Designers are invited to post their ‘Explosion of possibilities in T-shirt printing’ themed designs on the Sign Africa and FESPA Africa Facebook page. Entries close on 10 September 2019. Competition rules: • Submitted designs should comprise of the ‘An Explosion of Possibilities in T-Shirt Printing’ theme. • Post your designs on the Sign Africa or FESPA […]
Many people want white inkjet ink. Sign makers need white ink to print on dark materials. Print shops need white ink as background for translucent materials for images in colour. The textile industry needs white ink so they can print onto dark fabrics. For UV, solvent and eco-solvent situations, white ink can be a spot […]
You see a lot of flat signs, and you see a fair amount of 3D signs with flat layers — but you don’t see very many signs with curved panels or curved faces. It’s a great-looking effect Peter Poanessa from Keene Signworx in New Hampshire uses very successfully to add extra visual kick to an […]
The popular Speed Wrap Challenge will be held at the upcoming Sign Africa and FESPA Africa Expo, taking place from 11-13 September at Gallagher Convention Centre. Wrap a car door in 10 minutes and stand a chance to win cash prizes. Compete in 3 easy steps: • Register up to 3 of your best wrappers […]
According to Elan Davidson, Technical Director at Moving Tactics Digital Impact, most of their clients want them to create an innovative, creative and memorable experience for their audience. It’s all about using the event, activation or stand as an opportunity to have people interact with your brand in a way that generates intrigue and talk […]
Massivit 3D discusses the benefits of projection mapping or video mapping. Projection mapping projects still or moving 2-dimensional images onto flat or 3D surfaces, often irregularly shaped surfaces. Projection or video mapping software adapts the video content to the object’s 3-dimensional curves and edges with precision. Thus, the projection becomes part of the object. This […]
MacQuip will exhibit its flatbed graphic printer, as well as its automatic back neck label and small garment screen printer at the upcoming Sign Africa and FESPA Africa Expo, taking place from 11-13 September at Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg. Flatbed graphic printer This unit is available in sizes that range from 750 x 600mm to 3000 […]
According to Summa, the first thing to consider before you start routing is the choice of the bit. A bit can differ in various ways, depending on the type of flute, coating, purpose, spiral shape, etc. Knowing the difference between these bits is indispensable to optimally process your specific routing job. Here are a few […]
Workshops for graphics professionals will be held on 11 and 12 September at Gallagher Convention Centre and hosted by industry specialist Mo Jogie. Software can be a powerful tool, allowing you to unleash your creativity. Jogie will show you how to save time and create effects that will take your designs to the next level. […]
The latest edition of Sign Africa Journal is online. The front cover story focuses on Fujifilm’s Acuity Ultra platform, which widens printing horizons. New features unveiled at FESPA 2019, and a growing number of successful installations, are proof of the ever-widening possibilities the Acuity Ultra provides. Other features include: Retail Signage Printed On-Demand Can Improve […]
