makers and display specialists, so has encouraged potential users to watch this space. When it comes to the environmental benefits of large-format board products, many of the positives may seem obvious. However, with many other materials still favoured for certain applications, and many end-users still not fully embracing recycling, paper product suppliers are continuing to remind customers of the many benefits of their solutions. Lunt explains: “In short, our products are engineered to minimise waste, extend their usefulness, and reduce overall environmental impact, aligning with a more sustainable approach to manufacturing and usage.” To demonstrate the key benefits of PACFORT products, Lunt points to areas like material efficiency, cost-effectiveness, recyclability, environmental impact, and eco-friendly development, as positives for paper-based options. “Both Hexblanc and Ahblanc are designed with advanced core structures (honeycomb and NDC), which maximise strength while minimising the amount of material used,” explains Lunt, who adds: “This reduction in material waste contributes to a more efficient use of resources, reducing overall environmental impact.” When it comes to cost effectiveness, Lunt says that paper-based materials can be more affordable than alternatives like PVC and can have reduced transport costs, allowing business to balance sustainability with budget considerations. “As part of our commitment to sustainability, both products are designed with recyclability in mind,” says Lunt, adding: “This means that once the boards reach the end of their lifecycle, they can be recycled or repurposed, reducing landfill waste. “The materials used in the production of these boards are sourced with sustainability in mind, ensuring a lower environmental footprint during manufacturing. The reduced material usage and efficient production processes also contribute to less energy consumption in manufacturing.” When it comes to printing on large-format board, PACFORT also suggests testing the materials on machines, gathering samples, and evaluating what works best for your company in order to achieve the quality finish that you want. “Experimentation, 51 Issue 258 - April / May 2025 email: editor@signlink.co.uk collaboration, and ongoing discussions with others are key to finding the most effective solutions,” says Lunt. An Extensive Range The popularity of paper and alternative substrates over the past few years has led to a number of new products, including smaller-format media types like traditional paper. A supplier of a variety of these papers and materials is Antalis, which describes itself as a distributor of visual communication media. The company’s products can be used for a range of applications, including vehicle wrapping, interior decoration, and large-format display solutions. When it comes to large-format and display boards, Antalis provides products like Katz Board, Katz Outdoor Board, Libra Weatherboard, Libra Display Board, Dispa, and Xanita. Many of the company’s products have been used for numerous award-winning projects in the retail and exhibition spaces. Speaking of the company’s latest display board release, Paul Neale, visual communication product manager at Antalis, says: “The latest addition in February this year is Eska Brown, the only ▲ Fibre-based board has become a popular option for exhibition builds and graphics LARGE-FORMAT BOARD With any foam-based products some expansion can occur in heated conditions and direct sunlight, causing the product to warp if there is no room for expansion such as when in a frame The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a non-profit organisation that works with businesses, governments, and NGOs with the goal of protecting healthy and resilient forests. A FSC label represents the protection of fair wages, working conditions, conservation, and reversing deforestation Factoid
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