Drytac

• Drytac confirmed as Gold Sponsor for PRINTING United Expo
  16 Feb 2022

  Drytac, the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce its Gold Sponsorship for the PRINTING United Expo 2022.

• Can you coat it? Yes, Drytac can!
  10 Feb 2022

  Selecting the right adhesive is critical for the success of many different types of applications and projects. Simply put, if you do not get this choice right, you risk ruining the hard work you put in to creating the application and put the entire job and installation in jeopardy.

• Understanding the true value of mounting adhesives
  27 Jan 2022

  Mounting adhesives, sometimes referred to as double-sided adhesives or double-sided mount film, were used extensively in the early days of digital imaging but their use has waned as the availability of speciality adhesive-backed media has increased.

• SpeedPro picks a winner with Drytac ViziPrint Illuminate
  25 Jan 2022

  Pennsylvania-based large-format print business SpeedPro used Drytac ViziPrint Illuminate translucent matte PET film to create a series of eye-catching window graphics to help patrons at the Hollywood Casino at Penn National Racecourse celebrate the New Year.

• Drytac ViziPrint Deco + used to create interior window graphics
  10 Jan 2022

  Australian sign-maker A Sign Design produced a series of striking interior window graphics with Drytac ViziPrint Deco + optically clear window film for the nearby Queensland University of Technology (QUT).

• WCD uses Drytac Protac AMP to protect warehouse workers
  14 Dec 2021

  Calgary-based on-demand print and information solutions provider WCD recently used Drytac Protac AMP film with Microban antimicrobial protection on a specialist project to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 among workers at a local distributor’s warehouse.

• morphmy spreads Christmas cheer with Drytac Polar PET 170
  9 Dec 2021

  Kent-based custom print business morphmy used Drytac Polar PET 170 film to create a ‘River of Christmas’ floor graphic to help raise awareness for a charity drive at local Indian restaurant Spice Fusion.

• Drytac launch of ViziPrint Deco + boosts ViziPrint portfolio
  2 Dec 2021

  Drytac, a leading manufacturer of adhesive-coated products, has expanded its high-quality portfolio of printable media solutions with the launch of ViziPrint Deco +, a 50µ (2 mil) optically clear gloss PET film with a permanent acrylic adhesive.

• Rapid Displays goes big with Drytac for paw-some lorry wrap
  23 Nov 2021

  Brisbane-based Rapid Displays used Drytac Polar Premium and Drytac Weathershield to complete an impactful, large-scale wrap of a lorry trailer for long-term customer Big Dog Pet Foods.

• Drytac blog: Capitalising on rising demand for seasonal work
  16 Nov 2021

  The holiday season has, and always will be, a hugely important time of the year for print, graphics and sign companies, with the festive season providing a whole range of opportunities for work and business growth.

• Drytac announces Polar Premium Clear and Weathershield
  4 Nov 2021

  Drytac, a manufacturer of quality adhesive-coated products, has announced the global availability of its 7-year durable Polar Premium Clear permanent polymeric PVC ink-jet media and 7-year durable Weathershield polymeric PVC overlaminating film.

• How to use applications to sell more products and services
  27 Oct 2021

  Traditionally, the main focus for print service providers has been to promote their services and products to customers to win new and repeat business. However, in what is now an incredibly busy market where many companies are offering similar services, it may be time to alter this approach to help your business stand out from the crowd.

• Creative Silhouettes artist collaboration brightens community
  21 Oct 2021

  Large-format print company Creative Silhouettes used Drytac Polar Grip white polymeric self-adhesive vinyl to produce an eye-catching series of outdoor installations, based on the work of a local artist at a location in Toronto.

• Drytac blog - How to create double-sided window graphics
  1 Oct 2021

  Window graphics are now regarded by many brands as a key part of the marketing mix. These graphics are an inexpensive form of advertising that retailers can easily apply - themselves - to windows in order to capture the attention of passers-by.

• Drytac appoints new USA West Coast Territory Sales Manager
  21 Sep 2021

  Drytac has announced the appointment of Don Valenzuela to its US Sales Team as Regional Manager for the West Coast Territory, covering Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico.

• Shaun Holdom on Signage Trends and the pending HP webinar
  16 Sep 2021

  LFR recently spoke with Shaun Holdom, ISA-UK council member and Global Product Manager at Drytac, regarding the latest trends in the signage market as it starts to recover from the global pandemic.

• Drytac bolsters Canadian team with two new appointments
  14 Sep 2021

  Drytac has announced the appointment of Michael Morano as North American Sales Support Specialist, providing support to the region's sales and customer service teams.

• Premier Graphics uses Drytac films on innovative art install
  7 Sep 2021

  Canadian design and graphics business Premier Graphics used Drytac Polar Grip print media and Interlam Pro laminates to produce a series of eye-catching graphics for a futuristic augmented reality art installation on the Cambie Street Bridge in Vancouver.

• Drytac discuss when graphics should and shouldn't be laminated
  24 Aug 2021

  To laminate or not to laminate? Have you ever asked yourself this question? If not, then perhaps you should. It could be the difference between winning or losing your next job.

• SignMax brings the outside indoors with Drytac ReTac Smooth 75
  17 Aug 2021

  Family-owned sign and display business SignMax used Drytac ReTac Smooth 75 polymeric PVC film to produce a series of eye-catching interior wall graphics, bringing elements of the natural world into an indoor environment.

• Drytac blog: Setting out your stall with countertop graphics
  30 Jul 2021

  When it comes to capturing the attention of - and interacting with - people in today's fast-paced world, retailers, brands and other settings need to think creatively and consider how to best use their environment to their advantage.

• Drytac sets sail with Monkey Fist in Atlantic Dash challenge
  13 Jul 2021

  Drytac's Polar Grip Matte film was put to the ultimate test in the last couple of months when graphics printed on the material were featured on a boat crossing the Atlantic Ocean in an extreme endurance challenge.

• How to apply media to bricks for wall and floor graphics
  29 Jun 2021

  Graphics can be incredibly impactful, changing a room - or even a whole building - with colour and design. But it's not necessary to fight what's already there, or to ignore the natural finish of the surface. Applying a mural or decal to bare bricks or concrete can really complement an industrial space or heritage property.

• Football's coming home on the Underground thanks to Links Signs
  21 Jun 2021

  Hastings-based signage and large-format print business Links Signs recently used Drytac Polar Grip to create a series of eye-catching graphics at five London Underground stations to celebrate this year's Euro 2020 national team football tournament.

• What does the future have in-store for floor graphics?
  27 May 2021

  While floor graphics have been a staple part of the industry for some time now, the pandemic of the past year or so - and the need for social distancing signage - has seen the popularity of these applications skyrocket.

• N3 Display Graphics stays one step ahead with Drytac media
  6 May 2021

  Large-format graphics production and installation company N3 Display Graphics recently used Drytac Polar Street FX aluminium print media to produce a range of eye-catching outdoor floor graphics to promote social distancing across the city of Bristol.

• Lamin-8 spices up Jimmy Guaco's wall graphics with Drytac
  29 Apr 2021

  Diversified printing business Lamin-8 Services used Drytac's ReTac Smooth 75 polymeric PVC film to produce stunning wall graphics for Mexican restaurant chain Jimmy Guaco's.

• Signmob project a ‘work of art’ thanks to Drytac Polar Grip
  20 Apr 2021

  Victoria, Australia-based sign-making specialist Signmob used Drytac's Polar Grip white polymeric PVC film to produce stunning exterior graphics for an exhibition at the nearby Bendigo Art Gallery.

• Drytac on the importance of easy removability of graphics
  15 Apr 2021

  When I do a training session on Drytac products with end users and installers, I usually start by asking if anyone has ever had an issue with an installation.

• Drytac continues to help businesses with downloadable guides
  14 Apr 2021

  Drytac is offering a helping hand with the continued availability of its updated and free-to-download guides detailing the essential aspects of floor, wall & windows graphics applications.

• Drytac's Peter Bourgeois takes on extended role
  8 Apr 2021

  Drytac is pleased to announce that Peter Bourgeois, Territory Sales Manager for Western Canada, is to take on an extended role within the business by additionally assuming responsibility for the North West USA region.

• Flexibility and reliability are critical for antimicrobial films
  30 Mar 2021

  The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a significant rise in the use of antimicrobial protection products, in an effort to help protect people across a number of environments.

• Drytac bolsters team with new promotion and appointment
  23 Mar 2021

  Drytac has further bolstered its EMEA team with the promotion of Phil Webster to the role of Head of Industrial Sales (EMEA), and the appointment of Stephen Ridyard as Technical Manager, UK. Both men are based out of Drytac's UK offices in Bristol.

• Drytac guest blog: How HP Latex ink works
  16 Mar 2021

  Have you ever wondered how HP Latex ink works? Read on for more information…

• How fast food outlets can win with antimicrobial technology
  11 Mar 2021

  With the food, beverages and hospitality sectors having been hit particularly hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, Drytac has sounded out how its Protac AMP antimicrobial protection film can help restaurants reopen as the world begins to edge back towards normality.

• Get back to business with Drytac's free-to-download guides
  10 Mar 2021

  With the UK's third lockdown set to ease, Drytac is offering a helping hand with the continued availability of its updated and free-to-download guides.

• Drytac guest blog: how print media and ink technology work
  25 Feb 2021

  My kids love visiting Roland DGA headquarters to see all the different types of printers and the cool things our inkjets can produce. They typically ask me to print on a variety of things, ranging from banners and stickers to clothing and backpacks.

• Premier Graphics serve up a treat at The Very Good Food Company
  23 Feb 2021

  Vancouver-based Premier Graphics opted for Drytac SpotOn Matte White to carry out an impactful window graphics project for vegan food business The Very Good Food Company.

• Globe Print relies on Drytac for Covid-19 vaccination signage
  18 Feb 2021

  Drytac's self-adhesive films continue to play a key role in the battle against Covid-19, with print service provider Globe Print having recently used no fewer than five Drytac products to create graphics, free-of-charge, for a new vaccination centre in Marlow, Buckinghamshire.

• Skinzwraps diversifies into new markets thanks to Drytac
  9 Feb 2021

  Dallas-based wrapping expert Skinzwraps has revealed how the use of Drytac films has allowed it to expand business beyond its core vehicle wrapping services into a number of other profitable markets.

• University prepares campus with durable Drytac Polar Grip
  4 Feb 2021

  California-based print service provider Classic Litho and Design deployed Drytac Polar Grip for a large-scale social distancing signage project which helped students safely return to learning at the University of Southern California (USC) last semester.

• Drytac announce EMEA launch of Polar Choice monomeric films
  2 Feb 2021

  Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, has announced the UK and European launch of its new Polar Choice range of monomeric PVC films.

• The fundamentals of getting ink to stick to any chosen media
  28 Jan 2021

  We spoke to ink experts Fujifilm about the science of getting ink to stick to media, and to Drytac about the part that ink profiles play in optimising that process.

• Drytac announces North American roll out of Polar Dynamic Sand
  26 Jan 2021

  Drytac has announced the North American launch of Polar Dynamic Sand, a new scuff-resistant monomeric PVC film designed for short-term, eye-catching graphics applications.

• Drytac appoints Imageco as first UK Health Science partner
  19 Jan 2021

  Drytac has appointed Leeds-based Imageco as the first Drytac Health Science partner in the UK, supplying and installing Drytac Protac AMP antimicrobial film for multiple applications across a wide-range of sectors, including hospitals and healthcare clinics, retail, education and more.

• Premier Graphics striking festive theme with Drytac ViziPrint
  14 Jan 2021

  Vancouver-based Premier Graphics recently used Drytac's ViziPrint Impress Clear film to produce a striking festive-themed window graphic for local skincare business Project Skin MD.

• Still Creek Press hits the high notes with Drytac SpotOn
  5 Jan 2021

  Vancouver-based full-service commercial printer Still Creek Press recently selected Drytac SpotOn Floor 200 to help students from the University of British Colombia (UBC) in Canada stage and perform an opera virtually for audiences at home.

• Not all antimicrobial coatings and products are created equal
  22 Dec 2020

  The global pandemic has changed our world and society in significant ways. COVID-19 has drastically changed our perception of hygiene and cleanliness, spurring the development of films and coatings with antimicrobial performance.

• Drytac Viziprint Illuminate used for Covid-19 testing clinics
  15 Dec 2020

  Minuteman Press Bath has just completed a multi-site graphics project, using Drytac's Viziprint Illuminate product to install Covid-19 tests signage at two retail locations.

• Drytac launches new PVC-free floor and wall graphics media
  3 Dec 2020

  Drytac has added two new products to its extensive range, meeting demand for eco-friendlier PVC-free options. Now available globally, Drytac Polar PET 170 and Drytac SpotOn SynTac are both scuff- and slip-resistant.

• Warwick Printing chooses Drytac ReTac for tricky mural
  1 Dec 2020

  Warwick Printing has completed a challenging wall mural project, relying on Drytac ReTac to get the job done in a single day.

• Drytac's Shaun Holdom appointed to ISA-UK council
  24 Nov 2020

  Drytac is delighted to announce its Global Product Manager Shaun Holdom has been appointed to the ISA-UK council with 100 per cent support from his fellow council members.

• Drytac take up important role in UK Slip Resistance Group
  19 Nov 2020

  Drytac has become a member of the UK Slip Resistance Group (UKSRG), securing its role as a leading manufacturer of safe, legal and slip-resistant floor graphics media.

• Don't stand still - floor graphics certifications explained
  18 Nov 2020

  When choosing floor graphics materials, it is essential they are suitable and safe for their intended environment. Products must adhere well to the floor surface for the desired duration of the project without curling at the edges and have a non-slip surface to prevent accidents.

• KPOP creates stylish wall graphics with Drytac ReTac
  5 Nov 2020

  High Stakes Creative has completed what it called a 'monster job' for the KPOP Korean restaurant in Georgia, USA using Drytac ReTac wall graphics media.

• Ollywood transforms Brindleyplace with Drytac Polar Street FX
  27 Oct 2020

  Ollywood used Drytac Polar Street FX to create a new floor graphic in Birmingham's busy Brindleyplace, a project that required durability and safety on wet surfaces.

• Cardiff University starts academic year with Drytac signage
  20 Oct 2020

  Cardiff University's Print Services worked around the clock to prepare the campus for the new academic year, including printing thousands of social distancing graphics on Drytac professional self-adhesive media.

• Protecting surfaces with antibacterial and antimicrobial film
  15 Oct 2020

  Keeping surfaces clean has never been more important. Doors, keypads, counters, tables - anywhere that people touch - must be cleaned regularly. Now there are some new products available that provide additional protection from within.

• Drytac wins three PRINTING United Product of the Year awards
  13 Oct 2020

  Drytac has won three awards in the PRINTING United Product of the Year competition, bringing its total wins in this awards program to ten in the past three years.

• New Drytac guides cover essential floor graphics information
  8 Oct 2020

  Drytac, a specialist manufacturer of floor graphics media, has released several overview guides on this key communications application.

• Globe Print trust Drytac media for 15km of safety signage
  1 Oct 2020

  Drytac has been rushed off its feet manufacturing floor graphics products and other media in response to unprecedented worldwide demand, with many customers using miles of Drytac film.

• Drytac announce launch of new antimicrobial Protac AMP Film
  29 Sep 2020

  Drytac has announced the global launch of Protac AMP Film with Microban antimicrobial technology, a new product designed to help protect surfaces from microbes that can cause premature product degradation.

• One film does not fit all - Why specialist products pay off
  17 Sep 2020

  The term 'multi-purpose' sounds great. One product for different applications, helping your business keep costs low and stock keeping units (SKU) simple - what's not to like?

• Get instant attention with new Drytac Polar SandTac Floor
  3 Sep 2020

  Drytac has expanded its floor graphics media range even further with the release of Polar SandTac Floor, an economical, one-step product that can be applied in seconds, grabbing attention straight away.

• Drytac Blog: Combat silvering to create gold-star work
  27 Aug 2020

  Silvering is a common issue that occurs when laminating a printed job. It's caused by tiny bubbles of air getting trapped under the lamination, creating the appearance of hazy or silver reflective lines.

• Queensland libraries gets makeover from icatchers and Drytac
  25 Aug 2020

  The children's sections of two libraries in Queensland, Australia have received bright, bold makeovers from icatchers, using Drytac media products.

• Drytac SpotOn helps Pixel Imaging think 'outside the box'
  4 Aug 2020

  Pixel Imaging says Drytac SpotOn graphics media has allowed them to think 'outside the box' and offer non-traditional exhibition displays to its customers.

• Drytac one-part FloorTac makes floor graphics safe and simple
  28 Jul 2020

  Drytac has expanded its North American range of specialist floor graphics media with two new additions to its FloorTac family.

• Drytac appoints Stark Digital as new dealer in New Zealand
  22 Jul 2020

  Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, has appointed Stark Digital as its new dealer in New Zealand.

• Get social distancing signs right with new guide from Drytac
  14 Jul 2020

  Drytac has compiled a new, free guide on how signs and graphics can be used effectively and safely to inform and provide guidance to people in accordance with government guidelines.

• Drytac adds Polar Street FX to outdoor floor graphics range
  9 Jul 2020

  Drytac has released Polar Street FX, a PVC-free aluminium print media designed for durable floor graphics in outdoor locations without lamination.

• Why release liner quality is essential for great graphics
  1 Jul 2020

  When installing self-adhesive graphics, the last thing you probably think about is the remnants you throw away. However, the quality of these remnants - better known as release liners - can make a significant difference to the printing and installation process of a graphic, and the end result.

• Minuteman Press gives salon makeover with Drytac Polar
  16 Jun 2020

  Material hair salon in Bath has revealed a new look every month, with window graphics printed by Minuteman Press using Drytac Polar Premium. Thanks to Polar's ease of application, each new window display can be installed in under an hour.

• Installing floor graphics on carpet - some tips for success
  10 Jun 2020

  Floor graphics are a great marketing medium and, increasingly, an essential communication tool thanks to their effectiveness in guiding people around a space. It's crucial that floor decals or markers are installed correctly to avoid slips and trips and the graphics product itself is safe for its environment.

• Creative Silhouettes wraps ten stores with Drytac Polar Grip
  26 May 2020

  Creative print company Creative Silhouettes has completed an attention-grabbing project for Hobo, printing and installing graphics in ten new stores in just seven days.

• Drytac blog on using short-term graphics
  20 May 2020

  Social distancing has become standard practice across the world in recent weeks. As businesses and public spaces reopen or prepare for a swell in customer numbers, it's essential to provide guidance in the form of graphics.

• Drytac launches Protac Antimicrobial for extra peace of mind
  12 May 2020

  Drytac has released Protac Antimicrobial in the UK and Europe, a new laminating film that protects surfaces against bacteria and fungus.

• Blog - Keeping people safe with floor graphics
  30 Apr 2020

  Floor graphics are an effective tool in many scenarios and are increasingly used to guide the public around a space safely.

• ArtSoft Expo collects award with Drytac Polar Premium
  28 Apr 2020

  ArtSoft Expo Solutions has completed an eye-catching project for the Grocery Innovations Canada conference in challenging weather conditions, thanks to Drytac Polar Premium printable vinyl.

• Drytac meet demand with new PVC-free floor graphic materials
  23 Apr 2020

  Drytac has launched two new PVC-free floor graphic products in Europe to meet the growing demand for non-slip, easy-to-apply solutions in this market.

• Warwick Printing installs storefront wall using Drytac ReTac
  2 Apr 2020

  Warwick Printing has installed a huge storefront wall graphic using Drytac ReTac, building excitement for a new beauty store.

• Drytac Blog: Helping your graphics withstand deep cleaning
  26 Mar 2020

  For anyone giving their site a deep clean, or simply sprucing things up during downtime, it's important that disinfectant chemicals don't cause damage to signage and displays.

• AutoTrim & Signs creates window display using Drytac SpotOn
  19 Mar 2020

  AutoTrim & Signs of Niagara has created a window display using Drytac SpotOn media, an ideal product for quick and simple installation.

• Drytac gets ISO certifications for quality and environment
  10 Mar 2020

  Drytac Europe has achieved two significant ISO certification standards, demonstrating its commitment to quality and environmental management.

• Grant Graphics celebrates history with Drytac graphics
  4 Mar 2020

  Grant Graphics has completed a wall graphics project for a new cafe and craft brewery using Drytac ReTac Smooth 150, in an appropriately newspaper-themed design.

• MK Dons kicked off new year with new Drytac graphics
  27 Feb 2020

  The box office at Stadium MK - the home of MK Dons Football Club - is now almost unrecognisable with eye-catching wall graphics printed on Drytac ReTac Textures media, after the decision was made to bring printing in-house.

• Drytac announces carbon-neutral booth at FESPA 2020
  25 Feb 2020

  Drytac will again provide all of the official show graphics for the forthcoming FESPA Global Print Show in Madrid, Spain. In addition, Drytac has announced its booth (5-C15) will be certified carbon neutral and packed with new products.

• Drytac opens new office and warehouses in the USA
  20 Feb 2020

  Drytac - a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets - will open new locations in the USA, helping more customers achieve stunning results with Drytac products.

• Drytac to educate and inspire with new video series
  18 Feb 2020

  Drytac has released a series of videos giving an insight into how it utilises its unique adhesive science to develop market-leading print media, protective films and bonding tapes - and how graphics professionals can use them to achieve outstanding results.

• Drytac appoints Shann as distribution partner for Australia
  17 Feb 2020

  Drytac has appointed Shann DPM as the exclusive Australian distributor for its extensive range of wide format print media, mounting and protective films.

• Drytac SpotOn used on Emmerdale bus at Leeds Pride
  4 Feb 2020

  The Leeds Pride parade featured an open-top double-decker bus wrapped for the occasion by the team behind Emmerdale's on-screen graphics - using Drytac easily removable graphics materials.

• Drytac announce global availability SpotOn White M50
  30 Jan 2020

  Drytac has announced the global availability of its its SpotOn White M50 window graphic media for vibrant, eye-catching displays, which offers 50% more opacity than standard SpotOn White products.

• Drytac ReTac appears at The Mirage in Las Vegas
  28 Jan 2020

  A new restaurant at The Mirage hotel and casino complex in Las Vegas is to open soon, featuring dramatic wall murals printed on Drytac ReTac Textures.

• Drytac Blog wall graphics: Failing to prepare is preparing to fail
  24 Jan 2020

  It's no surprise that over the past decade wall graphics have become more and more relevant. The explosion of higher quality and more affordable large format printers has enabled graphics companies to offer their customers more than just their standard signs, vehicle graphics and posters.

• Drytac ReTac shines brighter with gloss finish
  22 Jan 2020

  Drytac has increased its ReTac range with a new gloss finish on ReTac Smooth 75 and ReTac Smooth 150, giving users a high-shine alternative to the established Matte product.

• Cartoon Network Hotel comes to life with Drytac media
  20 Jan 2020

  The much-anticipated Cartoon Network Hotel has recently opened, decorated with colorful floor-to-ceiling graphics printed on Drytac ReTac Smooth 150 media.

• Globe Park Print Store has a Perfect Moment using Drytac media
  17 Jan 2020

  Globe Park Print Store completed a multi-application project for skiwear brand Perfect Moment using Drytac media, in place for just one day.

• Branded Wraps makes an entrance with Drytac media
  14 Jan 2020

  Fans heading to a winter sports complex are set to receive a warm welcome thanks to a new ceiling mural, printed and installed by Branded Wraps using Drytac products.

• Drytac transforms store window into Christmas wonderland
  17 Dec 2019

  The Christmas spirit has arrived in Bath with shoppers treated to a magical snowy window display at The Loft, printed and installed by Drytac.

• Drytac blog - Elevate your graphics with the right media
  11 Dec 2019

  If you're looking for a captive audience for your advertising or branding, you can't get much more focused than an elevator - exterior or interior. Your market may only be exposed to the display for a few seconds at a time - although possibly several times a day - which means it must have an immediate impact. But if you get it right, there's incredible potential for engagement.