New in 2016, the Dye Sublimation Application Center highlights the latest textile and dye-sub printing support and solutions
The Graphics of the Americas Conference & Expo (GOA) show floor is bigger in 2016, with even more live demonstrations of the hottest trends and most sought after technologies available today. GOA takes place February 18-20, 2016, at the Miami Beach Convention Center, and registration is available online at: www.goaexpo.com.
James Martin, GOA President, says, "Wide format sign and display, direct to garment, vehicle wraps and variable short through long length runs will be shown on offset, hybrid and digital presses of every type. We have partnered with the biggest names in the industry to feature the most profitable and talked-about solutions on the market today.
"GOA 2016 will be home to the industry's first Dye Sublimation Application Center, where textile applications will blow audiences away. It's not to be missed!"
GOA 2016 Show Floor Highlights
New equipment, technologies, and techniques covering the wide range of vertical segments will all be featured. Live on the GOA 2016 show floor are the following exhibition centers:
New in 2016! The Dye Sublimation Application Center
Sponsored by Epson, the Dye Sublimation Application Center connects leaders in the textile/dye-sublimation printing marketplace with GOA attendees, to showcase the latest textile and dye-sub printing support and solutions featuring Epson's printers, ink, transfer equipment and media.
Short Run Digital Center
Sponsored by UniNet, Kompac & UPM, this hot area of the GOA expo show floor is the place to learn about short run digital printing. Attendees can meet with industry experts and see the latest equipment in action.
Direct-to-Garment Center - sponsored by Oki Data Americas
In the Direct-to-Garment Center, GOA attendees get a first-hand look at digital garment decoration technologies. They can learn from industry experts and discover techniques, tips, tricks and trends to improve production accuracy and prevent errors.
Wide Format Print Shop Live!
A show favorite, Wide Format Print Shop Live! is where the latest digital technologies, software, and consumables for wide format are on display. GOA visitors can here discover the best way to employ solutions and optimize production efficiency, as well as take note of a variety of innovative applications. Wide Format Print Shop Live! is sponsored by HP, Caldera, Zund and Gilman Brothers.
Vehicle Wrap Center
The Vehicle Wrap Center, sponsored by Kay Premium Marking Film (KPMF), features live, "hands-on" vehicle wrap demonstrations. Vehicle wrapping is fast becoming one of the hottest forms of outdoor advertising. This educational show floor feature demonstrates the workflow from start to finish.
The Center will also be the place to find the latest in digital printing, vinyl technology, lamination, vehicle templates, wrap-specific artwork and tools on display.
Back by Popular Demand: The Vehicle Wrap Cup Competition
Wrap Cup Americas presents the vehicle wrap competition where the "wrap stars" of the Americas region will go up against each other, and the clock, to determine the Wrap Cup Champion of the Americas. The competition is sponsored by MR Clipart, 3M, Kay's Automotive, Microgeo, Race Ramps, Image1Impact, Rolinx, Steinel, Wrap Cut, and Masters of Branding.
Says Martin, "Anyone who has attended GOA knows that our live expo demonstrations, coupled with unmatched educational sessions in English and Spanish; make it an easy decision to attend GOA to get a head start on a successful year ahead. We look forward to welcoming our veteran, and first-time, attendees alike!"
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