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December 2006:
Specialized Substrates for POP Displays
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| This large-format display is constructed of Corplast, which has been screen printed directly. |
The variety of substrates available for use with point-of-purchase displays is nearly as diverse as the range of uses for the displays themselves. Substrate choice is particularly important for large-format displays, or those that will be used outdoors. Let’s review some of the “unusual” substrates available for your POP displays at Coyne Graphic Finishing:
Gatorfoam®
A styrene-coated synthetic-based substrate, Gatorboard is a lightweight material that is typically imaged directly using a screen printing process. Due to the structure of Gatorboard, it must be routed using a CNC routing system; die cutting will not yield satisfactory results. Gatorboard is available in thicknesses up to 2” at Coyne.
Best For: Large-format indoor displays such as standees and hanging signs.
Plastic-Corrugated
This corrugated plastic sheet is a stronger alternative to corrugated board. Like Gatorboard, corplast can be screen printed directly. It can also be die cut rather than CNC routed. Corplast is similar in thickness to standard corrugated board and is available in 3mm and 4mm gauges.
Best For: The light weight, durability and waterproof properties of corplast make it ideal for outdoor displays of all types.
Polycarbonate (PC) Board
This lightweight, dense board is available in several colors and in thicknesses up to 10mm. PC board can be die cut or routed depending on its thickness and your desired shape. Printed sheets can be mounted to PC board using a specialized process.
Best For: Indoor or outdoor displays, including hanging signs and standees.
Sintra
A high-density, durable substrate, Sintra board must be CNC routed rather than die cut. As with many other synthetic-coated substrates, Sintra board can be screen printed directly or mounted with printed sheets. Best For: Sintra board is popular for outdoor signs and other durable displays. Its density allows it to support additional weight, such as a rack of product samples.
The Coyne Advantage
These are just a few of the many substrates Coyne Graphic Finishing can work with to produce the ideal displays for your needs. Our state-of-the-art services include CNC routing, die cutting and mounting services, as well as just-added thermal heat bending capabilities. Let Coyne be your single source for complete POP display production.