What ‘Made in America’ means at NGS Printing
Whether you find it inscribed on t-shirt tags or boldly embossed on signage, "Made In U.S.A." imbues a certain sense of love for country.
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April, 2019
What’s so special about second surface printing?
Second surface printing can take your visual messages to the next level.
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March, 2019
Why it’s time to update your signage
If you're considering an in-store makeover, you may want to include your signage as one of the elements that could use a good pick-me-up.
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March, 2019
What makes the Inca Onset X special
Here are a few reasons why the Inca Onset X is the gold standard of flatbed wide format digital printers.
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March, 2019
Political signs: Do they work?
Does political campaign signage help candidates win elections?
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February, 2019
Why NGS Printing is your only choice for industry experience
If expertise is what you're after, you'll be hard pressed to find a developer with more notches on their tool belt than us.
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February, 2019
How NGS Printing is leading by example towards a cleaner planet
Nearly 30 percent of the energy NGS Printing uses in production comes from solar.
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January, 2019
Breaking down G7 Master Qualification
For 10 years in a row, NGS Printing has achieved G7 Master qualification in color proofing, wide-format digital printing and screen-printing.
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December, 2018
Why employee loyalty matters to our customers
The printing business has a lot of turnover, but that's not the case at NGS Printing, which should come as good news to customers.
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December, 2018
PETG or Acrylic? Uncovering the differences in clear rigid materials
So you know what design, color scheme and words will fill out your point of purchase display. All you have left to decide is the material to use.
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December, 2018
Iconic FAO Schwarz signage returns to NYC
Just in time for the holiday season, FAO Schwarz is back in the Big Apple.
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November, 2018
3 ways to multitask successfully
By getting a better understanding of how the brain works, effective multitasking is possible.
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November, 2018
New store locations signals surge in web traffic, study suggests
While there's no denying that more stores are launching websites to give customers more purchase vehicles, a recent study suggests that brick-and-mortar locations are key to sales success.
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October, 2018
Fast-food chain to shorten its name in bid to modernize
Starting in January, Canton, Massachusetts-based Dunkin' Donuts will shed its "Donuts" moniker and become known simply as "Dunkin'," the company announced recently.
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October, 2018
New England grocery chain in midst of major overhaul
A household name grocery chain for New Englanders is going through a bit of a transformation - starting with its interior signage.
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October, 2018
Signs point to banner year for holiday shopping
Holiday sales signs and marketing efforts likely won't be in vain, as purchase activity is poised to rise during the all-important season for retailers.
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October, 2018
4 key elements of smart restaurant signage
Word of mouth is one of the more effective ways to spread the message, but signage is every bit as important - perhaps more so.
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September, 2018
Majority of Americans struggle with knowing what they’re eating
Poor labeling and signage practices is making it harder than it needs to be, according to the results of a recent survey.
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August, 2018
The informational values of signage
Here are a few ways that signage can alert and educate employees and consumers.
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August, 2018
NGS Printing in the top ten of Printing News’ Top Shop Awards
NGS Printing is happy to report that we have placed in the top ten of the 2018 Top Shop Awards for Wide-Format & Signage.
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August, 2018
NGS Printing upgrades again with the Inca Onset X
NGS Printing's purchase of an Onset X printer represents a significant upgrade for the company's hardware.
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July, 2018
Which signage best for securing consumer attention?
Effective signage can help companies communicate, regardless of who their target audience is.
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June, 2018
The benefits of digital printing for tight turnarounds
Several factors help increase the speed of digital printing over offset.
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June, 2018
How the restaurant industry benefits from effective indoor signage
Being successful can hinge on your ability to deploy indoor signage that will have positive effects on the consumer experience.
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May, 2018
The benefits of switchable signage
Magnetic graphics are a switchable signage that, due to their dynamic nature, have an increased ability to hold attention.
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May, 2018
What are the benefits of window signage?
Every enterprise with open glass surface area can benefit from window graphics.
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April, 2018
When should brands opt for translite branding?
When brands are looking to advertise their image through translites, some locations are better than others.
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April, 2018
How to maximize the potential of decal advertising
Decals are effective and versatile tools in promoting brand awareness and increasing consumer loyalty.
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March, 2018
How to use end caps and floor graphics to create an experience store
Modern retail stores do not prioritize convenience; instead, they opt for a shopping experience.
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March, 2018
Why coroplast signage quality will matter in 2018
Coroplast signage will be important in 2018 due to a variety of compelling factors.
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March, 2018
Attracting attention in the aisle
Effective shelf signage like aisle violators and channel strips can increase the likelihood of a sale occurring.
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January, 2018
Product Spotlight: Magnets and Magnetic Receptives [Video]
Magnetic graphics are startlingly efficient and effective for their customization and interaction.
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January, 2018
The benefits of eco-friendly ink [Video]
Companies may be surprised to learn that they can reduce their carbon footprint by choosing a less harmful kind of ink.
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January, 2018
Maximizing ultra violet, Pantone’s Color of the Year
In 2018, companies across industries will be rushing to properly utilize the ultra violet trend.
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January, 2018
How to find the best uses for window clings [Video]
Retail space owners should keep some things in mind: time is precious, appeal to emotion, and choose your colors wisely.
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December, 2017
Tips for leveraging eye-catching endcaps [Video]
Endcaps are the most visual display in your store.
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November, 2017
What is G7 Qualification, and why is it important? [Video]
NGS was one the first printers to receive G7 Qualification for both screen and digital printing services.
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November, 2017
NGS Printing acquires its second Zund D3 digital cutter
NGS Printing is proud to announce our second Zund D3 L-3200 digital cutting system.
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November, 2017
3 reasons why digital is quickly becoming the printing option of choice
Most of our customers, both new and long-standing, are choosing digital printing.
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November, 2017
How to make the most of your industry conference
We recently attended the SGIA Expo in New Orleans. Now, we're sharing our tips for making the most of an industry trade show.
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November, 2017
Product spotlight: Concrete and sidewalk graphics
Concrete and sidewalk graphics are a great, unconventional way to increase brand awareness and promote an event or product.
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October, 2017
What is post-press, and why it is to important for your graphics? [Video]
Your display graphic isn't complete once it comes off the printer.
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October, 2017
How to stop wasting time on emails for good [Video]
People spend over four hours a day checking work emails.
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October, 2017
4 tips to make your design and printing processes more eco-friendly [VIDEO]
Revamp your design and printing process to be more eco-friendly with these four tips.
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September, 2017
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August, 2017
4 ways to support the productivity of your creative teams
Use these four tips to help your designers create better, more appealing graphics.
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August, 2017
Using Mobile to Increase Engagement and Impulse Purchases
It's no secret that mobile and online shopping have drastically changed the way consumers interact with brands and stores. Businesses need to work to combine in-store marketing like point-of-purchase displays and retail signage along with mobile, not against it, to survive in this shifting landscape. One way for them to do so is to create [...]
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August, 2017
Tips to Influence Your Offline Marketing Strategy
There's no mistaking how powerful the right words can be. A great turn of phrase can completely change our emotions. It should come as no surprise, then, that the words you use in marketing are crucial to the success of your campaign. Switching, adding or eliminating just one word can drastically boost conversions, both on [...]
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August, 2017
NGS Printing is No. 23 among the nation’s wide-format printers [Video]
NGS Printing is proud to announce we’ve placed No. 23 on Printing News'
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July, 2017
4 questions to ask when choosing a substrate for your graphic
The right substrate for your printed graphic depends on numerous factors.
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June, 2017
Traditional merchandising in the age of self service [Video]
Convenience and consumer self-sufficiency are key to enhancing the customer experience
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June, 2017
Green Processes and Materials
Going green is a smart business strategy, and NGS Printing is committed to reducing the impact that our internal operations have on the environment. Through sustainable practices, recycling and source-reduction initiatives, NGS is determined to make the Earth a better place for generations to come. In addition, NGS will seek to provide our customers with solutions designed to help them produce products that are inherently more sustainable.
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June, 2017
How printed signs, displays and graphics increase top-of-mind awareness among local consumers
Printed signs and displays are still relevant, even with the prevalence of online marketing.
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June, 2017
What is a picoliter, and why should I care?
Choosing a digital printing supplier depends on many factors.
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May, 2017
3 ways to use Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2017 [Video]
Pantone's 2017 color of the year is Greenery.
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May, 2017
3 unfortunate retail display problems that cost you customers [Video]
Are you making one of these three store design mistakes?
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April, 2017
3 reasons why POP signage is your best in-store marketing tool [Video]
Online marketing is important, but POP displays still have their place.
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April, 2017
Design insights: Understanding composition [Video]
Composition describes the way color, text and images relate to each other within your graphic.
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April, 2017
3 underutilized physical spaces to leverage your brand
Floors, windows and counter tops are great spaces for increasing brand recognition and encouraging last-minute sales.
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March, 2017
Why PMS is crucial to your brand
The Pantone Matching System keeps your brand's colors consistent.
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March, 2017
Why printing on plastic may be better than paper
Plastic substrates are far more durable than paper ones, with many suitable for indoor and outdoor graphics. They also can provide structure to displays that many times paper cannot.
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March, 2017
GlobalShop 2017: Why it’s important and why NGS is there
Come see NGS Printing at booth 3045 during GlobalShop 2017!
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March, 2017
Design basics: Harmonizing your color palette
Avoiding clashing colors is essential for creating an eye-catching graphic.
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March, 2017
2 ways to maximize your print and online marketing
Mix your digital and print marketing campaigns for maximum engagement.
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March, 2017
2 ways to maximize your print and online marketing [Video]
Here are two ways to combine your print and digital marketing campaigns.
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February, 2017
PMS, RGB, CMYK? Color acronyms revealed [Video]
RGB, CMYK and PMS are three of the most important acronyms in design.
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February, 2017
Understanding color acronyms
Three acronyms - RGB, CMYK and PMS - are essential for understanding how to create high-quality graphics.
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February, 2017
How color affects your brand
Color is one of the main factors determining how customers view your brand.
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February, 2017
NGS Printing increases production with the Zund D3 digital cutter
NGS Printing was the first in our market to acquire the Zund D3 digital cutter.
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February, 2017
How to incorporate current events in your ads
Referencing current events increases your brand's relevance.
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January, 2017
4 design books to read in 2017 [Video]
Grab these four design books for inspiration over the coming year.
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January, 2017
2 ways automation in the printing industry helps your business
Automation is changing the printing industry. Here's how that benefits your business.
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January, 2017
4 design books to read in 2017
These four design books are must-reads for 2017.
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January, 2017
5 questions to ask your potential printing partner
These five questions will help you choose the right printing partner from the start.
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January, 2017
How to incorporate current events in your ads [Video]
Make your graphics relatable when creating displays that reference current events.
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January, 2017
7 essential terms for printing beginners
Knowing terms like prepress, file format and process color helps you select the right printing partner.
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January, 2017
Keeping color crisp and consistent
These tips help you make sure the colors and edges of your printed graphic look the way you want them to.
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January, 2017
4 red flags to look out for when selecting a printing partner
Choosing a printing partner for your POP graphics, yard signage or other product isn't a decision to take lightly.
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January, 2017
Keeping color crisp and consistent [Video]
Use these tips to ensure quality color when it comes to your graphics.
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December, 2016
4 design trends for 2017 [Video]
As you start planning for 2017, consider what design styles will influence your graphics.
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December, 2016
Essential terms: Digital and screen printing [Video]
There's a lot of vocabulary to learn when it comes to printing.
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November, 2016
4 graphic design trends to consider in 2017
In 2017, fashion and web design trends will become popular in the world of print design.
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November, 2016
Why quality matters in printing services [Video]
Your graphics and displays are reflections of your brand.
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October, 2016
What to look for in a printing partner
You need a printing partner that offers comprehensive services that meet your unique needs.
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October, 2016
Why you need a printing partner, not a vendor [Video]
Choosing the right printing service is an important decision for your brand.
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October, 2016
Why quality matters in printing services
The quality of your signage is a direct reflection of your brand.
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October, 2016
Why you need a printing partner, not a vendor
Seek a partner, not a vendor, when looking for a printing company.
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September, 2016
NGS Printing is a G7 Master … Again
NGS Printing has achieved G7® Master qualification in screen-printing, wide-format digital printing and color proofing yet again, with 2016 marking the eighth consecutive year the company has received this recognition. G7® represents cutting-edge industry best practices designed to help brands and printers alike improve color consistency across print technologies, material substrate and ink type. The [...]
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April, 2016
SGIA Recognizes NGS Printing for Environmental Sustainability
The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is recognizing NGS Printing for demonstrating excellence in business and environmental sustainability. SGIA has announced NGS as an recipient of its Sustainability Recognition Program Award. NGS Printing is named an 2016 honoree because of a well communicated company sustainability policy and recent 2015 facility investment projects which have proven to [...]
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December, 2015
Why Screen Printing Will Never Go Away Completely
Modern screen printing has been around for over a thousand years and due to its unmatched capabilities, we don’t see screenprinting going away anytime soon. Nobody is ignoring the growth of the digital printing market. New innovations are constantly being announced, yet the biggest appeal for digital printing as we see it remains its flexibility. [...]
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October, 2014
The First Fujifilm Acuity F Printer is at NGS Printing!
NGS Printing is proud to announce the first installation of the Acuity F in North America. This large format flatbed digital press offers the highest resolution available in the market today. This new purchase, along with the ground breaking purchase on the Inca Onset Q40i last year, keeps with NGS's commitment to using only the [...]