Graphics

Graphics
We provide our customers with a complete and fully comprehensive spectrum of print services ranging from dye-subliminated fabrics, solvent banners and direct to substrate UV printing. Please see our art guidelines, print capabilities, ftp information, and uloader below. Please contact us with any questions.

Printing and Banner Materials
Eco Solvent Printer - Perfect for Retractable Banners, 720dpi, 17oz. Flatmaxx Vinyl, 126”width, Durable & Vivid Graphic

Dye Sublimation - Fabric Graphics & Banners, 720 dpi, 7oz. Light Cotton, 126”width, Bright & Brilliant Color

Durable Rigid Graphic Panel & Popup Panels, 1200 dpi Long lasting UV ink, Wide choice of substrates

Art Guidelines
Acceptable File Formats
Illustrator C5 or below, Photoshop CS5 or below, Indesign CS5 or below (not preferred)

Photoshop and Illustrator files are preferred, as they are more suitable applications for large format printing. Art time may be charged if files need to be fixed or altered to meet guidelines. When sending files please be sure to include all support art (fonts, linked images, etc.)

Fonts Specifications
Fonts must be converted to outlines. If fonts are not created to outlines, please provide Macintosh or TruType fonts. If changes need to be made in the file, please provide the fonts and a version of the file with editable type.

Resolution
All raster files (either print files or linked files) must be at 100 DPI/pixels per inch at full size.

Color
All files are printed as CMYK format. Please send files with a CMYK build. Please provide a PDF layout or hardcopy proof of the files being printed.
If Pantone colors need to be matched please specify on your order. All critical Pantone colors need to be called out in the file as Coated swatches.
Orders without indication of Pantone colors,  or requested hard copy proofs are NOT guaranteed for color. We recommend ordering a printed proof for color at $50 plus shipping if color matching is required.

Murals / Popup Displays
Mural files must be built as one file. Please note that Illustrator special effects such as glows, transparencies, or drop shadows are not recommended. These effects sometimes have unpredictable results with our system. Photoshop is preferred when using these special effects for murals. Please note where panel breaks are located and try to minimize the amount of type that crosses over the panel breaks.

Bleeds
All graphics produced require specific bleeds. Below is a general guideline for bleeds.
Mural Files  - 1/2” bleed on all four sides
Dye Sublimation Files (Hopups & Truss Panels) – 2” bleed on all four sides. Please keep all logos, type, and critical information at least 2” in from each edge of the graphic
Ink-jet Opaque / Transparent Graphics - 1/2” bleed on all four sides
Banner Stands – each product has specific bleeds. See product templates for specific information.

Sending Artwork
Files are accepted by our file transfer widget below (up to 500MB), DVD and CD. Please notify us if you need to send a DVD or CD so that we can provide you with a mailing address.
 

Graphic File Uploader
1. Please place all art files in a folder. Please name the folder by client name and order number.
2. Compress files using software such as WinZip or Stuffit. All compressed files must be under 500MB.