Signlink - October / November 2023 - Issue 249

3 Industry The latest must-know news from across the sign and display sector Business The lowdown on the latest deals, ventures, and growth in business Applications The projects and completed work that have stood out in the field Kit & Media The latest in cutting-edge machines, materials, and installations Environment Need-to-know news from companies in the innovative signage arena News CONTENTS Issue 249 October / November 2023 Specials Under the Hood Brian Sims looks under the hood of Fujifilm’s Acuity Prime Hybrid model capable of both roll and flatbed production Focus On Vinyl Wrapping Materials Rob Fletcher explores some of the most popular solutions for a range of projects be it vehicle wrapping or smaller format work Market Trends Window Graphics Rob Fletcher takes a closer look at the window graphics market and finds out how sign-makers can move ahead of their competition Back to Basics Lamination Equipment Critical to protecting work, Rob Fletcher highlights the considerations for sign-makers when investing in new lamination equipment Taste for Success Building Wraps Rob Fletcher shines a spotlight on some of the most recent work produced by creative companies in this exciting sector of signage Business Opportunities Marketing Your Business With digital marketing on the rise and sign-makers striving to tap into new areas, David Osgar looks at some marketing tips and tricks Company Spotlight We paid Iain Clasper, MD of FaberExposize UK a visit to find out what the company has been up to (hint – a lot!) Under the Hood Brian Sims takes a closer look at AAG’s AXYZ Infinite router range and whether the technology lives up to its name Industry Tips Joe Arenella provides some tips and advice on learning to approach sales as a discovery process for happier clients Sign Painting Corner Sam Roberts pays tribute to James Cooper of Dapper Signs who passed away in August leaving a huge legacy within the signwriting community 06 08 10 14 41 45 22 30 32 24 email: news@signlink.co.uk Issue 249 - October / November 2023 Features Need to Know Being a Sustainable Business Carys Evans looks at some of the ways sign-makers and wide-format print companies are implementing greener practices Sign Painting Corner James Cooper Tribute 32 Focus On vinyl Wrapping 41 57 Business Opportunities Marketing your Business Company Spotlight Exposize UK 24 Business Sports-mad Signwaves brings a competitive spirit 08 Applications Marble Arch hosts first brand takeover 10 Kit & Media Premier Paper to stock Drytac 14 ISSN 2976-9213 18 28 35 49 53 57

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