Awards program rolls out for truck graphics

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) has opened its 2012 Vehicle Graphics Design Awards Competition, co-sponsored by 3M Canada’s commercial graphics division. The competition is open to all Canadian truck fleet operators—private or for-hire—and the graphic design companies that visually enhance their vehicles. Awards are presented in seven categories: tractor trailer combination, straight…

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New teams and names

Wide- and grand-format printing equipment and supply integrator Global Imaging has been selected to distribute Asphalt Art’s commercial-grade foil-based media for slip-resistant surface applications, including floor and street graphics.

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Wide-format executive extends responsibilities

Patrick Chapuis, president of Océ North America’s wide-format printing division, has been promoted to president and CEO of the entire organization, succeeding the retiring Joseph Skryzpczak. In his new role, which came into effect on January 1, Chapuis has responsibility for Océ’s North American sales, marketing, service, operations, finance and support functions. In addition to…

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Deadline approaches for sustainable printing recognition

The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is encouraging its digital printing and screenprinting member companies, including those in Canada, to apply now to the Sustainability Recognition Program, as this year’s deadline of February 24 is fast-approaching. The program recognizes specialty imaging companies as they take steps to develop a sustainable business ethic. All program applicants…

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Ski wrap outshines December competitors

An inkjet-printed ski wrap by Klages Kreations, a custom embroidery, monogramming and design business, was the People’s Choice winner for December 2011 in Roland DGA’s international Creative Awards contest. Carolyn Klages’ submission, which was selected from a field of more than 60 entries, comprised a collection of five pairs of skis, which were individually wrapped…

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ISA design competition deadline approaches

The International Sign Association (ISA) is seeking further submissions from member companies for its 2012 Sign Design Competition. The winners will be announced in March at the organization’s annual International Sign Expo in Orlando, Fla. Developed to showcase the breadth and creativity of the sign and visual communications industry (sample past winner pictured), this year’s…

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Awards and certification

At press time, Ampco Manufacturers in Coquitlam, B.C.—including Ampco Grafix, its large-format digital printing division—was selected as a provincial finalist in the annual Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies competition, managed by professional services firm Deloitte. (Pictured left to right are Ampco general manager Roy Sun, Ampco president Dann Konkin and Deloitte private company services leader Daryl Johannesen.)

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