| Vol. 7, No. 11 | June 8, 2012 |
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This Month’s SBI Trivia Question Stumper:
In June’s How-To, “Banderoles!” Peter Perszyk explains how a shop can add flourish to its sign designs with the narrow, flag-like banderole. Time for a vocabulary test! What does banderole mean in French?
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In our June 2012 issue, Jim Hingst discusses the process of reverse painting in the How-To “Reverse Painting on Glass.” Get even more in-depth on this topic with an online-exclusive article with additional information on mediums, driers, thinners, and turpentine. |
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The ISA has once again arranged a congressman visit at a sign shop. Read on to find out who visited Southwest Signs, and what he learned from the experience.
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Need help choosing the best printer? Océ has published the guide “Choosing the Right UV Flatbed Printer.” Find out what the guide covers and how you can get a copy.
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Maggie Harlow of Louisville, Kentucky recently met with Obama administration officials to discuss a number of topics. Find out what happened during the meeting.
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Go back to school with the new MaxLite Lighting and Technology University. Click here to find out what’s on the syllabus.
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Check in here for the latest appointments, hires, and agreements from companies like Clear Focus and Top Value Fabrics.
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JUNE
June 8-9: 2012 SEGD Conference, the only international conference focused on communication design in the build environment, will be taking place in New York City/Brooklyn. For more information, go to www.segd.org.
JULY
July 26-28: The Mid South Sign Association (MSSA) Convention & Trade Show is scheduled to take place at the Riverview Plaza Hotel in Mobile, Alabama. For further details, click on the “Calendar of Events” link at www.midsouthsign.org.
SEPTEMBER
September 5-6: Key technology suppliers in the inkjet industry will convene in Rosemont (Chicago), Illinois at the Rosemont Hyatt for IMI’s Ink Jet Technology Showcase. This event is open to anyone who wants to learn more about inkjet technology and its growing applications. For additional information, online registration, and a downloadable preliminary brochure, visit www.imiconf.com.
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This Month’s Trivia Answer:
Banderole is French for “little banner.” You can read Perszyk’s how-to column on banderoles here.
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A sampling of the most interesting signage news from around the Web.
A tale of a missing banner found–but in an unexpected form. (Belltown Local)
Your fast food order just went 3D.
(Market Watch)
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For in-depth coverage of these topics and other sign industry topics, check out
ATTENTION SUBSCRIBERS:
Coming up in the July Readership Survey 2012 issue of Sign Builder Illustrated, feature articles on:
Vinyl Application Fluid
Awning Fabrics/Materials
CNC Router Fabrication
Outdoor Digital Printing
Border Lighting LED Modules/Tubes
Monument Installation
Vehicle Graphics Projects
ATTENTION ADVERTISERS and SUBSCRIBERS:
Coming up in the August 2012 issue of Sign Builder Illustrated, feature articles on:
SBI’s 25th Anniversary Supplement
Engraver Projects
Magnet Decoration
Sign Blank Fabrication
Video Display Installation
Vinyl Tools
Contact your ad sales representative to reserve your space today.
As the premier e-newsletter for the sign industry, SBI Update encourages readers to send feedback on what you like, what you’d like to see, and any other comments you might have. To do so, send an e-mail to Associate Editor Ashley Bray at [email protected].
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Mimaki’s NEW JV400LX Series – Latex Unleashed
Mimaki’s new JV400LX Series of wide-format latex printers brings you boundless printing freedom by utilizing the latest in low-VOC latex ink technology. The JV400 features white ink, a first, and lower operating temperatures for increased media choices and applications. Longer lasting piezo heads output at a fast 194 sq ft/hr. The JV400LX is available in 53-inch and 63-inch printing widths and is ideal for outdoor signage, vehicle graphics, exhibition & event signage, retail POP, and interior décor applications. Click here to learn more.
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Want to learn more about ADA/Wayfinding? Check out the ADA/Wayfinding Channel on our Web site dedicated to the topic for the latest news, how-to stories, and more!
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