Vivid Laminating Technologies will once again return to The Print Show at Birmingham’s NEC this September, taking on one of the larger stands at the event to display a wide range of equipment – including a new solution. Exhibiting off Stand P460 near the Knowledge Zone area of the show, Vivid is one of the longest-serving supporters of the event, with its iconic orange branding becoming a familiar feature for regular visitors. This year, Vivid will display a total of eight solutions, seven of which are already available to the market, with one – the details of which are being kept under wraps until closer to this year’s event – a brand-new piece of equipment. “We are excited to be part of this year’s Print Show, which provides a fantastic platform to showcase our latest innovations and see our customers,” says director Lewis Evans, who adds: “It is a great opportunity for us to demonstrate how our solutions can help businesses stay ahead.” As to what Vivid will display, highlights include the Matrix Metallic, designed for applying digital foils and spot-UV type effects to a wide range of coated and uncoated paper stocks. Sister machine the Matrix Pneumatic will also be demonstrated on the Vivid stand. Visitors will also gain insight into three machines from the popular Easymount range. These include the Easymount Hybrid laminator and application table, as well as the Easymount Sign Air wide-format laminator solution. Other highlights include a model from the VeloBlade Volta digital cutting table collection, which comprises options ranging from 2mm up to 10mm cut depth. In addition, visitors can speak with the Vivid team about machines in the VeloBlade Nexus range of wide-format digital die cutters, which can handle substrates up to 25mm thick including Dibond, MDF, fabrics, and acrylic. New solution to be shown by Vivid Vivid can be found on Stand P460 By Rob Fletcher EVENTS - / NEWS Shine a light with Very Displays Very Displays will use it stand at The Print Show this year to show off several new solutions to visitors, including its latest innovations in portable displays. Visitors to stand P234 will be able to view solutions from Very’s range of portable displays, including new edge-lit and battery-powered lightboxes, which it says allows users to create all manner of effects and displays for their own customers. Those in attendance will also be able to speak with the Very team about its existing portfolio of products and solutions across areas such as lightboxes, roller banners, flags, and outdoor signage. In addition, Very will showcase its free overbranding service for marketing material. “The Print Show is a key date in our calendar,” explains Very marketing manager Kirsty Corcoran, adding: “It’s a fantastic opportunity to introduce our products to new customers and reconnect with existing ones. Come and meet our friendly account managers and grab some freebies to take away with you.” Close Brothers Asset Finance will be sponsoring the exhibitor drinks reception on day two of The Print Show and The Sign Show this year. The event will take place at end of the middle day, with exhibitors from both shows invited to join organisers at the rear of Hall 3. The informal gathering will allow exhibitors to meet and celebrate their achievements across print and sign-making. Those in attendance will be able to enjoy a range of drinks, as well as a selection of snacks while they network with peers in a relaxed environment. “Close Brothers Asset Finance’s sponsorship of The Print Show exhibitor drinks underscores our continued support for the UK print industry,” says Paul Philbrick, managing director of Close Brothers Asset Finance’s print team. “We have long supported print companies and sign-makers through all economic cycles. Our range of finance products offer ways of acquiring both new and second-hand assets, or even a way to release capital from the assets you already own.” Share a drink with Close Brothers Asset Finance By Rob Fletcher By Rob Fletcher Very Displays is a long-term supporter of The Print Show Exhibitors will join together at the end of day two at the show 35 email: editor@printmonthly.co.uk September / October 2025 - Issue 356
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