Education Catalog, Badges and Signage Catalog, and Architectural Signage Catalog Navitor has announced new products added to its Badges and Signage and Folders product lines. These products are debuting in the new Education Catalog, Badges and Signage Catalog, and Architectural Signage Catalog. New stadium and banner products debuting in the Education Catalog include noisemaking BamBams and Fan Fans. Colorful rally hands and fan letters are intended to be used to add color to the stands at sports events, and mesh banners feature a permeable stock that was created with outdoor use in mind. Newly available in the Badges and Signage Catalog are bling badges. These badges feature full color print and rhinestones. Mesh banners and fan letters are also featured in this catalog. Navitor has also expanded its product offering of architectural signs, an extension of their badge and sign selection. With signage options selected to reflect the needs of contractors, ranging from ADA compliant signage to outdoor signage for use on office buildings or manufacturing sites. PrintingNews.com/10067843 Xerox Revolution Digital Photo Paper Domtar has introduced the Xerox Revolution Digital Photo Paper, the first xerographic paper that has the look and feel of silver halide photographic papers, the traditional standard for photographic image quality. It provides the realistic skin tones and nuanced highlights that make images come to life, and has a smooth, lustrous finish that requires no specialized coatings. The paper is archival and acid-free, and is tested Continued from page 24 BM350 The BM350 from Morgana System can produce booklets of up to 35 sheets of 20 pounds. The BM500 is the first Morgana bookletmaker to incorporate the new full-color touchscreen interface giving very clear visible instructions functions. The bookletmaker can be supplied with a lead edge trimmer and with the Morgana Squarefold option for flat edged books. and qualified to run in all Xerox iGen platforms as well as in other Xerox presses. Because there’s no longer a need for a second production step to achieve permanence and archival quality, the products are compatible across a wide range of xerographic printers. That means you can reliably print professional-quality photos, even in small quantities. special occasion photographs such as wedding portraits, family photos and albums, as well as elegant photo books. The product comes in 13x19-inch sheets so that two 8x10-inch photographs pass through Xerox equipment or can be duplex printed to create keepsake Executive Q&A: AlphaGraphics’ New President, Aaron Grohs PN: Looking ahead, what major innovations or technologies do you believe will shape the future of the industry? Why? AG: There are two major areas for growth and innovation in our industry, the first being faster and larger-format digital print capabilities. This will allow marketers to deliver solutions that are not possible or economical in the traditional offset environment. The second area is utilizing technology to integrate and automate the process from initial consumer request through delivery. Printers are looking for a competitive edge by offering marketers solutions that deliver timely and relevant communications to their audiences. AlphaGraphics is committed to maintaining our leadership position in these two areas. PN: What is the biggest piece of advice you would give to printers and others involved in this industry? AG: Technology is creating a whole new world of opportunities, and printers will struggle to survive by selling printing alone. We are in the business of helping marketers communicate the right message to New Products to the operator on all machine PrintingNews.com/10006760 With its smooth finish and a highend lustrous look, the is great for can be printed in a single photo books. PrintingNews.com/10004963 the right audience in the right way. This requires us to deliver comprehensive marketing solutions that involve not just print but may also include other forms of technology and media such as video, social media, mobile, e-commerce, and the Internet. PN: Is there anything else you would like to share with our readers? AG: I’m proud to be part of the AlphaGraphics team and I’m energized about the future. We have successfully transformed the business into a leading digital print, technology, signage and marketing services provider. In today’s complex and technology-driven industry it’s more difficult than ever to “go it alone.” Businesses who associate with the AlphaGraphics franchise brand—with its proven systems and standards, marketing resources, training programs, lead generation support, group purchasing power and a network of 250 entrepreneurs—have a significant advantage. Find this article at PrintingNews.com/12112010 PrintingNews.com Printing News | October 2015 33
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