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rotec has expanded its portfolio with the launch of the E340, a professional grade
laser cutter with an attractive entry level price point.
The E Line provides customers with an accessible starting point while offering room to grow, and offers key technologies, including Ruby Essential, OptiMotion, smart connected electronics, and the Run on Ruby touch panel as standard.
Further capabilities such as Vision Print & Cut and Rotary Attachment allow users
to expand functionality as production demands increase.
OptiMotion helps deliver smooth edges and clean contours, while Ruby Essential keeps job handling efficient. When combined with the optional Vision Print & Cut system, printed graphics align accurately with the cutting path – ideal for signage and display work. The E340 supports a wide range of materials, including acrylics, wood, textiles, paper, cardboard, leather, plastics, and more.
This versatility allows users to cover
Contra Vision announces launch of new website
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Astley welcomes Harlow Green pupils for sign making experience
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tudents of Harlow Green Primary School were treated to an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Gateshead sign maker Astley as part of a competition prize. The visit followed the school’s second collaborative design competition, which challenged pupils to create graphics for nine themed play zones, including the Reading Gazebo, Construction Zone and Traditional Sports area. Winning entries, selected by Astley’s
Board, will now be professionally manufactured and installed around the school.
During the visit, students explored Astley’s production facility, took part in
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Students of Harlow Green Primary School visiting Astley
interactive activities and learned about careers within the sign industry. Astley managing director, James Mavi
said: “It was another incredibly difficult decision for the Board, as we received so many fantastic entries from talented students across all year groups. “Our team thoroughly enjoyed
reviewing the designs and welcoming the students to our facility, giving them an insight into what we do and the range of careers available within our industry.” Assistant head, Leighanne Softley, said:
“We are delighted that the competition winners had such a fantastic visit to Astley – the children have not stopped talking about it since.”
ontra Vision has announced the launch of its newly redesigned website,
Contravision.com,
marking a significant step forward in the company’s plans to amplify the brand. The new site offers customers a cleaner design, improved structure, and a more intuitive user journey. The refreshed website introduces a simplified layout and a more strategic presentation of content, making it easier for visitors to explore Contra Vision’s products, applications, and expertise. Finally, it also offers a more improved mobile experience it also aims to provide a more seamless experience across all devices. Debbie Harrington, head of marketing at Contra Vision, said: “Our goal was to create a website that embodies the Contra Vision brand positioning, strengthens our digital presence, and ensures visitors can quickly find the information they need. This is a key project in our marketing roadmap, and will be a central platform in our activities going forward, supporting the longer- term goal of being the leading authority in one- way vision window film.”
Contra Vision has launched its new website
www.signupdate.co.uk Trotec E Line laser cutter
diverse production needs with one dependable system, whether they are producing display elements, educational components, or custom products.
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