Silver Step banner stands – versatile, affordable, durable

Posted on May 4, 2011 by nwcidisplays

The Silver Step banner stand is one of the newest to our line up. The Silver Step has been around for years and is one of the most popular banners available. Its so popular because its a quality product that looks great and is available in multiple sizes. Graphics can easily be removed making it ideal for companies that need to change their message from event to event. The Silver Step has a lifetime warranty and a price point below comparable products. All graphics are printed on a curl resistant 16 oz block out vinyl.

Silver Step

The Silver Step has a stylish design and quality silver(or black) finish

The picture above showcases the style of the Silver Step. The powder coated finish is durable and available in silver or black. Black stands are only available in the 24″ or 36″ wide models. Chrome end caps are included to protect internal components and add style to the stand. Hardware carries a lifetime warranty so if a defect ever occurs its covered by the manufacturer.

Velcro top rail

The graphic attaches with Velcro making it very easy to change

The best feature of the Silver Step is the Velcro top and bottom Velcro attachments making it very easy to change the graphic. This is a much better system than other banners that require double sided tape and/or tricky rails to replace graphics. The graphic height is adjustable between 69″ and 92″ making it very easy to take the Silver Step to different events.

Silver Step carrying bag

Ridged shipping case is included to protect the Silver Step in transit

The Silver Step comes with a very high quality carrying bag that is reinforced for superior strength and durability. Most banner stands come with a flimsy bag that does not protect the banner during shipping but the Silver Step includes a very good quality case that adds even more value to the banner. All our Silver Steps are produced within 3 business days so its very easy to get one made on a tight time line.

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New Waveline 20 foot display – best value for any 20 foot booth!

Posted on May 3, 2011 by nwcidisplays

The 20 foot Waveline display is becoming one of the most popular display systems for 20 foot booth spaces. The simple design allows for parts and printing to be manufactured at a fraction of the cost without sacrificing quality. The clean design along with the low price point makes this display system ideal for any exhibitor on a budget. The frame is very lightweight making it ideal for travel, but strong enough to hold up for years of use. A soft carrying bag is included making it easy to carry the display from show to show. The Waveline display has been around for over three years and has a great track record of durability and low warranty claims.

We provide graphic templates for every display system so its very easy to sent up print ready artwork. The graphic is printed on a polyester based fabric that is wrinkle resistant and washable. The full dye sublimation printing process is done at 720 dpi on a CMYK full color printer. There is a heavy duty zipper sewn into the fabric in order to make installation very easy.

The Waveline can be paired with any of our trade show flooring options or portable counters. Replacement graphics can be printed at any time to add a fresh look to your display booth. We also offer graphic design services to assist companies without designers. We offer a standard 5 day turnaround to produce a Waveline so its easy to get a quality exhibit in a short period of time. Northwest Creative Imaging does charge extra set up fees or hidden costs so the price you see on the web site is what you pay for the product. The only extra cost is shipping. Stay tuned to the blog for special offers and new product news!

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Graphic displays that make an impact on your audience, not your wallet!

Posted on March 18, 2011 by nwcidisplays

Recently Northwest Creative Imaging added a new addition to out portable line of displays. The 20 foot Waveline is already a huge success because of its affordable price point and quality graphic printing. This display will truly make an impact at any trade show or convention with a price point of under $1,300, including graphics! The Waveline will give your company a BIG look without stretching the entire trade show budget.

Waveline Display

Large 20 foot graphic will make any company stand out!

It does not take a large budget to create a booth space that looks professional and inviting. The key is to design an effective graphic that will speak to your audience. Northwest Creative Imaging specializes in effective graphic designs that will attract your client base and help generate leads. It takes the right kind of mind set to match creativity with business to create graphics that will look great and actually work at an event.

With the right design and a great looking display system it will be very easy to significantly increase revenue from every show. The goal of any display purchase is to turn the expense into a money maker. We strive to find the best values for our clients to help generate the largest return on investment possible. Stay tuned to our blog for the latest news on new products and details on exhibiting!

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Classic Pop Ups – Quality displays at affordable prices

Posted on February 20, 2011 by nwcidisplays

Like most things in life, in the trade show industry you typically get what you pay for. There are exceptions to the rule but generally a product that is more expensive is usually because it is more durable or has more features, but in every industry there are very good deals to be found that match quality with low price points. Northwest Creative Imaging focuses specifically on finding the best values in the industry so every one of our customers knows they are getting a great deal on a quality product.

We have recently added a new line of pop up displays that are manufactured in the US. In the past the price point has been a little on the high side in comparison to the quality, but recently the manufacturer has lowered prices to compete with lower quality imports. This means customers can now get a quality US made product with a lifetime warranty for the same price as an imported display. Like most of the products on our site, the Classic Pop Up is one of the best values in the industry.

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10 foot Classic Pop Up with 1200 DPI Graphics

One of the best features of the Classic pop up is the 1200 dpi photo mural graphics that are included in every graphic kit. These graphics are some of the best in the industry and are only a small step below Lambda printing. There is also an option to upgrade to laminated graphics to add durability to the prints. There are also options for monitor mounts, shelves, and LED lighting!

The Classic pop up is manufactured by ABEX in California. ABEX is a quality manufacturing plant that specializes in portable and custom display systems. They have been around for over 20 years and are committed to offering quality US made products at competitive prices. You can find many of their products and more great values on trade show displays at www.nwcidisplays.com or by staying tuned to our twitter and Facebook pages. With the new pricing on the Classic pop up no exhibitor will ever have to purchase a low quality product because of a tight budget!

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Geometrix Displays – Unique Look, Low Price Point

Posted on February 11, 2011 by nwcidisplays

The Geometrix is a 3-D style pop up display that is affordable and has a very unique look. Multiple fabric panels are used to create a multilayer display system that is completely different than a standard pop up. We offer the Geometrix in multiple sizes and configurations to fit any booth size or table top.

Many customers are initially skeptical of the Geometrix quality because of its affordable price point. This is because a similar product called the Xpressions is about 2.5 times the cost, so its logical to assume that something much less expensive will also be much lower in quality. This is actually very far from the truth, because the Geomtrix is a very high quality display that is durable and uses quality parts and graphics. Most of the additional cost for the Xpressions come from the patent and exclusive brand name. The Xpressions brand does offer more size and layout options, including the options between a black or silver frame, but if you have a tight budget and still want to stand out the Geometrix is a great option. As seen in the photo below the Geometrix looks great in person and at trade shows.

Geometrix Displays

Fully Finished Geometrix Display

With the available options and low price point, the Geometrix continues to be one of the most popular and best values from Northwest Creative Imaging. We offer free e proofs and graphic support for all orders so you are never left wondering how the display will turn out. All of our products are backed by manufacturer warranties and are designed to hold up for years of trade show use. Individual graphic panels can be purchased at any time to change the look of the display from show to show with minimal costs!

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Keep it in the States!

Posted on February 7, 2011 by nwcidisplays

Now more than ever companies are trying to keep as much money in the United Sates as possible in order to support US workers and companies. At Northwest Creative Imaging we strive toward the same goal. We have started offering many US made display options for exhibitors in one section of our site. This makes it very easy to shoppers to find all their options if they want to buy a US made display.

Some of the most popular US made trade show displays are the Orbital truss display systems.

US Made Truss Displays

US made truss system display

These truss systems are very easy to assemble and are ideal for companies that need a booth with a flexible design. Every truss kit consists of multiple universal parts that are used throughout every kit so its very easy to reconfigure and reshape your truss from show to show. Its very easy to expand a truss system because all that is required is a few additional parts. There is no need to buy a whole new system or start from scratch, its very easy to use your existing display to develop nearly any design.

We also carry a full line of 100% US made banner stands called the Contender. Unlike most banners, the Contender is completely made in the US and all graphic printing is done in the US. The Contender is a great value because the price point is the same as most imported banner stands. There are multiple widths available making it very easy to find a banner that will work for your specific application.

As our site keeps expanding, so will our selection of US made display systems. Stay tuned to our blog and our website to get the most current news and updates on products in the trade show industry!

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Using Projectors with Portable Trade Show Displays

Posted on January 19, 2011 by nwcidisplays

One of the most common questions I am asked is “can I use my projector on this display? How will it work?”. Its actually much easier than most people think and requires nothing more than a white space. Every single material that we sell is opaque and will work great with nearly any projector. The key is to add white space to you display at the desired size of the projection. Its also critical to know the correct aspect ratio of your projector so it displays correctly. The most common aspect ratios are 4:3 or 16:9. Below is a display that is a perfect example of how to perfectly set up a display for a projector screen.

Hop Up Displays

10 Foot Hop Up Display with Projector Area

Any of our full graphic trade show displays can incorporate the same white space to support a projector and we offer many counter options that are great for supporting any projector. There are hundreds of projectors available on Amazon.com that are available in multiple colors, resolutions, and sizes. All that is required to project on a display is 300 lumens minimum(recommend 500-1000) and all other specs are up to the customer. There are HD models out that project in full 1080p high definition which can also double as a home theater projector.

There are many benefits to using projectors with you trade show display including:

  • Bringing media and movement to your booth
  • Standing out from other exhibitors
  • Change your graphic or message at every show
  • Can also be used as a presentation tool

Using any one of our displays with a projector will help to add functionality to lower cost displays. Its very simple and surprisingly affordable to create an interactive display system that can be used over and over again at any marketing event. If you have any questions on graphic layout or recommendations please give Northwest Creative Imaging a call to discuss your trade show display project.

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Linear Displays – Endless Possibilities

Posted on January 18, 2011 by nwcidisplays

Northwest Creative Imaging has recently added the entire line of Linear displays to our website. Linear hybrid displays offer endless design possibilities because each display is custom built. The best feature of the Linear line is the very affordable price point. There are three product lines available in “off the shelf” kits that can be produced in four business days. The Linear Classic, Linear PRO, and Linear BOLD are available in multiple configurations and sizes to accommodate nearly every trade show requirement. Monitor mounts, stand off tables, printed headers, and lambda graphics are just some of the available options available to create an attractive and functional display system.

Linear Displays

Linear PRO 10 Foot Display Package

Every Linear display kit includes a shipping case, lights, and stand off counters(if shown) in the hardware pricing. The above Linear kit includes an arch style canopy, tapered end caps, and two V tables creating an attractive style and useful features. Linear systems are very easy to customize without adding additional costs so the above kit 22 can use the canopy or wing styles from any other Linear PRO kit without additional cost or lead time.

Linear Bold

Custom Linear BOLD 10 Foot Kit

Linear Bold kits offer the appearance of a custom display system without the added cost or lead time. These can also be customized beyond the standard kits to create an even more unique system. Multiple shelves, counters, and monitor mounts can be incorporated throughout to create a display that will work for any company.

Linear displays have and continue to be one of the most popular and versatile display systems around. Northwest Creative Imaging offers every standard Linear kit available at the lowest prices in the industry. Stay tuned to our blog, facebook, and twitter pages to stay up to date on company info and new additions to our product line!

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Less is More – Creating an Award Winning Display

Posted on January 14, 2011 by nwcidisplays

Large format graphics offer many advantages when marketing at conventions or events. They are so effective because they command attention due to their large size. Most large format graphics are used at trade shows because they are the best way to attract new clients and generate revenue. Since the graphics are so large it is natural to think that more information is needed to fill the space. In fact the exact opposite approach will attract the most attention at trade shows. Simple and well designed graphics are key in grabbing and keeping attention of potential clients that are flying through shows. If a display is direct it will attract more qualified buyers resulting in higher ROI for the trade show.

Its easy to present a philosophy that sounds logical, but until its proven its just talk. That’s why Northwest Creative Imaging captures and highlights customers that create effective designs. The customer in the picture below won best in show for the most effective booth set up at the show they attended. As you can see the design is clean and effective making it very attractive and easy to understand. The display that was used was also a lower cost display proving its not about how much money you send, but how effectively the booth is put together.

Large Format Printing

In Great Designs Less is More

Simple designs often are the most difficult to envision and execute well. Its very easy to place as many selling points as possible to fill up the area, but its very difficult to use very little information to create the same effect. Most clients are not going to be drawn to a booth that requires a long attention span to understand. If a client can identify your company, product, or service in under 3 seconds then you are more likely to attract that client.

Here are a few tips to help in designing a simple, yet effective large format graphic:

  • Identify the most important and attractive aspects of your company
  • Narrow selling points to 5 items or less
  • Refraining from phrases like “lowest price possible” or “satisfaction guaranteed” because most competitors will advertise the exact same thing
  • Create a unique catch phrase that is easy to understand, but different from the competition
  • Use photo’s and images that speak directly to your client base

These simple steps are a great start to create a trade show graphic that will attract clients and bring in revenue. Graphics that are more generic will work for more shows because they are not exclusive to certain products or services. To learn more on this topic please visit www.nwcidisplays.com or take a look at one of our customers websites on graphic design.

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Alumalite Classic – The new look in trade shows

Posted on January 10, 2011 by nwcidisplays

The Alumalite Classic was one of the first mainstream custom modular style displays introduced to the trade show market. The instant popularity made this display system a huge seller. The main reason for the popularity of the Alumalite was the new look it offered while remaining very affordable and easy to assemble. The Alumalite is only slightly harder to assemble that a typical pop up display while offering a completely new and modern look. There are so many options available that it is very easy to create a unique and intriguing booth display. The wave canopy is available in multiple colors and the frame is available in three finishes. There are also multiple graphic options available including dye sub fabric, 1200 dpi ink jet, and Lambda print. The Alumalite is capable of supporting monitors, shelves, and literature racks.

Alumalite Displays

10 Foot Alumalite AL-1

Since the Alumalite was introduced many other products have hit the market. There are many low cost options that are similar in style but do not offer as many custom options. These products are ideal for customers looking for a big look on a tight budget. There are also many variations of the Alumalite being produced that offer a slightly different look. While there are many different options available the Alumalite continues to be one of the most popular custom modular display because of the high quality materials and available options.
Custom Modular Displays

Alumalite Offers Multiple Style Options

With the available options it is very easy to create a display that will fit your companies style and stand out from other exhibitors. High quality counters are available in multiple finishes that will add functionality and appeal to your booth space. When shopping for your next display keep the Alumalite in mind as a quality alternative to traditional pop up displays!

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