Propelled Brands, a leading, multi-brand franchisor of FASTSIGNS®, MY SALON Suite®, Camp Bow Wow®, and NerdsToGo®, announces its speakers and honoree at the 64th Annual IFA (International Franchise Association) Convention in Phoenix, Arizona, February 17-20.
Catherine Monson, CEO of Propelled Brands and Past Chair of the IFA, will be receiving the IFA Hall of Fame Award during the Opening General...
PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, Brand Chain, the essential community for the brand solutions supply chain, and the Print Education & Research Foundation (PERF), an organization dedicated to providing research and education for the printing industry, have announced their respective Boards have signaled their intent to effect a merger...
As the signage industry begins to adopt Industry 4.0 technologies (AI, loT, and digital tools), it’s essential to understand some manufacturing jargon that may be unfamiliar. While these concepts may seem daunting, they are crucial for the long-term success of your business.
So let’s dive in and learn about Overall Equipment Effectiveness!
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is a metric used to...
This past December, the animated film Migration, by Illumination and distributed by Universal Pictures, proved a hit during its run in movie theaters. Not only was word of mouth strong on this comedic adventure following a family of ducks but so too was its marketing.
For example, Spectrum Media Group, a leading provider of OOH (Out-of-Home) large format vinyl wraps,...
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is a metric used to measure the effectiveness of manufacturing processes or individual equipment. It considers three factors: Availability (actual production time vs. planned); Performance (equipment performance vs. maximum potential); and Quality (production rate of “good count” products).
The OEE is calculated by multiplying scores of these three factors, resulting in a percentage value that indicates...
General Formulations is thrilled to announce the launch of their new and improved, rebranded website: www.generalformulations.com. The new site marks a significant milestone in the company's 70-year history and offers an enhanced user experience, providing easier access to a wide array of products and resources.
The new website features several key enhancements, including:
Improved Product Navigation: Streamlined browsing experience to...
As the seasons change and we move through the winter, we are all taking steps to ensure we are ready for the cold and wet weather. This might be something as simple as putting on more layers when out and about or making sure the pressure on your car tires is at the right level.
Failure to prepare for winter...
Red Raiders football and baseball fans in Lubbock, Texas, have a new reason to cheer as Daktronics (NASDAQ-DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, has partnered with Texas Tech University to design, manufacture, and install nine new LED displays and a custom “Double T” logo-shaped scoreboard for Jones AT&T Stadium and Dan Law Field at Rip Griffin Park.
The installation will be...
The University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), a public university just north of Oklahoma City, upgraded the large format digital signage at Chad Richison Stadium using LED video technology from SNA Displays. The stadium is home to the UCO Bronchos’ NCAA Division II football team and seats 12,000 spectators.
Owner's representative and technology consultant Anthony James Partners (AJP) provided comprehensive design,...
Minuteman Press International has been awarded the 2024 #1 printing and marketing franchise ranking by Entrepreneur Magazine. The Minuteman Press franchise team has now achieved this #1 rating for an impressive 33 years and 21 years in a row.
Nick Titus, president of Minuteman Press International, says, “2023 was an incredible year for Minuteman Press International as we celebrated 50...
