Polyplastic Forms offers a new line of plastic fabricated sign holders available in an array of stock sizes. One sided, two sided, three sided and four sided sign holders are offered. Sign holders can be customized to accommodate anything from pictures, logos, graphics, messages and advertisements. They can be modified with pockets to hold business cards, brochures or coupons. For more information, contact Polyplastic Forms, Inc., 49 Gazza Blvd., Farmingdale, NY 11735; (Tel) 516-249-5011, (Fax) 516-249-8504.
Custom matched color fasteners from Uneeda Bolt & Screw Company enable manufacturers of displays and exhibits to visually camouflage the fastener in color coatings that match the finished surface. The company creates individual color-matched fasteners that are computer-generated to match customer -supplied color swatches. The color coatings can match any hue, and coat a wide selection of standard and specialty decorative head fasteners. For more information, contact Steve Pellow, Uneeda Bolt & Screw, 10 Capitol Drive, Moonachie, NJ 07074; (Tel) 201-440-8600; (Fax) 201-440-7668.
MedeaWiz Inc., offers the DV-16 MPEG-1 all digital player for interactive display presentations. The unit offers all digital playback with no moving parts to break. The video quality is clear and sharp, and does not degrade gradually as occurs with VCR’s. There is no down time caused by tape rewinding or jamming. Reprogrammable Flash ROM cartridges are availble in 30/60/120/240 seconds. The unit is compact, only 6" 4" x 1.5", and it is economical compared to a VCR. MedeaWiz also offers the CVD-100 Industrial VCD player which provides up to 74 minutes of video playback. For more information, contact MedeaWiz, Inc., 17291 Rowland Street, City of Industry, CA 91748; (Tel): 888-MedeaWiz; 626-912-9378; 626-913-6875; (Fax) 626-913-6875; (Web) www.medeawiz.com
Signature Series offers display and exhibit carpeting, specializing in creating vivid images. Signature offers inlay designs, automated custom tufting, fiber optic carpeting and the new Showstep Comfort Pad. Signature provides detailed printing for larger carpets and mats; and elegant image mats for lobbies and entrances. For more information, contact Signature Series, 6801 Winnetka Ave. North, Minneapolis, MN 55428; (Tel) 800-245-0267, (Fax) 800-648-7124.
Derksen offers graphic projection systems for merchandising and promotions. The units project brilliant, sharp images ranging from 1' to 80' in diameter, indoors or outdoors. The images may also be set in motion. For more information, contact Derksen USA, 6115 Main Ave., #15, Orangevale, CA 95662; (Tel) 916-988-0390; (Fax) 916-988-3575.
Trion Industries has expanded its offerings of cooler-capable Clear Scan Shelf Edge Labeling Strips. Clear Scan cooler strips eliminate bleeding ink; wet, unstuck labels; and loose brittle price tag chips. The label strips and holders protect product and price information in any damp, cold, environment. Using inexpensive, easy-to-change, plain paper labels, the Clear Scan system saves time, labor and money. It improves readability, promotes impulse buying, and aids creation of defined in-store destinations. For more information, contact Trion Industries, Inc., 297 Laird Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, (Tel) 800-444-4665, 570-824-1000, (Web Site) www.trionind.com.
International Paper has launched Self-Adhesive Gatorfoam Graphic Arts Board. The board is available in a popular black color, consisting of black polystyrene foam bonded between two layers of black Luxcell, a sturdy, wood-fiber veneer laminate. A pressure-sensitive, high tack adhesive is pre-applied to one side of the Self-Adhesive Gatorfoam sheet and covered with release paper. Self-Adhesive Gatorfoam sheets are available in a 48-inch by 96-inch size and a 3/16-inch thickness. For more information, contact International Paper Graphic Arts Boards, P.O. Box 1839, Statesville, NC 28687; (Tel) 800-438-1701, (Fax) 704-878-2708.
Factura Division of Microtouch Systems offers a great deal of experience in designing and producing touchscreen kiosk and enclosure products. Facutra has delivered over 55,000 kiosks worldwide. It has a 100,000 sq. ft. manufacturing and assembly facility.Its in-house capabilities including metal, plastic and wood. It offers a compehensive line of OTS kiosk solutions and can also create custom kiosks. For more infomation, contact Factura Division, Microtouch Systems, 3025 South Winton Road, Rochester, NY 14623, (Tel) 800-367-5467, 716-424-4300, (Fax) 716-424-4335, (Web Site): www.factura.com.
SuperSigns of America offers the Super Flex 24 Sidewalk Sign and the new Banner Stand for interior displays. With all clear anodized aluminum construction, the quality and finish of both units withstand up close inspection while providing durability. Each unit is available with or without a banner. For more information, contact SuperSigns of America, P.O. Box 432, Ridgefield, NJ 07657; (Tel) 201-943-0030, (Fax) 201- 943-8001.
Armstrong/Alar offers all types of chains, in bulk or cut lengths, for sign hanging and display needs. The company offers quick turnaround for producing chain kits, which include chain, S hooks, ceiling hanging hardware or any other components the job may call for. A variety of plating finishes is available from black oxide to zinc. A new line of sign hanging chain and S hooks is offered in more than 150 colors to match any job requirement. New T-Bar Hooks are also offered. For more information, contact Armstrong/Alar, 65 E. Palatine Road, Prospect Heights, IL 60070; (Tel) 800-927-8549, (Web) www.chain-cable.com.
Art-Phyl Creations has added a 3/4" wide loop style hook to its Cliphook line for corrugated displays. Available in 2 1/2", 3 3/4" and 6" lengths, the hooks are molded from styrene and are available in white or black. It has an extended back to enable it to be used in many wire grid displays as well. For more information, contact Art-Phyl Creations, P.O. Box 5457, Miami, FL 33014; (Tel) 800-327-8318, (Fax) 305-621-4093, (Web site) www.artphyl.com.
Symplastics Ltd. offers light weight and durable "POLYPEG". The display shown is designed with a sheet of red .0900 guage POLYPEG. Sheets can be easily formed, die cut and creased. Inventoried colors are white, black, red, blue and beige in .125 and .090 gauge 48 x 48 sheet. Color matches are available. For more information, contact Symplastics Ltd., 21 Tideman Drive, Orangeville, Ontario L9W 3K3, Canada or Symplastics Inc., 8 Cermak Blvd., St. Peters, MO 63376.
Interactive Sales Systems, Inc. (ISS) has introduced PlasmaTouch, a touch-based systemfeaturing a 40-inch diagonal plasma screen. With an ultra-thin 3" thickness, PlasmaTouch easily fits on counters or table-tops. The system makes its presentation from video compact disk, laser disk, DVD or MPEG/Computer. PlasmaTouch is competitively priced for purchase and may also be rented. For more information, contact Interactive Sales Systems, 8 John Walsh Blvd., Peekskill, NY 10566; (Tel) 800-21-TOUCH, 914-734-7477, (Fax) 914-734-7725.
Desert Star Plastic Products is a full-line plastic fabricator of POP displays, shelving, brochure racks, ballot boxes, table tents and sign holders, using acrylic, ABS, PETG and polycarbonate. Custom designs and prototypes are available. For more information, contact Desert Star Plastic Products, 2212 W. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85009; (Tel) 602-390-1236, 800-878-6144.
Joseph Struhl Co., Inc. offers the Magic Master ‘SWINGER’ Sidewalk Signs which provide visual impact, motion, sleek styling, versatility and durability, at an affordable price. 'SWINGER' Sidewalk Signs are portable, and weigh only 20 lbs. yet can withstand winds up to 20 MPH without additional balast. However balasts can be added through convenient ballast ports. Sign uprights can be supplied in custom colors in small runs. Sign faces can be easily changed in seconds without tools. For more information, contact Joseph Struhl Company, Inc., 195 Atlantic Avenue, P.O. Box N., Garden City Park, NY 11040; (Tel) 800-552-0023, (Fax) 516-742-3617, (Web) www.magicmaster.com
Hunter Display designs and produces p.o.p. displays of wire, tubing, metal, wood acrylics and vacuum formed plastics. It has a fully auutomatic powder coating system and its own sample shop on premises. For more information, contact Hunter Display, Division of Hunter Metal Industries, 14 Hewlett Avenue, E. Patchogue, NY 11772; (Tel.) 800-POP-2110, (Fax) 516-475-5950.
Outwater Plastics has expanded its line of plastic extrusions for the display industries. It is now the largest stocking distributor of Plastic, Aluminum and Wood profile extrusions in the U.S., stocking over 10 million feet of ready-to-ship extrusions in thousands of different profiles for immediate shipment. For more information, contact Outwater Plastic Industries, 4 Passaic Street, P.O. Box 403, Wood-Ridge, NJ 07075, (Tel) 888-OUTWATER, (Fax) 800-888-3315, (Web Site) www.outwater.com.
Outwater Plastics has expanded its line of plastic extrusions for the display industries. It is now the largest stocking distributor of Plastic, Aluminum and Wood profile extrusions in the U.S., stocking over 10 million feet of ready-to-ship extrusions in thousands of different profiles for immediate shipment. For more information, contact Outwater Plastic Industries, 4 Passaic Street, P.O. Box 403, Wood-Ridge, NJ 07075, (Tel) 888-OUTWATER, (Fax) 800-888-3315, (Web Site) www.outwater.com.
Crown Roll Leaf, Inc. features new, super bright, dimensional hot stamping and pressure sensitive foils designed to energize P.O.P., packaging and promotion materials. Called Retail-Vision Pixel-Grafx, the material comes in 11 new patterns and a variety of colors. The new foils can be ordered from stock patterns making them an affordable alternative to traditional higher priced 3-D holograms. For more information, contact Crown Roll Leaf, 91 Illinois Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07503; (Tel) 973-684-2600, (Fax) 973-684-7555, (Web site) www.crownrollleaf.com.
Technovision offers high impact, cost-effective and durable interactive systems for retail applications. Space conscious retail applications are addressed by its newest solution, the VCD Si. This compact unit provides audio and video on a 5.6" LCD TFT screen. Video playback, facilitated by miniature Video CD technology, can be linear or interactive. The compact enclosure can be designed to fit with existing decor. A 6.4" screen without audio is also available. For more information, contact Technovision, 5155 Spectrum Way, Unit 31, Mississauga, Ont, Canada, L4W 5A1; (Tel) 905-625-3472, (Fax) 905-625-4784, (Web site) www.technovision.com.
Midwest Laminating & Coatings manufactures foil, metallized polyester, brushed metallized polyesters and holographic papers, laminated paper and paper board. It offers aisle banners and window sign stock. The products are available coated one sided or two sided, color tinted to specification, in rolls or sheets. For more information, contact Midwest Laminating & Coating, 4600 W 72nd Street, Chicago, IL 60629; (Tel) 773-284-3655, (Fax) 773-284-3670.
Cytex Plastics, specializes in custom signing programs. Its extruded sign panels, spiral pads, and printed inserts create awareness for special promotions. The messages and prices are easy to change. Cytex extrudes sign panels and directories up to 31" tall in standard and custom colors. For more information, contact Cytex Plastics, 11502 Charles St., Houston, TX 77041; (Tel) 713-937-1300, 800-723-3306, (Fax) 713-937-1211, (Web) www.cytexplastics.com.
MMI Distribution manufacturers high resolution "stained glass" signs for p.o.p. and promotional applications. It offers dramatic "glow in the dark" designs. For more information, contact MMI Distribution, 12040F West Feerick Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53222; (Tel) 414-578-3901; (Fax) 414-578-3908; (Web) www.mmi.distribution.com.
Display Technologies offers its patented Retro-Track unit for displaying products on display racks and in cold vaults. The Retro-Track can easily slip-in under displayed beverages in seconds, even if the slide is full. Unlike the glide, which is limited to the use of its top surface, the Retro-Track offers double the shelf life because both of its sides can be used to display merchandise. The long-lasting, two-sided glide attachment minimizes the cost, time and maintenance associated with replacing glides in cold vaults and on display racks. For more information, contact Display Technologies, 11-01 14th Ave., College Point, NY 11356; (Tel) 718-321-3100, (Fax) 718-321-7024.
Marketing Communications Inc. introduces the P165 Sign Holder, specifically designed to improve the appearance of laser printed sign cards. The P165 snaps tightly into any standard price channel and will ensure that a sale card stays put. For more information, contact Marketing Communications Inc., (Tel) 800-942-9225, 616-942-9222, (Fax) 616-942-2637, (Web Site) www.gomci.com.
Dimension Technologies Inc. (DTI) offers a new 18.1" flat panel 3D LCD display. This new display features an 18.1" TFT LCD screen which provides the same viewing size as a conventional 21" CRT but does it in a footprint a fraction of the size of a CRT. The display allows both single and full-motion stereoscopic 3D images to be viewed in full color with display resolutions to 1280 x 1024 pixels and 16.7 million colors. Viewing mode can be switched from 2D to 3D with the push of a button; selectable stereo formats include side-by-side and field sequential. The display is compatible with virtually all computing platforms. For more information, contact Dimension Technologies Inc., 315 Mt. Read Blvd., Rochester, NY 14611; (Tel) 716-436-3530, (Fax) 716-436-3280.
Hang-Ups Unltd., offers ladderless sign and mobile hanging from drop-ceiling T-bar grids with its new Versa Tool which installs all popular T-Bar fasteners. Also available is the Versa Tool piggy back adapter to install adhesive and magnetic ceiling fasteners. Lightweight aluminum, telescoping poles reach 24’ ceilings. For more information, contact Hang-Ups Unltd., 2856 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90404; (Tel) 800-461-8154, (Fax) 800-426-4877; (Web) www.hangups.com.
Landmark Creations International manufactures custom inflatables from 5’ to 100’ tall. It produces giant mascots, product replicas, recreational shapes, and logos using flame retardant, UV coated fabrics. For more information, contact Landmark Creations, 3240 West County Rd. 42, Burnsville, MN 55337; (Tel) 800-553-3593/612-895-0947, (Fax) 612-895-0946 (Web) www.landmarkcreations.com.
Se-Kure Controls offers the One-on-One Alarm, for display applications. Powered by a single 9-volt alkaline battery, this unit requires no external electrical power source. It can be used on end caps, or for displays where standard electrical outlets are hard to come by. The alarm unit is small and unobtrusive to focus the attention on the displayed product. Se-Kure offers a large variety of sensors for the One-on-One Alarm to protect a wide variety of products. For more information, contact Se-Kure Controls, Inc., 3714 Runge Street, Franklin Park, IL 60131; (Tel) 800-322-2435; 847-288-1111 (Fax) 847-288-9999 (Web) www.se-kure.com
Applied Plastics manufactures custom plastic extrusions for the p.o.p. display industry, specializing in rigid PVC, Acrylic, Polycarbonate, ABS and Polystyrene plastics. It has extensive tool and die capability, and is able to produce rapid protyping and sampling. It offers transparent and custom color matched extrusions. For more information, contact Applied Plastics, 7320 South 6th Street, Oak Creek, WI 53154; (Tel.) 414-764-2000, (Fax) 414-764-8606.
Omega Display Corp. manufactures affordable glass display showcases available from stock or made to custom specifications. Brilliant halogen lighting, tempered glass, adjustable shelves, and lockable doors, are some of the features offered. For more information, contact Omega Display 195 Oser Ave., Hauppauge, NY 11788; (Tel) 800-348-7536, 516-273-0171 (Fax) 516-273-0174.
Rayven, Inc., has introduced FR Banner for inkjet printers, the first composite fiber media for thermal inkjet printers designed to resist flames and fire. The light weight FR Banner material is ideal for pennants, signage, displays and banners. For more information, contact Rayven, Inc., 431 Griggs Street N, St. Paul, MN 55104; (Tel) 800-878-3776, (Tel) 651-642-1112.
Clear Focus Imaging manufactures One-Way Vision film for see-through window graphics. CLEAR FOCUS pressure-sensitive films open up premium advertising space while reducing heat and glare from the sun and allowing people on the inside of the building or vehicle to see out. Clear Focus also offers JetVue, a perforated vinyl film for use on the most popular inkjet machines. For more information, contact Clear Focus Imaging, 3343 Industrial Dr., No. 2, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, (Tel) 707-544-7990 (Fax) 707-544-1886.
Trenmark is a graphic and identity design firm involved in all aspects of retail identity programs. Trenmark specializes in large format screen printing and digital printing on all materials. For more information, contact Trenmark, 14600 Alondra Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638; (Tel) 800-727-4908, (Fax) 714-523-5261, (Web) www.trenmark.com.
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