There’s a question that’s been asked since the early beginnings of digital communication over 30 years ago. That question has been the focus of many debates, discussions, articles and research papers, as well as arguments between billions of parents and their children all over the world. It’s preoccupied governments, academics, companies, organisations and brands, and […]
Help Save the Bees with this Paper
Charles Darwin once said, “The life of man would be made extremely difficult if the bee disappeared.” In this day and age, Bees are in trouble. The average bee has to fly farther and farther to find the plants they need and this creates exhaustion and loss of life. Consider this paper a “Red Bull” […]
Get this….A Printed Toy Catalog
It is true! Amazon is going old-school. The company is reportedly planning to print up a toy catalog for the holidays. This will be a lot like the one that Toys R Us used to print up before it went bankrupt. The catalogs will be mailed to millions of Amazon customers and will also be available at Whole […]
Industrial Screen Printing: A Bright Future Ahead
Think screen printing is only used for decorating promotional items? You might be surprised! When you hear “screen printing”, your mind probably goes to decorative applications: t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and signs. If you’re a screen printing professional, you might be concerned about the future of your craft, as other printing methods like direct-to-garment printing have encroached on […]
American Flag Sales Bask in New Glory
American Flag Sales are increasing. In the flag business, summertime is like Christmas. After Memorial Day weekend, there’s Flag Day (June 14) and the Fourth of July, which all give sales a healthy boost. Eder Flag Manufacturing Co. in Oak Creek says it’s having a banner year. Sales are up 15%! A high political climante […]
At U.S. Flag Factory, Pride is Stitched Together
There is a great deal of pride in Gary Gibson’s job. He works as the director of operations for Annin Flagmakers at its 186,000-square-foot South Boston, Virginia, plant. He is one of many who helps the manufacturer produce 10 million flags per year. “I was in the Army for three years,” Gibson said. “After serving in the […]
Basic Guide to Digital Printing
More and more entrepreneurs are jumping in, so here is a guide to digital printing. Some are startups looking for a new business opportunity, but most are experienced sign professionals upgrading from vinyl graphics. Either way, there are important factors, and potential pitfalls that must be considered. Taking the plunge without thoughtful planning can complicate […]
Pirate Printer = Raubdruckerin
Sometimes you just need to pause and look around you. Things go by so fast that you may stop and miss the simple art right beneath your feet. The art team behind this Raubdruckerin, meaning pirate printer, is using sewer covers and street vents to create one of kind bags and shirts. Bouncing around the city […]
L.L.Bean’s Clever New Print Ad
Marketing should embody exactly what your brand stands for. Not just communicate your brand, but BE the brand. L.L.Bean had a recent example that we feel hits the nail right on the head. This clever new print ad that is barely there until activated by sunlight. Yep, that’s correct, you have to physically go outside […]
Sappi Pop packs a PUNCH
Well it has been a while since we have put out some new content and I blame myself. The old print job has really been taking a toll this year, but we are back and better than ever with some new content. Brian and I committed to getting back to our readers and making sure […]