Creative World

Creative World February/March, 2000


Art-Phyl Creations has added the Super Twin-Panel and Super Tri-Panel displays to its Kwik-Panel series of displays. The new displays are built around the new heavy Super-Panel, an 18” x 24” modular injection molded plastic peg panel. The holes are 1/4” diameter on 1” centers and will accept any display hooks made for 1/4” or 1/8” pegboard. For more information, contact Art-Phyl Creations, P.O. Box 5457, Hialeah, FL 33014; (Tel) 305-624-2333, 800-327-8318, (Fax) 305-621-4093, (Web) www.art-phyl.com.
Alger Creations Inc. has introduced inflatable frames, for drawing attention to graphics, photos and posters at the point-of-purchase. Alger creates custom inflatables in runs as low as 500 pieces, with delivery available in 4 to 6 weeks. For more information, contact Alger Creations, 91-31 Queens Blvd., Elmhurst, NY 11373; (Tel) 718-396-1654, (Fax) 718-396-1651, (Web) www.algercreations.com.
ActiveLight is a value-added distributor of plasma displays and technology specializing in point-of-purchase displays and digital signage network solutions. The company helps marketers design compelling multimedia POP signage that can be located in branches and updated via the Internet. For more information, contact ActiveLight, Inc., 19362 Powder Hill Place, Poulsbo, WA 98370; (Tel) 800-730-4774, (Fax) 360-779-5969, (Web site) www.activelight.com.
First Wave, Inc., has introduced Kiosk Communicator 2.4, the latest version of its kiosk development software. The new software allows for precise sequencing of graphics seen while the kiosk is not in use, allowing fee-based advertising to be scheduled. Another feature is the encryption of credit card numbers, allowing orders to be securely transmitted over the Internet. For more information, visit www.first-wave.com.
Petro Packaging Co., Inc., provides custom extruded profiles for the p.o.p. display industry. It provides price tag channels, sign holders, corner moldings, and display tubing and support poles. For more information, contact Petro Packaging Company, Inc., 16 Quine Street, Cranford, NJ 07016; (Tel) 908-272-4054, (Fax) 908-272-2836; (web site) www.petropackaging.com.
Se-Kure Controls, Inc. offers a full line of security products to deter theft at the point-of-purchase. It offers 9 different recoilers that pull up to 40”. Its “One-on-One Alarms” are unobtrusive, and are powered by a single 9 volt battery. There are 21 different mechanical and electronic cable attachments for securing all types of products. For more information, and a 32-page catalog presenting a full line of display security products, contact Se-Kure Controls, 3714 Runge St., Franklin Park, IL 60131; (Tel) 800-250-9265, 847-288-1111, (Fax) 847-288-9999, (Web) www.se-kure.com.
Trion Industries, Inc. has introduced the Trion Shelf Management System to increase useable selling space, and enhance category management. Trion offers four shelf management solutions for different retail environments. The systems maximize product visibility, keep products faced-up, and increase impulse buying. Both gravity feed and push systems are available. For more information, contact Trion Industries, 297 Laird Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702-6997; (Tel) 800-444-HOOK (4665), 570-824-1000, (Fax) 570-823-4080, (Web) www.trionind.com.
Braeside Displays Corp., offers the LHF-32 six pocket trifold literature stand. This acrylic literature display with its two-tier design offers effective presentation of up to six different brochures. Braeside offers over 30 different stock sizes and configurations of multi-pocket literature displays for wall or counter top. All displays can be imprinted with a logo or advertising message. For more information, contact Braeside Displays, 795 Bartlett Ave., Antioch, IL 60002; (Tel) 800-837-9888, (Fax) 847-395-1743, (Web) www.braesidedisplays.com.
TouchVision has introduced its new plasma display kiosk. The new design fully integrates a 42-inch gas plasma display by NEC. The brilliant 42-inch high-definition plasma display is mounted in an integrated backwall panel above a 17-inch interactive touchscreen display. Using TouchVision’s IdleTime kiosk software module, the plasma screen displays a dynamically generated array of high-resolution still images, full-screen MPEG video, Shockwave animation or even Internet Web pages. The plasma display creates a high visibility presence for the kiosk in high-traffic locations such as resorts, airports, shopping malls or retail stores. For more information, contact TouchVision, 330 Main Street, #201, Seal Beach, CA 90740; (Tel) 526-626-8200; (Web site) www.touchvision.com
Promotion Systems, Inc. manufactures a complete line of merchandising strips. The injection molded strips hold heavy objects other strips cannot. For more information, contact Promotion Systems, Inc., 1850-C Massachusetts Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507; (Tel) 909-786-4757, (Fax) 909-684-9445, (Web site) www.promotionsystems.com.
This pegboard floor spinner display from Design Productions, is low cost, ships unassembled and snaps together easily without tools. The modular design features 12” x 24” plastic panels which can be configured as a square or triangle floorstand in minutes. In-line, counter and wall mounted variations are also available. For more information, contact Design Productions, 9 Industrial Park, Waldwick, NJ 07463; (Tel) 201-447-5656, (Fax) 201-447-5858.
FAST Industries’ products help signage and pricing programs function more efficiently by maintaining the position, readability and integrity of the sign. FAST offers a wide variety of styles and sizes for hooks, baskets, shelves, pallet racks, bins and anything else in need of identification. New additions to the Clear-Valu line are the customizable Sign Holders. For more information, contact FAST Industries, 1850 Spectrum Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309; (Tel) 800-775-5345, (Fax) 800-775-2064, (Web site) www.fastindustries.com.
AJS & Associates, Inc. is a manufacturer of quality custom and generic tap handles and displays using wood, molded urethane, and acrylic materials. Superior wood turning and quality finishing techniques provide a vibrant and durable look and feel for upscale image presentation. For more information, contact AJS & Associates, Inc., 200 Industrial Drive, Random Lake, WI 53075; (Tel) 920-994-4300, (Fax) 920-994-2420.
Scale 2 Displays & Graphics specializes in creating cost effective solutions for point of purchase and trade shows. From counter top to complete installations, including design and graphic production facilities, Scale D features custom built, pre-engineered displays or built to specification. For more information, contact Scale 2 Displays & Graphics, 508 Saint Paul Street, Rochester, NY 14605; (Tel) 716-232-3110, 800-746-3633, (Fax) 716-232-2808, (Web) www.scale2.com.
Sensory Logic helps customers monitor consumer behavior with BodyTalk, its proprietary research method of using biofeedback equipment to monitor people’s response to stimuli. Applications for this method include promotions; packaging; p.o.p. displays; retail settings, etc. For more information, contact Sensory Logic, 1268 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego, CA 92103; (Tel) 619-295-7681, (Web) www.sensorylogic.com.
Barrett Studios specializes in bringing cast resin technology to the p.o.p. industry. Resin can be formulated clear or have translucent qualities to mirror jade and other precious stones. It can also simulate any other type of stone, marble, wood or metal. The silicone molding process recreates unique textures and dimensional surfaces in dramatic detail. For more information, contact Barrett Studios, 115 Miller Place, Mt. Vernon, NY 10550; (Tel) 914-699-6060, (Fax) 914-699-6061.
Litco Reusable Inca Pallets make instore, end-cap and island displays quick and easy. Displays can be assembled at the warehouse and shipped directly to the retail floor due to these features: attractive appearance, no added covering is necessary; easier handling, 60% lighter than hardwood pallets; and no nails or staples. For more information, contact Litco International, P.O. Box 150, Vienna, OH 44473; (Tel) 330-539-5433, (Fax) 330-539-5388, (Web) www.litco.com.
Outwater Plastics has introduced Wood Plus+, a new line of decorative mouldings that afford the look of the finest plaster and wood mouldings at the cost of inexpensive, unfinished pine mouldings. It is available in a simplified Traditional Series as well as a highly ornate Classical Series. For more information, contact Outwater Plastics, 4 Passaic Street, Wood-Ridge, NJ 07075; (Tel) 800-835-4400; (Fax) 800-888-3315; (Web site) www.outwater.com.
ADPI Enterprises, Inc. offers Plastic Gridz panels and meshes, a diamond-shaped pattern of polyethylene plastic formulated for flexibility and toughness. Available in rolls or flat sheets, Gridz meshes are an ideal way to span broad areas, wall to wall or post to post. Plastic Gridz meshes are available in many standard colors with white PVC pipe used to frame the mesh. For more information, contact ADPI Enterprises,751 N. Bolingbrook Drive, Bolingbrook, IL 60440; (Tel) 800-245-7520; (Fax) 630-226-0018
Pennzoil-Quaker State Company has introduced the Axius GlassChalk sponge marker, for writing promotional messages in brilliant colors on all glass surfaces including store windows. Axius GlassChalk sponge markers have a wide-tip sponge applicator that applies paint smoothly to windows. GlassChalk doesn’t need to be scraped off after use and leaves no waxy film residue on surfaces. GlassChalk temporary paint will not run in the rain, but washes off quickly with a wet paper towel. For more information, contact Pennzoil-Quaker State Company, (Tel) 713-546-8365, (Web site) www.PZLQS.com.
CUE Corporation has introduced esign, a new messaging service for electronic signs. Advertisers can access CUE’s network through a secure web site to transmit custom messaging over the country’s largest radio data network. Advertisers can address signs individually or in groups. For more information, contact CUE Corp., 5 Corporate Park, Irvine, CA 92606; (Tel) 800-858-8828, (Fax) 949-862-8858, (Web site) www.cue.com.
Pre-Designed Displays, a division of Meridian Display, offers over 100 pre-designed stock displays. Add graphics to the pre-designed and stock displays for a ‘custom look.’ Small quantities are available for immediate delivery. For more information, contact Meridian Display, 162 York Ave., E., St. Paul, MN 55117; (Tel) 651-227-3020; (Fax) 651-227-3072; (web site) www.predesigned.com.
Merchandising Inventives has introduced a new sign-hanging system designed to hang signage from high ceiling structures such as pipes and trusses. It can be hung from the ground using Merchandising Inventives’ telescope poles. The hooks can be used with barbed cords, chain and s-hooks. For more information, contact Merchandising Inventives, 917 North Shore Dr., Lake Bluff, IL 60044; (Tel) 800-367-5653, (Fax) 847-295-9707, (Web Site) www.merchinv.com.
Clip Strip Corp. has introduced an ultrastrong guarded plastic “J” hook with a provision for a locking screw. A surrounding guard protects products from damage and customers from injury. “J” hooks were designed for use by the display, marketing, advertising, retail and other industries. Clip Strip’s “J” hook is made of sturdy engineering grade plastic and is in-stock and ready to ship. Fast and easy to install, it was designed to fit a standard 1 1/4” price channel. For more information, contact Clip Strip Corp., P.O. Box 399, Hackensack, NJ 07602-0399; (Tel) 800-425-4778, 201-641-0485 (Internationally), (Fax) 201-342-1438; (Web site) www.clipstrip.com.
M&M Displays, Inc., offers a broad range of POP related products and services, including digital printing, and metal signage systems featuring its patented Snap-Frame. POP items include banners, window graphics, ceiling danglers, backlit signs, floor graphics, static cling and pressure sensitive decals, shelf talkers and wobblers. It features a number of patented items including Nozzle Talkers, AD*M*UPS and The Brand Spotter. For more information, contact M&M Displays, 7700 Brewster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19153; (Tel) 215-365-5200, (Fax) 215-365-5610.
Z Cube Backlit Displays offers the Slimmest Profile Lightboxes in the world available in multiple sizes, from 1/2” to 1-3/4” deep, up to 30” x 40”. Beautifully designed, lightweight and easy to load, the Photo and Panel Lites are also priced to compete with heavier and deeper lightboxes. For more information about slim profile lightboxes, contact Z Cube Backlit Displays, 1851 North Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA 90731; (Tel) 310-221-0992, 800-640-5278, (Fax) 310-221-0985, (Web Site) www.zcube.com.
MTE USA Ltd. makes motors for motion displays, (battery and electric), as well as a complete line of display turntables. The standard turntables are in a granite structure surface with a black felt on the turnplate. All three models can be produced in customized colors or also with a leather or velvet coloring. For more information, contact MTE USA Ltd. Co., 9275 Bonita Beach Road SE, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, (Tel) 011 49 7151 97913 0, (Fax) 1-888-683-8721, (Web site) www.mte-motors.de.
Burke Gibson, Inc. offers the adaptable Vision Systems and Prism Systems providing shelftalkers, shelf management and signage for any retail environment. It also offers Spectra Systems custom displays. For more information, contact Burke Gibson, 702 3rd Street SW, Auburn, WA 98001; (Tel) 253-735-4444, (Fax) 253-833-2916, (Web) www.burkegibsoninc.com.
Displays By Martin Paul Inc. offers a line of highly patented cooler door racks manufactured under the brand name, Hi-Vis. These injection molded hi-visibility racks have proven successful in producing incremental sales and achieving new product placement in otherwise futile situations. High quality, custom design and exclusives make Hi-Vis even more affordable and a contender for the mass markets. For more information, contact Displays By Martin Paul Inc., 7801 I-35 North, Denton, TX, 76207; (Tel) 940-458-7976, (Fax) 940-458-4229, (Web site) www.martinpaul.com.
CYRO Industries’ HP multipolymer H-99 sheet offers a non-glare, high impact option for creating in-store displays and signage. This multipolymer sheet is colorless, lightweight, durable and rigid. It combines the clarity of acrylic with non-glare properties that minimize reflection. HP multipolymer H-99 sheet possesses greater impact strength than similar products. It is available in standard sheet size 48” x 96” and in thicknesses of .080” and .118”. For more information, contact CYRO Industries, 100 Enterprise Drive, P.O. Box 5055, Rockaway, NJ 07866; (Tel) 973-442-6000, (Fax) 973-442-6117.
3-Strikes Custom Design has combined its patented MATRIX printing process with another technique that makes the fabric super absorbent. The fabric can absorb liquid while maintaining a dry surface and is applicable for bar mats in on-premise accounts or counter tops. ABSORBO MATS provide a functional alternative media as billboards at the “point of use” within an establishment. For more information on these Matrix Super Absorbent Barmats, call 3-Strikes Custom Design, 25 Crescent Street, Stamford, CT 06906; (Tel) 203-359-4559; (Fax) 203-359-2187; (Web Site) www.3strikes.com.
Visual Sensations provides a large selection of unique graphic processes including lenticular images, vacuum formed color process printing, foilgraphics, and holographic processes. For more information, contact Visual Sensations, 40 Todd Road, Shelton, CT 06484; (Tel) 203-929-9000, (Fax) 203-929-9001.
K-D Display & Design, Inc., manufactures a line of stock fixtures as well as custom P.O.P. displays. Materials used include hard/soft wood, MDF, laminates and acrylic with silk screening, laser etching, burning and finishing available. For more information, contact K-D Display & Design, Inc., 60 Cascade Mill Road, Oakland, ME 04963; (Tel) 800-916-9663, (Fax) 207-465-9030, (Web site) KDDisplay.com.
FLEXcon has introduced a new one-way signage product that can be printed digitally via electrostatic image transfer. SEETHRU-SIGN White/Black TC is ideal for flat window surface applications. A non-topcoated version is available for printing via UV and solvent-based screen printing. The product allows for clear see-through viewing from the inside out and visible graphics from the outside. For more information, contact FLEXcon, 1 FLEXcon Industrial Park, Spencer, MA 01562; (Tel) 508-885-8222, (Fax) 508-885-8405.
Display Technologies, Inc., has added the “Visi-Spin” rotating floor stand to its TechStoc line of stock merchandisers. The Visi-Spin features a steel pole standing on an 18” diameter floor base. The pole is engineered to accommodate up to four molded spinners, which enable hooks to rotate 360 degrees. The hooks can range in length from 4” to 12” to accommodate all types of different products. The unit can be customized with a colorful header. For more information, contact Display Technologies, 111-01 14th Ave., College Point, NY 11356; (Tel) 800-424-4220; (Web Site) www.display-technologies.com.
Westedge has introduced Acryl-Hinge Small, the smallest acrylic hinge made at (1.375 x 1.500). Acryl-Hinge Small is recommended for use in situations that require an economical hinge for applications such as display cases, ballot boxes, and literature dispensers. The top surface is curved so it blends into fabricated products for a professional look and feel. It’s made from virgin Plexiglas DR which is 10 times stronger than general purpose acrylic and is for use on 1/8”, 3/16” and 1/4” acrylic sheet. For more information and a free sample of Acryl-Hinge Small, contact Westedge, Inc., 4 Viscaino Way, San Rafael, CA 94903; (Tel) 415-492-0272, (Fax) 415-492-0274, (Web site) www.westedge.com.
Hera Lighting, L.P. offers the Slimlite fluorescent series. The product is perfectly suited for displays because it is so small, it fits even the narrowest space. It’s also great for edge-lit applications. The new XL line measures almost 4 feet, which means creating long lines of lighting is even easier. Since the ballast is built in, more valuable display space is saved. For more information on the Slimlite fluorescent series, contact Hera Lighting, L.P., 6659 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Norcross, GA 30092; (Tel) 800-336-4372, (Fax) 770-409-8531, (Web site) www.heralighting.com.
The Supply Source provides portable display systems for in-store displays, trade show exhibits and special promotional events. The displays may be used indoors or outside. They consist of a one piece scissor frame, and separate canopy cover. The systems set up instantly with no tools required. Custom graphics are available. For more information, contact The Supply Source, 6451 Bunnell Hill Road, Lebanon, OH 45036; (Tel) 937-602-0040; (Fax) 513-933-0938; (Web ) www.supppliesunlimitedinc.com.
Dismar Corp., Pennsauken, NJ, is offering a new line-up of stock signs. The Super kit features 36 signs including three giant super posters, six standard posters, three 57” x 19” banners, 24 pennants. Dismar’s Budget kit ships with four standard posters, three banners, eight pennants and eight streamers. For more information, call (Tel) 856-488-0100, (Fax) 856-488-1664.
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