iPhone 4 On The Verizon Network Arrives In Stores
The iPhone 4 on the Verizon Wireless network has made its debut at more than 2,000 Verizon Wireless Communications Stores nationwide and Apple’s retail stores. “We know people have been waiting for the day when they can experience iPhone 4 on the nation’s most reliable network,” said Dan Mead, CEO, Verizon Wireless. “Our store employees are ready to help customers purchase their iPhone 4s and get them activated ” The product launch was supported with an array of display materials.
Marc Ecko Displays Mobile Products
Mizco International has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Marc Ecko Enterprises, the innovative global fashion and lifestyle company best known for its iconic Rhino and the ecko unltd brand, to bring the first-ever line of Ecko inspired electronic accessory and mobile technology products to design conscious technology enthusiasts everywhere.
The Ecko line of Mizco products include headphones, iPhone, iPad, and MP3 cases, as well as camera accessories that are available from suggested retail price points of $19.99 to $99.00, putting the entire line within the reach of every consumer who is inspired by Marc Ecko’s vision and philosophy. Special point-of-purchase displays will help communicate the Mark Ecko brand design vision in stores around the nation.
AVT Develops Automated Self-Serve Video Game Redemption Kiosk
AVT, a leading innovator in the Automated Retailing Industry, has developed an automated self-serve kiosk that allows consumers to ‘sell’ their used games for instant on-the-spot cash or credit. The new kiosks utilize a continuously updated web-based database to give consumers the highest possible price for their games, based on current supply and demand. The customer simply places the disk into the kiosk and the system then scans the disk for flaws, condition, type, and piracy, and offers a price to “purchase” the game. The customer can elect to receive either cash or a credit to his credit or debit card. These units enable retailers to open up new avenues of revenue -- with little cost, a small footprint, and low labor requirements.
Urban Street Vibe Reflected In First Ever Rolling Stone Restaurant
When Brodin Design Build was commissioned to design the restaurant and lounge for the world’s most iconic music magazine, Rolling Stone, designer Gavin Brodin set out to capture everything Rolling Stone represents. The 10,500-sq. ft. space embodies the fusion of classic and modern, stylish and casual ,from the main bar, with its shelving a mix of leaded glass and reclaimed plumbing pipes, to the wall design, which integrates elegant sconces with candid rock photos.
Over-sized images of famous musicians are hammered into the concrete walls. Illuminated Rolling Stone magazine covers hang from the ceiling while a life-size image of Roger Daltry performing gives the back wall a live show air.
Dr Pepper & MTV Campaign Brings Sun Drop Citrus Soda To Young Consumers
Dr Pepper Snapple Group and MTVN Music Group, have launched a multi-year campaign to nationally promote and distribute Sun Drop, a citrus soda originally introduced in 1949. The Sun Drop campaign is the latest project of MTV Scratch, MTV’s in-house creative team, and represents a new marketing approach for DPS.
“Sun Drop has an incredibly passionate fan base, and we believe MTV can help us broaden that connection with millennials who can take it to the next level,” said Jim Trebilcock, Exec. VP, Marketing for Dr Pepper Snapple Group.
Sun Drop will appear within some of MTV's hottest properties, including the 25th anniversary season of “The Real World,” and MTV’s college network. Sun Drop will be featured as part of a multi-city consumer sampling initiative at music festivals and on college campuses.
‘One Giant Leap’ Develops Parabounce
One Giant Leap, LLC, has developed the world’s first indoor ballooning attraction in Las Vegas - Parabounce® Vegas - an air-inflated, 100,000 sq. ft. “bubble style" dome where up to 20 flyers can simultaneously float, soar and bounce in individual, 22-foot, Parabounce helium balloons.
Parabouncing gives riders the unrivaled sensation of human-powered flight, previously available only to licensed balloonists or pilots. The new indoor attraction will enhance the experience by adding the excitement of “aerial bumper cars” along with a pedal-powered flying bicycle called the ParaBike.
“Las Vegas has always broken new ground in the world of attractions, so Parabounce® is a perfect fit, providing a major new tourist destination for the city,” said company founder, Stephen Meadows.
House Of Air Opens Trampoline Park
Action sports enthusiasts Paul McGeehan and Dave Schaeffer have opened an indoor trampoline park, ‘House of Air,’ in San Francisco in a historic airplane hanger, “The trampoline park concept is a revolutionary new action sports destination,” said Schaeffer. “There is something for everyone, from professional athletes to weekend warriors to kids who have never been on a trampoline.”
Flyers can select from House of Air’s multiple trampoline structures, appealing to all desired thrill levels. The Matrix, House of Air’s main trampoline structure, will consist of 42 conjoined trampolines. This trampoline floor is larger than a regulation sized basketball court.
CVS/pharmacy Launches CVS Express Photo App For Facebook
CVS/pharmacy has launched its new CVS Express Photo App. With this easy-to-use application, Facebook users can order prints from their Facebook albums without leaving the website, with prints ready for pick up in about an hour at their local CVS/pharmacy.
“Facebook has become a popular and easy way to share photos online with family and friends,” said Grant Pill, Vice President of Merchandising for CVS/pharmacy. “We introduced the CVS Express Photo App to give people the ability to print photos and share them offline with the same ease by picking them up at any CVS/pharmacy location in as little as an hour.” The new CVS Express Photo App, which was developed by Marketing Drive, simplifies the process of printing photos from consumers' Facebook albums.
Average US Consumer Household Will Own 5-10 Web-Enabled CE Devices By 2014
Over 53 million US broadband households currently view TV programs over the Internet. 85% of these users already view online TV content on multiple devices, including personal computers, TVs, and mobile handsets. By 2014, there will be over 200 million web-enabled wireline Consumer Electronic (CE) devices in operation in the US. When PCs and mobile devices are added in, the average US consumer will own between 5-10 web-enabled devices to choose from for viewing Internet-based digital entertainment, reports In-Stat.
In-Stat’s 4Q10 US Digital Entertainment Tracker market analysis found that: The installed base of devices capable of supporting online video will grow much faster than either the availability of online video content, or the adoption of internet video services. Web-enabled TV shipments in the US are increasing at a 94% annual growth rate. 45% of US broadband households prefer to obtain at least some of their digital entertainment from online video services. 54% of consumer households would be more likely to purchase movies using a digital rights locker-based online video service.
Yet, except for owning personal movie favorites, consumers strongly favor acquiring their TV programs and movies from subscription services or rentals. Consumers today currently store 50% of electronic video files on a PC hard drive.
13% Of American Households Interested In Purchasing A 3D TV In The Next Year
According to Interpret’s new report, “3D State of Union: Are Consumers Ready?,” marketing campaigns of TV manufacturers and product demos at retail have spurred consumer interest in 3D technologies - 5% of heads of households said they are “definitely interested” in purchasing a 3D TV in the next 12 months, and another 8% are “probably interested.” Michael Cai, VP of Research at Interpret LLC, said, “Based on consumer data, we anticipate more than 4 million 3D TV sets to be sold in the United States in the next 12 months.”
The report also reveals that 3D TV intenders are willing to pay 8-10% more for a 3D TV than a 2D set of similar size and intenders for a 3D Blu Ray player are ready to shell out 35% more for the ability to play back 3D movies at home. “The 20-25% premium carried by today’s 3D TVs is higher than what consumers are willing to bear; however, we expect promotions in 2011 to push many early adopters over the edge,” said Cai.
Parks Associates Forecasts Home Controls To Reach 20% Of U.S. Households By 2014
The home controls market must focus on individual applications, such as entertainment and energy management, to boost its penetration beyond the present 6% of U.S. households, according to research firm Parks Associates. The firm’s “Home Systems: Home Controls” report finds that low consumer awareness and a shortage of affordable installation services currently hinder widespread adoption. The entry of well-known players, including ADT, Best Buy, Radio Shack, and Schlage, will help grow this market.
“Three applications will drive adoption of control systems over the next five years: energy management, entertainment systems and content control, and remote home self-monitoring,” said Bill Ablondi, Director, Parks Associates. “Consumers see the value in these areas, which, once established, can serve as the base for expanded control systems in the home.”
Average US Consumer Household Will Own 5-10 Web-Enabled CE Devices By 2014
Over 53 million US broadband households currently view TV programs over the Internet. 85% of these users already view online TV content on multiple devices, including personal computers, TVs, and mobile handsets. By 2014, there will be over 200 million web-enabled wireline Consumer Electronic (CE) devices in operation in the US. When PCs and mobile devices are added in, the average US consumer will own between 5-10 web-enabled devices to choose from for viewing Internet-based digital entertainment, reports In-Stat.
In-Stat’s 4Q10 US Digital Entertainment Tracker market analysis found that: The installed base of devices capable of supporting online video will grow much faster than either the availability of online video content, or the adoption of internet video services. Web-enabled TV shipments in the US are increasing at a 94% annual growth rate. 45% of US broadband households prefer to obtain at least some of their digital entertainment from online video services. 54% of consumer households would be more likely to purchase movies using a digital rights locker-based online video service.
Yet, except for owning personal movie favorites, consumers strongly favor acquiring their TV programs and movies from subscription services or rentals. Consumers today currently store 50% of electronic video files on a PC hard drive.
GLEE OPI Nail Colour Collection Launches
Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products has teamed up with Sephora to develop an exclusive collection of nail colours and prints for its television show GLEE. The “Sephora by OPI goes Gleek Chic” collection will be available at all major Sephora locations
Michael McGeever, Sr. VP, Sephora Originals, said, “Our goal with this exclusive, limited-edition collection is to reflect the unique spirit of the show, while bringing our consumer an exclusive must-have that they couldn't find anywhere else.”
Hallmark & Postal Service Launch Postage-Paid Cards
Hallmark and the U.S. Postal Service have introduced PostagePaid Greetings, a line of cards that already include postage. Hallmark Postage-Paid Greetings feature the U.S. Postal Service’s Intelligent Mail barcode on the front of the envelope.
More than 200 varieties of everyday Postage-Paid Greetings will be sold in Hallmark Gold Crown stores and other Hallmark distribution locations.
Sony To Debut NGB
Sony Computer Entertainment is introducing its next generation portable entertainment system (codename: NGP), which delivers the ultimate portable entertainment experience, at the end of 2011.
This new system offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity. By having both Wi-Fi and 3G network connectivity, together with various applications, NGP will enable infinite possibilities for users to “connect,” “share” and “play” with friends wherever they are.
Leviton Introduces The Renu Collection
Leviton has introduced Renu®, a new collection of electrical wiring devices, including switches, outlets, dimmers and wallplates, which feature easily changeable faceplates available in 20 popular colors. Renu allows homeowners to match or contrast the electrical devices of a room to the wall color. Selin Glickman, Director, Product Management for Leviton, said, “Renu turns the electrical device into a decorative, updatable accessory.”
LeapFrog Launches LeapPad Explorer™
LeapFrog Enterprises is introducing LeapPad Explorer™, a multifunctional learning tablet that ushers in the next generation of learning, digital reading and personal creativity for children ages four and up. LeapPad Explorer is just like an adult tablet, but with endless fun experiences for kids, housed in a durable package. The new device combines the latest technology, educational curricula, and entertainment properties.
Linksys Launches E4200 Dual-Band Router
Cisco has unveiled its best-in-class wireless home router - the Linksys® E4200 Maximum Performance Dual-Band Wireless-N Router. Designed for optimum home theater performance, the E4200 works seamlessly with the latest entertainment devices, including Internet TVs, iPad tablets, game consoles, smart phones, e-readers, and VoIP devices. This router helps boost performance and range in the home, and it provides industry-leading speed of up to 450 Mbps for smooth streaming of video and music and uninterrupted gaming.
Netflix One-Click Remotes Are Introduced
Streaming from Netflix on TVs will soon be as easy as one click of a remote control as a number of leading consumer electronics companies have joined in a development effort to place Netflix-branded one-click buttons on remotes that operate Internet connected TVs and Blu-ray disc players.
Netflix Chief Product Officer Neil Hunt, said, “No more turning on the TV and searching for the Netflix icon. With the Netflix one-click remote, it’s simply a matter of pushing the Netflix button to stream from Netflix.”
Landaal Packaging Systems has entered into a strategic international partnership to represent and manufacture Poptech’s patented corrugated in-store retail displays. “This partnership is an outstanding opportunity to diversify our product offerings and expand our customer base,” said Terry Choate, Sales & Operations Planning Manager, Landaal. For more information, contact Landaal Packaging Systems, Tel. 800-656-6652; (Web site) www.landaal.com
Premier Home Shows, the portfolio of leading independent home and garden shows and a division of USA Expositions, announced that DISH Network has signed on as a national sponsor of its 2011 National Home & Garden Show Series. DISH Network will exhibit at all 30 home and garden shows nationwide. “Our participation in this year’s National Home & Garden Show Series™ allows us to clearly demonstrate the unmatched products and services DISH Network can offer,” said Amir Ahmed, Sr. VP Sales for DISH Network.
Hisense recently debuted its Hi-Touch TV at the Consumer Electronics Show. Hisense’s Hi-smart TV, Hi-Touch TV, Internet-connected TV, OLED TV and large-size cinema TV demonstrate the company's major breakthroughs in technical pre-research and new product development. Hisense demonstrated its Internet-connected TV at CES through partnership with major portals such as Yahoo!, Vudu and Opera. Hisense's new Hi-Touch TV frees consumers from the traditional touch-operation and allows them remote control within a certain distance through gesture moving, bringing them the fun of human-machine interaction and convenience from fashionable technology.
(Web site) www.hisense-usa.com
Diamond Foods Runs ‘Pop! Camera! Action!’ Promo For Pop Secret
Diamond Foods recently conducted the “Pop! Camera! Action!,” promotion for its Pop Secret popcorn brand, capitalizing on the excitement of the movie awards season and providing fans with thousands of opportunities to be treated like their favorite stars. As part of the promotion, consumers will have the opportunity to “direct” Pop Secret’s Kernel characters in a short movie scene they create by developing the Kernels’ dialogue. Users will then be able to forward their movie creations to friends.
“This highly entertaining and engaging promotion allows our consumers to connect further with the endearing Pop Secret Kernel characters,” said Andrew Burke, Chief Marketing Officer, Diamond Foods. The promotion was supported with a significant social media campaign, print advertising, and in-store marketing.
20th Century Fox To Debut AVATAR: The Exhibition
Fans of AVATAR, the highest grossing film of all time, will have a chance to get a look inside the world of Pandora through AVATAR: The Exhibition organized by Experience Music Project|Science Fiction Museum (EMP|SFM) and scheduled to open in Seattle in June, 2011. Developed in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products and James Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment, AVATAR: The Exhibition will feature authentic props and costumes, interactive displays, concept models, and sketches from the blockbuster film.
AVATAR: The Exhibition will include elaborate displays of artifacts and props such as the actual AMP (Armored Mobility Platform) suit used in the combat scenes and the original, hand-made models of the Na’vi characters. Visitors can step into Cameron’s role as director and experience the process of creating AVATAR through interactive installations that demonstrate the usage of virtual and 3-D technologies in film. The Exhibition will run in Seattle through September 2012, and then travel to other major cultural institutions.
AVT Unveils Automated Touch Screen Gaming Centers
AVT, Inc. has begun shipments of its new Touch Screen Gaming Centers. These sleek units dispense all types of games from a revolutionary new style vending machine. Equipped with a large 32" Touch Screen Interface, the Gaming Center allows consumers to browse selections, see previews of games, and use a credit card for an instant purchase. Customers can now view, demo and purchase a wide selection of games at the Touch Screen Gaming Center - quickly, automatically, and securely.
AVT’s proprietary Smart Technology is included in the new Centers. This technology allows owners and operators to remotely track sales, spot trends, and receive customizable notifications and alerts.
Meridian & MOD Offer Download2Go Kiosk
Meridian Zero Degrees and its line of high performance interactive kiosks will support the MOD Systems Download2Go retail digital entertainment platform. Download2Go kiosks are designed for retail environments, airports and malls. The kiosks enable retailers to provide the latest entertainment titles for sale, promotions and loyalty programs. The new partnership gives Meridian customers,a solution for providing digital movies and music transferred from kiosks to flash memory drives and portable devices.
AVT Unveils Automated Touch Screen Gaming Centers
AVT, Inc. has begun shipments of its new Touch Screen Gaming Centers. These sleek units dispense all types of games from a revolutionary new style vending machine. Equipped with a large 32" Touch Screen Interface, the Gaming Center allows consumers to browse selections, see previews of games, and use a credit card for an instant purchase. Customers can now view, demo and purchase a wide selection of games at the Touch Screen Gaming Center - quickly, automatically, and securely.
AVT’s proprietary Smart Technology is included in the new Centers. This technology allows owners and operators to remotely track sales, spot trends, and receive customizable notifications and alerts.
BBC Earth And GES Create Major New Museum Exhibition
BBC Earth, in collaboration with Global Experience Specialists, (www.ges.com), plan to create a new museum exhibition, BBC Earth Explorers, which will feature select content from BBC productions, including the landmark series “Blue Planet, Planet Earth and Life.” BBC Earth Explorers will be a fully interactive exhibition experience taking visitors behind the scenes of a natural history shoot.
“BBC Earth Explorers is an exciting new way for BBC Earth to engage our audience with natural history in new spaces,” said Amanda Hill, director of BBC Earth. “This partnership with GES is a landmark new venture for BBC Earth, and we're looking forward to the launch of our first major museum exhibition.” BBC Earth Explorers is planned to tour across the United States over five years.
Discovery Channel Installs 446-Foot Inflatable Shark On World Headquarters
In celebration of Discovery Channel’s SHARK WEEK, “Chompie” was placed on the Discovery Communications headquarters building in Silver Spring, MD. The giant inflatable shark is 446 feet long from his nose to his tail, and took 6.65 miles of fabric to make. To make the shark, a scale model of the Discovery Communications building was created. Individual scaled clay models of each shark piece were built, and pattern pieces were then derived. The patterns were scanned and sent to a digital fabric-cutting table. A team of airbrush artists brought the shark to life.
Inwindow Outdoor Creates Interactive Mall Campaign For Feature Film “Rango”
Inwindow Outdoor created a digital campaign at premiere mall locations to promote the release of the Paramount Pictures-Nickelodeon Movies animated feature film, ‘Rango.’ The displays use a combination of technologies developed by Inwindow’s digital team to incorporate passers-by into the scene and allow them to share their experience with friends and even purchase tickets via Fandango.
As shoppers stop in front of the storefront screen, they see a mirrored view of the background. Rango, the animated chameleon whose voice is supplied by Johnny Depp, appears in the scene as well. Inwindows real-time presence detection and image manipulation technology slowly blends the viewer into the background and converts them into a cartoon. Users can opt to receive a photograph of themselves via SMS and have that image sent to Facebook or Twitter.
Clear Channel Outdoor Expands Digital Transit Shelter Network
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings has expanded its digital transit shelter network from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. In San Francisco, the first-of-its-kind interactive digital transit shelters feature robust 72" LCD touch screens. Yahoo! is the first advertiser to create a campaign exclusively for the interactive touch screen shelters. Coined the Yahoo! Bus Stop Derby (www.busstopderby.com), the campaign recently launched in high traffic locations throughout San Francisco.
The Yahoo! Bus Stop Derby campaign uses interactive games to showcase Yahoo!’s mobile app offerings to commuters, many of whom spend their time at transit shelters using smartphones to stay connected on the go. The bus shelter network delivers free Wi-Fi access to the surrounding area, creating opportunities to deliver a new level of creativity in integrating the outdoor medium with mobile and social media. The touch screens have been developed to withstand harsh outdoor elements.
Kim Kardashian Partners With Midori For New Campaign
Superstar and fashion icon Kim Kardashian has launched her exclusive new campaign nationwide for Midori®, the original green, melon liqueur. Throughout the year, Kim will serve as the official face of the tantalizing spirit, appearing prominently in Midori's "Stand Out" marketing program through advertising, social media and in-person appearances. Kim will also unveil her new favorite cocktail, the Midori Super Sour.
“Much like Midori, Kim truly makes a statement -- for her unique, fun, sexy style, and groundbreaking entrepreneurship,” said Eric Ariyoshi, Midori Brand Manager, Skyy Spirits. “She is not afraid to stand out from the crowd and be herself, similar to how Midori stands out with its unique melon flavor and brilliant green color. Kim is a perfect fit for the brand.”
Walls + Forms will be showing a new form of wall and floor display at Global Shop this year. This display system can quickly be modified in appearance, form, function and configuration. Most changes can be made without any tools and by untrained staff. The system is based around metal frame components. The frames can be wall mounted or free standing. There are strategically located keyways on each frame. A nearly unlimited array of sizes and types of panels, graphics, back lit signage, and dimensional elements can be dropped into place using these keyways. Integrating technology is easy. Televisions, Digital Signage or Messaging, Touch Screens and Multimedia elements can all be easily added, removed or moved around. To learn more about this display system, contact Walls & Forms at Booth 3634 at GlobalShop, or call 972-745-0800. (Web Site) www.wallsforms.com
Trion will be showing a new Anti-Sweep Hook Design, featuring an upturned tip and camel-back profile creating a twisting, circuitous product path preventing Sweeping. The hook provides easy access to products by consumers, but deters high-volume shoplifting by allowing only one product to be removed easily at a time. Customers can handle the product, read the packaging, and compare to other brands; yet shoplifters are deterred. To learn more about this Anti-Sweep Hook, contact Trion Industries at Booth 4049 at GlobalShop, or call 570-824-1000. (Web Site) www.triononline.com
Maryland Precision Spring will be showing its new Mini Reel, an innovative, slim profile, compact designed reel retriever that is a perfect solution for projects requiring maximum security with minimum space. Mini Reels are ideal for cell phone or fragrance displays, keeping products in place while not deterring from the display itself. A variety of end fitting configurations and cable lengths are available to suit most needs. To learn more about the new Mini Reel, contact Maryland Precision Spring at Booth 1334 at GlobalShop or call 630.400.6342 (Web Site) www.mw-ind.com
LG Electronics - 3D Waterfall Retrofit Display. The LG Electronics 3D Waterfall Retrofit Display is designed to draw shoppers to the TV area of the store. The display features a sophisticated media player, customized content, and a carefully crafted engineering solution. In the same footprint space as the standard endcap, two sku’s were able to be displayed in the place of just one. Additionally, preferred floor placements were gained from retailers at entry points of store or Home Theater area, because of the attention-grabbing nature of the content. Created by Trans World Marketing, 360 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford NJ 07073.(Web Site) www.transworldmarketing.com
Toy Story 3 Spectacular. This P.O.P .program was developed to provide an in-store experience around Sara Lee's fresh bakery products, to leverage the brand's partnership with the Disney Pixar release of the Toy Story 3 movie. The purpose was to generate excitement and drive sales while encouraging repeat purchases to create brand loyalty. Created by Launch Creative Marketing, 208 S. Jefferson St., 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60660.(Web Site) www.launchcreative.com
Ace Hardware Battery Center. This display was designed to attract shopper attention in Ace Hardware stores. The display features a wood grain finish and the Ace Hardware logo. The display clearly communicates the availability of batteries at Ace Hardware including the two largest brands across the world - Duracell & Energizer. Created by New Dimensions Research Corp., 260 Spagnoli Road, Melville, NY 11747. (Web Site) www.ndrc.com
Despicable Me 24ct. Merchandiser. Temporary Division. The display is designed and engineered to educate and engage the consumer by using a large colorful title treatment to attract the consumer to the brand and push the sale. Multiple lug-ons are used to add depth and dimension to the display. Created by OnDisplay Creative, 1015 N. Orange Dr. LA, CA 90038.(Web Site) www.ondisplaycreative.com
Iron Man 2 48/96ct. Merchandiser. Temporary Division. The display is designed to leverage the success of Iron Man franchise by using the very large Iron Man and War Machine figures to help attract the customer to the display. These displays are temporary and meant for one time use. Once the product has been shopped out, the displays can be recycled as they are all paper. Very easy to break down and dispose of once all the product has been sold. Created by OnDisplay Creative, 1015 N. Orange Dr. LA, CA 90038.(Web Site) www.ondisplaycreative.com
Trion Industries Inc. offers a Clear Modular System designed to maximize product visibility. The Clear Modular System has a clean, contemporary appearance. The system features hundreds of components to adapt to any merchandising environment and accommodate any size product. It works with spring feed or manual feed pushers. For more information, contact Trion Industries, Inc., 297 Laird Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. (Web Site) www.trionind.com
Polar ‘Listen To Your Body’ Showcase
Polar has created this permanent fixture to showcase its heart and activity monitors at Paragon sporting goods stores. The durable display features 18 gauge steel construction and a powder coated silver finish. The thick glass shelving with beveled & polished edges makes the Polar procut line stand out visually. The products are illuminated in the showcase. The showcase features adjustable shelves on stainless steel standards. Aluminum clad sliding doors with key locks provide product security. The unit is 70" wide x 20" deep x 38" high. The front of the display highlights the Polar message, “Listen To Your Body.” This Polar Display was created by Flair Display, 3920 Merritt Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466. (Web Site) www.flairdisplay.com
Walls + Forms T2 Fixtures
ABC Phones recently used the T2 fixture system from Walls + Forms to execute the transition from Alltel to Verizon Wireless stores economically while creating an attractive new look. ABC Phones faced numerous challenges at the outset of the conversion. They needed to maximize the flexibility of electronics, security, capacity and shopping space. The actions undertaken to address these challenges were accomplished utilizing recently introduced T2 fixtures from Walls + Forms. These Verizon T2 fixtures were created by Walls + Forms, Inc., 204 Airline Drive, Coppell, TX 75019. (Web Site) www.wallsforms.com
Flip Video Best Buy Interactive Endcap Display
Kosakura created this Flip Video interactive end cap for Best Buy retail locations. One overall design had to be transformed to fit two different Best Buy retail layouts. The display incorporates interactive video and switching, security for Flip Video products that ties into Best Buy systems, and battery charging for Flip Video products. This interactive Flip Video endcap display was created by Kosakura, 2215 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707 (Web Site) www.kosakura.com
Sunglass PALLET PACK for Wal-Mart
This 60-piece Pallet Pack display is constructed of l00% recyclable corrugated material, with 4-color lithography for graphic impact. There were eight interior components for structural integrity and the outer shell was hand-glued to the inner structure for stability in shipping. It was designed for a seasonal promotion of sunglasses with licensed product. The time frame from initial contact to shipping was four weeks. The Sunglass Pallet Pack was created by Alpak Display Group, 575 N. Midland Ave., Saddle Brook, NJ 07663. (Web Site) www.alpak.com
Nationwide Displays created the MSW exhibit for CES 2011. With all the focus on modular exhibits produced in materials such as metal extrusion and fabric graphics, Nationwide Displays recently took a traditional approach for its client MSW. With a 10' x 20' booth at the recent CES Show, Nationwide provided a design that offered a high custom look for MSW’s upscale product line of cell phone cases. The booth construction was comprised of wood, gloss laminates and vinyl wood Flex floor. The complete booth packed into two cases with a weight of 1400 lbs. For more information, contact Nationwide Displays, 100 Christopher St., Ronkonkoma, NY 11779. (Web Site) www.nationwidedisplays.com
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