ONYX Graphics, Inc., has announced that its software packages are compatible with a recently released metallic ink swatch book. The ReferenceGuide - Metallic Edition was developed by Color Concepts Europe and is currently compatible only with ONYX® Thrive™ print workflow software; and ONYX ProductionHouse™, ONYX PosterShop®, and ONYX RIPCenter™ RIP Software. Color Concepts Europe promotes its ReferenceGuide as a...
Sign Builder Illustrated contributor Jim Hingst writes: “From time to time, application tape will tear when you least expect it. When this happens the graphics can be trashed. “Frustrated sign makers want to know the cause of these mishaps. There’s no one single answer why this happens. Application tape can tear when it is unwound for a...
Lowen Corporation is proud to announce it is now certified as an ISO 9001:2008, Quality Management Systems compliant organization. This certification is accredited by ABS Quality Evaluations, Inc. ISO 9000 is a family of standards related to quality management systems and designed to help organizations ensure that they meet the needs of customers, shareholders, and employees. The certification of...
Mark Gallucci, Agfa Graphics' resident workflow automation expert, will be offering attendees his expertise by taking part in a vendor panel at the 2013 Automation Solutions Network (ASN) meeting called "Successful Implementation of JDF and Automation" on Friday, May 3rd from 1:15-2:30 pm. The spring 2013 ASN meeting is being held at the Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas. The panel...
GSG recently added a new product from SloanLED®, low-profile flexible strip lighting that is designed for illuminating routed acrylic block letters, shallow channel letters, and back-lit halo letters. BendLUX LED strips are snapable every 1.7 inches with jumpers for easy flat bends and connections. These slim, versatile strips are easy to install in the contours of narrow or shallow...
Pentagram partner Natasha Jen, whose graphic design work is noted for crossing the boundaries of media, discipline, and culture, will be a featured speaker at the 2013 SEGD Conference, Above the Fog, June 6-8 in San Francisco. Jen defines her work by context, not medium. Whether she is designing pixelated type for an exhibition on augmented reality, animations for...
DreamScape, a leading manufacturer of inkjet printable media for commercial and residential wallcoverings and murals, is pleased to announce an exclusive sales representation agreement with Elementum Partnership Alliance, a sustainable brands marketing group. DreamScape and Elementum have joined forces to promote the use of DreamScape Terralon, an eco-friendly, non-pvc printable wallcovering. Elementum Partnership Alliance was formed as a sales...
On April 25th and 26th, Biesse America officially opened its West Coast Showroom and Service Center. Over 75 attendees visited the new showroom for machine demonstrations on a wide range of applications, including nested based cabinet manufacturing, machining of plastics and composites, and the fabricating and milling of wood panels. In addition, several industry partners were on hand to...
With its rich architectural heritage, Chicago takes skyscrapers seriously. So when a glassy, forty-story Helmut Jahn-designed tower built in 1980 underwent rebranding to attract new tenants, the end-result had to be worthy of distinction. A revitalization of the building’s lobby and street-level exterior called for enhancing the artistic nature of the structure. In keeping with that intent, Plexineon White...
