Category: News

Vivid plans expansion

Vivid plans expansion

Just months after opening up shop with an Epson Stylus Pro 11880 Barnsley-based Vivid Display is planning on buying two more printers as it anticipates doubling the size of the operation within the next year. The company, which started trading in February, already deals with about 16 shopping centres across the UK, producing POS materials, window graphics and floor vinyls.

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Epson photo exhibition to wow sports fans

Epson photo exhibition to wow sports fans

As official partner of the 12th IAAF World Athletics Championships, Berlin 2009, Epson (in co-operation with the non-profit organisation Kulturprojekte Berlin) will be transforming Berlin’s finest street ‘Unter den Linden’ into a huge open-air photo exhibition. Over 60 sports-based photos, each almost 2m high, will accompany the World Championship spectators.

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Hexis targets wall graphics market

Hexis targets wall graphics market

Self-adhesive vinyl manufacturer Hexis has brought out a printable cast vinyl film for wall graphics. The VCSR100WG1 is designed for direct application onto brick, concrete or plaster walls.

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Kall Kwik helps charities to Think Big

Kall Kwik helps charities to Think Big

Kall Kwik is offering a helping hand to charities and community groups across the country this month by inviting local fundraisers to take part in its ‘Think Big’ initiative. Those charities that enter the associated competition will be in with a chance of winning free design, print and promotional activity provided by Kall Kwik. The winning entries will be selected by participating centres and provided with a range of complimentary print and design services including the creation of large-scale promotional material to be displayed in a prominent location with the aim of boosting awareness and raising the charity’s profile in the local community.

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22-24 FEB, 2026
Sign & Digital UK

Where?

Hall 6, NEC, Birmingham

Cost?

Free to members of the sign making and digital print trade.

What is it?

Running for more than 35 years, Sign & Digital UK is a central part of the industry’s calendar, providing an annual launch pad for all that is new, and an economic stimulus for the industry. The show gives the opportunity to meet in person, see and compare equipment and kit from the major industry suppliers, and the chance to source new suppliers and gather new ideas to enhance and drive your business forward.

23 FEB, 2026
The Sign Industry Awards

Where?

National Conference Centre, Birmingham.

Cost?

An individual ticket is £289, whereas a table of 10 is £2,800.

What is it?

The Sign Industry Awards, presented by Sign Update and Sign & Digital UK, celebrate excellence in the visual communications sector by honouring past achievements, present innovations, and future advancements. These awards recognise outstanding suppliers, sign makers, and individual traders in sign making, digital printing, and visual communications. With over 35 years of industry service, SDUK and Sign Update ensure that everyone in the industry has a voice, highlighting and rewarding the best in the field.