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SGIA Introduces Digital Color
Professional Certifi cation
Th e Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) announced
the SGIA Digital Color Professional certifi cation
— and the fi rst class of credentialed imagers. “Color is important
to a successful job and customer satisfaction. You
need to get it right consistently, especially when branding
is involved. We created the SGIA Digital Color Professional
certifi cation as a way to prove what you can do,” said Ray
Weiss, digital imaging specialist, SGIA.
Achieving certifi cation is a two-step process. First, the applicant
takes a written test to demonstrate his or her knowledge.
Upon passing, they must print a test image provided
by SGIA. SGIA staff then evaluates the color quality and consistency
using industry agreed-upon specifi cations. Also of
note is the spot color management that the student demonstrates
with this test image. “Th e theoretical knowledge that
goes into accurate color is key, but what sets a printer apart
is the ability to get it right in practice,” Weiss said. “Imagers
with an SGIA Certifi ed Digital Color Professional badge have
proven their knowledge and demonstrated their skills.”
Th e fi rst class of credentials came from students who
have attended SGIA’s Color Management Boot Camp. Of the
16 students who took the written test, just seven achieved
certifi cation.
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August 2017 Wide-Format & Signage 9
Durst Image Technology US Adds
Industry Veteran Rick Scrimger in
Executive Role
Durst Image Technology US added Rick Scrimger as director
of business development and strategic initiatives. Rick will be
heading up several business units in addition to contributing
to the overall company strategy within Durst North American
operations. “Durst has always been an aspirational brand, making
fantastic products that lead the industry in innovation,” said
Rick Scrimger, “I’m excited to be able to be a part of this dynamic
team, and hope to help Durst continue to grow and diversify in
the future.” “We’re excited to welcome Rick to Durst. He and I have
known each other for many years. His background at managing
growth and scaling a business will serve us well as we continue
to drive innovative new products and segments in North America,”
said Tim Saur, managing director and CEO of Durst Image
Technology US. “In addition, his extensive background in the sign,
digital print, label, and photographic markets provides our company
and the customer base with highly ethical and knowledgeable
resource, making him the perfect addition to our team.”
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SpeedPro Imaging Introduces
HP UV Flatbed Printer
SpeedPro Imaging adopted new technology allowing franchise owners
to bring improved services and products to customers. Th e delivery
of the HP FB FB550 UV Flatbed printer to SpeedPro Imaging studios
across the country emphasizes that commitment. Th is large-format
printer enables studio owners to load, print, and collect media simultaneously,
allowing a continuous workfl ow, saving both time and money.
Rigid materials are no longer a cause of concern with this HP UV fl atbed
printer. Local SpeedPro Imaging studios can print directly to your rigid
and fl exible substrates, eliminating the need for two materials and
eliminating the additional labor involved. SpeedPro Imaging studio
owners can print on a wide range of substrates. Aluminum, wood, glass, mirror or acrylic, anything up to
2.25” thick, are possibilities. Th is provides more options to accomplish a variety of high-quality large-format
printing applications for wall murals, event graphics and window graphics.
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