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Are you using the right laminates for your floor graphics?

February 24, 2017 By Digital Print Media Editor

Why is it important to use an overlaminate for floor graphics?

Although there are a variety of floor graphic media types that do not require overlaminates, however most standard vinyl require lamination to be suitable for floors. Using overlaminates provides protection against scuffing, abrasion, moisture, and UV light. This important protective layer will seal the graphic, making it suitable for heavy foot traffic. Overlaminates also make the image pop and add depth to the graphic.

These overlaminates are specifically engineered for use with pressure-sensitive floor graphic films and meet or exceed various public safety requirements and industry standards for slip resistance.

MACtac offers several overlaminates specifically designed for floor graphic applications:

MACtac® PermaFlex PF6400 – 3.75-mil clear, glossy, textured, and slip resistant polyolefin film. Perfect for any indoor application.

MACtac® PermaFlex PF6500 – 4.3-mil textured vinyl

MACtac® PermaFlex PF6300 – 5.0-mil clear vinyl ﬁlm with a textured lustre ﬁnish that helps eliminate glare and provides a very unique and pleasing viewing surface. Perfect for any indoor application

PERMACOLOR® FloorGrip PP6600 – the ONLY ANSI/NFPA B101.3 certified laminate on the market. 6.0-mil clear matte polycarbonate film

Alpha Imaging Acquired by Grimco

February 2, 2017 By Digital Print Media Editor

Grimco Inc. has acquired Alpha Image Technologies, Inc.

FEB 1, 2017 — Grimco Inc, a distributor of sign supplies, has announces its acquisition of Alpha Imaging Technologies, Inc., a distributor of equipment and supplies for the wide-format printing market. Alpha Imaging Technologies, Inc. is based out of Lowell, MA.

“Alpha Imaging has always looked for ways to better serve our customers.” says Jim Mertes, owner of Alpha Imaging Technologies, Inc. “Grimco’s broad product line, web presence, logistics and focus on customer experience allow us to take our customer experience to the next level. We are proud to be a part of this well run, highly successful company.”

“Grimco is excited to welcome the employees, customers and suppliers of Alpha Imaging. This acquisition better positions us to assist our customers in the Northeast. Our goal is to continue to provide and expand the great service and products provided by Alpha Imaging,” says Keith Pittillo, president of Grimco – U.S. Division.