Creative World

Creative World January, 1998


Voxpopuli offers a full range of stock frames and brochure holders manufactured in acrylic, PETG and styrene. The frames are designed for counter top, slatwall and gridwall displays. The company can also custom manufacture frames and brochure holders in different sizes. For more information, contact Voxpopuli, 2880 N. Berkeley Lake Road, Duluth, GA 30096, (Tel) 888-923-5337, 770-476-5112, (Fax) 770-476-8896.


Warwick Products produces bulk food bins and displays. Single door bins and double door bins are ideal for displaying coffee, candy and other bulk foods. Mix and match bins to tailor a program for any bulk food department. Displays are easily produced to hold bins and merchandise products. For more information, contact Warwick Products, 7909 Old Rockside Road, Cleveland, OH 44131; (Tel) 800-535-4404, 216-524-4404, (Fax) 216-524-4439.


American Lighting, Inc. has a wide selection of voice/sound modules to fit an application including 1-120 second messages; push button or motion activated; record and play or play only; battery or DC adapter. For more information, contact American Lighting, Inc., 50 S. Havana Street, Aurora, CO 80012; (Tel) 303-363-6945, (Fax) 303-363-7055.


Bekins Distribution Services Co., Inc., (BDS) is a logistical services company serving fixture manufacturers and retail firms by making sure fixtures, displays and merchandise are moved from multiple vendor locations to their ultimate destinations. BDS services include temporary staging of fixtures and equipment, transportation, receiving, delivery and installation. BDS also has the capability to arrange for transporation from a manufacturers’ plant or to handle fixture or display installation services on selected projects. For more information, contact Bekins Distribution Services Co., 7711 Bonhomme Ave.e, St. Louis, MO 63105, (Tel) 314-862-6877.


Miramar Designs manufactures injection molded clocks for p.o.p. applications. All tooling, molding, decorating and fabricating are performed in-house. The company’s unique method of producing insert molds allows it to economically produce in test quantities as low as 100 pieces. For more information, contact Miramar Designs, 3200 S. Craven Road, Ft. Worth, TX 76116; (Tel) 817-457-4981, (Fax) 817-457-0817, (Web) www.miramardesigns.com.


Neon Tech offers Mini Neon Optic, which provides ideal signage for point-of-purchase advertising. Mini Neon Optic is only 10" wide, affordable and energy efficient. For more information, contact Neon Tech, 9560 Waples Street, San Diego, CA 92121; (Tel) 619-535-9898, (Fax) 619-535-0599.


Kost Klip Manufacturing has introduced an adjustable sign holder, which extends 12" to 24". Versatile features include the ability to display signs back to back; it can be adjusted to display a sign in flush or right angle position; two 6" clear plastic sign strips securely hold paper, card or laminated signs; there is no frame to obstruct the view of signs and any size sign can be used. The holder is made from aluminum tubing, zinc plated wire and base plate with powder coated colors available. For more information, contact Kost Klip Manufacturing, (Tel) 250-338-1117, (Fax) 250-338-2227, (Web) www.kostklip.com.


Convergence Corp. produces p.o.p. counter mats and mouse pads with 4 color process printing. For more information, contact Convergence Corporation, 1308 Continental Drive, Abingdon, MD 21009-2340; (Tel) 800-433-1782, (Fax) 410-538-6121.


Precision Woodcrafters L.L.C. specializes in the production of store fixtures, P.O.P. displays and interactive displays. Designs are presented utilizing 3D graphics with flexible manufacturing controlled by CAD/CAM engineering. For more information, contact Precision Woodcrafters L.L.C., 5406 County Road R, Manitowoc, WI 54220; (Tel) 920-684-5644, (Fax) 920-684-4485.


Millennium Display Group, Inc. designs, develops and fabricates quality signs and displays. Capabilities include 2800 watt laser cutting, UV screen printing, vinyl graphics, digital outputs, hot stamping, acid etching on metal, engraving, plastic and metal fabrication. For more information, contact Millennium Display, 90 West Graham Ave., Hempstead, NY 11550; (Tel) 888-POP-ADVT, 516 292-8000, (Fax) 516-292-8832.


MagneCorp, Inc. now offers the "Slatwall" MagnaClamp Sign Holder. This MagnaClamp version has a Z-bar backing for easy insertion-removal with slatwall. Any size is available. Standard colors are white or black. For more information, contact MagneCorp, Inc., 701 Decatur Avenue N., Minneapolis, MN 55427, (Tel) 612-546-8244, (Fax) 612-593-2739.


Endless Edge offers In-Boards, indoor motion backlit billboards. They can display up to 15 images printed digitally onto backlit film, shown in time controlled intervals. They are available in 3 sizes and several colors. In-Boards can be easily mounted on walls or hung from ceilings with an optional floor stand available. For more information, contact Endless Edge, 320 Premiere Court, Franklin, TN 37064; (Tel) 888-391-3343, 615-771-0903, (Fax) 615-771-1821.


Trion Industries, Inc., offers Flip Scan, an economical scan hook with features that enable the retailer to flip it, stock it, label it and scan it more efficiently. Flip Scan snaps on securely and stays centered, but flips up, out of the way for quick stocking. It flexes open at a touch to drop in less expensive, easy-to-change plain paper labels for savings with every use. Flip Scan is ideal for a wide range of label sizes, and for all displays, including pegboard, slatwall, crossbar, corrugated and grid. For more information on Flip Scan, contact Trion Industries, Inc., 297 Laird Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; (Tel) 717-824-1000, 800-444-HOOK, (Fax) 717-823-4080, (Web) www.trionind.com.


Handy Button Machine Co. offers its Fast Klip Assembly Sets, which eliminate time consuming labor. All that is required is to align and fasten the clips on panels and snap them into place. The Fast Klip Assembly Sets come brass plated with special finishes available. For more information, contact the Handy Button Machine Co., 1750 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL 60160; (Tel) 708-450-9000, (Fax) 708-450-9047.


International Patterns, Inc., has introduced SUNSPOTS illuminated signage. SUNSPOTS signs are easy to read even in the brightest sunlight, and they have a dramatic look at night. For more information, contact International Patterns, 50 Inez Drive, Bay Shore, NY 11706; (Tel.) 516-952-2000; (FAX) 516-952-7602; (Web) www.internationalpatterns.com.


The Action Digital VideoKiosk interactive kiosk system offers reliability, and performance, with controllers starting at $110. VideoKiosk delivers continuous play or interactive content in full color motion video output with CD digital sound. The Action Digital system includes a compact, portable player with a keypad, or touchscreen, and playback hardware, and supports a 13-27" TV monitor. For more information, contact Action Digital, 2317 Westwood Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230-4019; (Tel) 804-359-2118, (Fax) 804-359-6694.


Walls + Forms Inc. offers the Pinwheel Unit. This 18"H x 14"W plastic countertop display is offered in black or white with custom colors available. The Pinwheel unit features flexible merchandising 1 1/4" on center, and it receives standard hardware. For more information, contact Walls + Forms Inc., P.O. Box 741112, Dallas, TX 75374-1112; (Tel) 972-980-7320, (Fax) 972-980-8424.


Formed Plastics, Inc. manufactures 3-dimensional, vacuum formed p.o.p. graphics. It offers complete in-house mold design and manufacturing of custom signs and displays. It can accommodate sheets up to 48" x 96" with a maximum draw depth of 40". Displays can be manufactured from a wide array of thermo-formable materials; ABS, Lexan, Kydex, PETG, PVC, and Polystyrene. For more information, contact Formed Plastics, 1005 Windward Ridge Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005; (Tel) 770-664-8344, 800-235-2782, (Fax) 770-664-8345; (Web) www.fpinc.net.


Art-Phyl Creations offers the Extend-A-Rak wall mounted spinner rack. The Extend-A-Rak enables users to multiply the display space in front of pegboard and slatwall with a custom fitted counter or floor size spinner display. The Extend-A-Rak consists of 12" extender arms for 1" diameter tubing with a patented self-locking design. For more information, contact Art-Phyl Creations, P.O. Box 5457, Hialeah, FL 33014; (Tel) 305-624-2333, (Fax) 305-621-4093; (Web) www.art-phyl.com.


Graphic Finishers of America designs and manufactures temporary point-of-sale displays. The company offers fully automated large format capabilities and is centrally located to handle all fulfillment needs. For more information, contact Graphic Finishers of America, 1000 Biltmore Drive, St. Louis, MO 63367; (Tel) 314-349-7700, (Fax) 314-349-8031.


Paragon Group offers a wide variety of interactive kiosk components such as computers, touch screen monitors, flat screens, bar code and printers. All components are easy to use with "plug and play" compatibility. For more information, contact Paragon Group, 117 Montair DR., Danville, CA 94526; (Tel) 510-837-3537, (Fax) 510-837-3537, (Web) www.paragonsystems.com.


Clearr Corp. has introduced MovingPix, a scrolling backlit display which combines the benefits of backlighting and motion in a reliable multi-image display. MovingPix utilizes a carrier system, which eliminates the need for multiple graphics to be printed in a long strip, or for individual graphics to be joined together. With MovingPix, a rugged film functions as the scrolling element, and graphics are individually attached in seconds with Velcro strips provided. Indoor and outdoor models are available, in a wide variety of sizes and finishes. For more information, contact Clearr Corp., 3750 Williston Road, Minnetonka, MN 55345; (Tel) 800-548-3269, (612) 931-2100, (Fax) 612-931-2259.


Fred Systems Ltd., has introduced its Digital SignPost, featuring a Fred:Foto-Realistic Electronic Display measuring 36"H x 20"W x 6"D. It uses a gas-Plasma Display Panel with an integrated 84" truss mount and PC-based Fred Digital Signage Processor. The SignPost can store over 1,000 images which can be layered over video backgrounds. The SignPosts create p.o.p. Digital Signage Networks, controlled from a central office by modem, offering over-night update ability. For more information, contact Fred Systems, 100 Lodge St., Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2J 2V6; (Tel) (519) 725-3733, (Fax) 519-725-5491.


Ariston manufactures and installs screen printed promotional graphics. Its high speed presses can print 5 colors in-line for large production runs of print murals, banners, and floor graphics of any size. For more information, contact Ariston, 485 Bloy Street, Hillside, NJ 07205; (Tel) 800-526-4901 (Fax) 908-687-4880.


Design Productions has introduced a line of attractive counter displays, which can be purchased with either 7" or 10" wide trays. Both are 5 1/2" deep and can be spaced vertically to requirements utilizing the stylish backwall. This simple, but unique design snaps together in seconds and will last for years. Custom colors, graphics and sizes are available. For more information, contact Design Productions, 9 Industrial Park, Waldwick, NJ 07463, (Tel) 201-447-5656; (Fax) 201-447-5858.


Spandex USA, has introduced BannerTrack, an aluminum installation track for displaying banners, signs and digitally printed graphics. Special "twist and fix" fasteners can be inserted into the fixing track wherever they are needed. Banners, signs, and posters of virtually any length and up to 3/8” thick can be mounted on the special fastener. BannerTrack is equally suitable for exterior and interior locations. For more information, contact Spandex USA, 1857 Walnut Street, Allentown, PA 18104-6701; (Tel) 800-331-1891, 610-434-9889, (Fax) 610-434-9868


Companion Systems creates user-friendly interactive kiosks. Each enclosure is designed with highly refined interfaces for all components and to comply with ADA requirements. The company has over 17 years of experience in designing attractive and attention-getting enclosures. For more information, contact Companion Systems, 645 West 200 North, North Salt Lake, UT 84054; (Tel) 801-298-8082, (Fax) 801-295-1563.


Paramount Tube offers Spiral Wound Tubes in a variety of colors and finishes for temporary display applications. Standard colors include black, red, royal blue, yellow and green. Aluminum, gold and silver outer wraps are also available. Custom colors and a variety of finishes, including logos and labels printed on tubes, are also available. For more information, contact Paramount Tube Div., Precision Products, P.O. Box 80400, Ft. Wayne, IN 46898; (Tel) 219-484-4111, (Fax) 219-483-0393.


B&H Unlimited, Inc., produces permanent p.o.p. displays of wood, metal, wire and plastics. It has in-house thermoforming, screen printing and laser cutting capabilities. For more information, contact B&H Unlimited, 120 South 11th Street, Akron, PA 17501; (Tel.) 888-276-7039; 717-859-4664; (Fax) 717-859-4690.


Heritage Frame & Glass Creations, produces custom p.o.p. mirrors, and infinity mirrors. It offers complete engineering, design, manufacturing and printing under one roof. For more information, contact Heritage Frame & Glass Creations, 344 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 158, Nesquehoning, PA 18240; (Tel) 717-645-8701, (Fax) 717-645-2178.


Hankscraft Motors offers the Clip-PR, a new compact unit that operates on 2AA batteries. Whether it’s lights flashing or a pulsing circuit on a Hankscraft versatile spinning motor, the clip-PR draws the customer’s attention. The unit easily snaps into a price rail. For more information, contact Hankscraft Motors, 300 Wengel Drive, Reedsburg, WI 53959; (Tel) 608-524-4341, (Fax) 608-524-4342.


Fast Companies carries a full line of SKU Systems (Shelf SKU Dividers, Shelf Extenders, Product and Literature Dispensers, Coupon Pad Holders) that keep shelves neat, and organized. These SKU Systems enhance POP displays, hold literature and coupons; dispense products and draw attention to SKU placements on shelves. They are made of crystal clear PVC for durability and lower cost than acrylic or metal. Most SKU System items can be custom screen printed. For more information, contact Fast Companies, 6850 NW 12th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309; (Tel) 800-775-5345, (Fax) 800-775-2064.


Motionography provides Polarmotion signage for P.O.P. and visual display. To change themes or directions, simply change the graphic faces. Motionography offers complete graphic design for signs and displays, custom light boxes and illuminated displays and retrofit kits for existing signs and displays. For more information, sample kits and prototypes, contact Motionography, 205 Matheson Blvd. East, Unit 14, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4Z 3E3; (Tel) 905-890-9575, (Fax) 905-890-2219.


Creative Screen Print, Inc., is a large format printing company for the production of banners, signs, decals, posters, pennant strings and other products using conventional and UV inks. It also has design and fulfillment capabilities. For more information, contact Creative Screen Print, 124 West Ave., Tallmadge, OH 44278; (Tel) 330-630-9700, (Fax) 330-630-3145.


Clamp-Swing Pricing Co. offers the FrameWork Modular Sign System. The system features a new flexible adaptor for aisle signing that is capable of taking a direct hit from shoppers and springing back to its original position. All components are made of durable engineering grade plastics. The sign system is stocked in 5 colors. For more information, contact Clamp-Swing Pricing, 2515 Blanding Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501; (Tel) 510-523-6321, 800-227-7615 (Fax) 510-523-0965.


Towards 2000 Inc. has released a new portable billboard advertising package consisting of a 15ft high by 20ft wide inflatable billboard that can be projected upon with supplied Media Scan image projectors. The billboard weighs about 150lbs and can be inflated in 30 seconds. At night the billboard becomes a giant projection screen. For more information, contact Towards 2000, 4114 VanOwen Place, Burbank, CA 91505; (Tel) 818-557-0903 (Fax) 818-557-0905.


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