Gerber Scientific Products, a worldwide leader in sign making and specialty graphics systems, introduces 3M Laminating Adhesive 467MP, available in two thicknesses, 2.3 mils thick (467MP) and 5.2 mils thick (468MP). Gerber is offering these laminating adhesives in response to customer feedback and requests from its Roadshow program. Both products are available in twelve-inch-width,...
SGIA recently released “How to Sell Large-Format Printing to Retail,” the new book by Peter Ebner, an industry-recognized author, speaker, and marketing consultant, as part of SGIA’s effort to help specialty imagers access the retail market. Retail sales have improved throughout the year, and this has helped many graphic producers increase their production levels. This...
In recognition of his substantial contributions to the graphics arts community, Steve Urmano has been elected to serve a three-year term on the new SGIA Board of Directors. As one of the new directors at SGIA, Steve Urmano is on a mission to help print providers stretch their creative muscles to capture lucrative and growing segments of the digital...
Decorah, Iowa—A recognition ceremony was held recently for Gemini Incorporated’s manufacturing facilities in Decorah, Iowa to present employees with OSHA’s Safety and Health Recognition Program (SHARP) Award. A world leader in the manufacture of letters, logos and plaques for the sign industry, Gemini was re-certified for SHARP status on September 2, 2010 by Iowa Occupational...
Ottawa, Ontario—Corel has announced the newest edition of the company’s technical graphics software, Corel DESIGNER Technical Suite X5. Designed for technical illustrators and technical graphic users alike, this new version contains key enhancements to precision tools, extended 3D visualization capabilities, new format support for enterprise standards such as WebCGM 2 and S1000D, and, for the first time, the renowned...
Torrance, California—In fulfilling its mission of aggregating products and services that reduce energy expenses for its customers, Mukherji Energy Management Associates considers using state-of-the-art, energy-efficient LEDs a no-brainer. So the Southern California consulting firm was not surprised with the energy cost savings it observed at a small-scale beta site in a large homeowners’ maintenance corporation—population 24,000—located...
Jim HingstTo many of his peers in the sign industry, Sal Cabrera has earned the well-deserved reputation as the “Gorilla Glue Guy.” Over the years, Cabrera has innovated new applications and perfected new procedures for Gorilla Glue gilding. Instead of using traditional size, he uses curing Gorilla Glue as his adherent, applying the gold leaf directly to the tacky...
Bruce AmaroSteel and aluminum sign cabinets—or “cans” or “box signs,” as some builders call them—are to the sign industry what the wheel is to Detroit. They are standard fare that looks simple but that are actually compiled from a myriad of specs, each with a different application. And like wheels, sizes of sign cabinets vary in all three dimensions:...
Jeff WootenAlthough vinyl is an important consideration, it’s really the art that’s the driving force behind vehicle wraps and what consumers notice. Because of this, shops should realize that the wrapping process starts at the design stage. “When a client wants to know ‘what it could look like’ and ‘what can you show me,’ the work starts right then,”...
Mike Antoniak When there’s renovation or construction of a sports arena or stadium anywhere within reach of Lawrence, Kansas, Star Signs LLC plays its role as a “major league” contender for the sign business: interior and exterior signs, architectural elements, environmental and display graphics, custom fabrication, and installations. “We have the experience that enables us to bring confidence to...
