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Rams Rejuvenation: Riverview High School Stadium Transformed
Posted on by Liliana Wright Posted in Case Studies & Profiles, Marketing & Sales, News & Trends, Technology & Products
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Rams Rejuvenation: Riverview High School Stadium Transformed

In the heart of Sarasota, Florida, a remarkable transformation story unfolded at Riverview High School. UFabrik and LexJet, leaders in their respective industries, embarked on a mission to revitalize the school’s stadium, a project that promised to infuse it with energy, color, and school spirit mirroring the essence of the Riverview High School Rams.

Unleashing a Dynamic Collaboration

The transformation began with a shared vision between UFabrik and LexJet. Their expertise in textile innovation and printing technology was the perfect match for reimagining the Riverview High School Stadium. The goal was to create a space that not only looked spectacular but also resonated with the energy of the student body and staff.

Creating Durable, Vibrant Graphics

UFabrik is the leader in textile innovation, and its wide array of products stand as a testament to adaptability and high performance. Their fabrics work flawlessly with a broad range of super-wide-format UV, Latex, and dye sublimation technologies, ensuring smooth operation.  The collaboration focused on producing graphics that were visually impactful, durable, and representative of the school’s spirit. UFabrik’s high-quality textiles were chosen for their longevity and ability to complement a wide range of printing technologies. The use of industry-leading fabrics ensured that the printed banners would withstand the test of time and weather, maintaining their brilliance for years to come.

Meticulous Craftsmanship from Design to Display

The journey from design to final display was a showcase of meticulous craftsmanship. The result was a series of banners and flags that transformed the stadium into a showcase of pride and spirit. The attention to detail during the production phase was a testament to the commitment of UFabrik to deliver nothing short of excellence.

A Stadium Transformed

As the custom banners and flags were unveiled, Riverview High School witnessed a remarkable transformation. The once ordinary and empty space was now a vibrant showcase of the Rams’ spirit. The revitalized stadium became a true reflection of the school’s spirit, instilling a sense of pride in students, faculty, and the entire community. The new graphics have given the high school the look of a professional-grade stadium, with banners wrapping around the field in every direction while adding a sense of competitive intimidation for opposing teams that visit the campus.

Investing in the Community

Beyond the collaborative project, both UFabrik and LexJet share a common belief in investing in the local community. This initiative showcased their commitment to leveraging resources and expertise to contribute positively to the education and environment of the Sarasota school.

This partnership stands as a shining example of how businesses can make a meaningful impact on local communities. Riverview High School’s revitalized stadium is not just a physical transformation, but a symbol of the enduring spirit and unity fostered by companies dedicated to making a difference where it matters most.

To discover how the UFabrik portfolio can transform your environment, reach out to a LexJet Customer Specialist at 800-453-9538 or visit LexJet.com.

Posted on by Liliana Wright Posted in Marketing & Sales, Technology & Products
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Make a Big Impact in the Competitive Wedding Market

Postponed weddings because of COVID are coming back. Today’s wedding boom marks the busiest season in 40 years, according to NPR.

Being prepared for the wedding season gives you a competitive edge that can impact your growth and profit. Posters, banners, and window films meet retail customers’ demands, as they compete in a hot market where 2.5 million couples in the U.S. are expected to tie the knot.

The customer base for the wedding industry is endless, including big box stores, florists, bakers, bridal salons, and many more wedding vendors looking for attention-grabbing signage quickly and efficiently to bring in their customers.

Here are some suggested media choices to help your retail customers stand out to the millions of couples tying the knot:

Posters

  • LexJet Satin Poster Paper 200g – Latex and SUV
  • LexJet 8 Mil Production Satin Photo Paper – Aqueous

Banners

  • LexJet TOUGHcoat™ ThriftyBanner – Aqueous
  • HP 13-oz Prime Gloss Banner – Latex and SUV
  • LexJet TOUGHcoat™ Water-Resistant Polypropylene – Aqueous and Latex

Window Graphics

  • Mactac IMAGin Bfree Window Film – Latex, and SUV
  • LexJet Simple Low Tack White Vinyl – Latex and SUV
  • LexJet Simple Low Tack Clear Vinyl – Latex and SUV
  • LexJet Simple Perforated Vinyl 70/30 – Latex and SUV
  • LexJet Crystal Low-Tack Polyester – Aqueous
  • LexJet Aqueous Perforated Vinyl (70/30) – Aqueous
  • General Formulations 208 White Static Cling – Latex and SUV
  • General Formulations 207 Clear Static Cling – Latex and SUV

To learn more about the opportunities for wedding-related signage, contact a LexJet Customer Specialist at 800-4-LEXJET.

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Posted on by Jennifer Corn Posted in Technology & Products
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Marabu Mara®Ban CS Anti-Microbial Additive Now Available from LexJet

Marabu Mara®Ban CS Anti-Microbial Additive

Laminates have long protected graphics from the elements, but now there’s an urgent need for anti-microbial protection, as well. To help combat the growth of microbes on coated surfaces, Marabu created Marabu Mara®Ban CS Anti-Microbial Additive, formulated to be used in conjunction with ClearShield Liquid Coatings.

It’s a simple two-part additive system that works with all ClearShield formulas and provides ongoing anti-microbial protection. This new additive is perfect for signage, wall coverings, and protective shields found in healthcare facilities, schools, restaurants, etc.

While Mara Ban CS helps safeguard against microbes, Marabu’s ClearShield line has been protecting wide-format graphics against UV-rays for years, as well as offering chemical and abrasion resistance.

Suggested applications include:

  • Banners
  • Wallcoverings
  • Floor graphics
  • Banner stands
  • Decals

Watch the video above to learn how to properly mix Mara®Ban CS Anti-Microbial Additive and your ClearShield liquid of choice.

If you are looking for this or other products to help create social distancing graphics and to meet health and safety guidelines, please give us a call at 800-453-9538 or visit the LexJet Resource page.

Posted on by Jennifer Corn Posted in Tips & Tricks
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3 Easy and Eye-catching Ways to Create Restaurant Signage

In the current market, restaurants and bars are using temporary signage like never before. Many restaurants have come up with some creative ideas, while others are just making sure customers get important information like temporary hours and where to pick up orders.

We’ve definitely seen some handmade and even hand-written signs that could use a little sprucing up. Fortunately, print service providers have a variety of solutions available to help restaurants become a little more sign savvy, and these options can be designed, printed and installed all in one day.

Say it with chalk: Chalkboards are an easy way to share messaging that changes by the hour, by the day or even by the week, so signage that looks professional but can be updated quickly and easily is a must. General Formulations 290 ChalkMark™ is 5 mil matte black chalkboard vinyl with a clear, high-tack removable adhesive that can be mounted to Chloroplast or an A-frame. While it is compatible exclusively with UV-curable printers, chalkboard signage can be used unprinted and customized with contour cut stickers.

Tried-and-true banners: Hanging banners are still one of the most popular ways to deliver temporary messages. LexJet TOUGHcoat™ Blockout ThriftyBanner is compatible with aqueous printers and 13 oz. Ultraflex SuperPrint® Plus FL Gloss and Matte are great solutions for solvent, latex and screen printers. Partner with BannerUps for easy and durable display.

Yard signs for the quick win: To direct traffic or display messaging and phone numbers for easier ordering and curbside pick-up, yard signs are a quick solution that can be displayed close to the road. Printed self-adhesive vinyl, such as LexJet TOUGHcoat AquaVinyl PSA adhered to corrugated plastic boards with metal step stakes is an easy way to go. Yard signs are great to have on hand as election season is right around the corner, too.

If you have questions about these or other temporary signage, please give us a call at 800-453-9538 or visit LexJet.com.

Have you created eye-catching temporary signage for your customers? We’d love to hear from you.

Tips for Printshops Before & After COVID-19
Posted on by Shellie Terry Posted in News & Trends, Tips & Tricks
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Tips for Printshops Before & After COVID-19

We gathered a panel of LexJet team members and asked them to share what they’ve been hearing in the market, along with tips and ideas to help printshops continue to operate, help their communities and weather this storm.

During this free webcast we discuss:

  • Using print to help your communities and collaborating with your peers
  • Marketing ideas to share with your customers
  • Material availability and inventory
  • Have downtime? Use this time wisely to be a step ahead
  • Best business practices for your company
  • Communicating with customers

Watch the Webcast Now!

If you have any questions for our panel, please call 800-453-9538 to connect with our team. We are here to help during this unprecedented time, so please reach out to us. Stay healthy, and let us know how you’re doing!

Posted on by Shellie Terry Posted in News & Trends
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Everything You Need to Transform Your Space for the Big Game

Is your town hosting the next big game? For your customers who manage restaurants, bars and other gathering places, help them optimize the opportunity to celebrate the game while prepping their space with fun graphics for windows, walls, floors, tabletops and more.

We’ve hand-selected some of the versatile media products you’ll want to stock up now, before the rush hits your print shop! (Look for the ֍ for super multi-purpose products that work for a variety of jobs.) These easy-to-handle, quick-install products are ideal for these temporary applications:

Indoor Walls, Backlit & Temporary Signage:

LexJet Simple WallCal. A premium matte, semi-rigid white vinyl film that provides exceptional image quality, ease of handling, perfect for contour cutting and won’t curl over time. Simple to print, install and remove wall graphics, murals and decals.

HP Durable Backlit Fabric. An enhanced fabric used to create high-impact displays for retail POP with outstanding image quality when printed with HP Latex Inks. Excellent for indoor signage and backlit displays.

LexJet 8 Mil Absolute Backlit. A translucent, 8-mil polyester film with an instant-dry, matte-finish coating on the front surface of the film produces a super-wide color gamut for brilliant colors and sharp details. Add a pressure-sensitive laminating film to protect the prints while handling.

֍HP Prime Matte Air GR. This matte-finish, intermediate adhesive vinyl offers outstanding image quality and “pop.” The gray removable adhesive is opaque for maximum coverage. This vinyl installs easily with a low-profile air release liner. Also a good option for windows.

Banners, Banner Stands & More:

Ultraflex SuperPrint Plus 13 oz Matte or Gloss. A front-lit banner or billboard material with a smooth front-side finish for picture perfect imaging and an enhanced backside surface for better movement across the print platen and an improved white point.

HP Everyday Blockout Display Film. A heavyweight film at an economical price with a light-blocking opaque layer that prevents show-through so viewers see clean, crisp images.

֍LexJet FlexTek 170g  or FlexTek SUV 200g. Super-versatile media that works for banners, temporary signage and even gallery wraps. The non-woven technical fabric base provides stability and strength for grommets, stitching, wrapping and folding.

֍LexJet Satin Poster Paper 200g. A PVC-free, indoor sign and poster paper with a bright white satin finish that produces richly detailed posters and water-resistant prints. It’s ideal for poster and POS signage applications and compatible with most over laminates and protective coatings for more durable indoor and short-term outdoor applications.

Windows, Floors & Exterior Walls: 

LexJet Simple Perforated Window Vinyl 70/30. Produce see-through window graphics that attract attention and increase store traffic. The 70% printable area, 30% open area pattern, and 1.5 mm hole size is an ideal combination for producing eye-catching prints that do not obstruct visibility.

֍panoRama Walk & Wall. The ultimate one-step solution for indoor and outdoor floors, walls and more. Repositionable and durable, with no lamination required. Slip resistant and sticks to almost any surface: tile, glass, carpet, metal, sidewalks, etc.

HP Grip Matte Polymeric Air. An aggressive, high-tack adhesive is the ideal choice when mounting to rough surfaces or demanding low-energy plastics. Save time during installation with double-sided, lay-flat, air release liner for easy, bubble-free installation.

Menu Boards & Countertops:

֍HP Optimal Gloss Air GRP. A premium polymeric calendered vinyl that provides stunning print performance. The gray repositionable adhesive provides opacity to achieve the desired hiding power on multiple surfaces. Very versatile product that works for indoor and outdoor signage, fleet graphics, windows, retail displays, decals and more.

Magnum Magnetic DigiMag Matte or Gloss. A versatile magnetic substrate allows you to print directly to magnet without the need to over-laminate. The material can be cut to any shape with cutters, plotters, or even a pair of scissors.

Vehicles & Transit:

Avery MPI 1105 Series. A premium gloss opaque vinyl designed for use in fleet marking and vehicle wrap as well as corporate identity applications. Superior conformability to irregular surfaces such as compound curves and corrugations.

General Formulations MetroMark Transit Vinyl. A flexible matte opaque vinyl with a removable adhesive. Applications include bus kings, queens and tail posters as well as many short and long term removable graphics.

More Space-Transforming Ideas:

LexJet Promo-Point Table Tents. Printable media for any laser printer that can take up to 12.9 in. material widths. Made for high visual impact, and used at the point of sale for bars, grills and restaurants. Each sheet produces three full-bleed table tents.

LexJet Promo-Point Decals. New and improved decals that adhere to any smooth surface and remove without leaving residue. Available in a multitude of different finishes and looks for use on laser printers for water and fade resistance.