Outwater Plastics
Outwater Plastics Industries, Inc. has introduced its new line of Contours PVC Tapes to complement its huge array of trims and surfacing already offered. Stocked in smooth and textured finishes in all of the most popular commodity colors and woodgrains in .018", 1mm, 2mm, and 3mm thicknesses to identically correspond with all major brands of laminate, Contours PVC Tapes is also available in custom colors and sizes. Color pictorials and ordering information are available on the Web site at www.outwater.com. For more information, contact Outwater Plastics Industries, Inc., 4 Passaic Street, Wood-Ridge, NJ 07075; (Tel) 800-631-8375, 973-340-1040; (Web) www.outwaterplastics.com.
SiPix, developer and manufacturer of the first fully-scalable ElectronPc Paper compatible with all display types, announced its first customer, PIER, a joint venture between Pricer AB and Ishida Co., Ltd. that brings electronic displays into the electronic shelf label market. SiPix is providing Pier with readable, portable, durable and flexible Electronic Paper sign displays using its proprietary “Microcup”® structure. SiPix will provide the first direct drive display, filling a need for paper thin, flexible, large-signage that glass LCD displays don’t allow for. These e-signs will be utilized for promotional signage, end-caps as well as on sale displays. For more information contact Hui Lee at SiPix Imaging, Inc., (Tel) 510-743-2814, (Web site) www.sipix.com.
The new POPbox II from DigitalTech Displays is a low cost, reliable, video player for displaying digital video movie clips (MPEG1 or MPEG2), still images (JPEG) and MP3, WMA audio. Applications for the POPbox II include point-of-purchase advertising, information kiosks, music listening stations or situations requiring sequential image viewing. The POPbox can be connected to any TV, CRT, LCD or Plasma display that supports Composite or Svideo. POPbox II is easily programmed without any application software. It measures only .78"H x 3.1"D x 4.7"W for easy concealment. DigitalTech Displays manufactures thin display products for the digital visual marketplace. For more information, contact DigitalTech Displays, (Tel) 866-523-5353 831-392-1753, (Fax) 831-392-1754, (Web) www.dtdisplays.com.
Creative Banner Assemblies has introduced the Quick-Change Retractor, featuring interchangeable graphic cassettes. The banner cassette fits into the base and is easily removed to change graphics. For more information, contact Creative Banner Assemblies, 6801 Shingle Creek Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55430 (Tel) 763-278-6515, (Fax) 800-989-3444, (Web) www.creativebanner.com.
Great Gazebo offers this 4 Foot Rectangular display, which is lightweight and portable yet provides a sturdy furniture grade PVC framework. It staffs one person behind a 48” x 19” counter and fits on the end of aisles for in-store demos and sampling. It assembles in 5 minutes. For more information, contact Great Gazebo, Inc., P.O. Box 299, Morrice, MI 48857; (Tel) 517-625-2011; (Fax) 517-625-2015; (Web) www.greatgazebo.com.
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VKF Renzel USA Corp. offers a line of high quality floor standing leaflet displays suitable for showrooms, information areas as well as trade shows. The stands are designed to hold letterhead leaflets. For more information, contact VKF Renzel USA Corp., 2420 E. Oakton Street, Unit E, Arlington Heights, IL 60005; (Tel) 866-736-9351, (Fax) 847-228-9801, (Web Site) www.vkf-renzel.us.
Eletech Electronics offers its QuikWave model EM3038A digital audio repeater for p.o.p. displays and exhibits. Housed in a rugged metal case measuring 12cm x 15cm x 4cm, this QuikWave model is a stand alone unit capable of reproducing a thousand different sound files stored on a tiny CompactFlash memory card. It is compatible with both WAV and MP3 files. EM3038A can be powered by a single voltage DC supply. For more information, contact Eletech Electronics, 16025 Kaplan Ave., Industry, CA 91744; (Tel) 626-333-6394, (Fax) 626-333-6494, (Web Site) www.eletech.com.
Diazit Co., has introduced its second Tri-Motion scrolling sign to its scrolling display line. The A2 Tri-Motion Sign holds 3 backlit 18" x 24" images that are scrolled sequentially. The display time can be set between 3 seconds and 30 seconds. These Scrolling Displays have picture frame cabinets and are matted like custom picture frames. The standard frame is smoked nickel metal. Various anodized metal or painted frames are also available. Easy image changes can be made without tools. These economical signs can be table or wall mounted. For more information, contact Diazit Co., P.O. Box 276, Youngsville, NC 27596; (Tel) 800-334-6641, (Fax) 919-556-3757, (Web) www.diazit.com.
Heritage Sign & Display has introduced the Wall Dominator, a mirror sign that is so large, it literally “owns” the wall. For more information on the Wall Dominator, contact Heritage Sign & Display, 344 Industrial Road, Nesquehoning, PA 18240; (Tel) 570-645-8701, (Fax) 570-645-2178, (Web site) www.popsigns.com.
Mercury Online Solutions is working with Sharp Electronics to produce digital signage solutions ranging from basic, screen systems to enterprise-wide networked installations. The two companies are offering a basic Digital Signage System In A Box package that includes Sharp’s 37-inch LCD monitor and Mercury Online Solutions’ FRED Solo Edition single screen digital signage software and M1 Digital Media Processor. “Mercury Online’s signage solutions and Sharp’s LCD technology, enables us to offer superior, easy-to-install, long-lasting digital signage solutions,” said John Eisenhauer, President, Mercury Online Solutions. For more information, contact Mercury Online Solutions, 600 Ericksen Ave NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110; (Tel) 206-285-0347; (Web Site) www.mercuryonline.com.
Clip Strip Corp. has introduced a diverse assortment of Stic-N-Pic adhesive display strips for a wide variety of packages, with or without hanging holes. To speed production and reduce packaging costs, Clip Strip has available the Pull-N-Push manual loader and an AC powered auto-loader for high volume applications. Stic-N-Pic is ideal for pre-loading; its special adhesive holds a product firmly in place during shipping. Once at the retailer, the Stic-N-Pic can be simply pulled out and hung up with an s-hook. For more information, contact Clip Strip Corp., 343 South River Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601; (Tel) 800-425-4778, (Fax) 201-342-1438, (Web Site) www.clipstrip.com.
Eastman Kodak is introducing a technology that enables the creation of thin, flexible, lightweight displays for retail applications. The technology enables the electronics and power to be removed from the display and still maintain an image. This allows users to operate and change multiple signs with a single set of electronics. “Kodak’s flexible display innovation offers real advantages over LCD displays-it’s easy to see, it won’t break, it’s easy to update, and stays ‘on’ without power,” said Willy Shih, President, Display & Components Group. For more information, visit (Web Site) www.kodak.com.
American Technology Corp. has developed Hypersonic Sound (HSS) and Neo Planar audio technologies for displays and exhibits. HSS represents the “laser beam of sound,” specific trade show attendees can be targeted with messages and no one else, even within a few inches of that individual, will hear them. The Company's NeoPlanar speaker NeoPlanar is a thin film magnetic transducer, which can be built as thin as 1/8" or less. The NeoPlanar speaker offers a dramatic elevation in the quality of sound in exhibits and displays. For more information, contact American Technology, 13114 Evening Creek Drive S., San Diego, CA 92128; (Tel) 858-679-2114; (Web) www.atcsd.com.
Testrite Instrument Co. produces the TE-1 Total Eclipse graphic and sign holder. Print signs and graphics on copy paper and drop them in behind the non-glare overlay provided. The Total Eclipse features attractive curved lines, a 22" x 28" metal panel and a matte black finish. It ships knocked down. The Total Eclipse weighs 12 lbs. and has a height of 66". For more information, contact Testrite Instrument Co., 135 Monroe Street, Newark, NJ 07105; (Tel) 973-589-6767; (Web) www.testrite.com.
Multi-Ply Wood Design manufactures custom curved plywood components for p.o.p. displays and exhibits. Components can be faced with wood veneer or laminate. The Company specializes in short runs. For more information, contact Multi-Ply Wood Design, 670 Wilsey Road, Unit 9, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada E3B 7K4; (Tel) 800-550-2325, (Web) www.multi-ply.com.
Trion Industries has introduced custom manufacturing options to its stock Shelf Works™ EWT Shelf Management System. The stock Expandable Wire Tray System adjusts from 5" to 12" wide (mini version from 3" to 6") to fit any individual product as well as diversely-sized families of products. New extra tier options permit merchandising of more items, more coherent product presentation and enhanced brand image and category integrity. Spring-fed pushers on each level permanently face all lanes of product. For more information, contact Trion Industries, 297 Laird Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702-6997; (Tel) 800-444-4665, (Fax) 570-823-4080; (Web) www.triononline.com.
iColor Cove® brings intelligent LED color and color changing lighting effects to alcoves, accent areas, and other tight spaces. iColor Cove is designed for applications that require narrow light distribution and the ability to focus light output directionally. Available in 6- and 12-inch lengths, iColor Cove offers end-to-end mounting for continuous streams of color or staggered positioning to achieve curves. Each iColor Cove length may be individually controlled by an on-board microprocessor or a Color Kinetics controller. For more information, contact Color Kinetics, 10 Milk St., Boston, MA 02108; (Tel) 617-423-999; (Web) www.colorkinetics.com.
IMPART, Inc., has introduced a scented video mirror as part of its Video Reflections(TM) product line. The Video Reflections line includes dynamic media mirror displays that include smart card technology and speaker circuitry that run a single channel video on an LCD. The scented mirror product includes an on demand scent aura option. “Scented aura” is an advanced fragrance technology that enables a consumer to sample multiple scents without risk of the fragrance sticking to the body. IMPART President Laird Laabs, said, “These products offer an opportunity to interactively advertise and provide samples to consumers that are intrigued while ensuring that product messages are consistent.” For more information, contact Impart, Inc., 1300 North Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103; (Tel) 206-633-1852; (Web) www.impartinc.com.
Pro-Dec Products, Inc. has introduced hinge snap-caps for concealing exposed fasteners. The snap-caps are available in chrome, gold, satin chrome, copper and 64 standard colors. For more information, contact Pro-Dec Products, Inc., P.O. Box 866, 12503 Exchange Dr., Suite 500, Stafford, Texas 77477; (Tel) 281-240-0924, (Fax) 281-240-8051, (Web site) www.pro-dec.com.
Contour Paperboard Products, Inc. has introduced a 17.25"x27" inside dimension true oval form as an addition to its 14 geometric shapes that are offered in over 157 different sizes. These tubes are manufactured from multiple plys of fiberboard paper. The laminated construction makes them strong and they can be combined with plywood, solid stock or particle board. These tubes are excellent substrates for the application of veneers, high pressure laminates, fabrics, paints or metals. Fabricated products include bases, pedestals, kiosks, and columns. For more information, contact Contour Paperboard Products, W229 N1687 Westwood Drive, Unit D, Waukesha, WI 53186; (Tel) 262-896-2040, (Fax) 262-896-2060, (Web) www.contourpaperboard.com.
