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August 15, 2019 SignIndustry.com e-Newsletter
Inkjet Opportunity in Smart Textiles
What's Smart About Textiles? The term 'smart textiles' currently lacks a common definition. Functional textiles, particularly those that respond to thermal or other environmental stimuli, are often considered to be smart textiles. Such textiles actually fall into the 'passive textiles' category, and the smart nature of these fabrics is often displayed by color or form change.
No Time to Sell?
The day starts. You arrive at the office, sit at your desk and ask out loud, 'What will the day bring?'
Directionality Films and Auto Wraps
I've been seeing a lot of discussions online about whether or not certain color change films are directional. So let's take a closer look.
Cut and Sew: Opportunity Abounds, But It's Not for the Faint of Heart
The addition of cut and sew services to a garment decorator's business can provide a true value-added service that has the potential to increase business and attract new customers.
Finishing Opportunities in the World of Wide-Format Printing
More than just sewing on a machine, the finishing process requires an individual to be multifaceted with the capacity to handle all it entails.
What You Need to Know About Digital Graphic Textile Printing
Textile signage is as old as the Model T. With the advantages of today's digital technology, it is faster and easier than ever to produce a textile sign.
Solving Screen Printed Edge and Surface Problems
Sometimes in the screen making, or screen printing, process problems can arise that have to be solved immediately. After all, time is money! Those problems may occur without any known cause, resulting in more time spent on determining what happened and how to resolve it.
Challenges and Solutions for Retail Graphic Installations
Retail graphic installations cover a wide variety of printing and application processes and methods and can be great for your business.
Viewing Distance: The Misunderstood Concept
Understanding viewing distance is a concept that has to be taught and examples are about the best way to do so.
School District Gets High Marks for Exterior Sign Upgrades
LED displays effectively and quickly communicate to constituents
The Shapes of Things to Come: Direct-to-Object Printing Bridges the Gap Between Industrial and Commercial
Last June, Rochester, New York, hosted the 16th Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival. The week-long event drew more than 205,000 music aficionados from around the world to hear 1,500 artists at 19 venues around the city.
Is Your CNC Router Still Fit for Purpose?
While the older machine may still work just fine, it may be time for an upgrade, just the same.
Gilding: Time-tested Tips from Modern-day Pros.
Gilding is an ancient art that dates back to Egyptian times.
Choosing the Right Vendor
Making sure you align your company with vendor partners who will assist you in integrating their new product/service offering long-term are crucial to your success.
Using a Price List Tool
Many businesses rely on a pricing list for their customer bids. This is especially true for new business owners who are learning not only what it takes to be a good printer, but also what it takes to be a good business owner.
