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News for January 18, 2010

Marking Industry Survey 2010

It's that time again—time for our 2010 marking industry survey! We've whittled our list of questions down to the bare essentials, so this year our survey is shorter and less demanding than ever. While you can find it as an insert in the pages of Marking Industry Magazine's January issue, for your convenience we've also put it up on the Internet!

Click here to take our survey online and sign up for the chance to win two free hotel nights at the 100th Anniversary IMIA show in Indianapolis, June 3-5, 2010. Survey responses must be received by February 28, 2010 for inclusion in the convention hotel-night giveaway.

High-Gloss Wood Handles

United Marking Inc. offers a complete line of wood handles with custom imprinting service. The company's wood handles are available in sizes #1 (1/4-inch tenon), #2 (5/16-inch tenon), #3 (3/8-inch tenon) and #4 (3/8-inch tenon) in cherry, walnut and black finish. These furniture-quality wood handles have a durable high-gloss finish with accurately sized tenons for trouble-free assembly. United offers custom pad printing with company logo and contact information at low cost and quick delivery.

Call United Marking for a free sample handle and more information about wood and plastic handles. Please specify size and color. These products do not appear in the company's 2009 Catalog and Price list.

For more information, contact United Marking Inc., 866/447-8267; E-mail: sales@unitedmarking.com; Web: www.unitedmarking.com

New Inspection Stamps with Dates

Shiny USA introduces three new inspection stamps that use type bands for extra durability. The die plate pulls away from the metal frame, thus allowing the dates to turn. The S-1000-6 comes with a carrying case and a pad for easy use and storage.

S-1000-6: Die plate size 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch (20mm x 20mm)
S-1200-5: Die plate size: 1 inch x 1 inch (25mm x 25mm)
S-1500-7: Die plate size: 1 1/4 inches x 1 1/4 inches (31mm x 31mm)

For more information, contact Shiny USA, 866/856-3782; Web: www.shinyusa.com

New Imagepac Xtra (Clear)

Millennium Marking Co. introduces new Imagepac Xtra (Clear) photopolymer. New Imagepac Xtra (Clear) is manufactured with a new process to ensure the highest quality in a bag polymer.

The lamination is a permanent process that cannot be detached or weakened by chemicals. The imaging substrate provides excellent ink-wetting ability. The use of a separate heat seal plastic allows the seal to be robust and leak-proof while not placing any tension on the imaging film, preventing creasing and allowing the packs to flatten under low compression.

The backing substrate is a special laminate that provides rigidity while allowing for easy cutting.

For more information and an introductory promotion, contact MMC, 800/453-5362; Web: www.dedicatedtothestampmaker.com

Johnson Plastics Celebrates 40 Successful Years

2010 represents a landmark year for Johnson Plastics as the company celebrates 40 years of successful business growth. Founded in 1970 as a distributor of sign supplies, the company has become one of the world's leading distributors of products and equipment for the engraving, recognition and sublimation industries.

Known for its large product inventory, quick delivery and knowledgeable, responsive customer service, the company was founded to "meet the needs of our customers by providing exceptional service, product quality, and value," says Tom Johnson, company founder. "We continue to strive to improve our skills, systems, service and products to exceed customer expectations," he adds.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Johnson Plastics has seven additional offices strategically located in Atlanta, Georgia; Concord, California; Carrolton, Texas; Columbus, Ohio; Algonquin, Illinois; Phoenix, Arizona; and Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

A regular participant in major industry trade shows, Johnson Plastics is a leader in providing new and innovative products, fabrication services, technical support educational seminars and magazine articles for their customers. The company markets its product lines through its online engraving products and sublimation products catalogs (www.johnsonplastics.com), as well as printed catalogs, which can be obtained by calling 800/869-7800.

For more information, contact Johnson Plastics, 9240 Grand Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55420; 800/869-7800, 612/888-9507; Fax: 612/888-4997; Web: www.johnsonplastics.com

New Industrial Stamp Pads

Shiny USA introduces new industrial stamp pads made of polycarbonate and a special felt material. They are made to withstand the toughest inks and solvents.

These pads are available in two sizes:

Industrial 3F Pad: 2 3/4 inches x 4 3/8 inches
Industrial 4F Pad: 5 inches x 7 inches

For more information, contact Shiny USA, 866/856-3782; Web: www.shinyusa.com

Laser Film Enhancer

United Marking Inc. offers a fast, safe and inexpensive method to make negative or positive laser film with Magic Dark™ Laser Film Enhancer. Magic Dark solution allows the stamp maker to produce film up to three times darker using four steps: First, print copy on high-density vellum (HDV) in a negative or positive format from a laser printer (preferably an HP model). Then, spray the Magic Dark enhancing solution on the toner side of the film. Next, using the Magic Dark stainless steel roller, roll over the entire film once to spread the solution evenly. Last, dry the film with a heat tool or hair dryer.

The Magic Dark starter kit comes with 50 sheets of HDV, a stainless steel roller and a heat tool. Magic Dark solution is an enhanced formulation of the LaserBlack™ solution and works great with LaserBlack machines.

For more information, contact United Marking Inc., 866/447-8267; E-mail: sales@unitedmarking.com; Web: www.unitedmarking.com

Harrell Appointed Manager of Training/Technologies

Anderson & Vreeland Inc. Vice President and General Manager Darin Lyon announces the appointment of Tyler Harrell as manager of training and technologies for the company. Harrell will be responsible for managing all aspects of Anderson & Vreeland's pre-sale and post-sale technical service and support.

Harrell comes to A&V from EskoArtwork where he served as solutions and innovations manager responsible for creating product development programs and market strategies.

"Tyler has much to offer our customers with his industry experience and natural ability to interact with our customers," says Lyon. "We expect him to do a great job for us."

For more information, contact Anderson & Vreeland online at www.AndersonVreeland.com

White Stainless Steel Travel Mug

Johnson Plastics has added a white stainless steel travel mug to its growing line of products for sublimation. Available exclusively from Johnson Plastics, the new mug (XP8300W) is a white version of the popular metallic-colored 14-ounce stainless steel travel mug.

The new white mug features a double-walled design to keep hot liquids hot and rubber-lined pop-top lid to prevent spilling. The disassembled mug has four parts including the removable white stainless steel sleeve that sublimates beautifully using a mug press or mug wrap, providing the perfect background for sublimated graphics from corporate logos to family photos. The base, insert with handle, and lid are black.

The mugs come individually in gift boxes. Promote them as a thoughtful gift, promotional item or fundraiser.