Albert Screenprint Inc. has introduced 3D Flexible Banners up to 8’ as part of its new 3D FlexForm product line. This patented 3D system can be screenprinted or lithographed on poly or vinyl materials not exceeding 4’ x 8’. For more information, contact Albert Screenprint Inc., 3704 Summit Road, Norton, OH 44203; (Tel) 800-759-2774, (Fax) 330-753-1612, (Web site) www.albertinc.com
Joseph Struhl Company, Inc. offers Frame It Blade Signs, which attach to the shelf and swing when hit. The signs then spring back, ready for more. For more information, contact Joseph Struhl Company, Inc., 195 Atlantic Avenue, Garden City Park, NY 11040; (Tel) 516-741-3660, (Fax) 516-742-3617, (Web site) www.magicmaster.com.
Heritage Frame & Glass Creations, Ltd. can turn your p.o.p. into a millennium collectible. The Company produces custom premium or incentive mirrors to help keep a brand name moving into the next century. A certificate of authenticity will be included with each custom manufactured limited edition mirror in the production run. For more information, contact Heritage Frame & Glass Creations, Ltd., 344 Industrial Drive, Nesquehoning, PA 18240; (Tel) 570-645-8701, (Fax) 570-645-2178, (Web site) www.popsigns.com.
Elo TouchSystems, Inc., has been accepted into Apple Computer’s Direct Value Added Reseeler (DVAR) program. iTouch, Elo’s latest surface wave "touch-on-tube" technology, will be used to enhance Apple’s popular iMac computer. For more information, contact Elo TouchSystems, 6500 Kaiser Drive, Fremont, CA 94555, (Tel) 800-ELO-TOUCH, 510-608-3200, (Fax) 510-739-4657, (Web site) www.elotouch.com.
Southern Imperial, a worldwide manufacturer of quality display products, has introduced a custom grid service that allows manufacturing of grids, racks, baskets and other custom items to exact specifications. The Company uses computer automated grid welding to produce the custom grid products, which are available in color choices to further enhance the in-store coordination of the customers’ business decor. For more information, contact Southern Imperial, 1400 Eddy Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103; (Tel) 815-877-7041, (Fax) 815-877-7454, (Web site) www.southernimperial.com.
Bowman Photographic Inc. produces back-lit point-of-purchase displays to highlight feature products and enhance existing advertising. Its modular back-lit display systems may be configured to present dramatic back-lit murals for in-store display and exhibit applications. For more information, contact Bowman Photographic Inc; (Tel) 800-922-9250, (Web site) www.bowphoto.com.
Art-Phyl Creations offers the Kwik-Stak display system. Each 14 1/4" x 19 3/4" heavy duty tray is molded from styrene with a 5/8" high inside lip and a 2" high outside sidewall (for labels and graphics). The standard heavy duty 1 3/4" dia. riser tubes are 15" high. Custom tube lengths are available and sizes can be mixed in a single display. The standard color is white with custom colors available. For more information, contact Art-Phyl Creations, P.O. Box 5457, Hialeah, FL 33014; (Tel) 305-624-2333 (Fax) 305-621-4093; (Web Site) www.art-phyl.com.
American Lighting, Inc. has introduced Electric Black Boards which highlight specials and promotions with bright neon colors. The Black Boards feature a special scratch-resistant acrylic face. The Company offers three sizes for hanging or counter top placement. For more information, contact American Lighting, Inc., 7660 E. Jewell Avenue, #C, Denver, CO 80231; (Tel) 303-695-3019, (Fax) 303-695-7633; (Web Site) www.american-lighting.com.
Creative Merchandising Systems produces an Iceless Beverage Cooler. This unit, a portable electric cooler, offers a sanitary, maintenance-free alternative to the ice barrel. The advantage of this unit is that it can be rolled to any high traffic area.. For more information on the Iceless Beverage Cooler, contact Creative Merchandising Systems, 2928 Washington Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091; (Tel) 847-251-4630, (Fax) 847-251-4097.
The Agam Group, offers its Graphic Sign Frame, which features modular components, powder paint options, custom and standard curves and fast assembly. For more information, contact The Agam Group, 6601 Amberton Drive, Elkridge, MD 21075-6201; (Tel) 410-796-6400, 410-796-0589, (Web ) www.agam.com.
Trion Industries offers new pre-pack corrugated hooks, which have been shaped to maximize product stability. The hooks feature a flared back for quicker, easier installation, a base design that prevents bowing of corrugated and tough, glass-reinforced Celcon for strength. Sizes available include 2", 4" and 6". For more information, contact Trion Industries, Inc., 297 Laird Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702-6997; (Tel) 570-824-1000, 1-800-444-4665, (Fax) 570-823-4080, (Web site) www.trionind.com.
Superba Caster Corporation produces casters which give racks, cases and displays greater mobility. A complete line of heavy duty casters from 2" to 8" with load ratings to 1,000 pounds is available. For more information, contact Superba Caster Corporation, 7500 N. Caldwell, Niles, IL 60714; (Tel) 847-647-0027, (Fax) 847-647-0030, (Web site) www.haydockcaster.com.
TouchVision has launched new interactive kiosk-based applications targeted for the retail and e-commerce industry. These new applications include a kiosk-based customer loyalty card program; electronic gift certificates; and interactive product catalog. An in-store loyalty kiosk concept will be offered that will be tightly integrated with the customers’ existing POS systems and their Internet Web site. For example, a customer transacting a purchase on the Internet can view their award point balance while shopping at the retailer’s physical store. Likewise, a user shopping at the physical store can use a touchscreen kiosk to view the status of their loyalty account, see product promotions and be directed to the Web site for additional information. For more information, contact TouchVision, 330 Main Street, Seal Beach, CA 90740; (Tel) 562-626-8200, (Web Site) www.touchvision.com.
The Rothchild Printing Group has introduced a new printing substrate called Roth-Syn, a laminated paper material for promotional products such as danglers, shelf strips, hang tags, shelf talkers, and counter mats. Roth-Syn is a low cost alternative to expensive plastic substrates that doesn’t compromise on durability or printing quality. For more information, contact Rothchild Printing Group, 7900 Barnwell Ave., Elmhurst, NY 11373; (Tel) 718-899-6000, (Fax) 718-397-1921.
NewLeaf Design has introduced the Gravity VitaBin, a system of bulk food bins. VitaBins are made of a lightweight, durable, food safe plastic (Lexan) that reduces breakage during both shipping and operation. The snap-together parts and rounded corners eliminate common traps for insects, bacteria, and food. For more information, contact NewLeaf Designs, 1709 Lake Dr. West, Chanhassen, MN 55317; (Tel) 612-368-4298, (Fax) 612-368-4673.
Walls + Forms offers innovative Sandwich Boards available in three styles and interchangeable graphics. These displays are capable of accepting standard size poster, and silk screen/vinyl decal on material of choice: marker board, masonite, and corrugated plastic. Features include: interchangeable graphic capability, standard poster sizes, high density polyethylene, pre-molded weight pockets, multiple inserts available, recessed graphic area and custom color boards available. For more information, contact Walls + Forms Inc., P.O. Box 74112, Dallas, TX 75374-1112; (Tel) 972-980-7320, (Fax) 972-980-8424.
Polyplastic Forms, Inc. produces eye-catching corporate identification signage and logos from a variety of materials including PVC, plastic, mica, natural wood, acrylic, Sintra, durafoam, and metal, among others. Polyplastic Forms offers competitive pricing, same day quotes, and fast delivery. For more information, contact Polyplastic Forms, Inc., 49 Gazza Blvd., Farmingdale, NY 11735; (Tel) 800-428-POLY, 516-249-5011, (Fax) 516-249-8504, (Web site) www.PolyplasticForms.com.
The Factura Kiosks division of MicroTouch Systems, Inc. has introduced Alliance enclosures for point-of-sale applications. The line has been designed to help kiosk integrators get projects completed faster, without sacrificing quality, functionality or aesthetics. The new Alliance series includes: Model 1000, a new stand-alone version; Model 1200, a slim-profile model; Model 1600, a countertop model; and Model 1400, a new wall-amount unit. Models 1000, 1200, and 1600 are available now; Model 1400 will be available in the third quarter. For more information, contact Factura, 3025 Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14623; Tel: 716-424-4300; (Fax) 716-424-4335; (Web Site) www.factura.com.
Meyers Display has developed "Ease Zee" set up, a method by which the user simply removes the display from the shipping box and by following simple instructions along with an "800" number for assistance, has a ready to use display in a matter of seconds. For more information, contact Meyers Display, 7277 Boone Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55428-1519, (Tel) 800-927-9709, (Web) www.meyersdisplay.com.
Clip Strip Corp., a major supplier of display strips and hooks, has introduced a powder coated steel strip with spring clip action for ease of operation and superior gripping power. The new MS-29 metal strip is designed to fit in a shelf perforation or can be used with Clip Strip’s locking price channel adapter. For more information, contact Clip Strip Corp., P.O. Box 399, Hackensack, NJ 07602-0399, (Tel) 800-425-4778, 201-641-0485, (Fax) 201-342-1438, (Web) www.clipstrip.com.
Visual Dynamics’ offers sequential image displays in a variety of sizes and image configurations. Each system features a motion controlled clear image band that carries a digital print or photo laser image with timed visual exposure. The graphics can be changed easily. The displays range in size from 6" x 9" to 4’ x 8’. Every system is offered with backlighting, and voice over sound compatibility. The systems accept graphics printed on any type of flexible media. For more information, contact Visual Dynamics, Inc., 14311 Madison Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107; (Tel) 216-521-7300, (Fax) 216-521-7380.
Plaskolite, Inc. offers a "Run-to-Size" program that allows the flexibility of running acrylic, impact-modified acrylic, polystyrene or acrylic mirror sheet per specification. The advantages of this unique "Run-to-Size" program include less scrap, less warehouse space needed and less money. Customers are no longer limited to purchasing 4 x 8 sheets. For more information on this program, contact Plaskolite, Inc., P.O. Box 1497, Columbus, OH 43216; (Tel) 614-294-3281, (Fax) 614-297-7287, (Web site) www.plaskolite.com.
Transport Bulletins, Inc. offers a changeable truckside advertising system, consisting of extruded aluminum channels attached to the top and back edges of the trailer, along with a tightening system of winches. The system provides shorter turn-around times for installation and removal vs. adhesive graphics, plus lower replacement costs. For more information, contact Transport Bulletins, 13908 Lake Point Drive, Clearwater, FL 33762; (Tel) 727-538-8899, (Fax) 727-538-5797, (Web) www.transportbulletins.com.
International Paper has introduced Self-Adhesive Fome-Cor Graphic Arts Board with a low tack adhesive in a 24" by 36" sheet for mounting posters. Self-Adhesive Fome-Cor board incorporates this foam board’s rigidity, light weight, a smooth surface and warp-resistance with its own pre-applied pressure-sensitive adhesive surface. The low tack adhesive allows for repositioning during the mounting process. The Board also is available with a high tack adhesive. For more information, contact International Paper, P.O. Box 1839, Statesville, NC 28687; (Tel) 800-438-1701.
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