The weather not only affects people, it affects DTF prints too. Sean R Conrad, Technical Solutions Specialist at TapeTech, shares tips to take care of DTF prints during extreme temperatures. Temperature and humidity have a significant impact on every stage of DTF production, from inks, films and adhesive powders during printing to the storage and […]
According to Mimaki, Direct‑to‑Film (DTF) and Direct‑to‑Garment (DTG) each offers its own benefits, and understanding these differences helps determine the most suitable production method for print service providers. What is DTF Printing? The process includes printing a design onto a specialist film followed by a hot‑melt adhesive powder being applied. The printed film is then […]
Liezle Barrie, National Sales Manager Consumables at Intamarket Graphics, says not all ACM signs are built the same. Walk through almost any shopping centre, business park or industrial area and you will see ACM everywhere. It has become one of the most popular materials in the signage industry, and for good reason. It is lightweight, […]
As South Africa continues to search for solutions to unemployment, entrepreneurship stands out as one of the most practical and powerful drivers for income and success. According to SA’s new Entrepreneur of the Year, Taryn Hunter Sharman, business success is possible if you are willing to embrace the realities of the journey. ‘Building a business […]
According to Arthur Charles van Wyk, Head of Marketing at Designer Signs, there is a conversation happening at the back end of signage projects across KwaZulu-Natal, and across South Africa’s other coastal centres, that rarely makes it into industry publications. It is the conversation between a client and a sign company that goes something like […]
The Sign Africa Durban Expo, held at the Durban ICC from 27-28 May, attracted over 1000 visitors from all over KwaZulu-Natal and other parts of South Africa including Klerksdorp, Gqeberha, Cape Town and Johannesburg, as well as across the border such as Harare and Blantyre. Exhibitors were pleased with the turnout and quality of leads […]
The popular Roland Speedwrap Challenge was held at the Sign Africa Durban Expo from 27-28 May at the Durban ICC. Contestants had to wrap a car door in 10 minutes. Each winner won R250. Day 1 Brady Jones, Shaun Mugo, Stembiso Hlope, Joe Ann Dudley, Sbusiso Hlungwana, Nhlonipho Ngcobo, Skhumbuzo Mthethwa, Swami Shezi and Avendren […]
The FESPA Foundation received donations in the form of pencil cases and printed materials during the Sign Africa Durban expo. The event was held from 27-28 May. Among the companies who lent their support were NUtec Digital Ink, Visual Communications Supplies (VCS) and Sign-Tronic. The FESPA Foundation is dedicated to transforming the speciality print and […]
Visual Communications Supplies (Pty) Ltd (VCS) showcased Gongzheng printing equipment at the Sign Africa Durban Expo. The event took place from 27-28 May at the Durban ICC. The GZ AQ1602 eco-solvent 1.6m machine can produce banners, vehicle wraps, billboards, outdoor signage and more. It features an average production speed of 35sqm/hour, but it can also […]
Visitors at the Sign Africa Durban expo could learn more about T-Shirts Durban’s extensive range which includes 145, 160, 180 and 200gsm products, as well as their 300gsm oversize product, which according to the company is a big trend. Also showcased were golf shirts which are available in different colours, a children’s selection, hoodies/winter wear, […]
