Each display system requires different print media characteristics. Using the example of RollUp (banner display) and pop (folding screens) we would like to show you what should be noted.
Important characteristics of consumables for RollUp display systems
The advantage of this quick and easy to set up display is its good portability. With most roll displays, the base is also used to protect the rolled-up banner. The optimum print media for this application are durable, scratch-resistant, easy to roll and not too thick. It can be made of film or a textile.
If the display is to be used in front of a light or window, attention must be paid to the opacity of the material. The block-out symbol identifies media which are 100% opaque.
In order for the graphic to be able to cope with frequent rolling and unrolling, the print should be protected using lamination (cold or hot). This is particularly important when printing with water-based inks to increase smear resistance. A laminate also offers good UV protection, i.e. the inks will not fade.
Suitable printing techniques: Waterbased, Solvent, Eco Solvent, UV-Curable and Latex
We recommend to pay attention to the following characteristics of the medium:
Curling:
‘No curling’ print media tend not to curl at the sides and are therefore particularly suitable for all hanging and banner applications. They are absolutely flat when hung.
Scratch resistancy:
A largely scratch-resistant print medium withstands handling during production, assembly, transport and when an application is being used, without being damaged. Additional surface protection (laminate) increases durability.
Quick drying:
A print medium that thoroughly dries quickly can be processed faster. That is important for an optimized workflow, for example, when printing, laminating, cutting, assembling and packing.
Perfect material for RollUp: Silverback 250 PES WBL M W FR
Important characteristics of consumables for PopUp systems
Portable pop-up or folding displays are often used as trade show partitions or advertising partitions at the POS and can be assembled and disassembled rapidly. Printed sheets are attached to magnetic rails on a folding, thin aluminum frame. The lightweight and robust space-saving design can be stowed in a transport box.
The surface of the print media should be protected with an additional film for this application because it is subjected to considerable wear due to frequent assembly and disassembly.
Suitable printing techniques: Solvent, Eco Solvent, UV-Curable und Latex
We recommend to pay attention to the following characteristics of the medium:
Curling:
‘No curling’ print media tend not to curl at the sides and are therefore particularly suitable for all hanging and banner applications. They are absolutely flat when hung.
Scratch resistancy:
A largely scratch-resistant print medium withstands handling during production, assembly, transport and when an application is being used, without being damaged. Additional surface protection (laminate) increases durability.
Quick drying:
A print medium that thoroughly dries quickly can be processed faster. That is important for an optimized workflow, for example, when printing, laminating, cutting, assembling and packing.
Suitable for cold lamination:
a self-adhesive film is laminated onto the printing material using rollers and protects the print from scratches, stains, moisture and UV radiation. The thickness of and adhesive used on the two materials to be bonded must be coordinated, otherwise blistering or curling may occur, i.e. the composite rolls in on each side. Prints with water-based ink should be overlapped when laminated to prevent moisture from penetrating at the edges.
Blockout:
Print media with this symbol are opaque, i.e. nontransparent and block out light.
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