Since installing a new flatbed inkjet printer and flatbed cutting system, the Cajon Valley Union…
Dan Marx
At last year’s PRINTING United Expo, Durst announced that Nashville, Tennessee-based Big Visual Group had purchased a P5-TEX iSUB direct dye-sublimation printer. While the purchase and the technology are interesting, what is perhaps more interesting is the thinking and strategy behind Big Visual Group’s decision.
This week's Wide-Format Weekly informs about the FTC's recent non-compete ban, exposes the power of pop-ups, celebrates a milestone for Durst software, shares new offerings from The Alliance's iLEARNING+, touts WFI's revised guide, and keeps key industry events "top of mind."
As the drive toward the use of wide-format printing for décor applications, either for branding purposes or to produce decorative elements, continues to grow, a new printing concept – vertical printing – is enabling printing onto vertical surfaces.
Adriane Harrison, vice president of HR consulting at PRINTING United Alliance, discusses the recent Federal Trade Commission ruling banning the use of non-compete agreements for many positions.
The Guide’s wealth of information puts the power of comparison into the hands of companies seeking to purchase their first, or next, wide-format printing device. Further, it allows them to drill down into the information to create a list of key devices to investigate.
In a recent update, the PRINTING United Alliance professionals associated with the organization’s iLEARNING+ training platform, which is currently used by more than 4,000 people in over 35 countries, described the growing success of the platform and its industry value. They also highlighted new and updated modules that will continue the platform’s strong growth trajectory.
As the wide-format segment evolves, and particularly as the printing devices wide-format producers use have become more robust, the needs of wide-format PSPs have changed. They want different things from their vendor relationships.
The annual Wide-format Summit, presented by Wide-format Impressions and PRINTING United Alliance, provides a unique experience for wide-format businesses seeking to grow or expand. Summit co-chairs Denise Gustavson and Dan Marx discuss the event, which is being held July 29-31 in Miami.
This episode of Wide-Format Weekly highlights training and certification opportunities, summarizes the recent Sign Expo, previews two essential wide-format industry events, provides tips on selecting cutting systems, and recognizes Earth Day (April 22).
Mark Subers, president, events at PRINTING United Alliance, previews the 2024 PRINTING United Expo, which is taking place September 10-12 in Las Vegas.
Kristen Lanzarone, owner of WrapStar Pro, discusses the value of, and opportunities for, training for applied graphics, including her recently-launched WrapStar University. Training, she says, is not just a benefit for installers. Further, Lanzarone discusses her experiences in testing and using new, non-PVC vehicle wrapping films.
While labor is “top of mind” for many PSPs, a strong focus on profitability is perhaps an even stronger focus for long-term success.
Sign Expo presented a marketplace of equipment and ideas for sign producers, decorators, and entrepreneurs.
Ray Weiss, vice president – e-learning and certifications at PRINTING United Alliance, describes the wide range of training and certification the Alliance has created for the industry.
