What does this have to do with grand and large format printing services? Everything.

In printing there is a different type of triple play, one that can be equally elusive for print shops and brokers looking for the right wholesale grand format printing partner.

In baseball, the triple play is entirely defensive. The goal is to “retire” your opponent. In grand format printing, the triple play is a powerful positive. Your wholesale printer’s goal is to give you and your customer three distinct benefits:

• Quality
• Price
• Value

Whereas the triple play is very rare in baseball, the right wholesale grand format printer can deliver a triple play for you time after time.

So how can you score a triple play?

Look for a printing company that specializes in grand and large format printing services. If over-size work is a sideline for them, your projects could become sidelined, too. Besides it takes highly skilled, experienced personnel to conquer the challenges of grand format and produce the superior results you expect.

Look for a grand format printer that has you covered, no matter what oddball idea your customer has in mind. The right printing partner is capable of handling any material – to its maximum size available – from sheer textiles to hard substrates they can print on directly. Billboards with large-format display signage to match? No problem. Gigantic magnetics? No problem. Building wraps? No problem.

Look for a printing company that specializes in customers like you. A wholesale-only printer knows first-hand what you’re up against as a broker or sign shop, so they can help you make the most of every job. Need it yesterday? No problem. And since they don’t sell to end-users, you’ll never find them competing with you.

The right grand printing partner is committed to making things happen when and how you need them, delivering exceptional quality and attentive customer service. That’s value. Add in lower wholesale pricing, and that’s the triple play of grand format printing. You and your customers deserve nothing less. For more tips and tricks for choosing a grand format printer, click the button below and download our eBook.

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Let’s look at a few examples to see why grand format is such a big deal.

Mobile marketing.

You could stick a small magnetic sign on the side of your delivery vehicles, but it won’t be easy to see or read rolling along the road or in congested traffic. Grand format lets you transform trucks of any size into 360^o billboards that are beautiful, unique and eye-stopping.

Signage that beautifies.

A concrete wall is cold and blah. Dress it up with a wallscape and it instantly becomes a colorful, interesting promo for what’s inside. You can do that with grand format.

Backlighting.

Think this technique is only for basic business signage? Think bigger! This enormous photo of the Boys of Summer in their dugout is so cool, you feel as if you’re really there.

Drama.

Who says display signs have to have straight edges? Sure grand format allows you to print huge billboards or banners, it’s true, but check out this round beauty, hung overhead for everyone to see. Talk about impact!

Set the stage.

Forget the screens with projected images. With large format printing, you can create truly distinctive backdrops that look fantastic from every angle. Backdrops can also transport your audience to a new location – if you’ve watched the Republican presidential debates, the candidates appear to be standing in front of Air Force One.

Turn “the usual” into something unusual.

With grand format, you can create a simple 10×10 tent canopy that depicts your visuals uninterrupted by seams. Or you can create a stunning canopy the size of a hangar.

You get the idea. And these are just examples. When your customer needs to “go big,” you need to go with grand format. Get started today by requesting your quote. We look forward to hearing from you.

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If you’re a print shop owner, sign shop owner, or printing broker, you know all commercial printing companies are not alike. When projects scale up so large that they can wrap around a building, the differences become more apparent than ever. That’s why you need to know what to look for in a grand format printing partner.

We aren’t just talking about visual quality. It takes a combination of proactive communication, dedicated customer service, and industry expertise for a grand format printer to be the best partner for you.

Whether you’re looking for help with your first grand or large format printing project or considering changing printing partners, there are specific traits you should look for. We’ve put together this checklist you can use to evaluate and compare prospective grand format digital printers.

1. Versatility

The best grand format printing partner is one who can do it all, no matter what type of super-sized project you have in mind. They use the latest printing techniques. They can print on a wide variety of fabrics as well as direct-to-substrate on different types of plastic and metal surfaces. Also, they can handle the most expansive materials available – up to 196”.

2. Complementary Products and Services

You want a partner that specializes in grand format printing in addition to products and services that complement your business. That partner can produce companion products in large format and simplify projects, such as providing trade show hardware alongside your graphics. Convenience saves time and money.

3. State-of-the-Art Production Equipment and Processes

Staying ahead of the curve when it comes to materials, processes, and technology is key when it comes to maintaining high quality and efficient turnaround times.

4. Wholesale Only

A grand format printing partner who sells only to the trade has deliberately chosen to serve a single audience – print shops and brokers like you. Consequently, it lets them do that supremely well. End-users are a different breed of customer than those within the industry. A wholesale-only printer will happily let you handle the end-users while they concentrate on helping you do that brilliantly. You and your customers both benefit from their expertise and lower wholesale pricing.

5. Customer Service that Puts you First

This includes a clear dedication to going the extra mile for you. Little things add up to big value for you and your customers.

6. Communication that Never Leaves you Wondering

An account executive or a client services representative who knows your business and your challenges and is always available when you have a question.

7. The Ability to Meet Your Deadlines

A great printing partner works to improve your business based on your deadlines.

8. Certifications and Testimonials

When you read testimonials from happy customers, you can be confident you’re choosing the right grand format printing partner. Look for trade associations and other professional affiliations. These demonstrate commitment to our industry and learning the latest trends and best practices.

9. Conscious of your Budget

Price matters, so remember – a wholesale-only printer can give you lower wholesale pricing.

Find the Right Partner

As a print shop or broker, you want to offer the most extensive line of printing options to your customers with exceptional quality. The traits described above will help you find the ideal partner. When you demand the best in a grand format printing partner, you can expect the best results and a profitable long-term working relationship.

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Our complete arsenal of high-quality printers gives us the versatility we need to produce incredible graphics for all of our clients. One of our specialties is museum graphics, which you can find at the American Heritage Museum, located at 568 Main St, Hudson, MA.

We’ve printed and sculpted a myriad of products for the museum, producing dye sublimation fabric, vinyl, SAV, direct-to-substrate, 3D letters, direct print fabric, and more. All our graphics are visually sharp and printed at a high resolution using our industry-leading printers.

We’re incredibly proud of the museum graphics we have produced for the American Heritage Museum, in addition to so many of our other partners. We have the versatility to help you accomplish your goals and improve your business, just like we’ve helped our many partners in the past. Our team will work with you to create graphics that will amaze your customers. All you have to do is call.

We can bring your vision to life. Contact us today for more information about our large, grand format, and 3D printing. Let’s work together to create something incredible.

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3D Printing gives us the ability to make smaller, more complex objects that just aren’t cost effective with 3D sculpting. We’re excited to show you what we can do, especially when these two are combined. Visit www.grand-3d.com and see what Grand 3D can do for you!

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We’ll have more details on this machine in coming weeks! Until then you can check out just what our dye sublimation printing process looks like in the video to your right.

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The Future of Graphics

You can place an order with any grand format printer, but if you’re looking to build up the grand format side of your sign shop or print brokerage business, you need more than an order-taker.

First and foremost, expect a grand format printer to possess comprehensive capabilities. You should expect them to turn out superior quality products. But you aren’t looking for a one-time service provider, you’re looking for a long-term partnership for grand and large format printing services. Someone you can count on to have your back when it comes to grand format printing, now and down the road.

A true partner willingly gives you that “something extra” that turns excellent quality and pricing into exceptional value.

What sort of extras should you expect from your grand format printer?

Extra services

• A full complement of finishing services, so your jobs aren’t just printed, they are 100% ready to install. You might need welding, hems, grommets, Velcro, webbing, gaskets, or specialty laminates or coatings.
• Dye-sublimation as well as other types of printing, and direct-to-substrate printing as well as roll-to-roll.
• Value-added services such as trade show hardware. When your customer gets the whole package from one source, you save time and hassle looking for rentals, and you never have to wonder if visuals will fit perfectly.

“Extra mile” attitude

The right partner is always willing to do whatever it takes to give you stand-out service and results. They know full well that the better they make you look to your customers, the more you’ll want to do business with them. Everybody wins.

That starts with a dedicated account manager. You don’t need a salesperson, you need someone on the inside who knows your business, understands the challenges your customers face, and is committed to helping you pull it all together beautifully, on time and on budget, every time. You’ll get personalized attention every step of the way.

You can tell they want your business. They’re excited about your latest job, no matter what it is. They’re excited about tackling new grand format challenges and helping you break new ground for your business. Nothing makes them happier than teaming up with you to deliver better-than-expected results to your customers.

Whether it’s an off-the-wall project idea or an “unreasonable” turnaround time, the right partner never says, “We can’t do that.” They say, “Let’s find a way to make that work.” They understand that just because a job is a “rush” doesn’t mean it should look or perform like one.

One more point to keep in mind. The last thing you need is a grand format printer who’s competing with you for customers. So the most important “extra” of all is wholesale focus. A printer who markets only to resellers, not end-users, has just one goal: going the extra mile for you.

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Grand Image 3-Day Production Guarantee

Grand Image is proud to introduce our 3-Day Production Guarantee! We understand the fast-paced nature of trade shows and events, which is why we’re committed to providing top-quality printing with a rapid turnaround time. Our state-of-the-art printing technology and dedicated team of designers, print operators, and finishers ensure your
project is completed in 3 days or less (once your art is approved).

Grand Image’s 3-Day Production Guarantee is an opt-in program designed to give you peace of mind regarding your SEG printing needs. When opting into this program, we guaranteed to finish production on any two-dimensional prints up to 1,500 square feet within 3 days, pending graphics approval and approved payment terms.

With our experienced pre-press department, advanced printing operators, and skilled finishers, we can take your project from start to finish entirely in-house.

The Future of Museum Graphics

Museums are steeped in information and education that people desire to experience. The American Alliance of Museums boasts that U.S. museums receive more than 850 million supporters annually. How much of that market is your museum or museum client attracting? In short, regardless of your market share, you’re always wanting more. If that’s the case, then you’ll need to improve not only the curation of collections but also their displays. Great museum display graphics are captivating and insightful.

One of the first and most prominent type of museum display graphics are museum banners. Due to their adaptable size, durability, and variable location placement, banners advertise to pedestrians and vehicle traffic. Therefore, designing them in a visually striking and appealing way is critical to attracting visitors. Here are three clever museum display graphics that are trending in 2016.

Historical Museum Graphic Displays

Famous historical scenes, images, and styles are incredibly captivating to onlookers. This is especially true when larger banners are used. You can build a theme with several banners, with each one adding to the aura of the event with specific canvas graphics. Alternatively, you may be able to spread a single image over many banners to create a feeling of grandeur as exterior wall murals. Either way, by using grand format printing you can successfully capture the essence of your museum’s feature exhibit.

Life-sized Graphic Museum Displays

Often exhibits contain a variety of pictures, sculptures, and items created by an artist or civilization. Visitors rarely get to see the people behind the collections. Life size banners of the artist in different poses, ages, and in various sceneries can tell a story of the person’s life as the visitors view their work. Often this offers insight on the artist’s place in life at the time of creating particular works. If the exhibit involves a civilization, life-sized banners can give patrons a clearer picture of the people and the times. Imagine how visitors may react to a life-sized banner printing of Abraham Lincoln or Napoleon Bonaparte!

Abstract Museum Display Graphics

Inventive abstract art that makes one look twice is a subtle way to spur thought and attracts people in less obvious ways. Such images and art have the ability to be imprinted in a person’s mind. Often people like to share such an experience with others, and this sparks interest in visiting your museum. The more thought-provoking the banner art, the more interest it gathers.

While the above are just three examples of how museum display graphics help promote and encourage engagement in museum, there then comes the issue of finding a partner to help develop and produce the artwork in a manner that truly reflects the extent to which the museum has curated the collection. That’s where Grand Image, Inc. comes in. Learn how to Choose a Grand Format Wholesale Printer by downloading our eBook, or take advantage of one of our FREE Price Quotes today!

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Grand Image 3-Day Production Guarantee

Grand Image is proud to introduce our 3-Day Production Guarantee! We understand the fast-paced nature of trade shows and events, which is why we’re committed to providing top-quality printing with a rapid turnaround time. Our state-of-the-art printing technology and dedicated team of designers, print operators, and finishers ensure your
project is completed in 3 days or less (once your art is approved).

Grand Image’s 3-Day Production Guarantee is an opt-in program designed to give you peace of mind regarding your SEG printing needs. When opting into this program, we guaranteed to finish production on any two-dimensional prints up to 1,500 square feet within 3 days, pending graphics approval and approved payment terms.

With our experienced pre-press department, advanced printing operators, and skilled finishers, we can take your project from start to finish entirely in-house.

ExhibitorLive runs from February 24th-28th at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas Nevada. It’s the trade show for trade shows. If you are planning to attend you can get in for free on us!

To get your entry to the event free simply click here and use the code 5610. Make sure to come see our booth, we don’t even need to tell you the booth number, all you have to do is look for the T-Rex head. Trust me, it will be hard to miss.

If you want to attend any of the ExhibitorLive Networking events that code will help you save on those too. Use 5610 to save $50 off each event you attend.

We look forward to seeing you there! Don’t be afraid of the dino, he’s mostly harmless.

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Grand Image 3-Day Production Guarantee

Grand Image is proud to introduce our 3-Day Production Guarantee! We understand the fast-paced nature of trade shows and events, which is why we’re committed to providing top-quality printing with a rapid turnaround time. Our state-of-the-art printing technology and dedicated team of designers, print operators, and finishers ensure your
project is completed in 3 days or less (once your art is approved).

Grand Image’s 3-Day Production Guarantee is an opt-in program designed to give you peace of mind regarding your SEG printing needs. When opting into this program, we guaranteed to finish production on any two-dimensional prints up to 1,500 square feet within 3 days, pending graphics approval and approved payment terms.

With our experienced pre-press department, advanced printing operators, and skilled finishers, we can take your project from start to finish entirely in-house.

Last year we upgraded our dye sub printers, this year we are adding to our Grand Format vinyl printing capabilities. We are excited to announce the purchase of an EFI Vutek GS5500LXr Pro printer! A GS has been the backbone of our printing line up for years, so it was only natural to add another.

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The GS5500LXr Pro (that’s a mouthful) is a 16′ Grand Format printer with white ink capability. Previously only our flatbed printer had white ink capability meaning this adds to the variety of work we can do for you. It also features eco friendly LED curing and overall is just a fantastic machine we can’t wait to get installed! Its 8 color mode provides stunning image quality.

All of this means we have more capacity than ever before to produce for you. Whether it’s bigger jobs, white ink or the fast turn times you demand, Grand Image can give you results better than ever.

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Grand Image 3-Day Production Guarantee

Grand Image is proud to introduce our 3-Day Production Guarantee! We understand the fast-paced nature of trade shows and events, which is why we’re committed to providing top-quality printing with a rapid turnaround time. Our state-of-the-art printing technology and dedicated team of designers, print operators, and finishers ensure your
project is completed in 3 days or less (once your art is approved).

Grand Image’s 3-Day Production Guarantee is an opt-in program designed to give you peace of mind regarding your SEG printing needs. When opting into this program, we guaranteed to finish production on any two-dimensional prints up to 1,500 square feet within 3 days, pending graphics approval and approved payment terms.

With our experienced pre-press department, advanced printing operators, and skilled finishers, we can take your project from start to finish entirely in-house.