Design-A-Tee Presented By Hanes Store Opens At Disney
Hanesbrands has opened Disney Design-a-Tee presented by Hanes, an innovative next-generation store for apparel souvenirs at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, FL.
The first-of-its-kind interactive T-shirt design and printing store enables Disney guests to enhance their magical Disney experience with a personalized custom-designed Hanes T-shirt printed while they wait that is as easy to buy as souvenir apparel off the rack.
Guests at Disney Design-a-Tee presented by Hanes use touch-screen kiosks for an interactive experience to design their custom shirts, selecting long-sleeve or short-sleeve T-shirts, choosing from multiple colors, picking artwork from more than 100 selections featuring Disney animation and movie characters, and crafting their own text message using a wide selection of type fonts and colors. The design possibilities are infinite, and the shirts are printed on site while guests wait using premium environmentally friendly water-based ink.
“At the Design-a-Tee store, visitors can dream it, design it and watch their custom Hanes T-shirts being made,” said Sidney Falken, Senior Vice President of the Hanes brand. “The store combines all the magic of Disney and Hanes to create immediate one-of-a-kind keepsakes and souvenirs of their visit to Walt Disney World.” Disney Design A Tee presented by Hanes is one of several critical brand investments for Hanes as part of a 10-year strategic marketing alliance with Disney.
Convenience Stores Feature 24 Shelf Roll-About Display
This four-sided, 24 shelf multi-use roll-about display has been used recently in several convenience stores.
The unit creates a flexible, versatile display that can merchandise a variety of different products throughout the store.
The unit has adjustable shelves that can set flat or be tilted down. It also offers good graphic capabilities and accommodates a lot of weight. The Roll-About Display was provided by Nashville Display, a Lebanon, TN-based point-of-purchase display company.
Pioneer Featuring Interactive Pro DJ
Pioneer Electronics Professional Sound & Visual Division, has introduced the Pioneer Pro DJ Retail Experience, two modular, interactive in-store displays designed to deliver a hands-on experience for its Pro DJ product lines in the retail environment.
The Pro DJ Retail Experience accommodates the full line of Pioneer Pro DJ products including the popular DJM mixers, CDJ and DVJ turntables and the SVM audio/video mixer.
“The display provides a new shopping experience for Pro DJ retailers and consumers alike. The tutorial videos and detailed product information educate and encourage potential customers to mix and scratch with the equipment when a salesperson isn't available, providing an 'extra hand' during busy retail hours,” said Matt Dever, V.P., for Pioneer’s Professional Division. Pioneer partnered with Kosakura, a Santa Ana, CA-based display firm to create this interactive retail display.
Hershey Features Premium Chocolate Display Environment
Hershey Chocolate wanted to develop a display that would convey a premium image without overpowering the chocolate section.
This fixtures’ metal scrolls, arc and frame are all powder coated in a textured black with a rich wood tone front in a deep mahogany to complete the feeling of a warm and inviting environment. The back drop graphic captures the colors and rich confections. The front hanging graphic is completed in a swirling die-cut shape with printed piece and hardware details.
The display provides rich textures and colors to drive the need to “have chocolate.” Shoppers are drawn to the section with the arc that rests high above the aisle, and the graphic tastefully features “Gifts & Fine Chocolates” and confections.
The chocolates are arranged in an inviting set and convey a sense of quality and organization. This display acts as an anchor for the entire category. This display was produced for Kroger grocery stores by Display Boys, a Santa Ana, CA-headquartered display firm.
Miller Welding Provides Distributors With New Store Set
Miller Electric Co. wanted to grow sales and build brand recognition of its high quality welding machines and accessories in welding distributor showrooms. This five-piece Miller Welding Powershop Store Set includes three single-sided wall displays and two free-standing, three-sided kiosks.
The company also wanted to support distributors by enhancing their retail impact with attractive permanent displays that showcase Miller products and services.
Miller Weld’s Powershop Store Set creates a total merchandising solution for participating welding supply showrooms, which typically have little retail or merchandising flair since the majority of their customers are industrial accounts served directly.
These permanent displays enable the distributor to stock and display Miller products that will cater to the growing number of walk-in customers who are novice or part-time welders. Miller provides product assortments, signage and even restocking services as part of the package for this long-run, turnkey solution for its distributors.
Large diameter steel tubes, shelving and other components give an industrial look and, along with the medium density fiberboard slatwall, provide strong support for up to 100 pounds of product per shelf at an economical cost. Signage can be easily changed and, depending upon the showroom space, the optimum layout can be created from a "store set" which is typically three flat wall panels and two three-sided circular kiosks.
The Miller Welding Powershop Floor Set was produced by Menasha Display Company, (Web Site: www.menashadisplay.com), a Brooklyn Park, MN, and Philadelphia, PA-based display firm.
NLU Products Opens Mall Kiosks
NLU Products, the developer of scratch-proof, transparent skins for mobile devices, has opened its first retail outlet located in the Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, IL. The kiosk will display and sell NLU Product's popular BodyGuardz and TatSkinz protective covering skin-like coverings for popular mobile devices.
Kirk Feller, President of NLU Products, said, “This new format will give Chicago shoppers the chance to see and touch our BodyGuardz and TatSkinz decorative and protective options for their iPod or mobile device. The kiosk is also being opened as a test location to help us better understand the marketing needs of our retail partners.”
BodyGuardz are a durable, thin layer of 'skin' that adheres directly onto the mobile device and protects the exterior from scratches. TatSkinz are decorative protectors for Apple iPhones and iPods. TatSkinz feature original artwork, and the skins provide protection similar to BodyGuardz. Installation services will be provided at the retail kiosk.
Iz3D Displays First 3D Monitor For Gamers
iZ3D Inc., the San Diego-based developer of advanced stereoscopic 3D visualization systems, has introduced its 3D monitor for video gamers to brick and mortar retail stores. iZ3D’s gaming display products are now being offered nationwide in Fry’s Electronics and Micro Center stores.
“The move to retail is another milestone in our pursuit of bringing 3D to the home market,” said Thomas Striegler, CEO of iZ3D. Since consumers lack experience with this new technology, seeing it proves a critical part of the purchasing decision.
Bridgestone Features Multi-Brand Tire Display
Bridgestone/Firestone is using this Multi-Brand Display in Bridgestone/Firestone retail stores.
The display allows the retailer to merchandise multiple tires in a 30" x 30" footprint that offers clear views of tire tread, side walls and fact tags. Adjustable/removable shelves offer the flexibility to merchandise tires several ways.
The sturdy display is constructed from sheet metal, steel tubing and wire all powder coated glossy metallic silver. It includes a styrene printed header and fact tags along with a set of vinyl banners printed 4 colors on 2 sides. This display was created for Bridgestone/Firestone by ASA Inc., a Bensenville, IL-based p.o.p. display firm.
Tri-State Aluminum is a full-service aluminum extrusion company offering all services needed to manufacture and assemble extruded aluminum exhibit and display components. Tri-State Aluminum provides custom aluminum extrusions to specifications. It offers fabrication, painting, anodizing, assembly and custom packaging services. For more information, contact Tri-State Alumium, 9 Ilene Court, Bldg. 6, Unit 5, Hillsborough, NJ 08844; (Tel.) 908-281-6400; (Web) www.tristateal.com.
Millusions is a patented metal process that captures light within the metal, giving off a 3-dimensional effect. Sheets of product can be ordered or they can be custom cut, and bended to specifications. Millusions is made of quality aluminum for structural integrity. Millusions can recreate logos and designs in the metal. For more information, contact Millusions, 170 S. Lively Blvd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007; (Tel.) 847-439-9955 (Web Site) www.millusions.com.
Zero U.S. is the provider of Zero Modular Exhibits and Displays. Easily customized, Zero truss or panels may be used exclusively as a total display or retail solution, or may be integrated into a custom display or fixtures in an existing space. Additionally, Zero beams offer a cost efficient method to house data and other cables from the floor to ceiling in open retail spaces. Fore more information, contact ZERO U.S. CORPORATION, (Tel.) 40l-724-4470, (Web) www.Zero-System.com.
Trion Industries Inc. will be showing this Bar Merchandiser with a Time-Saving Universal Mount. The newly expanded WonderBar ® line of bar merchandisers is outfitted with universal mounts that fit all types of thick and thin-walled gondola uprights. No tools installation saves time and labor and facilitates quick resets. The system supports merchandising via display hooks, scan hooks, plug-in style hooks, pusher hooks and bar-mount expandable wire trays and baskets. To learn more about this display, contact Rich Wildrick at Global Shop, Booth 3430, or call 800-444-4665.
Tiger Drylac U.S.A., Inc. will be showing one of its newest additions, Abrasion Resistant Powder Coatings. These were specifically developed for the retail environment, which can benefit from the significantly increased abrasion resistance of these finishing materials for store fixtures, cash wraps, shelves, etc. To learn more about this product, contact Ute Wallner at Global Shop, Booth 3138, or call 909-930-9100.
Northern Wire Products will be showing this Gondola Sunglasses Display produced for a mid-sized sunglass manufacturer. The display was able to gain more product visibility in a flexible environment while not consuming a lot of retail space. The display brought a 450% increase in same store sales over the previous year. To learn more about this display, contact Northern Wire Products, at Global Shop, Booth 2538, or call 320-258-2362.
Testrite Visual Products will be showing the Creo display system, an innovative modular display system designed in Italy, that features tool free assembly and heavy load capability. Creo doesn't have a lot of components, but it is designed to be configured in many different ways. One of the many types of displays that Creo can be used to create is furniture quality podiums. Testrite has the exclusive license to manufacture Creo in the United States. To learn more about the Creo display system, contact Larry Rubin at Global Shop, Booth 2451, or call 201-543-0240.
Nashville Display will be showing this unique, mobile DVD display, constructed from wood, metal and acrylic. The display features curved graphic side panels and a laser cut header sign. The display is space efficient and it presents a contemporary image, while providing a useful feature, (easy mobility) for retailers. To learn more about this display contact Richard Hornsby at Global Shop, Booth 5641; or call 615-743-2950.
Sony Safeway Lane Blocker. Sony worked in collaboration with a snack manufacturer to develop a compact DVD/Snack cross-merchandiser. This display can be positioned in different areas of the store as the display rests on heavy-duty, locking casters. Graphics and powder-coating match existing decor of the more upscale Safeway venues. Sony was able to specially position its "hot" titles in high traffic areas of the store. Created by Cornerstone Display Group, 13834 Del Sur St., San Fernando, CA 91340.
Pioneer Pro DJ Retail Experience Display. The Pioneer Pro DJ Retail Experience was designed to enable shoppers to "Hear, See, and Feel the Pioneer Difference!" It allows the consumer to have a better tactile experience with the products. The consumer also has a chance to see what combination of products are available with a simple touch of a red selector button. Created by Kosakura Co., 2215 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707.
Georgia Pacific Paper Plate Shelving System. This display was required to be easy to install with fewer parts and at a lower cost. The unit is flexible and holds a range of products and sizes. The unit is durable and was created with an eco-friendly 95% recycled plastic. It stands upright so that shopper can quickly see the different types of plates improving the shopping experience. Created by POP Displays, 555 Tuckahoe Rd., Yonkers, NY 10710.
Matrix Blue-ray End Cap Display. This display had to create a feature location for blu-ray and demonstrate the benefits of the Blu-ray hardware and software to the consumer. The display had to integrate both hardware and software in an impactful way. The display is constructed from metal, powder coated MDF and plastic. The unit stocks Blu-ray players and movies and has a 37" wide screen TV and Blu-ray player. Created by Nashville Display, 306 Hartmann Dr., Lebanon, TN 37087.
Outwater Plastics offers Cable Shelving Hardware providing easy-to-install hardware in a cost-effective and attractive alternative to conventional, view-impeding shelving. Outwater's Cable Shelving Hardware comes in different kitted arrangements comprising various lengths of high-strength 1/l6" galvanized aircraft cable, suitable for use in floor to ceiling, wall to wall and wall to floor applications. For more information, contact Outwater Plastics Industries, 24 River Road, Bogota, NJ 07603.
Trion Industries, Inc. offers ShelfWorks®, an all-in-one shelf organization and signage solution. This shelf management system organizes product on the shelf and promotes sales with its complimentary shelf-edge label holders, built-in promo clips, pusher paddle messages, imprinted front product stops and lane top-header messages. Divider styles range from acrylic, extruded or molded plastic to wire, and auto feed systems including spring, gravity and manual feed. For more information, contact Trion Industries, Inc., 297 Laird Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA l8702.
MBT Integrated LCD Tower Shoe Display
This freestanding tower boasts a 7" LCD display that highlights the unique story of the MBT brand as well as showcases up to 8 pairs of men's or women's MBT branded shoes. Its white, streamlined metal construction creates a resilient brand statement that demands attention in high traffic retail stores. The sleek display design and choice of durable high quality materials reinforces MBT's recognizable style and allows the consumer to experience the high quality level of MBT product. The MBT Integrated LCD Tower Shoe Display was created by SMS, Inc., 760 Lakeside Drive, Suite D, Gurnee, IL 60031.
Monster Cable Beats By Dr. Dre Counter Headphones Display
Monster Cable is using this counter display to promote its Beats By Dr. Dre headphones. These high definition headphones feature an advanced speaker design and state of the art noise canceling for the best sound reproduction. This display allows shoppers to try the headphones on and experience it for themselves. This display was created for Monster Cable by Kosakura Co., 2215 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707.
Mizuno Glove and Bat 4 Sided Display
This display merchandises baseball fielding gloves, batting gloves and bats. It is constructed from wood, metal, wire and plastic. It features a two-dimensional header that showcases the Mizuno Logo. The high gloss, high impact vertical inter-changeable signs provide product information and show some all-star major league baseball players. The display attracts consumers and gets the product off the shelf to maximize cross-selling opportunities. The Mizuno Glove and Bat 4-sided display was created by Nashville Display, 306 Hartmann Drive, Lebanon, TN 37087.
Pioneer Electronics KURO Branding Campaign
This display was designed to support the launch of Pioneer’s new KURO brand of ultra-black plasma televisions as well as to reinforce Pioneer's media campaign, “Seeing and Hearing Like Never Before.” The P.O.P. elements had to be modular and look compatible with the product to satisfy mass market retailers as well as upscale AV environments. The P.O.P. branding elements mirrored the look and feel and elegance of the TV while conveying the essentials of the ad campaign. The Pioneer Electronics KURO Branding Campaign was created by Cornerstone Display Group, Inc. 13834 Del Sur Street, San Fernando, CA 91340.
Special K Beverage Display
This display was built out of wire, tubing and sheet metal, powder-coated and decorated with 4-color process graphics on styrene with plastic insert and fasteners. The objective was to create a bold visual statement highlighting a new protein and calcium enhanced water, and to encourage single serve trial of the product. The display is designed to highlight the Special K logo. This display was created by Racks, Inc., 7684 St. Andrews Ave., San Diego, CA 92154.
Alutile has introduced Mo-Tube, a new high resistance modular tubing system. When used with the existing modular panel system from Alutile, the possibilities for a bold new design are endless. For more information, contact ALUTILE, 2435 Watt#l2 Quebec, Qc, Canada Gl2P 3X2.
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