Sterling Promotional Corp, White Plains, NY, will be showing this inflatable chair, designed together with Pepperidge Farm, as part of a huge nationwide promotion for the Pepperidge Farm Gold Fish crackers. The offering of the chair to consumers proved to be as popular as the crackers. Sterling’s patented chairs assure that a promotion will be worry free, attention getting with dynamic results. The unique chair can be made in adult, children or display size. A choice of material, color and graphics helps make the chair visually exciting. To learn more about inflatable chairs, contact Steve Linder at the POPAI Show, Booth 9613; or call 914-694-6500.
Conocraft, McAfee, NJ, will be showing Nabisco Aisle Architecture, which was designed to increase both overall category sales and Nabisco sales by pulling traffic down the aisle. Aisle Architecture is a new concept that turns the entire grocery aisle into one giant display. Various sized riser cards can be seen from virtually anywhere in the store, and serve as a beacon to consumers luring them into the aisle. The Nabisco message is also seen on the reverse side of the display. Complementing the riser cards are end-caps, brand designators, shelf-talkers, floor-talkers and channel strips that continue to involve the customer as they enter the aisle. To learn more about this display concept, contact John Scopa at the POPAI Show; Booth 8000; or call 973-209-1313.
Fiberoptic Lighting Inc., Grants Pass, OR, will be introducing "The Mannequin Cube" which may be used to enhance retail environments. Fiber optics can provide increased profits with high visibility and low maintenance. "The Mannequin Cube" shows various effects using a wide range of substrates, three dimensional lettering and interesting fiber optic "animation". This sophisticated form of graphic can be utilized in any retail area from high-tech electronics, to juvenile themes, to elegant jewelry displays. To learn more about this display, contact Hyla Lipson, at the POPAI Show, Booth 8020; or call 541-476-6900.
Frank Mayer & Associates, Inc., Grafton, WI, will be showing "My Interactive Pooh Display" produced for Mattel Toys. A motion sensor causes Pooh to speak directly to the consumer and draws attention to the display. Four push buttons on the display activate different qualities of the toy, clearly showing its features. Because the display demonstrates the features/benefits of the toy so well, retailers have enthusiastically accepted the new product and display, and current sales have exceeded expectations. To learn more about this display contact Allen Buchholz at the POPAI Show, Booth 7206; or call 414-377-4700.
Smurfit-Stone Display Group, Sandston, VA, will be showing this Eckerd Cough/Cold Center which was created to replace a permanent display fixture yet still achieve product visibility with ease of placement and set-up at retail. The unit may be restocked by the retailers with pre-existing display components that interlock on the center column to give flexibility according to sellout history. It is also adaptable to changes in product mix by accommodating existing powerwings used in the current program. To learn more about this display, contact Diana Campbell, at the POPAI Show, Booth 8400; or call 888-520-8900.
RTC Industries Inc., Rolling Meadows, IL, will be showing the Kmart Video Games System, which was designed to create a distinctive Kmart-owned video game department. Kmart wanted to re-establish its "ownership" of the department and gain the flexibility to adapt to changing consumer tastes. The system leveraged Kmart’s existing fixturing systems to minimize expense. Visually Kmart’s video game department identity is maintained regardless of which brands are emphasized. A high level of modularity allows Kmart to quickly change the department in response to market dynamics. All department signage can be changed because of simple lift and drop header graphics. The interactive unit is engineered to accept any of the major video game hardware. The new merchandising program is a definitive success with more than 1,200 displays having been placed. To learn more about the system, contact Bruce Vierck at the POPAI Show, Booth 7834; or call 847-640-5180.
Art-Phyl Creations, Hialeah, FL, will be showing its expanded line of stock plastic KWIK-PANEL displays and its new TRI-PANEL revolving display racks. Tri-PANEL is available in counter, floor and wall extension styles. The displays are shipped in UPS size cartons and can be set up in the field without any tools. They are available direct from the factory in small or large quantities in standard colors of black and white. Custom colors are also available. To learn more about this line of stock plastic displays, contact Art Hochman at the POPAI Show, Booth 8050; or call 800-327-8318.
Miramar Designs, Fort Worth, TX, will be showing Millennium Countdown Clocks. Miramar Designs is the exclusive supplier of 01-01-00, The mark of the Millennium Countdown Clocks. The clocks are offered in four different sizes as well as a full line of Millennium P.O.P. accessories, including signs, fixture toppers and counter displays. To learn more about his display, contact Kim Gerdeman, at the POPAI Show, Booth 7636; or call 817-457-4981.
Heritage Frame & Glass Creations, Ltd., Nesquehoning, PA, will be showing this Timberwolf Combination write-on board and cork board. The unit measures 16" x 24" and the marker board surface is made with a laminated color lithograph. This allows for more detailed and realistic artwork than can be easily incorporated into a standard dry erase write-on surface. Because it serves a practical purpose at the point of purchase, the versatility and functionality of this display are a valuable aid in achieving placement. To learn more about this display contact Jason Amodea at the POPAI Show, Booth 8048; or call 570-645-8701.
Alger Creations, Elmhurst, New York, will be showing this inflatable replica of the Gatorade Nascar to tie into the current excitement of Nascar racing. This display was hung at food establishments across the U.S. Custom shaped inflatable replicas are manufactured in Alger’s own plant in the U.S.A. since 1955. Minimum runs are as low as 500 pieces with delivery in 4 to 6 weeks. Sizes from 6 inches to 30 feet may be created to specifications. To learn more about the Gatorade and other inflatables, contact Alvin Brenner at the POPAI Show, Booth 7473; or call 718-396-1654.
Acrylic Designs, Inc., Springfield, Vermont, will be showing this floor standing unit made with 3/8" thick clear and frosted acrylic with brushed aluminum accents and mounted Duratrans. The base is MDF with brushed aluminum laminate. Header panels are screen printed brushed aluminum. The overall appearance conveys a cold, crisp and clean image for the product Smirnoff Vodka. To learn more about this display, contact Thomas Davidson, Booth 8245 at the POPAI Show; or call 802-885-8579.
Thorco Industries, Lamar, Missouri, will be showing this Wal-Mart DVD Merchandising Showcase. The display features six tiered wire shelf assembler-sheet metal end panels with front pricing strips. A sheet metal and tubing frame support the TV monitor and electronic components. Each unit contains an 8" color die-cut reflective graphic kit. All metal components are finished in silver vein powder coat. The unit makes a bold statement that DVD has arrived at Wal-Mart and educates consumers about the new Digital Video Disk technology. To learn more about this display, contact Gene Dearing at the POPAI Show, Booth 7614; or call 888-4THORCO.
Proprint Services Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, will be showing its colorful Base Wrap printed on card stock or poly with a film lamination on the front base, at 150 line screen. Image sizes from 15 ½" x 24" may be repeated on any length of wall. To learn more about this full color base wrap, contact Marc Salsky at the POPAI Show, Booth 7662; or call 1-888-776-7768.
Data Display, Philadelphia, PA, will be showing this Millennium Countdown Clock for Korbel Champagne, which reinforces Korbel’s position as "the official champagne of the Millennium" and as the worldwide sponsor of the Times Square 2000 celebration in New York City. The Korbel Countdown Clock serves as a permanent display and a useful countdown promotion throughout 1999. Data Display has also designed and produced a whole series of Millennium Countdown Clocks which are available for promotional use. To learn more about this display, contact Bob Levitt, at the POPAI Show, Booth 7638; or call 215-698-2600.
Concept Displays, Ontario, CA, will be showing this Gas Pump 108 sunglass display, designed to create a unique, high impact to encourage impulse shopping. The display is targeted to automotive supply, truck stops, motor sports outlets, car washes and convenience stores with gas retailing operations. The display features steel gray color panels to hold an assortment of 108 sunglasses; a revolving base which simulates a white wall tire and tread; a gas pump globe which displays the customer logo and an authentic gas nozzle and hose. Coordinated Performance Eyewear graphics, mirrors and sunglass labels add to the unifying impact of this display. To learn more about this display, contact Jimmy Vianu at the POPAI Show, Booth 8469; or call 909-974-1106.
Hankscraft Motors, Inc., Reedsburg, WI, will be showing this P.O.P. Light Rockit, a new motor powered by incandescent or fluorescent light. The motor oscillates when exposed to average light levels found in every store interior. Motion can be added to counter displays, shelf talkers and permanent displays without having to replace batteries. To learn more about this new motor, contact Joe Fish at the POPAI Sow, Booth 8411, or call 608-524-4341.
Meridian Display, St. Paul, MN, will be showing this eye-catching Standee Ballott Box Display produced with Arnold Advertising of New York. The display was designed as a cross-promotion piece for McDonalds, Johnsonville, and The Weber Grill Company. The promotion was used in an in-store contest/giveaway for the Milwaukee/McDonalds Co-op. Meridian, a full service Point-of-Purchase design and manufacturing firm with offices in St. Paul, MN and New York City, offers 200,00 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space to handle the largest, most demanding projects. To learn more about this display, contact Don Thaemert at the POPAI Show, Booth 8427; or call 1-888-575-7702.
Small Wonder Inflatables, Inc., El Cajon, CA, will be showing this SKECHERS USA Inflatable Slatwall Shelf. It is manufactured of 0.18 transparent PVC in five neon colors, and partnered for the first time with powder coated steel support wire. Bright neon inflatable draws attention and complements the "bubble shape" SKECHERS shoe designs. Repetitive silk screened logos reinforce brand awareness. The shelves are sturdy, easy to set-up and very economical encouraging reorders of this customized shelf. To learn more about this Inflatable Slatwall Shelf, contact Marita Searle-Schott at the POPAI Show, Booth 8138; or call 800-728-4466.
Visual Marketing Inc., Chicago, IL, will be showing this Bosch Outdoor Wiper Merchandiser. The objective of this display was to develop a durable and mobile outdoor wiper and refill blade merchandiser to penetrate a new market. Bosch wanted to increase sales by offering product outside of gas stations and anywhere blades aren’t currently merchandised. This weatherproof roll round cart holds a large assortment of blades and refills. A catalog is attached inside to help consumers make the right selection. To learn more about this display, contact Larry Zock at the POPAI Show, Booth 7242; or call 312-664-9177.
3 Strikes Custom Design, Stamford, CT, will be showing its Matrix AbsorbOBar and Counter Mats which feature its patented Matrix printing technique on terry cloth with another patented process that makes the fabric super absorbent. The process gives the Matrix cloth the ability to absorb liquids while maintaining a dry surface. It is used for bar mats in on-premise accounts as well as for in-store demonstration mats by cosmetics companies. To learn more about these bar and counter mats, contact Mark Kaufman at the POPAI Show, Booth 7256; or call 203-359-4559.
Brulene LLC, Nanuet, NY, will be showing these custom designed vinyl inflatables which were used as successful point-of-purchase displays for Coors Brewing Company. A 48” long guitar, a 26” tall original Coors can and a 28” tall original Coors bottle were produced. To learn more about these inflatables, contact Gary Stevens as the POPAI Show, Booth 8331; or call 914-623-3365.
Point 1 Displays Inc., Montreal, Canada will be showing this Rossignol Floor Display, a permanent display that commands a presence at large retail outlets. The display holds over 32 hanging Pullovers on one side of the display while the other side holds packaged turtlenecks. The side containing the bagged product allows retailers the flexibility to configure the product mix according to their market. The plastic pegboard side provides an easy option to position the pegs as required. To learn more about this display, contact Bruce Gornitsky at the POPAI Show, Booth 7853; or call 1-800-361-3233.
Iowa Rotocast Plastics, Decorah, IA, will be showing a full line of Ice Merchandisers including the all new Coca-Cola Teen Zone, which offers three separate ice merchandisers that fit together in a mobile base. The Teen Zone was designed to increase the sales and brand awareness of select Coca-Cola brands and to give ice merchandising a fresh youthful look. To learn more about this display, contact Dwight Jones at the POPAI Show, Booth 7259; or call 319-382-9636.
Display Products N.A. Inc., Ronkonkoma, NY, will be showing these oversized, injection-molded liquor bottle replicas. The products featured include Johnnie Walker Red, Johnnie Walker Black, Tanqueray Gin, Malacca, Tanqueray Sterling, Grand Marnier. To learn more about these injection-molded bottle replicas, contact Robert Schuelein, at the POPAI Show, Booth: 7265; or call 516-981-9788.
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