a microsphere adhesive is best. If it is applied to clean wall, it will remove easily with little to no residue and there will be no need for wall repair,” explains Roy Ritchie, president, DreamScape.

Micah Causey, VP, FloorSignage, LLC, says products that do not require an overlaminate and with removable pressuresensitive adhesive are best for short-term applications because these are quicker to produce

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ADDRESSING SUSTAINABILITY Short-term wallcoverings are usually in place for less than a year. Once the intended installation time is completed, where does the abandoned material go? To avoid unnecessary waste piling up in landfills, media manufacturers work diligently to create recyclable products—but also maintain important qualities of printability and durability.

3M DI-NOC Architectural Finishes provide cost-effective solutions, with minimal down time, and prevent waste from going to landfills. It is also developing “greener” versions of its products.

Canon USA, Inc. works with vendors and peers to learn more about the need for PVC-free materials, as well as identify a true recycling program.

Continental Grafix USA, Inc. actively explores ways to partner with specialty recyclers to make it easier for retailers, installers, and printers to have access to these services.

The Drytac Zero Initiative is a comprehensive approach to providing environmentally designed print products and limiting lasting damage to the Earth. With its line of PVC-free materials Drytac is creating products that are recyclable and help to reduce carbon footprint while avoiding excessive costs.

FloorSignage, LLC offers a product that can be disposed with aluminum recycling, AlumiGraphics Smooth.

General Formulations’ approach is that since it can’t control what happens to the material once it leaves the facility, it instead does everything it can from a supply chain and manufacturing perspective to incorporate sustainable practices and formulations into its products and processes. This includes eliminating harmful chemicals from raw materials, capturing the volatile organic compounds from the manufacturing process, filtering and reusing solvents, and reducing and recycling scrap.

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HP Large Format Media, through Brand Management Group, introduced recyclable versions of HP Removable Adhesive Fabric—new HP Recycled Removable Adhesive Fabric, 3-in Core for aqueous printers and HP Recycled Removable Adhesive Fabric, 3-in Core (Latex/solvent). Both are made with recycled water bottles as well as coating materials and are REACH compliant.

Jessup Manufacturing Company as of press time had some projects in the works including a non-PVC film and adhesive that can be blue bin recycled. It hopes to have more information available to the public later in 2023.

Mactac Graphic & Signage Solutions develops non-PVC pressure-sensitive print media utilizing polyester and polypropylene face stocks. These products are part of the Simply Sustainable lineup and mostly used for window graphics. Mactac continues to innovate and find materials that one day could be utilized for shortterm wall graphic applications.

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. is always exploring new materials and chemistry that improves the life cycle of its products. Product development for sustainability continues to evolve.

Neschen Inc. offers a variety of ecofriendly products that are PVC-free, have post-consumer waste, use a water-based adhesive, and are made from products like PET, polypropylene, and paper based. Neschen also utilizes an in-house wastewater treatment facility that unburdens the environment. It uses release liners that are made from sustainable paper for more than 90 percent of its products.

LEED certified and safe for landfills, Photo Tex Group Inc.’s flagship product is considered safe, non-toxic, and green. There is never any Prop 65 chemicals in the media, according to the company.

and can be applied and removed by employees.

Where Is It

Wallcoverings designed for shortterm application are seen in a number of environments.

With walls a way to “provide a natural canvas to communicate a message, set a tone, create a mood, or evoke emotion,” shortterm wallcoverings are seen in schools and hospitals to corporate environments and museums, notes Kempf.

“Most short-term wallcoverings are used by people who don’t want to install permanent décor or signage in their homes or business. Renters are one target,” suggests Work.

Along this track, Bobst also points out college dorm rooms as a target for short-term wallcoverings.

Retail, grocery, convenience stores, and restaurant or fast serve are other contenders. This is mostly for seasonal promotions, time-sensitive specials, as well as point of purchase. Also, trade shows and conferences for branding, wayfinding, and promotional graphics, lists Causey.

Events are another option, specifically short duration events like “festivals and galas, which require a professional look and branding but need quick and damage-free removal,” notes Bourgeois.

Construction and remodeling are scenarios that also benefit from short-term wallcoverings.

Here, the wallcovering “provides

a clean and professional appearance while protecting the underlying surfaces from damage.

These applications are temporary and require materials that are easy to install and remove,” explains Richardson.

“Property staging is another market we see a lot of potential for. To help make a property appear its best for potential buyers, shortterm wallcoverings can be applied to hide ugly walls and to beautify the space making it much more attractive,” adds Ritchie.

With short-term wallcovering applications used virtually anywhere, Kroll points out that they can either be full murals or smaller signage, but with the same goal in mind—to communicate a message or deliver an experience to the consumer.

Yarbrough adds that the beauty of many of these products is they can be layered. “Some products go over existing graphics, wallpapers, or painted surfaces and remove easily without damaging the underlying surface. This is essential in venues with existing long-term graphics that can double up on the real estate by layering the short term over it.”

The Eco Question

With sustainability a continued concern, shorter term projects could be considered “wasteful” and print providers and their customers might recycle the material after it’s been used to avoid being placed in landfills.

However, the ability to do so depends on what the media is made

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with, type of adhesive, and ink it was printed with. “Many PVCfree solutions can be recycled, while some products are already made of post-consumer waste,” notes Yarbrough.

Fabric-based media like Photo Tex is formulated to degrade and safe for landfills. “Some of our wallcoverings are stored and re-used when it is a seasonal application, but most are thrown away, which is why the media is formulated to be degradable,” explains Gierlach.

“Wallcoverings are engineered with a certain level of durability and performance to meet standards developed by the wallcovering industry. So, by design, they are not curbside recyclable. Envi Wallgraphics are made with FSC certified, responsibly sourced renewable fiber and they are PVC free. A product available with 100 percent post-consumer waste recycled fiber is a good step in the right direction,” notes Bobst.

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For vinyl, specialty recyclers are accessible through the Vinyl Institute Recycling Directory, which Burnham suggests individuals utilizing PVC wallcoverings look into. Another option is contacting a local recycler for recommendations. “The liner material—either paper or PET—can be recycled using one of these approved outlets. Matrix by-product can also be recycled at one of these outlets—which should be able to take the post-consumer non-PVC graphics as well.”

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“We have seen more interest in sustainable products in the last few years, however not as many end users are committed enough to spend a little more so they opt for the least expensive product,” admits Causey.

3 adhesive, the process of recycling the product is as mentioned time consuming and expensive. “The recycling process for PVC involves separating the material from the adhesive. As a result, many recycling facilities do not accept PVC films with adhesive backing,” explains Richardson.

Accessibility to acceptable recycling programs is a challenge. “In my experience, the majority of these materials are simply being thrown away. There is no blue bin or curbside collection for these materials, which makes it tougher and less convenient to recycle.

3) Photo Tex fabric-based media used in a convention center setting.

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There are some specialty recyclers in the U.S. that can handle some material, but it can be cost prohibitive to do so,” shares Kempf.

“Most of these products do end up in the landfill because of time requirements, availability of affordable sustainable face films, and because lack of understanding of sustainable requirements,” agrees Bourgeois.

Is It a Demand?

Beyond caring for the environment, there is of course the question of demand. Are print providers and their customers even requesting wallcovering materials that can be recycled?

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Brand Management Group

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Canon USA, Inc.

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Continental Grafix USA, Inc.

cgxusa.com

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DreamScape

dreamscapewalls.com

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Drytac

drytac.com

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FloorSignage, LLC

floorsignage.com

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General Formulations

generalformulations.com

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Jessup Manufacturing Company

jessupmfg.com

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Mactac Graphic & Signage Solutions

mactac.com/graphics

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It’s not so much recyclable media that is requested, but media that is composed of more sustainable components, according to Bourgeois. “Requests for PVC-free media are becoming much more common. In the move to create a more ‘green’ conscious image and present a lower carbon footprint many retailers and key brands are asking for these options.”

“In wallcoverings, we see more requests for renewable alternatives to PVC and higher recycled content materials,” says Bobst.

These requests, based on Richardson’s experience, come from municipalities, school districts, and European retailers who require non-PVC graphics.

Gierlach notes that the concern is especially paramount with new buildings, as they look to get LEED certification at the platinum level.

With this in mind, Angel Georgiou, senior product marketing specialist, Canon USA, Inc., sees more customers in the commercial space inquiring about ecofriendly media options. Adding that residential customers are not requesting these products as much, but designers are.

“The number of eco-conscious consumers is growing rapidly.

Government agencies are increasingly making green building a requirement in new construction projects. For example, the US General Services Administration requires new construction and renovation of federal facilities to be LEED certified,” agrees Work.

Kroll finds “end users regularly asking about sustainability options for both start and end of life, leaning heavily on manufacturers to design and develop better materials to address shared concerns about where these graphics end up after they’re removed.”

It’s more than trend, states Yarbrough. Quality and eco-friendliness are compatible.

Quick Install

Wallcoverings are used in many environments for short-term durations due to the ease of install and removability. Add in a discussion on waste and resourcefulness and it’s an interesting conundrum for those buyers considering sustainability.

“Many customers continue to look for PVC alternatives for their wide format print applications.

Today’s vinyl can meet many of the demanding requirements for short- and long-term applications at an affordable price. New material innovations will be required to meet the needs of the marketplace, and at the same time, waste recycling solutions will need to be provided to close the loop on recyclability,” admits Burnham.

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allcoverings range from straight panels to intricate, contour cut shapes depending on the application. Finishing each type can be challenging when relying on manual practices, which is why semi-automated and automated XY cutters, static- or conveyor-based flatbed tables, and even laser devices are advantageous to any print shop with regular requests for digitally printed wallcoverings.

Accuracy Combats Challenges

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graphics that will eventually translate into wall decals must be consistently cut to the correct shape. Certain considerations are important to achieve these goals.

According to Chase Pender, business development, Supply55, Inc., print providers face several challenges when finishing wallcovering panels—of note are accuracy, waste, and workflow. “Precision accuracy is crucial when cutting wallcoverings to the correct size to ensure proper alignment during installation. Any inaccuracies in the cut will result in wasted material or an inferior finished product. Cutting wallpaper panels can be time consuming.

Due to the print volume generally associated with them it’s important to have a workflow in place that is not only efficient but accurate.”

“Especially for cutting larger or no-bleed panels, the accuracy of the cutting machine is critical,” attests Beatrice Drury, marketing manager, Zund America, Inc.

Material deformation is another challenge. During the cutting of the wallcovering, there could be potential stretching, so the media must be carefully placed to avoid any inaccuracies, notes David Stevens, technical development manager, Trotec Laser Inc.

Above) Beaver Paper & Graphic Media, Inc.’s TexStyles FashionWalls is a new line of printable sublimation fabric wallcoverings that run through a calendar heat press and then cut on a Cutworx Apex Pro with a rotary cutting tool.

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a small job. If you need speed and proficiency, there are several automated XY cutting systems with more features,” shares Steve Yarbrough, customer experience manager, Neschen Inc.

1 When it comes to wallcovering panels, space restrictions for production can be an issue.

“Smaller shops may run into scenarios where they may not have adequate space to allow a 50-foot panel to run out flat from a trimming device, which is when a cutter with inline rewinding would be advantageous,” explains Raum DiVarco, GM, Cutworx USA. Aligning and tiling panels is another consideration. “If an existing platform is not available with automatic tracking and correction, you might have trouble producing panels that line up.

Tiling is another situation where there is waste in unnecessary set up time—is this process being done manually by a graphic designer or software to streamline the process,” asks DiVarco.

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Fine Forms

Both XY cutters and flatbed devices are used to finish wallcoverings.

Automated capabilities make them favorable, especially if the wallcovering job at hand requires a higher volume of finishing.

Of course, manual cutting is always an option. “Straight edge and sharp blade are kind of understood, but remember to keep your blade perpendicular to the cutting surface to avoid any of the unprinted core of the material showing through,” recommends Jay Kroll, product manager for cut, transit & wall solutions, General Formulations.

“Cutting panels can be done several different ways, by hand on a large cutting table with a straight edge and new sharp blade, or a builtin table cutter, which is okay for

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“The best option is to use an XY cutter specifically for cutting wallpaper panels.

These are designed for the application and provide the cleanest cut possible,” agrees Kroll.

Automatic XY cutters are used “because of their precision, speed, versatility, and ease of use, which are all essential when working with wallcoverings,” explains Pender.

Supply55 distributes the Kala XY automatic cutter from Kala Finishing Systems, which is engineered to take a printed roll and cut the material along the X and Y axis to produce perfectly finished wallcovering panels ready for installation.

Depending on the application, the wallcovering is produced into a sheet or rewound to a core.

Roll devices like Colex Finishing, Inc.’s Fotoba XLD 170 WP adjust cutting in real time to deliver accurate finishing in both the slitting and crosscutting. According to Keith Verkem, senior product manager/national sales manager, Colex, this allows the automatic XY cutter to always deliver a 90 degree corner/perfect rectangle.

1) The Trotec SP2000 laser cutter offers the advantage of a non-contact cutting process.

“Current XY trimmers/cutter platforms have a lot of versatility in the market. Some have more automated features for continuous roll processing workflows,” notes DiVarco.

On the opposite side of the equation, he advocates that wallcovering jobs at higher volumes benefit from utilizing flatbed cutters. “Modern flatbed cutting platforms typically have modules or roll holding devices for roll processing workflows. These XYZ cutters switch back and forth between contour cutting and square cut panels. The CCD registration cameras allow for precision on jobs without bleed, which are beneficial for wallcovering projects that do not have overlap,” continues DiVarco.

Camera systems enable flatbed cutting systems like Elitron’s to easily cut all sizes and types of wallcoverings. “The print on the panels are digitally recognized and the relative cutting files loaded automatically for immediate cutting,” explains Caroline Anne Bell, marketing coordinator, Elitron.

While flatbed cutters can also be used for cutting wallcoverings, Pender says they “are not nearly as efficient as an XY cutter and come at a much higher price point.

The most effective and accurate way to finish wallcoverings would be with an automated XY cutter.

Many shops utilize both technologies. Higher value jobs requiring contour cutting or routing of rigid materials are sent to the flatbed cutter while square or rectangular image formats like wallcoverings are processed on an XY cutter.”

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“For certain materials—paper, vinyl—roll cutters can be a bit faster. Top-quality flatbed cutters tend to be far superior in terms of versatility, accuracy, and automated workflow options. Achieving the required level of accuracy for these demanding applications involves not only a perfectly accurate drive system and material advancing, but also highly precise setup and registration features generally available only on sophisticated flatbed systems,” advocates Drury.

Flatbed cutters are well suited for contour cutting wall decals, says Stevens. One reason is versatility.

Especially in terms of flatbed laser cutting systems, these devices can process paper, film, and fabric.

However, he cautions, lasers are not recommended for processing any vinyl materials that contain PVC or chloride—so it’s important to know the composition of your material before you invest in a cutting system.

Get Specific (Tools)

Knives, blades, lasers—is one more ideal over the other for finishing wallcoverings?

With affordability in mind, DiVarco notes that XY cutters with crush or shear cut type blades offer features like horizontal and vertical slitting while also compensating for skew. “Wallpaper panel configurations on these platforms offer extra rollers for proper feedings and tension control.”

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in terms of material and using the machine to cut panels or contour shapes. “Flatbed cutters offer a variety of tooling to process almost any job, but at significantly higher costs. Contour cutting is primarily a benefit of flatbed cutters,” says DiVarco.

“It depends on the application and the type of substrate being used. Here, too, flatbed cutters generally offer more choices in terms of modules, tools, blades, and bits, which can be tailored to the specific needs of the manufacturer,” says Drury. The modularity and versatility Zünd offers also allows for expanding wall décor offerings to include aluminum/ ACM and acrylics with the appropriate routing tools.

Another example, Bell explains that Elitron’s knife cutting systems are multi-functional and each cutting head comes with up to five tools. The cutting heads are configured to suit individual production requirements and training is tailor made for each customer.

pace compared to traditional knife or blade processing. Additionally, the laser seals the edges of materials as they are cut so you won’t have to worry about fraying when laser cutting textiles or other materials that may require any additional post-processing steps.”

The Best Unit

A print provider needs to determine the best finishing solution for the job at hand.

The material being printed to and then cut is a consideration in addition to a number of other factors.

“Print providers should look at technology versatility, the efficiency of production, and especially the materials they plan to process when determining the best finishing unit for their business,” recommends Stevens.

Plan for now, but also keep future needs in mind. “Even though the investment in a modular, higher end system that is both versatile and adaptable may be a bit more significant at the outset, it will pay off handsomely in terms of accuracy, efficiency, and longevity. The ability to add tooling, material handling, and workflow automation when the need arises is priceless when compared to having to start all over from the ground up with a new and different machine,” suggests Drury.

Finishing Wallcoverings

It might not be the most intricate process but finishing wallcoverings still involves some thought.

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With laser cutters, there is the advantage of a non-contact process. “The material remains in place during the cutting process through downdraft suction, carefully securing the material without warping or stretching,” says Stevens. “An optional vacuum table can keep materials from shifting during processing using a light suction, ensuring correct focusing over the entire surface.”

Other benefits of laser cutting, according to Stevens, include “cutting materials are completed efficiently and at an accelerated

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15 Alpina Manufacturing, LLC

20 fastchangeframes.com

16 Alpina Manufacturing, LLC

20 bannergrip.com

1 AP Lazer

35 aplazer.com

17 Budnick Converting/Banner Ups

20 bannerups.com

2 Canon Solutions America

15 csa.canon.com

14 Canon Solutions America

25 csa.canon.com

3 Condé Systems

15 conde.com

18 Delivery Signs

20 yardsignsresellers.com 27 ddp.us

4 Digitech USA

9 digitechusa.com

5 FDC Graphic Films, Inc.

7 fdcfilms.com/2100

6 Jessup Mfg. Co.

2 jessupmfg.com

13 Neenah Inc.

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19 newlifemagnetics.com 13 prestotex.com

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166 GBC, a division of ACCO Brands 103 General Formulations 114 General Formulations 123 General Formulations 174 HP Inc. 115 Jessup Manufacturing Company 116 Mactac Graphic & Signage Solutions 117 Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. 175 Mutoh America, Inc. 167 Nekoosa 104 Nekoosa 118 Neschen Inc. 124 Neschen Inc. 119 Photo Tex Group Inc. 168 Roland DGA Corp.

105 Roland DGA Corp.

106 Substance Incorporated 125 Supply55, Inc. 126 Trotec Laser Inc. 169 Zund America, Inc. 127 Zund America, Inc. 176 Zund America, Inc.

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rom coating to cutting, streamlining finishing tasks is essential to meeting productivity goals and improving the bottom line in wide format print environments. This includes automation as well as near line and more recently, inline finishing.

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Cutting Options

When it comes to finishing for today’s wide format flatbed printers, inline options include cutting and trimming as well as material handling.

“Many flatbed printers are equipped with cutting or trimming tools that can cut printed materials to size or shape. This is useful for producing custom-sized or shaped prints, such as signage, stickers, or packaging materials,” offers Derek Moffett, product manager, Mutoh America, Inc.

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1 For example, Digitech recently introduced an iteration of its flatbed printer, the TruFire, but with inline finishing components ideal for corrugated printing. The printer is called the TruCORR and works with a Colex Finishing, Inc. machine inline.

Thomas Giglio, latex business segment lead, North America, HP Inc., points out that with HP Latex inks, customers can immediately move to finishing of the graphic because they are odorless and dry when exiting the printer. This could be digital cutting, lamination/coating, or post-print fabrication.

With help of its finishing partners, HP targets many applications from custom one-offs and prototypes to mass-produced graphics that are used in a variety of verticals. “Our hardware products interface with robotic systems with vision capability, however these are custom solutions based on specific customer 1) To allow each type of equipment to run at maximum speed, independent of the other, Zünd develops various workflow automation components designed to maximize overall productivity.

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workflow and requirements.

Often, the total solution involves many partners that contribute components for the required applications,” says Giglio.

Pre- and post-automation tools aid in managing substrates, according to Giglio, and work to identify workpiece locations so that workflow is optimized. Additionally, robotics expedite workflow to and from other finishing devices, like digital cutters and liquid coaters.

For Zünd, a primary focus in recent years is optimizing the overall production workflow.

Beatrice Drury, marketing and communications manager, Zund America, Inc., points out that its #LetsTalkWorkflow campaign has manifested itself in closer integration of printing and cutting on a digital level, for example in software features that facilitate—and speed up—the digital workflow, all the way from prepress to fulfillment/shipping.

However, the term inline may not necessarily apply. “To us, a direct physical, hardware-based

integration between the two technologies has never made a lot of sense. Because of the difference in production speed—where either the cutter or the printer are quicker to produce any given job or materialize—it makes little sense to slow down one system to accommodate the other,” explains Drury.

“Depending on maximum speed specifications, the type and complexity of the job, the type of material and required processing method(s), quality requirements, and other factors effect each type of equipment differently. One is bound to offer a faster processing time than the other, so why connect them?”

To allow each type of equipment to run at maximum speed, independent of the other, Zünd developed various workflow automation components designed to maximize overall productivity, with pallet-to-pallet cutting capabilities, for instance. “A full pallet of material—with the latest Zünd BHS180 up to a stack height of six feet—can be wheeled to the cutter, and all the rest happens fully automatically and largely unattended, from loading a sheet/ board onto the cutter, scanning the quick response code to retrieve the correct job data, processing with all the appropriate tools, to offloading onto a finished stack.

Once the stack is completed, it’s onto the next one—no matter what printer was used, how many sheets were involved in printing each job, or how quickly they were printed,” explains Drury.

Coating, Varnish, and More

The use of embellishments is gaining a lot of ground in the digital print world. The possibilities are endless and the options are growing. These include lamination, embossing and debasing, varnishing and foiling, and white ink printing.

“The biggest impact for inline finishing economically is in coating technology, as these solutions hit the bottom line in reducing labor, waste, and overall cost of consumables,” says Giglio. “Many print service providers are moving away from traditional film-based lamination and using liquid coating solutions.”

Lamination, vanishing, and other post-press effects are also handled inline. “Lamination can enhance the durability and longevity of prints, as well as add a glossy or matte finish,” he shares.

Burkle North America offers roller coating and UV-curing machines that can be used to create a first base coat before digital printing and apply the topcoat after the printing to protect the printed surface. “This increases the stretch resistance and could create a glossy or matte surface,” says Stephan Deitermann, sales director, surface technologies, Burkle North America. “We have a constant demand for this kind of finishing application,” he adds.

Burkle roller coaters can be installed with the printer or later. “In any case, a coating after printing is necessary but some customers already have a roller coater and use the existing machines,” adds Deitermann.

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Coating inline challenges include the investment budget, admits Deitermann. He points out that the implementation of the printer with roller coaters is not such a big deal but the line speed needs to be similar so an interface is needed. If this is done right from the beginning, it is easy.

Varnishing enhances the appearance of prints by adding gloss or depth, and can also provide protection against scratches and UV damage, says Moffett.

Some flatbed printers are equipped with embossing or debossing tools that can add texture to printed materials. “This is useful for creating tactile prints, such as business cards or invitations,” he shares.

Further embellishments include foiling and white ink printing. “Some flatbed printers are equipped with inline foiling tools that can add metallic or holographic effects to printed materials. This is useful for creating eye-catching designs or adding branding elements to prints,” points out Moffett.

The ability to print white also opens doors for embellishment. he explains, “printing on transparent or colored substrates.

This is useful for producing prints with a variety of effects, such as on clear acrylic or colored aluminum.”

All Mutoh flatbed UV printers come with finishing options such as varnishing and white ink printing. Moffett points out that the company mainly targets the digitaloutput.net

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2 packaging prototype industry with varnish and white ink printing finishing tools.

By Segment

The demand for and utilization of inline finishing—or a similar process—varies based on the individual print provider and the goals of a project.

Moffett says the biggest need for inline finishing options largely depends on the specific industry and application of the flatbed printing device. However, there are some general areas where inline finishing options can provide significant benefits in various segments.

For signage and display, Moffett sees a high demand for customshaped prints, large format prints, and prints with high-quality finishes. Inline cutting and trimming, lamination, and varnishing can all help to produce high-quality and durable graphics for outdoor and indoor use.

companies mentioned INFO# COMPANY 171 Burkle North America

In packaging and labeling there is a need for prints that can withstand moisture, friction, and wear and tear. “Inline lamination, embossing, and foiling all enhance the durability and appearance of packaging materials, such as labels, boxes, and bags,” he says.

Corrugate is a common segment for inline flatbed finishing. “But here, too, there could be significant speed differences—dictated by basic physics—especially when it comes to thicker corrugated materials that could cause significant differences in speed between the two technologies,” comments Drury.

In the promotional products industry, Moffett points out that eye-catching and unique prints that help brands stand out are in demand. Inline foiling, embossing, and white ink printing can all add special effects and textures to promotional products, such as business cards, brochures, and flyers.

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In the fine art and photography industry, there is a demand for highquality prints with fine details and vivid colors. “Inline varnishing and white ink printing help to enhance the color and depth of prints on a variety of substrates, such as canvas and metal,” he says.

be included as standard features on certain models, while others may require additional components or upgrades,” shares Moffett.

Cost Considerations

“It is important to note that while adding inline finishing options/ components can increase the upfront cost of a flatbed printing device, it can also increase the value and versatility of the equipment. Inline finishing options can help to improve the quality and durability of prints, as well as expand the range of applications that can be produced on the device. Therefore, it is important to carefully evaluate the cost and benefits of including inline finishing options/components when selecting a flatbed printing device,” cautions Moffett.

“Overall, inline finishing options provide significant benefits in many industries where high-quality and durable prints are required.

The specific application depends on the needs of the user and the capabilities of the printing device,” adds Moffett.

When investing in finishing, cost is always a consideration. This gets complicated for inline options as it takes into account the productivity of the printing capabilities as well as the versatility of each process.

Moffett explains that the cost of including inline finishing options/components will depend on several factors, including the specific finishing options, the manufacturer and model of the flatbed printing device, and the level of automation and integration required.

Giglio says the cost is usually $100K USD and higher depending on the solution.

“Generally, adding inline finishing options/components to a flatbed printing device can increase the overall cost of the equipment.

Some finishing options, like varnishing or white ink printing, may

2) For Zünd, a primary focus in recent years is on optimizing the overall production workflow.

He says adding an inline laminator to a flatbed printing device can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars for a basic model to tens of thousands of dollars for a high-end, fully automated system. Similarly, adding an inline embossing or foiling tool may require the purchase of a separate module or accessory, which can add to the overall cost of the equipment.

Deitermann agrees, adding that by going inline, the customer saves material handling time and money and ensures immediate surface protection via a clear coat.

Automated Finishing—Inline Bringing finishing inline makes sense for some wide format flatbed print providers. Although there are many considerations, the automation benefits can’t be ignored. D

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CET Color cetcolor.com

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DIGITECH digitechusa.com

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Durst Image Technology US LLC durstus.com

136

EFI efi.com

137

Epson proimaging.epson.com Fluid Color LLC fluidcolor.com

Arizona 135 GT Arizona 1340/1360/1380 GT Arizona 2340 GTF Arizona 2340 XTF Arizona 2360 GTF Arizona 2360 XTF Arizona 2380 GTF Arizona 2380 XTF Arizona 365 GT Arizona 6160/6170 HFV Arizona 6160/6170 XTS Arizona 1340/1360/1380 XT Q6-1000h Q6-1000 Q6-500h Q6-500 Q6-250h Q6-250 K2-250h K2-500 K2-1000 Linear Motion K2-1000 Dynasty Series D2 Dynasty Series D3 TruFire LT TruFire LT/X2 TruPlot Rho 2500 Rho 2500 i P5 350 P5 350 HS P5 250 WT Pro 30f Pro 24f Pro 30h VUTEk 32h VUTEk h3 VUTEk h5 SureColor V7000

UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV UV UV UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV UV UV LED UV LED Aqueous UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV

49.2 49.2 49.6 121.7 49.6 121.7 49.6 121.7 98 98.4 120 121.3 126 122x62 98 48x98 63 63x39 63 48x98 122x62 126 48x96 79x120 120 120 120 98 98 138 138 98 120x80 100x50 126 126 126 126 48x96

1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,440x1,440 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 3,600x3,600 1,200x1,200 3,600x3,600 3,600x3,600 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,000 1,000 1,200 1,200 1,000 1,200 1,200x1,200 1,200 1,000 1,200 1,200 720x1,440

368 548 958 1,023 958 1,023 958 1,023 377 1,668 1,668 568 750 730 650 640 372 370 565 560 2,494 1,343 1,920 2,304 2,100 4,500 2,100 12,050 11,300 3,495 7,620 3,710 2,130 1,157 2,477 2,400 2,828 4,234 462

N N N N N N N N N N N N Y N Y N Y N Y N N Y N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y N

CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM

R63H R98H R126H R53F R84F R105F R105+F R63H Turbo R98H Turbo R126H Turbo R53F Turbo R84F Turbo R105F Turbo R105+F Turbo Z63H Z98H Turbo Z126H Z204H Z53F Z84F Z105F Z105+F Acuity Prime 20 Acuity Prime 30 Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED Scitex 15500 Scitex 17000 Latex R1000 Latex R1000 Plus Latex R2000 Plus AccurioWide 160 AccurioWide 200 AccurioWide 250 JFX200-2513 JFX200-2513 EX JFX200-2531 JFX500-2131 JFX600-2513 UJF-6042 MkII e UJF-7151 Plus II ValueJet 1638UH Mark II PerformanceJet 2508UF ValueJet 1628MH XPJ-461UF XPJ-661UF Shark FBR 2512 Shark EFB 3216 Shark EFB 2512 Shark FB 1212 Shark EFB 3220 Nyala 4 Impala 4 Oryx 4 Nyala 4S Impala 4S Kudu VR5D-E VK300D-HS VKM600T-HS VR6D-HS X-16 X-33 X-55 X-98

UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV-Curable UV-Curable Latex Latex Latex UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED Multi-Purpose UV LED UV LED UV UV UV UV UV UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED UV LED

63 98 126 63x39 96x48 120x60 120x78 63 98 126 63x39 96x48 120x60 120x78 63 98 126 204 63x39 96x48 120x60 120x78 100 100 130 63 63 64.4 64.4 98.4 64.8 80 98 98.4x51.2 98.4x51.2 94.8x122 82.7x122 98.4x51.2 24x16.5 28x20 63.6 100x49.2 63.6 19x13 19x23.3 100 126 100 48 78 126 98 98 126 98 126 99 125.5 99 99 24 36 55 98

1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 3,600 3,600 3,600 1,200 3,600 3,600 3,600 1,200 1,200 1,200 CM CM 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 1,200x1,200 1,440x720 1,440x720 1,440x720 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,800 1,440 1,200 1,440 1,440 1,440 2,400 2,400 2,400 2,400 2,400 1,350 1,350 1,080 1,080 1,080 1,350 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 2,880 2,880 2,880 2,880

240 520 600 220 460 582 610 560 1,050 1,175 405 1,037 1,140 1,140 620 3,520 2,842 3,250 390 1,400 2,689 2,995 1,399 1,615 2,347 6,700 10,764 644 644 991 678 1,119 1,238 243 343 243 645 2,152 CM CM 240 968 360 70 70 1,352 1,352 1,352 1,352 800 2,217 1,938 969 3,982 3,412 3,272 648 3,412 1,760 1,557 100 205 420 485

Y Y Y N N N N Y Y Y N N N N Y Y Y Y N N N N N N Y N N Y Y Y Y Y Y N N N N N N N Y N Y N N Y N N N N Y Y Y Y Y Y N N N N N N N N

CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM $59,995 $89,995 $49,995 $20,995 $28,995 CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM CM

138

139

Fujifilm NA Corp. Graphic Systems Division fujifilminkjet.com

140

HP Inc. hp.com

141

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. kmbs.konicaminolta.us

142

Mimaki USA, Inc. mimakiusa.com

143

Mutoh America, Inc. mutoh.com

144

Stratojet USA stratojetusa.com

145

swissQprint swissqprint.com

146

Vanguard Digital Printing Systems, a Durst Group Co. vanguarddigital.com

147

Xante xante.com

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Cutting Equipment, continued

Accessories ALL PRINT HEADS

Mike Fernandez

800-616-0584

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

30, 31

VTX Tools

Nikolai Mikkelsen

262-745-1399

Milwaukee

WI, U.S.

34

Digital Graphic Systems (DGS)

Mireya Canales

305-628-8345

Miami

FL, U.S.

31, 32

Zund America Inc.

Sales

414-433-0700

Oak Creek

WI, U.S.

34

Sales

877-764-5757

New Century

KS, U.S.

s

Roberto Rodriguez

305-628-8345

Miami

FL, U.S.

31, 32

Color-Logic

Mark Geeves

513-258-0047

West Chester

OH, U.S.

s

DesignNBuy

Abhishek Agarwal

347-647-9799

Irving

TX, U.S.

s

SAi

Sales

800-229-9066

Salt Lake City

UT, U.S.

s

Cutworx USA

Raum Divarco

262-374-4714

Irving

TX, U.S.

31

Valloy Incorporation

Christin Park

+82 2 6082 5022

Seoul

Korea

34

VTX Tools

Nikolai Mikkelsen

262-745-1399

Milwaukee

WI, U.S.

34

Condé Systems Inc.

Todd Till

800-826-6332

Mobile

AL, U.S.

15, 31

DTG Connection

Paul Crocker

703-505-3497

Fountain Valley

CA, U.S.

32

Durst Image Technology U.S.

Sydnie Shepland

585-486-0340

Rochester

NY, U.S.

32

Panel Processing Inc.

Tim Witucki

989-358-4209

Alpena

MI, U.S.

33

Ian Mazursky

646-652-6448

New Rochelle

NY, U.S.

s

Decals

Acrylic - Impact Signs365

Sales

800-265-8830

Shelby Township

MI, U.S.

34, 36

Recrylic

Paul Richardson

612-281-3134

Minneapolis

MN, U.S.

s

Signs365

Sales

800-265-8830

Shelby Township

MI, U.S.

34, 36

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

ADA Sign Systems MUTOH America Inc.

Adhesives D&K Group Inc.

Brian Biegel

847-956-0160

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

31

Banner Ups

Richard Hatton

800-869-9601

Columbia

IL, U.S.

20, 30

FloorSignage

Micah Causey

855-855-8832

Sunbury

OH, U.S.

s

Aluminum

John Coyne

800-806-8977

Schaumburg

IL, U.S.

33

Banner Display Systems GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Digital Graphic Systems (DGS)

Design Software

Digital Diecut

Digital Imaging

Architectural Signage Lintec of America Inc.

Stouse LLC

Design Services

Acrylic Sheets

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

32

Banner Material Brand Management Group

Rhian Arvidson

941-256-7917

Sarasota

FL, U.S.

s

PrePress Express

Fisher Textiles

Sharon Roland

704-821-8870

Matthews

NC, U.S.

s

Digital Service Provider

JDS Sign Supply

Dave Haan

855-661-2388

Sioux Falls

SD, U.S.

33

Delivery Signs

Sales

888-377-2665

Orlando

FL, U.S.

20

Serge Ferrari and Verseidag

Eric Tischer

954-942-3600

Deerfield Beach

FL, U.S.

34

Supreme Color Graphics

Sales

855-230-4313

Mandeville

LA, U.S.

s

TVF

Sales

855-618-4500

Carmel

IN, U.S.

34

Displays

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Alpina Manufacturing LLC

Sales

800-915-2828

Chicago

IL, U.S.

20, 30

Expolinc Corporation

Maria Castricone

800-319-0025

Marengo

OH, U.S.

s

Banner Stands BannerBug USA

Sales

205-793-9600

Birmingham

AL, U.S.

s

Panel Processing Inc.

Tim Witucki

989-358-4209

Alpena

MI, U.S.

33

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

32

Recrylic

Paul Richardson

612-281-3134

Minneapolis

MN, U.S.

s

JDS Sign Supply

Dave Haan

855-661-2388

Sioux Falls

SD, U.S.

33

Supreme Color Graphics

Sales

855-230-4313

Mandeville

LA, U.S.

s

Maria Castricone

419-947-9750

Marengo

OH, U.S.

s

Sales

301-527-2660

Gaithersburg

MD, U.S.

32

Sales

888-637-1737

Phoenic

AZ, U.S.

34

Displays - Portable

Banners Saint Clair Textiles

Anthony Pappalardo

336-264-1792

Eastanolee

GA, U.S.

s

Expolinc Corporation

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Dryers

Dave Harris

940-703-4014

Bad Nenndorf

Germany

s

Engraving Equipment

Color-Logic

Mark Geeves

513-258-0047

West Chester

OH, U.S.

s

Fabric

PrePress Express

Ian Mazursky

646-652-6448

New Rochelle

NY, U.S.

s

DAZIAN

Karl Segall

949-547-3007

S. Hackensack

NJ, U.S.

31

Fisher Textiles

Sharon Roland

800-554-8886

Matthews

NC, U.S.

s

Clip Art MR Clipart

Heraeus Noblelight America LLC

Color Management

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems

Computer Cutting Equipment Eastman Machine Company

Amy Denning

716-856-2201

Buffalo

NY, U.S.

s

Saint Clair Textiles

Anthony Pappalardo

336-264-1792

Eastanolee

GA, U.S.

s

Valloy Incorporation

Christin Park

+82 2 6082 5022

Seoul

Korea

34

Serge Ferrari and Verseidag

Eric Tischer

954-942-3600

Deerfield Beach

FL, U.S.

34

TVF

Sales

855-618-4500

Carmel

IN, U.S.

34

Dirk Moebes

+49 172 5106750

Bad Nenndorf

Germany

s

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Karl Segall

949-547-3007

S. Hackensack

NJ, U.S.

31

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

David Korvah

800-282-8379

Mentor

OH, U.S.

30

Curbell Plastics Inc.

Sales

888-287-2355

Orchard Park

NY, U.S.

s

Energy Products Distribution (EPD)

Sales

800-537-3911

Baltimore

MD, U.S.

32

Computer Software MR Clipart

Fabrications Services

Consumables A-SUB Sublimation Paper

Nicole Ni

+86 15062202959

Singapore

Singapore

30

DAZIAN

Southern Lamps

Stefanie Langler

352-624-3026

Ocala

FL, U.S.

s

Films

Colex Finishing Inc.

Maureen Damato

201-265-5670

Elmwood Park

NJ, U.S.

s

DIGITECH

Patric Coldewey

210-545-6000

San Antonio

TX, U.S.

9, 32

Cutting Equipment

Eastman Machine Company

Amy Denning

716-856-2201

Buffalo

NY, U.S.

s

FDC Graphic Films Inc.

Laura Reid

574-261-0985

South Bend

IN, U.S.

7, 32

Elitron America Inc.

Daniele Gallucci

844-354-8766

Norcross

GA, U.S.

s

Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives

Sales

800-228-2683

Graham

NC, U.S.

32

Summa America

Sales

978-522-4765

Beverly

MA, U.S.

34

Regal Graphics

Sales

800-627-3425

North Kansas City

MO, U.S.

s

Supply55 Inc.

Chase Pender

734-668-0755

Ann Arbor

MI, U.S.

5, 34

Substance Incorporated

Daniel Velez

800-985-9485

Claremont

NC, U.S.

34

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems

Sales

888-637-1737

Phoenic

AZ, U.S.

34

TEKRA

Rebecca Fuhrman

800-448-3572

New Berlin

WI, U.S.

s

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CONTACT

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Laminates - Film, continued

AP Lazer

Sales

800-585-8617

Mason

MI, U.S.

30, 35

Griff Paper and Film

Alex Phinn

215-428-1075

Fallsington

PA, U.S.

32

Banner Ups

Richard Hatton

800-869-9601

Columbia

IL, U.S.

20, 30

Substance Incorporated

Daniel Velez

800-985-9485

Claremont

NC, U.S.

34

Colex Finishing Inc.

Maureen Damato

201-265-5670

Elmwood Park

NJ, U.S.

s

Laminates - Liquid

Cutworx USA

Raum Divarco

262-374-4714

Irving

TX, U.S.

31

Alliance Technology Corporation

Robert Leidlein

410-634-9381

Ridgely

MD, U.S.

s

DAZIAN

Karl Segall

949-547-3007

S. Hackensack

NJ, U.S.

31

Marabu North America

Sales

888-253-2778

North Charleston

SC, U.S.

33

Elitron America Inc.

Daniele Gallucci

844-354-8766

Norcross

GA, U.S.

s

Laminators

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

32

Alliance Technology Corporation

Robert Leidlein

410-634-9381

Ridgely

MD, U.S.

s

Graphic Finishing Partners LLC

Rob Acker

800-986-2005

Maryland Heights

MO, U.S.

32

Cutworx USA

Raum Divarco

262-374-4714

Irving

TX, U.S.

31

Summa America

Sales

978-522-4765

Beverly

MA, U.S.

34

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

32

Supply55 Inc.

Chase Pender

734-668-0755

Ann Arbor

MI, U.S.

5, 34

Graphic Finishing Partners LLC

Rob Acker

800-986-2005

Maryland Heights

MO, U.S.

32

Trotec Laser Inc.

Sales

734-927-6300

Plymouth

MI, U.S.

34

Marabu North America

Sales

888-253-2778

North Charleston

SC, U.S.

33

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems

Sales

888-637-1737

Phoenic

AZ, U.S.

34

Laser Cutting Equipment

VTX Tools

Nikolai Mikkelsen

262-745-1399

Milwaukee

WI, U.S.

34

AP Lazer

Sales

800-585-8617

Mason

MI, U.S.

30, 35

X-Edge Products Inc.

Josh Martinez

866-591-9991

Grand Rapids

MI, U.S.

s

Trotec Laser Inc.

Sales

734-927-6300

Plymouth

MI, U.S.

34

Zund America Inc.

Sales

414-433-0700

Oak Creek

WI, U.S.

34

Magnetic Sheeting All Weather Products AW Specialty

Phil Rossi

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

David Korvah

800-282-8379

Mentor

OH, U.S.

30

Newlife Magnetics Inc.

Sales

865-233-3899

Alcoa

TN, U.S.

9, 33

JDS Sign Supply

Dave Haan

855-661-2388

Sioux Falls

SD, U.S.

33

Magnetic-Receptive Media

Continental Grafix USA

Michelle Kempf

704-872-2216

Statesville

NC, U.S.

31

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Phil Rossi

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

DreamScape

Lisa Schultz

973-625-7923

Rockaway

NJ, U.S.

32

Magnets

Infinity Media Company

Russell Nicoletti

708-352-1086

Countryside

IL, U.S.

33

Newlife Magnetics Inc.

Sales

865-233-3899

Alcoa

TN, U.S.

9, 33

Nekoosa

Sales

800-826-4886

Kimberly

WI, U.S.

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.

30

Daniele Gallucci

844-354-8766

Norcross

GA, U.S.

s

s

Fleet Graphics

Foamboards All Weather Products AW Specialty

Management Information Systems

Phil Rossi

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

Alpina Manufacturing LLC

Sales

800-915-2828

Chicago

IL, U.S.

20, 30

Banner Ups

Richard Hatton

800-869-9601

Columbia

IL, U.S.

20, 30

Expolinc Corporation

Maria Castricone

800-319-0025

Marengo

OH, U.S.

s

Media

Xcel Products Inc.

Brian Ebenger

440-409-9421

Champlin

MN, U.S.

34

Athens Paper

Richard Provost

800-888-7901

Nashville

TN, U.S.

Brand Management Group

Rhian Arvidson

941-256-7917

Sarasota

FL, U.S.

s

DreamScape

Lisa Schultz

973-625-7923

Rockaway

NJ, U.S.

32 32

Framing Systems

Aleyant

Graphics

Material Handling Elitron America Inc.

FloorSignage

Jennifer Feucht

614-425-7434

Sunbury

OH, U.S.

s

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

2, 33

Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives

Sales

800-228-2683

Graham

NC, U.S.

Nekoosa

Sales

800-826-4886

Kimberly

WI, U.S.

33

Fisher Textiles

Sharon Roland

704-821-8870

Matthews

NC, U.S.

s

Panel Processing Inc.

Tim Witucki

989-358-4209

Alpena

MI, U.S.

33

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

32

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

2, 33

Richard Hatton

800-869-9601

Columbia

IL, U.S.

20, 30

KPMF USA Inc.

Ryan Scislowicz

248-377-4999

Lake Orion

MI, U.S.

s

Neenah Inc.

Sales

678-566-6500

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

33

Newlife Magnetics Inc.

Sales

865-233-0067

Alcoa

TN, U.S.

9, 33

PRESTOTEX

Kate McKeever

215-244-8927

Bensalem

PA, U.S.

13, 34

Grommetting Banner Ups

Inkjet Condé Systems Inc.

Todd Till

800-826-6332

Mobile

AL, U.S.

15, 31

DTG Connection

Paul Crocker

703-505-3497

Fountain Valley

CA, U.S.

32

Komori America

Sales

847-806-9000

Rolling Meadows

IL, U.S.

s

Inkjet Canvas Aurora Specialty Textiles Group

Jennifer Schane

630-708-5195

Yorkville

IL, U.S.

30

Inkjet Media

Regal Graphics

Sales

800-627-3425

North Kansas City

MO, 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 31

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Ryan Filip

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

Media - “Green”

Big Systems LLC

John Peterman

262-703-9000

Menomonee Falls

WI, U.S.

31

Continental Grafix USA

Michelle Kempf

704-872-2216

Statesville

NC, U.S.

Dotworks

Wade Godfrey

516-625-5000

Port Washington

NY, U.S.

s

Fisher Textiles

Sharon Roland

800-554-8886

Matthews

NC, U.S.

s

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

32

Neenah Inc.

Sales

678-566-6500

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

33

JetComp/Proofing Technologies Ltd.

Troy Edhlund

847-222-7100

Rolling Meadows

IL, U.S.

s

Saint Clair Textiles

Anthony Pappalardo

336-264-1792

Eastanolee

GA, U.S.

s

Photo Tex Group Inc.

Walter Gierlach

330-360-0019

Boardman

OH, U.S.

34

Media - Solvent

Substance Incorporated

Daniel Velez

800-985-9485

Claremont

NC, U.S.

34

JetComp/Proofing Technologies Ltd.

Troy Edhlund

847-222-7100

Rolling Meadows

IL, U.S.

s

TEKRA

Rebecca Fuhrman

800-448-3572

New Berlin

WI, U.S.

s

TVF

Sales

855-618-4500

Carmel

IN, U.S.

34

Digital Dolphin Products

Sales

424-400-7324

Henderson

NV, U.S.

27, 32

Dotworks

Wade Godfrey

516-625-5000

Port Washington

NY, U.S.

s

INX Digital

Sofia Machain

510-346-7202

Schaumburg

IL, U.S.

33

Xcel Products Inc.

Brian Ebenger

440-409-9421

Champlin

MN, U.S.

34

Nutec Digital Ink

Martine Goodchild

07 1611 0880

W. Cape

South Africa

s

Mounting Adhesives

Supply55 Inc.

Chase Pender

734-668-0755

Ann Arbor

MI, U.S.

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

32

Inks

Media - Sublimation

5, 34

Inks - Aqueous-Based

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Outdoor Signage

A.T. Inks

Nitin Goswamy

704-893-0291

Indian Trail

NC, U.S.

s

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

2, 33

KIIAN DIGITAL a brand of JK Group

Sales

+39 031 2074400

Novedrate

Italy

s

Photo Tex Group Inc.

Walter Gierlach

330-360-0019

Boardman

OH, U.S.

34

Nutec Digital Ink

Martine Goodchild

+07 1611 0880

W. Cape

South Africa

s

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Yard Sign Ninjas

Sales

563-334-3777

Bettendorf

IA, U.S.

s

Inks - UV LED s

Papers/Substrates

GA, U.S.

s

3A Composites USA Inc.

Sales

800-626-3365

Davidson

NC, U.S.

30

SC, U.S.

33

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Ryan Filip

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

Brand Management Group

Rhian Arvidson

941-256-7917

Sarasota

FL, U.S.

s

A.T. Inks

Nitin Goswamy

704-893-0291

Indian Trail

NC, U.S.

CET Color

William Davis

817-789-9362

Atlanta

Marabu North America

Sales

888-253-2778

North Charleston

Inks - UV-Curable A.T. Inks

Nitin Goswamy

704-893-0291

Indian Trail

NC, U.S.

s

Lamitech Inc.

Andrew Londergan

781-878-7708

Cranbury

NJ, U.S.

s

Marabu North America

Sales

888-253-2778

North Charleston

SC, U.S.

33

Neenah Inc.

Sales

678-566-6500

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

33

Nutec Digital Ink

Martine Goodchild

+07 1611 0880

W. Cape

South Africa

s

Photo Tex Group Inc.

Walter Gierlach

330-360-0019

Boardman

OH, U.S.

34

Supply55 Inc.

Chase Pender

734-668-0755

Ann Arbor

MI, U.S.

TEKRA

Rebecca Fuhrman

800-448-3572

New Berlin

WI, U.S.

s

Sales

888-287-2355

Orchard Park

NY, U.S.

s

5, 34

Laminates - Film

Plastics

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

David Korvah

800-282-8379

Mentor

OH, U.S.

30

Curbell Plastics Inc.

D&K Group Inc.

Brian Biegel

847-956-0160

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

31

Point of Purchase Displays

GBC SEAL (part of ACCO Brands)

Edwin Ramos

847-796-4851

Lake Zurich

IL, U.S.

32

DIGITECH

Patric Coldewey

210-545-6000

San Antonio

TX, U.S.

9, 32

Graphic Finishing Partners LLC

Rob Acker

800-986-2005

Maryland Heights

MO, U.S.

32

Recrylic

Paul Richardson

612-281-3134

Minneapolis

MN, U.S.

s

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CONTACT

PHONE

CITY

STATE/ COUNTRY

PAGE

Point of Purchase Displays, continued Xcel Products Inc.

CONTACT

PHONE

CITY

STATE/ COUNTRY

Calsak Plastics

Sales

866-441-6622

Irving

TX, U.S.

s

Lamitech Inc.

Andrew Londergan

781-878-7708

Cranbury

NJ, U.S.

s

Sales

800-915-2828

Chicago

IL, U.S.

20, 30

Josh Martinez

866-591-9991

Grand Rapids

MI, U.S.

s

Marc Raad

877-463-4465

N/A

SC, U.S.

34

Marc Raad

877-463-4465

N/A

SC, U.S.

34

Dave Harris

940-703-4014

Bad Nenndorf

Germany

s

30

CATEGORY/COMPANY

Brian Ebenger

440-409-9421

Champlin

MN, U.S.

34

Polycarbonate Rebecca Fuhrman

800-448-3572

New Berlin

WI, U.S.

s

Sign Frame

Sales

800-235-8320

Scranton

PA, U.S.

s

Sign Making Equipment

Christin Park

+82 2 6082 5022

Seoul

Korea

34

Software Development

Athens Paper

Richard Provost

800-888-7901

Nashville

TN, U.S.

s

Systems Integration

Canon Solutions America

Sales

800-714-4427

Melville

NY, U.S.

15, 25, 31

CET Color

William Davis

817-789-9362

Atlanta

GA, U.S.

s

DIGITECH

Patric Coldewey

210-545-6000

San Antonio

TX, U.S.

9, 32

Fluid Color LLC

Mark Crawford

833-FLUIDUV

Hebron

KY, U.S.

32

Vinyl

TEKRA

PP/PVC Panels Vycom Corp.

Alpina Manufacturing LLC

Print On Demand Valloy Incorporation

PAGE

Sign Board, continued

X-Edge Products Inc.

Printers - Flatbed

Significans Automation Significans Automation

Vehicle Templates MR Clipart

LogoJET

Susan Cox

337-445-0200

Lafayette

LA, U.S.

s

ASLAN Selbstklebefolien GmbH

Rene Bourgeois

904-215-1411

Overath

Germany

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

DreamScape

Lisa Schultz

973-625-7923

Rockaway

NJ, U.S.

32

Panel Processing Inc.

Tim Witucki

989-358-4209

Alpena

MI, U.S.

33

FDC Graphic Films Inc.

Laura Reid

574-261-0985

South Bend

IN, U.S.

7, 32

Vanguard Digital Printing Systems

Sales

470-326-3790

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

34

General Formulations

Blake McCleary

616-606-7033

Sparta

MI, U.S.

32

Griff Paper and Film

Alex Phinn

215-428-1075

Fallsington

PA, U.S.

32

Printers - Grand Format > 95 Inches ALL PRINT HEADS

Mike Fernandez

800-616-0584

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

30, 31

TVF

Sales

855-618-4500

Carmel

IN, U.S.

34

DIGITECH

Patric Coldewey

210-545-6000

San Antonio

TX, U.S.

9, 32

Ultraflex Systems

Sales

973-627-8608

Riverview

FL, U.S.

34

Durst Image Technology U.S.

Sydnie Shepland

585-486-0340

Rochester

NY, U.S.

32

Vinyl - Pressure Sensitive

EFI

Lauren Blais

401-523-6188

Londonderry

NH, U.S.

s

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

David Korvah

800-282-8379

Mentor

OH, U.S.

30

EFI Roll-to-Roll Printers

Tomer Ohavi

+972-3-900 2720

Rosh Ha'Ayin

Israel

s

Continental Grafix USA

Michelle Kempf

704-872-2216

Statesville

NC, U.S.

31

Fluid Color LLC

Mark Crawford

833-FLUIDUV

Hebron

KY, U.S.

32

DreamScape

Lisa Schultz

973-625-7923

Rockaway

NJ, U.S.

32

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

FLEXcon Company Inc.

Jodi Sawyer

508-885-8262

Spencer

MA, U.S.

32

swissQprint America Inc.

Erik Norman

224 769 0769

Elgin

IL, U.S.

34

FloorSignage

Micah Causey

855-855-8832

Sunbury

OH, U.S.

s

Vanguard Digital Printing Systems

Sales

470-326-3790

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

34

General Formulations

Blake McCleary

616-606-7033

Sparta

MI, U.S.

32

Griff Paper and Film

Alex Phinn

215-428-1075

Fallsington

PA, U.S.

32

EFI

Lauren Blais

401-523-6188

Londonderry

NH, U.S.

s

JDS Sign Supply

Dave Haan

855-661-2388

Sioux Falls

SD, U.S.

33

Fluid Color LLC

Mark Crawford

833-FLUIDUV

Hebron

KY, U.S.

32

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

2, 33

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

s

Printers - Hybrid

KPMF USA Inc.

Ryan Scislowicz

248-377-4999

Lake Orion

MI, U.S.

Mactac

Sales

866-622-8223

Stow

OH, U.S.

s

s

Nekoosa

Sales

800-826-4886

Kimberly

WI, U.S.

33

Vinyl Cutting Equipment Dirk Moebes

+49 172 5106750

Bad Nenndorf

Germany

s

Wheaton

Printers - Large Format > 24 Inches Athens Paper

Richard Provost

800-888-7901

Nashville

TN, U.S.

Big Systems LLC

John Peterman

262-345-6301

Menomonee Falls

WI, U.S.

31

Canon Solutions America

Sales

800-714-4427

Melville

NY, U.S.

15, 25, 31

MR Clipart

LogoJET

Susan Cox

337-445-0200

Lafayette

LA, U.S.

s

Web to Print

Mimaki USA, Inc.

Sales

912-445-1958

Suwanee

GA, U.S.

33

Aleyant

Therese McGady

800-571-2138

IL, U.S.

30

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

Infigo

Sales

+44 (0)330 460 0071 West Sussex

U.K.

s

Paradigm Imaging Group

Randy Geesman

888-221-7226

Orange

CA, U.S.

s

Wide Format Adams Magnetic Products

Sales

800-222-6686

Elmhurst

IL, U.S.

s

Canon Solutions America

Sales

800-714-4427

Melville

NY, U.S.

15, 25, 31

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Ryan Filip

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

Durst Image Technology U.S.

Sydnie Shepland

585-486-0340

Rochester

NY, U.S.

32

Brand Management Group

Rhian Arvidson

941-256-7917

Sarasota

FL, U.S.

s

EFI Roll-to-Roll Printers

Tomer Ohavi

+972-3-900 2720

Rosh Ha'Ayin

Israel

s

Continental Grafix USA

Michelle Kempf

704-872-2216

Statesville

NC, U.S.

31

Epson America Inc

Sales

800-GO-EPSON

Los Alamitos

CA, U.S.

s

Digital Dolphin Products

Sales

424-400-7324

Henderson

NV, U.S.

27, 32

Mimaki USA, Inc.

Sales

912-445-1958

Suwanee

GA, U.S.

33

FLEXcon Company Inc.

Jodi Sawyer

508-885-8262

Spencer

MA, U.S.

32

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

FloorSignage

Jennifer Feucht

614-425-7434

Sunbury

OH, U.S.

s

Valloy Incorporation

Christin Park

+82 2 6082 5022

Seoul

Korea

34

Griff Paper and Film

Alex Phinn

215-428-1075

Fallsington

PA, U.S.

32

Vanguard Digital Printing Systems

Sales

470-326-3790

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

34

Jessup Manufacturing Company

Mike Richardson

815-307-6826

McHenry

IL, U.S.

2, 33

MUTOH America Inc.

Sales

800-99-MUTOH

Phoenix

AZ, U.S.

33

Printers - Roll-to-Roll

Printers - Textile ALL PRINT HEADS

Jaime Ghisays

800-616-0584

Anaheim

CA, U.S.

30, 31

Neenah Inc.

Sales

678-566-6500

Alpharetta

GA, U.S.

33

DTG Connection

Paul Crocker

703-505-3497

Fountain Valley

CA, U.S.

32

PRESTOTEX

Kate McKeever

215-244-8927

Bensalem

PA, U.S.

13, 34

Epson America Inc

Sales

800-GO-EPSON

Los Alamitos

CA, U.S.

s

Processing Equipment

Southern Lamps

Stefanie Langler

352-624-3026

Ocala

FL, U.S.

s

Vanguard Digital Printing Systems

Sales

470-326-3790

Lawrenceville

GA, U.S.

34

Sales

563-334-3777

Bettendorf

IA, U.S.

s

31

Heraeus Noblelight America LLC

Sales

301-527-2660

Gaithersburg

MD, U.S.

32

Yard Sign Ninjas

X-Edge Products Inc.

Josh Martinez

866-591-9991

Grand Rapids

MI, U.S.

s

Window Graphics - Non-Perforated Continental Grafix USA

Michelle Kempf

704-872-2216

Statesville

NC, U.S.

3A Composites USA Inc.

Sales

800-626-3365

Davidson

NC, U.S.

30

Drytac

Sales

800-280-6013

Sandston

VA, U.S.

s

All Weather Products AW Specialty

Phil Rossi

847-981-0386

Elk Grove Village

IL, U.S.

30

Energy Products Distribution (EPD)

Sales

800-537-3911

Baltimore

MD, U.S.

32

Laminators Incorporated

Garrett Thompson

877-OMEGA-77

Hatfield

PA, U.S.

s

Infinity Media Company

Russell Nicoletti

708-352-1086

Countryside

IL, U.S.

33

Recrylic

Paul Richardson

612-281-3134

Minneapolis

MN, U.S.

s

Lintec of America Inc.

John Coyne

800-806-8977

Schaumburg

IL, U.S.

33

Nekoosa

Sales

800-826-4886

Kimberly

WI, U.S.

33

Photo Tex Group Inc.

Walter Gierlach

330-360-0019

Boardman

OH, U.S.

34

Michelle Kempf

704-872-2216

Statesville

NC, U.S.

31

Rigid Sheets

RIPs Caldera

Sales

612-216-5212

Eckbolsheim

France

5, 31

Onyx Graphics, Inc.

Sales

801-568-9900

Salt Lake City

UT, U.S.

s

SAi

Sales

800-229-9066

Salt Lake City

UT, U.S.

s

Scanners

Window Graphics - Perforated Continental Grafix USA

Workflow

Contex Americas Inc.

Steve Blanken

703-964-9850

Chantilly

VA, U.S.

s

Aleyant

Therese McGady

800-571-2138

Wheaton

IL, U.S.

30

Paradigm Imaging Group

Randy Geesman

888-221-7226

Orange

CA, U.S.

s

Caldera

Sales

612-216-5212

Eckbolsheim

France

5, 31

Color-Logic

Mark Geeves

513-258-0047

West Chester

OH, U.S.

s

Forsstrom High Frequency AB

Annelie Wester

46523666608

Lysekil

Sweden

s

CoreBridge

Sales

703-609-1501

Lehi

UT, U.S.

s

Industrial Heat Sources

Bob Heater

844-862-7880

Lakewood

OH, U.S.

s

Esko

Sales

937-454-1721

Miamisburg

OH, U.S.

s

Infigo

Sales

+44 (0)330 460 0071 West Sussex

U.K.

s

Onyx Graphics, Inc.

Sales

801-568-9900

Salt Lake City

UT, U.S.

s

Zund America Inc.

Sales

414-433-0700

Oak Creek

WI, U.S.

34

Sealing Equipment

Sign Blanks Laminators Incorporated

Garrett Thompson

877-OMEGA-77

Hatfield

PA, U.S.

s

Sign Board Alpina Manufacturing LLC

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Sales

800-915-2828

Chicago

IL, U.S.

20, 30

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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.

A-SUB Sublimation Paper

2 Eu Tong Sen Street #08-164, 059819 Singapore +86 18251477263 • asub.com The core concept of A-SUB is to make do-it-yourself smooth. To realize this concept, it strives to keep products at its newest and best performance. With the enrichment of the product series, A-SUB has gained his own leadership in the local North American market.

Aleyant

122 N. Wheaton #641, Wheaton, IL 60187 U.S. 630-929-0104 • aleyant.com We empower print businesses with software and unmatched support to eliminate costly manual processes and foster profitable growth. Our automation print software reduces manual touches, errors, and production time for your print shop. With it, you can 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. You can use Aleyant software products separately, together, or with over 2,000 third-party applications via direct API or Zapier. Our 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 our clients. Aleyant eDocBuilder, our online design, personalization, and variable data publishing software, enables your customers to create and customize their own 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 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 auto-receive files via your Pressero storefront or 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.

We offer a vast selection of spare parts, inks, and materials for every large format printer out there. See our ad on page 31.

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 bring creative solutions to the printing industry.

We supply a variety substrates for digital, screen, sublimation, and lithography for direct to print and heat transfer applications. Products available from leading brands include Neenah transfer papers, JETCOL sublimation transfer papers, and Forever transfer papers.

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 wide 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. Our 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.

Aurora Specialty Textiles Group

Alpina Manufacturing, LLC

6460 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707 U.S. 800-915-2828 • fastchangeframes.com LED Lightbox, Flip-up (snap), SEG, 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. BBB - A+ rating. NEW: Fabric FlipUp Frames, 28x44 Windspring Outdoor Frame, Acrylic Wall Frame, and Hospital Patient Boards. See our ads on page 20.

AP Lazer

4215 Legion Dr., Mason, MI 48854 U.S. 800-585-8617 • aplazer.com/industry/small-businesses AP Lazer offers creative solutions for businesses who want to grow, diversify, and outpace competitors by bringing intangible emotions to life. We manufacture and support state-of-the-art laser cutting and engraving machines that provide additional business opportunities and increased profits. Our patented, open-architecture design enables our customers to personalize almost anything regardless of weight or size. AP Lazer can do it all! See our ad on page 35.

2705 N. Bridge S., Yorkville, IL 60560 U.S. 800-864-0303 • auroratextile.com Aurora Specialty Textiles Group, Inc. is a U.S. manufacturer, coater, and finisher providing a range of high-quality textiles and canvases for today’s wide format digital printing market. Aurora’s fabrics are compatible with latex, solvent, UV-curable, and dye-sublimation transfer.

Aurora has the capability to produce all fabrics in widths of up to 126 inches. Aurora, being a manufacturer, has the technical knowledge to customize products to best meet your digital printing needs.

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions

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

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. Our 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 graphic (SEG) sign finishing. SEGDesign modular frames are made of strong ABS plastic and have snap-together corners. SEG frames have never been easier to cut, paint, and assemble. See our ad on page 20.

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Big Systems, LLC

N59W14053 Bobolink Ave., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051-5901 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 Epson, Graphtec, HP, Mimaki, Oki, Nexa3D, Scitex, Summa, Xante, XYZ Printing, and other leading manufacturers. We install nationwide, provide training, color management, and complete turnkey systems including workstation, scanner, and RIP workflow. We stock inks, a wide variety of specialty media, and a full complement of supplies.

D&K Group, Inc.

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

DAZIAN

89 Leuning St., Unit D2, S. Hackensack, NJ 07606 U.S. 201-549-1000 • dazian.com Fabric environments are constantly evolving through various influences and expectations. These designs fuel us to grow and curate a versatile collection of print media fabrics. Over the past few years we’ve expanded our line of Celtic fabrics to provide solutions for nearly any application. Celtic Cloth Black Back delivers rich, vibrant images while maintaining a true blackout. Another new addition is our Acrobat MIRA-S, a tension fabric with UV inhibitors and superior colorfastness.

Caldera

1 rue des Freres Lumiere, Eckbolsheim, 67201 France 612-604-4266 • caldera.com 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. See our ad on page 5.

Canon Solutions America

One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747 U.S. 800-714-4427 • csa.canon.com Canon Solutions America provides industry leading enterprise, production, and large format printing solutions, supported by exceptional professional service offerings. Canon Solutions America helps companies of all sizes find ways to improve sustainability, increase efficiency, and control costs in conjunction with high volume, continuous feed, digital and traditional printing, and document management solutions. See our ads on pages 15 and 25.

Condé Systems, Inc.

5600 Commerce Blvd. E., Mobile, AL 36619-9214 U.S. 800-826-6332 • conde.com Condé offers everything needed to get into the personalized photo gift business including sublimation and digital transfer systems, blank imprintable products, production software and supplies, and unmatched technical and educational support. Whether you are a screen printer, sign maker, embroiderer, pad printer, photographer, engraver, artist, or home business entrepreneur, Condé can help expand your current product offerings to include a variety of high-margin gifts and awards. See our ad on page 15.

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Continental Grafix USA, Inc.

1855 Weinig St., Statesville, NC 28677 U.S. 704–872-2216 • cgxusa.com Continental Grafix USA, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of unique, specialty graphics material for interior and exterior wall, window, and floor applications. Our dedication to innovation and quality can be seen in the broadest array of perforated window films on the market, as well as in our exclusive non-perforated window, wall, and floor graphic materials. Unique solutions for demanding applications including retail, events, transit, education, and architectural environments.

Cutworx USA

8101 Tristar Dr., Ste. 110, Irving, TX 75063 U.S. 972-333-4092 • cutworxusa.com Cutworx USA offers a complete line of finishing solutions for all your printing, cutting, laminating, and textile needs. As a leading partner to many global manufacturers, we specialize in solutions for the sign and graphics industry. We have the equipment and expertise for all of your visual communication solutions needs.

Increase your productivity and profitability with high-margin application solutions. #10

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Fluid Color LLC

Digital Dolphin Products

2900 N. Green Valley Pkwy., Ste. 111, Henderson, NV 89014 U.S. 424-400-7324 • ddp.us Digital Dolphin Products (DDP) is a veteran-owned, small business that specializes in ink, toner, and office equipment. DDP continues to maximize this opportunity to grow and strengthen its product offering in the market so it will bring more growth and become the number one provider of ink and toner cartridges in the U.S. DDP brings16 years of its expertise in sales and in customer service to continuously provide quality solutions, excellent service, and the best value to its customers. See our ad on page 27.

Digital Graphic Systems (DGS)

6761 NE 4th Ave., Miami, FL 33138 U.S. 305-628-8345 • dgs-usa.com Manufacturers of BOARDers Rigid Board Finishing System—a full line of profiles and accessories for most half-inch rigid substrates in the market. Best seller item is STANDEE BASES, great for freestanding signs and meter boards. Wholesale distributor of paper-based rigid substrates such as Falconboard, Eco-Board, and Fome-Cor. Unique and creative ideas provider through our new online module BEEngo! Rigid Board Design Library, a Fast Track to Structural Designs. Create-Print-Cut-Specialists. See our ad on page 31.

Durst Image Technology U.S.

50 Methodist Hill Dr., Ste. 100, Rochester, NY 14623 U.S. 888-480-3588 • durstus.com Durst is a world-leading manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies. Based on our independence as a family-owned company with 80 years of history in the print industry, our 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. Learn more about Durst product offerings and discover new business opportunities.

Energy Products Distribution (EPD)

9223 Harford Rd., Baltimore, MD 21234 U.S. 800-537-3911 • epdwindowfilm.com EPD is a master distributor of 3M Glass, Architectural, and Automotive Films and Finishes, including Dusted & Frosted Crystal, Fasara, Dichroic, and DI-NOC. We stock all glass finish patterns and sell in one linear foot increments. We sell DI-NOC in 15-, 30-, 81-, and 162-foot lengths. EPD offers installation training programs on all products we sell.

2610 Arbor Tech Dr., Hebron, KY 41048 U.S. 833-FLUIDUV • fluidcolor.com Fluid Color is an exciting wide format technology company that enjoys a long history of respected, reputable, product sales and service to the digital inkjet wide format market. With decades of experience that our ownership and management have in machine technology and commercial wide format sign and graphics production, Fluid Color is pleased to offer some of the most productive, dependable, highest quality printer technology and product support available.

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, 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.

General Formulations

FDC Graphic Films, Inc.

DIGITECH

2121 Mannix Dr., San Antonio, TX 78217 U.S. 210-545-6000 • digitechusa.com Our TruFIRE Printers are proven to be the most reliable printer on a platform this size. TruCORR - Our TruFire LTX2 Printer with the Colex Sharpcut Flatbed Cutter SXC1732 Conveyor In-Line automation provides a wide range of print-and-cut applications including graphics, point of purchase display, corrugated plastic sheet yard signs, election signs, and cutting and creasing of corrugated boxes. Museum-quality printing with automation of cutting and creasing. TruPLOT was originally designed to support U.S. Military/Defense Aerospace Contractors. What traditionally took eight hours to pen plot is now completed with TruPlot in less than five minutes. Perfect for oversized jobs, manufacturing stencils, or electronic diagrams with precise accuracy and crisp text. Offering solutions to our valued customers and industry, we are proud to be a part of American manufacturing. We make happy customers.

See our ad on page 9.

DreamScape

40 Vanderhoof Ave., Rockaway, NJ 07866 U.S. 973-625-7923 • dreamscapewalls.com DreamScape, a division of Roysons Corporation, is a leading manufacturer of textured digitally printable/special effect wallcoverings and protective topcoats. With over 40 years of experience in the wallpaper industry, DreamScape offers the largest selection of high-quality certified, Class A commercial grade vinyl and PVC-free wallcoverings for residential and commercial applications. Available in rolls for solvent, eco-solvent, UV-curable, and latex printers.

Ask about our FLOOR+WALL WRAPS!

DTG Connection

16560 Harbor Blvd., Unit C/D, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 U.S. 888-833-4484 • dtgconnection.com DTG Connection offers a wide range of direct-to-garment and direct-to-film printing options, including top-of-the-line equipment, inks, and accessories. Our 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.

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3820 William Richardson Dr., South Bend, IN 46628 U.S. 800-634-7523 • fdcfilms.com FDC Graphic Films, Inc. is a master converter and distributor of sign vinyl films, digital media, overlaminates, banner, and heat transfer films in the sign and graphics industry since 1988. We market and convert top-performing products from reliable brands such as 3M, Lumina by FDC, ASLAN, and Nekoosa exclusively through distribution channels. FDC is family-owned and operated with warehouses and converting facilities in both South Bend, IN and Reno, NV. We sell products exclusively through distributor sales channels, quickly, in any size or quantity, with no upcharges, and without a minimum order requirement. Our customer promise to you, “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.” See our ad on page 7.

309 S. Union, Sparta, MI 49345 U.S. 616-887-7387 • generalformulations.com Headquartered in Sparta, MI since 1953, General Formulations is a family-owned, global manufacturer of pressure-sensitive media.

General Formulations offers a cross platform portfolio of products for wide format digital, narrow format digital, screen print, and offset print technologies and is backed by experienced technical, research and development, and highly knowledgeable sales teams.

Graphic Finishing Partners, LLC

PO 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. We are 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.

Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives

910 E. Elm St., Graham, NC 27253 U.S. 800-228-2683 • selfadhesives.fedrigoni.com Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives provides pressure-sensitive materials for both the digital and flexographic print markets including digital label material, large format, floor graphics, and fleet wraps. Our extensive digital label portfolio offers paper and film stocks, including FSC certified papers, for UV inkjet, dye, pigment, laser, and HP print technologies. Materials are available in roll and sheet formats.

Customized solutions can also be developed based on your specific application needs.

FLEXcon Company, Inc.

1 Industrial Park, Spencer, MA 01506 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. FLEXcon is a trusted partner to a range of companies, from printers and fabricators to engineers and designers, developing products for existing and emerging markets.

Headquartered in Spencer, MA, the company has operations throughout North America and Europe with distribution worldwide.

Griff Paper and Film

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 the craft, sign, floor graphic, tape, and privacy film markets. Create innovative products with our eco-friendly materials. We produce a wide range of vinyl including rainbow, oil slick, glitter, and holographic.

Our films have excellent wrapping abilities for long-lasting, bubble-free applications. Griff’s printed products are perfect for eye-catching displays on windows and floors.

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. Our 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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Infinity Media Company

5350 E. Ave., Countryside, IL 60525 U.S. 708-352-1086 • inmediaco.com Infinity Media offers specialty medias that are second to none in the industry today. We focus on high-quality products and provide ultimate customer service. With GlassApeel, FloorAppeal, and the newly introduced Veilish line, we have established ourselves in the industry as one of the leading companies to bring quality specialty products to you. We cover walls, windows, and floors. Check us out and see how our products can enhance your business.

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. Our product line includes MaraJet digital printing inks, UltraJet UV-curable inks, ClearShield water-based coatings, the StarLam Liquid Laminator, and Marashield UV-curable coatings. Our success is built on not just our high-quality products but our ability to work with our customers to offer tailor-made solutions to their printing and coating needs.

Nekoosa

740 Ford St., Kimberly, WI 54136 U.S. 800-826-4886 • nekoosa.com Nekoosa is a premier manufacturer of specialty print media.

We’ve acquired well-known brands like Catalina Graphic Films, CET Films, ClingZ, Mojave Digital Media, NCR Paper, and RTape.

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.

Mimaki USA, Inc.

INX Digital

150 N. Martingale, Ste. 700, Schaumburg, IL 60173 U.S. 630-382-1800 • inxinternational.com Welcome to INX Digital, delivering technologies that drive digital growth all over the world. Integrate digital technology into your existing operation or expand and improve your current digital capabilities with INX Digital. Combining the ink formulating expertise of INX with leading EVOLVE, PRODIGY, and TRIANGLE brands makes INX Digital an unequaled source for products, technologies, systems, consultation, and services to help you reach new levels of digital production excellence. We offer services and manufacturing with our operations located in China, Europe, and the U.S.

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, Banner Ups, General Formulations, Gemini, Kota Pro, Magnum Magnetics, Plasticade, and RTape. 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, stand-offs, corrugated plastic sheets, tapes, frames, portable sign frames and posts, and heat transfer film and equipment.

Jessup Manufacturing Company

150-A Satellite Blvd. NE, Suwanee, GA 30024 U.S. 912-445-1958 • 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.

MUTOH America, Inc.

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

Neenah, Inc.

3460 Preston Ridge Rd., Ste. 600, Alpharetta, GA 30005 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. Neenah stays committed to sustainable production by implementing responsible fiber sourcing standards, conservation efforts, and focusing on product recyclability. See our ad on page 33.

Newlife Magnetics Inc.

3440 Northbend Cir., Ste. A, Bld. 6, Alcoa, TN 37701 U.S. 865-233-3899 • newlifemagnetics.com The world’s largest flexible magnet and print media manufacturer specializing in wide format magnetic media. We are the world’s first and only manufacturer of printable magnet sheeting up to 60 inches wide. Our new Platinum line of magnet-receptive print media offers the highest quality, best print results, and lowest price in the market. Our award-winning Cling King Spider Mat is becoming the industry standard for counter top displays and graphics. We stock large quantities of inventory in our TN warehouse ready for same-day shipping. We can sheet custom sheets from our stock upon request. Our quality is always guaranteed! See our ad on page 19.

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, we can punch, cut, paint, laminate, and machine a multitude of wood substrates to create our digital print media, chalkboard, markerboard, slatwall, laminated panels, pegboard, and pegboard skinz that can be found in store fixtures, schools, and RTA furniture. Our flat panels, slatwall, chalkboard, pegboard, and markerboard can receive our digital print media creating an excellent surface for high-quality digital or screen printing.

2815 W. Rte. 120, McHenry, IL 60051 U.S. 815-385-6650 • jessupmfg.com 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. Our 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 our range of top-quality brands, including Asphalt Art, TexWalk, CatWalk, GloBrite, SideWalk, TenaciousTac, Smooth-NGroove, and ARMORLam. Discover the ultimate solution for impactful branding with Jessup graphics media. See our ad on page 2.

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. We specialize in optically clear frosted and textured films for display point of purchase and window graphics. Please check out our newest product offerings that include an 80 percent recycled content, optically clear, UV inkjet printable polyester window graphic material. We also feature a new polyester-based matte overlaminate, which is impervious to spray paint. It is also scratch resistant and provides great protection to spray painted graffiti. #13

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VALLOY Incorporation

Photo Tex Group Inc.

4030 Simon Rd., Boardman, OH 44512 U.S. 330-360-0019 • phototexgroup.com Photo Tex Group Inc., a 2023 Top 50 company, is the exclusive distributor for the patented Photo Tex polyester self-adhesive removable inkjet fabric. Easy installs for your walls, windows, doors, and floors. We certainly have a version to fit your printer and your purpose for both short- or long-term use! You can remove safely at anytime. Please visit us at phototexgroup.com and get a close look at how our material can work on your next install.

Supply55, Inc.

PO 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 decoration, 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.

Rm 1017, DaeMyung Valeon, 127 Beobwon-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05836 Korea +82-2-6082-5022 • valloy.com Korean venture, VALLOY is a global digital printing solution company. BIZPRESS13R is a Xerox engine based roll label press and DUOBLADE WX is a fully automatic blade-driven roll-to-roll digital label finisher. DUOBLADE WX II has eight cutting heads to catch up with the speed of laser cutters, showing clean cutting edges without dust nor scratches. DUOBLADE FX is an intelligent sheetfed sticker cutter, which produces various kiss cut and full cut outputs in and unmanned way.

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 perfect 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- and 17-mil, are perfect for hiding wall imperfections. See our ad on page 13.

Serge Ferrari and Verseidag

504 Hillsboro Technology Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 U.S. 954-942-3600 • sergeferrari.com/us-en 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 of 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. We tailor 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 AI 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. We offer a wide variety of full-color, high-quality printed products all produced in 24 hours. $10 Overnight Anywhere shipping is available on all products. Signs365…We are only trade only! See our ad on page 36.

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. We’re on a mission to advance material science and enhance the customer experience.

Summa

100 Cummings Center, Beverly, MA 01915 U.S. 978-522-4765 • summa.com Summa is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-end vinyl and contour cutters, finishing flatbed cutters, and laser cutters.

The company maintains a clear objective, to develop cutting-edge solutions that boost productivity and eliminate complexity in cutting.

Enabling businesses, whether they are large or smaller, to finish their applications to the highest standards and improve their margins.

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swissQprint America, Inc.

2521 Technology Dr., Ste. 210, Elgin, IL 60124 U.S. 224-802-2770 • 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. 866-226-8505 • troteclaser.com/en-us Trotec Laser is a leading international provider of advanced, high-speed laser equipment for cutting, engraving, and industrial marking. Trotec was originally founded in Wels, Austria in 1997 and established in the U.S. in MS in 2002. Now headquartered in Plymouth, MI, the U.S. business has grown to ten times its original size, with a growing number of support facilities located throughout the U.S.

TVF

401 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, IN 46032 U.S. 855-618-4500 • tvfinc.com TVF is a leading international supplier of print media, apparel, and home furnishings textiles to the digital printing community.

With nearly 50 years of success in the textile industry, TVF offers a complete line of polyester and cotton textiles engineered for digital printing. TVF provides solutions for dye-sublimation, latex, direct disperse, UV, and digital pigment printing for the soft signage, apparel, and home furnishings markets. Known for digital textile expertise and the best service in the industry, TVF customers enjoy fabrics with outstanding performance and exceptional print characteristics. Request a sample today.

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. Our ever-expanding media portfolio includes front lit, backlit, blockout, mesh, textiles, and flooring, ranging from 30 to 198 inches for solvent, eco-solvent, latex, UV, screen, and dye-sublimation printing. Our comprehensive inventory helps businesses create show-stopping soft signage, banners, floor and wall coverings, and trade show graphics. With over 500,000 square feet of global stock holding space, we offer the world’s most comprehensive inventory across our product lines. We service Canada, Latin America, and the U.S. through five North American warehouses and an impressive 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.

Vanguard Digital Printing Systems A Durst Group Company

2410 Tech Center Pkwy., Ste. 125, Lawrenceville, GA 30043 U.S. 470-326-3790 • vanguarddigital.com Vanguard Digital is the leading manufacturer of UV LED flatbed, rollto-roll, and hybrid printers supporting the sign and display, packaging, and wood decorating markets. Vanguard Digital Printing Systems’ 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.

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems

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

VTX Tools

3700 N. Fratney St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 USA 414-939-3277 • vtxtools.com VTX Tools provides high-quality carbide tooling and conveyor belts for the flatbed digital cutting space. We supply a variety of bits, blades, and belts to keep your digital finishing system running at peek performance or as we like to say “rocket fuel for your cutting table!”

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, blockout paper, and a recently launched PVC-free line. 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 spec or custom design through our in-house engineering team and Solidworks software system.

Zund America, Inc.

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