Matthew Theobald
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Exhibition Graphic Techniques - Wet Application of Self-Adhesive Vinyl
If you are new to signmaking or producing graphics for exhibition stands you may have had to apply to surfaces that are prone to bubbling. This article will show you how to avoid this. Surfaces that are particularly difficult are those which are very smooth - for instance: glass, acrylic and vehicle paintwork. You could pop the bubbles afterwards but there can often be so many that... (posted by Matthew 2 years 186 days ago.)
If you are new to signmaking or producing graphics for exhibition stands you may have had to apply to surfaces that are prone to bubbling. This article will show you how to avoid this. Surfaces that are particularly difficult are those which are very smooth - for instance: glass, acrylic and vehicle paintwork. You could pop the bubbles afterwards but there can often be so many that... (posted by Matthew 2 years 186 days ago.)
Do's and Don'ts of Trade Show Staffing
Having spent many hours in exhibition and trade show environments as both an exhibitor and a customer, I am constantly amazed at the lack of training and unprofessionalism of those manning the stand. The best way is to start with a list of what not to do. Such a list follows - and the horrifying thing is that everything on this list is done - and often - by staff at exhibitions, thus not only damaging their... (posted by Matthew 2 years 193 days ago.)
Having spent many hours in exhibition and trade show environments as both an exhibitor and a customer, I am constantly amazed at the lack of training and unprofessionalism of those manning the stand. The best way is to start with a list of what not to do. Such a list follows - and the horrifying thing is that everything on this list is done - and often - by staff at exhibitions, thus not only damaging their... (posted by Matthew 2 years 193 days ago.)
Signage Techniques - Applying Vinyl Decals
Substrate Preparation If you are applying to a substrate that you have no experience of it makes sense to test both the vinyl and the marking method in an inconspicuous area first. You should try to make sure that the substrate (the thing that you are sticking the decal onto) is clear of any grease or surface dust. Ideally you would wipe off any dust and debris using a damp cloth and then de-grease the surface... (posted by Matthew 2 years 199 days ago.)
Substrate Preparation If you are applying to a substrate that you have no experience of it makes sense to test both the vinyl and the marking method in an inconspicuous area first. You should try to make sure that the substrate (the thing that you are sticking the decal onto) is clear of any grease or surface dust. Ideally you would wipe off any dust and debris using a damp cloth and then de-grease the surface... (posted by Matthew 2 years 199 days ago.)
Exhibition Stands - How To Organise Your Projects and Get the Most Out of Your Team.
Congratulations you have pitched for a job a won it. But now what? What is the best way to get the job done, and make sure that the whole team are working together? Once a brief has been established, it is then the task of the project manager to assertain how the team will be able to achieve it. The first stage is the planning process, delegating specific roles to your... (posted by Matthew 2 years 204 days ago.)
Congratulations you have pitched for a job a won it. But now what? What is the best way to get the job done, and make sure that the whole team are working together? Once a brief has been established, it is then the task of the project manager to assertain how the team will be able to achieve it. The first stage is the planning process, delegating specific roles to your... (posted by Matthew 2 years 204 days ago.)
A Beginners Guide to the Application of Computer-Cut Vinyl Lettering
Set out below you will find two common techniques for the successful application of self-adhesive vinyl lettering Using a standard ballpoint pen mark a line on the substrate corresponding to the baseline of the text to be applied. Mark the line as lightly as possible - consider using a series of dots or short lines which will be less visible if there are issues when removing the line.... (posted by Matthew 2 years 224 days ago.)
Set out below you will find two common techniques for the successful application of self-adhesive vinyl lettering Using a standard ballpoint pen mark a line on the substrate corresponding to the baseline of the text to be applied. Mark the line as lightly as possible - consider using a series of dots or short lines which will be less visible if there are issues when removing the line.... (posted by Matthew 2 years 224 days ago.)
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