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A leader in grand
format digital printing, Grand
Image prides itself on delivering high-quality indoor
and outdoor graphics with outstanding customer service
and cutting-edge equipment. Compared to large
format printing, where printers are limited to 100”
wide, our grand
format machines stand out with widths that reach
up to 196”. The difference opens a world of possibilities
for large-scale projects that look great up close and
from a distance.
For your convenience, we provide the Information Center
with instructions and answers to common questions about
File Preparation, Resolution, Color Selection, Material
Selection, UV or Solvent Inks, and Dye Sublimation.
All of these factors should be considered before submitting
an order.
Please feel free to call or e-mail us with any questions.
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File Preparation
Grand Image offers two major categories of file preparation
depending on the dpi of the banner ordered. The following
sets of instructions apply to 360 dpi banners and 600+
dpi banners.
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more about file preparation. |
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Resolution
While Grand Image offers among the highest resolution
(720 dpi) in the market for grand format dye sublimation
printing, we also offer 360 -1440 dpi output for other
types of printing. Choice among the four common types
– 360 dpi, 600 dpi, 720 dpi, and 1000 dpi –
should be based primarily on image quality and viewing
distance.
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more about resolution. |
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Color
Selection
The printers at Grand Image are based on the CMYK color
system. If specific PMS colors should be used, the achievable
is the CMYK process color version, not the spot color
version. We cannot print spot colors directly –
if color accuracy is critical, a proof should be ordered.
Different proofing methods are available.
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more about color selection. |
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Material
Selection
Material selection can be overwhelming, especially when
serving the sophisticated needs of customers and you
want to secure the best price in order to win a bid.
To help you choose materials for a variety of purposes
and indoor and outdoor settings, we offer the following
guidelines.
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more about our material selection. |
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UV
or Solvent Inks
Grand Image offers the capability to print brilliant
graphics utilizing either solvent inks or UV-cured inks.
Both options yield two or more years of ink life prior
to fading and each comes with distinct advantages. UV
inks are inherently matte compared to solvent inks,
which are inherently glossy.
Learn
more about UV and solvent inks. |
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Dye
Sublimation
Dye sublimation printing represents the latest evolution
in grand format display graphics. This process allows
textiles to be printed with superior color vibrancy
without changing the “hand” of the substrate;
in other words, the fabric feels the same after printing.
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more about dye sublimation. |
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