A.C.T. large format display specialists
contents Introduction Services Printers P1 P1 P3 Portable Displays BANNER STANDS ROLLER BANNERS TENSION BANNER STANDS RIGID BANNER STANDS POPUP DISPALYS OUTDOOR DISPLAYS ACCESSORIES PORTABLE FURNITURE LIGHBOXES GRIBFRAMES LIGHTFITTINGS POINT OF SALES LITURATURE STANDS p4 P4 P5 P7 P8 P9 P11 P13 P13 P14 P14 P15 P15 P16 Modular Displays STANDARD MODULAR DISPLAY KITS CUSTOM MODULAR SERVICES P17 P17 P18 P19 Case Studies WESTERN MAIL CRAIG-Y-NOS L OREAL ATTICUS Contact Details p20 P20 P21 P21 P21 p22 phone fax email web address +44 0845 074 0100 +44 0845 074 0120 info@actrepro.co.uk www.actrepro.co.uk F1 Capital Point Capital Business Park Parkway Cardiff CF3 2PY
introduction We started ACT over 10 years ago with the intention to print large format graphics only, and have quickly established the company as a leading large format display specialist. As a digital print factory, ACT have been at the forefront of leading edge technology which has resulted in an inhouse product range as diverse as any in today's UK display market. ACT offer advice for cost effective display solutions, as well as a comprehensive exhibition stand design service combining the best of graphics with the highest quality of custom modular or portable display products. ACT aim to provide Total Customer Satisfaction by supplying an unmatchable quality and service in the large format display industry. If it is large or small, internal or external, short term or long term, 1, 100 or 1000 call ACT because if we can't produce it then we know somebody who can. service We pride ourselves on our service and quality of product gleaned from more than 10 years in the large format digital display market. Our team of account managers will work with you to give sound advice, technical support and service of the highest quality for both you and your clients. As part of this service we will consult with you at the concept stage, visit your site, recommend solutions and keep you updated with the latest materials and technological advances available in the industry. When your job comes into ACT you can be assured that it will receive the utmost care and attention and our procedures will inform you of what we are producing, how, by when and at what price before we start the job. p1 introduction - service
COMMON USES FOR OUR MACHINES INCLUDE: exhibition panels - banner/roll-up display graphics - pop-up display graphics - museum graphics - POS and POP graphics - short run posters - 48 sheet billboards - truck curtains - vehicle graphics - advertising / promotional banners - lightboxes - corporate/council streetlight banners - building wraps p2 graphic services
Promoting your company is one of the most important aspects to running your business. It doesn't matter what product you manufacture or service you provide, promotion can be the difference between success and failure. printers Whatever your requirement, a simple poster or a comprehensive retail branding programme with corporate graphics, ACT are able to offer you the best advice and then supply your order to your timescale and expectation. LIGHTJET 430 Simply the best quality available in the market today - true photographic printing. VIRTU R535 RIGID AND SUPERWIDE PRINTING The new generation of digital printer which prints direct to your substrate with no need for adhesives and laminates. This printer will print direct to both roll-fed and sheetfed materials with an external life of 2 years. The most common materials have proved to be foamex, kapa, cotton, PVC, polystyrene, dibond and cardboard. HP 5000 High quality 60 inch inkjet printing in 6 colours. INKJET EXTERNAL - SEIKO COLOUR PAINTER 645 High quality 60 inch inkjet that prints to a wide variety of external media's including self adhesive vinyls, cast vinyl for vehicle graphics, PVC banner, canvas and many more. CUT TO SHAPE Our 3m x 2.2m flatbed digital cutter will cut and crease complex shapes - rectangular as well - from a variety of materials up to 60mm thick. With no die being required as everything is controlled digitally, low setup costs make this method very cost effective. Using different head configurations we will be able to route Dibond, MDF, acrylic, and also rotary cut fabrics for no frayed edges. p3 graphic services - printers
portable displays BANNER STANDS Banner Stands come in many different guises, roller, replaceable cassette, carbon fibre, and with so many manufacturers, making your decision can be a minefield. We have outlined some of the more popular brands but have access to all brands at very competitive prices including ACT's Traveller, Ultima, Plex, Nimlok, Premier, Expolinc, Penguin, Easystand, and more. p4 portable displays - banner stands
ROLLER BANNERS available in single and double sided version widths include 850mm, 100mm,1200mm,1500mm : Traveller : Double Sided Traveller2 cassette roller banner cassettes changeable in 30 seconds 850mm version only, other sizes are made to order : Traveller RC single and double sided available 800mm & 1000mm sizes drop in changeable cassette telescopic pole for variable height : Advance p5 portable displays - roller banner
800mm & 1000mm sizes telescopic pole for variable height : Excaliber 800mm in single sided only drop in changeable cassette telescopic pole for variable height : Imagine single and double sided widths of 850mm, 1000mm & 1250mm are available : Sidewinder p6 portable displays - roller banner
TENSION BANNER STANDS single or double sided choice of straight, curved, twinned or linked formats lightweight and easy to assemble telescopic pole resulting in variable height : Uno : Uno (back) : Lightning 800mm width bungeed pole for constant graphic height 800mm or 1000mm width available single or double sided telescopic pole for variable height : Mega Dash p7 portable displays - tension banner stands
single and double sided widths of 850mm, 1000mm & 1250mm are available : Trio RIGID BANNER STANDS graphic support for indoor/outdoor panel rigid boards up to 40mm thick choice of sizes and colours : Wedge graphic support for a more permanent display supports rigid boards up to 10mm thick : Fantasy p8 portable displays - rigid banner stands
POPUP DISPLAYS Popups have been an integral part of the exhibiion and display industry for more than 15 years - particularly with the introduction of large format digital display printing technology which meant you could have a minimum run of one. Using the latest technology to ensure fast installation and easy graphic positioning, there are a number of quality display systems available in the marketplace today - all at ACT's disposal. A solid and dependable popup system which has been presenting perfect graphics for more than a decade. Eclipse is one of the most widely used and respected popups ever to be introduced to the graphics industry. : Voyager Eclipse fully magnetic for easy assembly available in three different heights cross braced for stability and rigidity on uneven surfaces curved or straight manufacturers lifetime guarantee fully magnetic for easy assembly graphic display only quality cost effective popup display : Voyager Spring : Supremacy fully magnetic for easy assembly quality anodised burgundy aluminium finish available in three frame heights curved, straight and wave p9 portable displays - popup dispalys
fully magnetic for easy assembly self locating smart magnetic locking arms curved or straight quality anodised aluminium finish : detail : Evolution Xpress curved or straight for graphic displays : Evolution Quick : Nomadic Instand self-locking technology aircraft grade aluminium and crossbracing throughout tempered steel-on-steel hubs provide maximum durability lifetime guarantee quality white aluminium finish available in two frame heights curved or straight easy to erect : Compact p10 portable displays - popup dispalys
OUTDOOR DISPLAYS ACT offer a wide range of outdoor display products from standard banner frames, flagpoles, banner stands through to billboard size displays. These lightweight stands - with a sand or water filled base - provide a stable base for use with outdoor graphics. Their ease of transportation and the ability to change the graphics on a regular basis make these systems extremely flexible. : A-Master gain passing trade with this attractively styled poster A-Board easy poster change, front-loading 'snap open, snap shut' frame lightweight design ideal for sheltered areas or in-store use hinged locking arms folds flat for storage poster Sizes: A2, 20"x30",A1,30"x40" colourful printed aluminium display panel patented rounded design minimises health and safety risk exceptional stability, large display area and eye-catching design assembles in seconds without tools : Swinger 2000 indoor or outdoor banner system suitable for single or double sided display 2 frame sizes 1000mm x 2500mm and 1250mm x 3000mm easy push-fit assembly, no tools necessary graphics are secured to the frame with elastic bungee cords supplied complete with carry bag flat packs for easy xxxtransportation : Monsoon p11 portable displays - outdoor displays
Horizon is the biggest graphic carrier in the range with a graphic area of up to 6m single or double sided. It's the ideal promotional solution for outdoor events, advertisements, exhibitions and public areas such as airports and shopping malls. indoor or outdoor, single or double sided banner system telescopic poles for adjustable graphic height, max 2400mm 2500mm approx graphic width individual units can be joined together hollow feet for water or sand weighting for total stability quick to assemble : Horizon : Wind Dancer telescopic pole extends up to 5 metres portable and lightweight water-filled base for stability flag dimensions: 1000mm (w) x up to 3500mm (h) aluminium pole with moulded plastic base ideal for point of sale, retail display or exhibition environments stylish design hollow plastic base for water or sand weighting agent fully adjustable graphic height and width graphic supported on simple eyelet system weather resistant : Blizzard : Hurricane single sided bannerstand ideal for point of sale, retail display or exhibition environments hollow plastic base for water or sand weighting agent graphic supported on simple eyelet system weather resistant recommended graphic dimensions 2100mm (h) x 800mm (w) approx p12 portable displays - outdoor displays
ACCESSORIES PORTABLE FURNITURE Physique is a range of flat pack easy to assemble furniture constructed from composite materials, flexible MDF or PVC Tambour. They can be converted into many shapes depending on the function required and because of it s strength and durability will be reused many times. : Curved Workstation : Double D : Eclipse : Urban : Elan p13 portable displays - portable furniture
LIGHTBOXES : Slim lightbox 35mm deep aluminium case with edge illumination snap opening frame for easy graphic change standard A1 and A0 sizes with custom sizes made to order Other types of lightboxes for internal and external use are also available. traditional rear illuminated system curved front face snap opening frame for easy graphic change standard A1, A2 and A3 sizes with custom sizes made to order : Panorama lightbox GRIPFRAMES A diverse selection of wall mounted poster kits, A boards and information points are available in the grip frame range with sizes from A5 up to A0 (depending on application). Custom sizes and colour coating available on request. : Poster grippers and Gripfames in aluminium, gold, pvc and silver p14 portable displays - lightboxes - gripframes
LIGHT FITTINGS We supply a diverse range of display lighting to suit portable display systems including popups, banners, and panel systems. Differing styles, colours and electrical requirements can be seen through the range. All lights are manufactured to CE standards. : Powerspot 1000 : Helios 10 : Powerspot 800 : Powerspot 900 POINT OF SALE wall mounted supports suspended signs projecting signs acrylic panels and poster holders all can be fitted with lighting kits p15 portable displays - light fittings - point of sale
LITERATURE STANDS Both collapsible and stable single units are available ranging from 3 pocket to 10 pocket with a comprehensive choice of stylish finishes. : Media 4 Compact : Media 6 Compact : Expression : Leaf p16 portable displays - literature stands
modular displays STANDARD MODULAR DISPLAY KITS The Metro portable display system range merges design and practicality to create a new format for portable graphic display. : Display stand M1 Using the modular aluminium system, the Metro portable display system offers unbeatable flexibility. With several pre-configured modules available, limitless bespoke combinations and a quality service you can feel confident that the Metro portable display system will exceed expectations. : Display stand M2 : Display stand M4 The continually evolving Metro Display System is beautifully designed, and is an easy to assemble alternative to the standard popup display systems. : Display stand M6 : Display stand M8 An extensive range of accessories complement the system, providing an impressive, modern display system where individual requirements can be made up in any combination. p17 modular displays - standard kits
CUSTOM MODULAR When considering your display it is important to look at your exhibition programme as a whole which may incorporate different sizes, shapes, countries even continents over the next two years. When all avenues have been explored, nine times out of ten you will decide on one answer...a custom modular solution. BUDGET Your initial purchase will probably be more expensive but will vastly reduce over the life of your programme. You will spend less on shipping, setup, storage and refurbishment. FLEXIBILITY Your programme may have three different sizes 10m x 3m, 6m x 6m, 12m x 8m. The design can be reconfigured to take advantage of your existing materials and add extra features if required. INNOVATION Using modern aluminium structures with different graphic products can create a unique space for your promotion. p18 modular displays - custom modular
SERVICES Spending less does not mean reduced impact! FREE STAND DESIGN ACT use the latest in 3D software, view before you buy. GRAPHIC SERVICES ACT s range of graphic services are both of cost effective and of unmatchable quality. PRE-BUILD SERVICE Your stand can be prebuilt for you to preview before seeing it at your show, when changes are too late! INSTALLATION AND DISMANTLE Dedicated, trained personnel will deal with all aspects of the on-site services. TRANSPORTATION & STORAGE ACT can transport your stand anywhere in the world and provide cost effective storage between shows. p19 modular displays - services
case studies WESTERN MAIL RE - BRANDING LAUNCH BRIEF: To provide a dressed room in corporate graphics for a rebranding of the newspaper over a period of four days. Each day the room had to be emptied in the evening and refitted in the morning. project management 3D computer modelling graphic production bespoke and portable display systems EXHIBITION STAND - BUSINESS EXHIBITION WALES 2003 BRIEF: The Western Mail are main sponsors of this exhibition and required a stand in keeping with their position. The stand was to be the centrepiece at 176 sq.m. The graphics from the launch were to be re-used, there was to be a live link for the business editor to do the following days business pages on stand and four areas for editors from the paper's sections to talk to local business people. project management 3D computer modelling graphic production bespoke and portable display systems OFFICE BRANDING BRIEF: To change the face of The Western Mail and Echo s reception. Colours to be used were the red and grey of the corporate identity. project management 3D computer modelling graphic production bespoke sign and display systems PRESS SITE BRANDING BRIEF: The brand new press site which houses the all new web fed presses that print the Western Mail and other titles in the group required branding. project management graphic production PORTABLE DISPLAYS BRIEF: To provide a range of portable displays which can be used individually for small events or be combined for much larger conferences etc. project management graphic production portable display systems p20 case studies
CRAIG-Y-NOS Advantage was taken of ACT s abilities to print directly to dibond and foamex for outdoor use. L OREAL Using lightjet graphics and corporate images to create a light and enjoyable working environment, this project is being rolled out over a number of years. ATTICUS Two major exhibitions over ten days in Munich used all available production facilities. From lightjet backlits, cotton banners, routed signs to straight 2 substrate aged signs - all produced in-house. p21 case studies
phone fax email web address +44 0845 074 0100 +44 0845 074 0120 info@actrepro.co.uk www.actrepro.co.uk F1 Capital Point Capital Business Park Parkway Cardiff CF3 2PY