10 Sign-maker Minoh sets the scene with Drytac Toronto-based sign-maker Minoh Inc used Drytac ReTac Textures Linen embossed film to produce a series of graphics that were integrated as part of a wider interior video wall display. Working in partnership with Marlin Spring, an integrated real estate company that acquires, develops, constructs, and repositions assets throughout North America, Minoh printed the graphics on its HP Latex 365 printer. The graphics were then installed around a series of screens inside the Marlin Spring office, with the screens cleverly overlapping wording without completely blocking the oversized text. Other aspects of the job included a graphic that listed all the key amenities in the area local to Marlin Spring’s latest real estate project in Toronto. “The customer was absolutely over the moon with the look of the graphics after they were installed on the walls,” says Minoh sales manager Steven Mayers, who adds: “Such was the success of the job that the client will be looking to use this method again on other projects and we look forward to supporting them with future jobs. “The Minoh team was also incredibly impressed with Drytac ReTac Textures Linen as a product, and we will most certainly be using the material again in the future. It was incredibly easy to install and was great to work with, from start to fi nish.” ReTac Textures Linen is used for adding depth to static, flat images. The material can be easily repositioned or removed due to the use of ReTac on the back. The graphics for the interior video wall display were printed using Minoh's HP Latex 365 printer FASTSIGNS Leeds ‘grapples’ high seas The Leeds branch of sign franchise FASTSIGNS has helped a local infirmary volunteer and competitive racer in a challenge to row over 3,000 miles across the Atlantic ocean. A full vinyl wrap and signage were produced for the boat being used in the annual Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. The boat’s owner, Mike Bates, is raising money for Leeds General Infirmary (LGI) after his experience with its lifesaving treatments. Speaking about his experience, Bates says: “Both of my children were born prematurely and needed lots of help in their first few months. Without the amazing staff and facilities at Leeds General Infirmary, my family life would be vastly different. “I want to support the charity for future families who need the specialist care we received. We’ve already raised £140,000 for the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at LGI, and I’d like to raise as much as we can to give something back to people who do so much.” Bates’ boat named The Atlantic Grappler has been themed to reflect his time in the Royal Army and set sail on December 12th, 2022, with up to 30 boat teams from around the world. The race takes participants through tricky conditions in San Sebastian de La Gomera in the Canary Islands all the way to Nelson’s Dockyard in Antigua and Barbuda. FASTSIGNS Leeds was able to use its experience in the automotive sector to wrap the seven-metre-long boat which it completed in three days with 25m of premium vinyl. The team provided the work for free in order to support Bates’ fundraising efforts. Director of FASTSIGNS Leeds, Andy Simpson, adds: “It’s especially important to us that we work with the local community. We’ve always tried to help charities and NFP organisations when we can, and the signage and products we supply can help advertise and promote their all-important events and fundraising activities. “We haven't done a boat wrap like this before, so it was a really exciting project to get involved with. We will all be following Mike's journey and we're really excited to see how much Mike raises thanks to his fantastic efforts.” Bates has been prepping for the race for three years and prior to setting off said he was raring to go. “It's going to be a challenge, but so rewarding,” he said. You can support Bates at: https://www. theatlanticgrappler.com/donate as well as on Instagram and Facebook. Above left (L to R): Martin Brook, Jonny Taylor, Vinny Symes, Cliff Ward, Ansley Protheru, Carole Ward, and Mike Bates. Above right: Bates’ boat has been themed to reflect his time as Counter Terrorism Covert Operations Leader within the Intelligence field of the MOD By David Osgar By Rob Fletcher APPLICATIONS / NEWS www.signlink.co.uk February / March 2023 - Issue 245 @signlink @signlink @signlinkmagazine
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