Industry News NEWS IN BRIEF
l Trade fairs drupa and PRINTING United Expo have announced a closer working relationship to advance the print industry. drupa will next take place in 2028, while PRINTING United Expo will take place in Las Vegas from September 10 to 12. Read our review of drupa 2024 on pages 36 and 37. l Planning, pricing, and ordering flat- cut sign letters has become much easier thanks to Sign Trade Supplies’ new, easy-to-use calculator. Sign makers can now instantly get a price and order sign lettering online, eliminating the need to send in artwork and wait for a quote. l Dorotape UK has expanded its LoopPET range of digital print films and laminates made from post- consumer recycled polyester (rPET). ASLAN Ultratack DRP07 is made using 30% rPET. l Drytac has launched Paper Fleece Smooth, which is designed to meet the growing demand for high- quality, eco-friendly interior décor solutions. It is PVC-free making it a sustainable option for stunning custom wallcoverings in settings such as homes, retail stores, hotels and offices. l Firstlite LED Systems has introduced Mini RGB (red, green, blue) LED modules. These compact modules are designed for applications where space is limited or narrow stroke widths are required. l The new Easy Cut Studio 6 is packed with a variety of time-saving tools and enhanced rhinestone features. It is available globally. l SA International has launched Flexi Complete, a comprehensive and fully-updated version of its industry-acclaimed Flexi sign making software. It comprises a host of new and convenient features, engineered specifically to address the day-to-day requirements of sign and display users. l Moss has launched an easy-to- install, transportable rental banner system designed to transform event spaces efficiently, cost-effectively and sustainably.
£1 million expansion sees CIM Signs & Graphics double in size
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orfolk print firm, CIM Signs & Graphics is doubling its operation after investing over £1 million in a new expansion to its workspace and equipment. The investment has been directed towards doubling the size of its premises and installing state-of-the-art equipment.
Managing director at CIM Signs, Mark Baker, said: “We’ve been planning this expansion for quite some time now and we’re thrilled to have officially moved in. The new space has allowed us to reconfigure the whole building providing us with spaces for key areas such as van wrapping and wide format printing.”
Additionally, in February, the company added the Kongsberg C64 Edge to its technological arsenal. The firm is also
Managing director, Mark Baker, and senior team manager, Tony Burch, of CIM Signs & Graphics
pairing the Kongsberg C64 Edge with its swissQprint Nyala 4.
Mr Baker added: “Our investment in the Kongsberg C64 Edge is not merely about acquiring cutting-edge technology; it’s a commitment to enhancing our service. The speed and precision offered by the C64 Edge contribute to reduced lead times, ensuring a seamless experience for our clients.”
The Ultima Displays Customer Experience Centre is now open for visits
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ltima Displays’ new Customer Experience Centre is now fully open for visitors.
The new centre is designed to give visitors an immersive firsthand, in-person feel of the company’s latest creative display solutions, including Vector, FASTFRAME, Illuminova, and Modulate. Visitors go on a journey through a series of realistic environments. They walk through a range of scenes, including a high street, retail stores, a tube station and an exhibition hall showcasing a wide
array of stand designs.
Andrew Cushing, Ultima Displays’ group marketing director, said: “This is a product display like no other. While we have brochures, videos, and website content to showcase our products, the best way to understand what they can do is to see them is in real life – and this is the closest you can get. We have recreated a range of popular applications and scenarios to provide a unique and immersive physical and visual experience. “Our products create a magical Willy Wonka-like atmosphere, with stunningly realistic printed floors, doors and surfaces. Our latest innovations are featured alongside our popular heritage products, including street signage and flags.”
Ultima Displays has recreated a range of realistic application scenarios using its products
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The centre’s launch is part of Ultima Displays’ celebration of 25 years in business. Ultima Displays plans to run regular open days and host customer visits throughout the year.
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