SUBLIMATION PRINTING SOLUTIONS

Nova Chrome are well known as suppliers of complete sublimation printing solutions with over 30 years of experience in the industry

With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Nova Chrome are well known as suppliers of complete sublimation printing solutions. To accompany these, the firm also supply one of the widest ranges of sublimation printable items in the UK today. This selection encompasses everything from textiles to hard substrates – along with the knowledge needed to get the best from each.

One of their more popular substrates is sublimation aluminium. Currently this is supplied in a choice of pre-cut aluminium blanks, with a diverse range including ID badges, framed signs, award plaques, trophy inserts and fridge magnets (to name but a few). Sheet stock is also available in an unrivalled selection of 9 colours in a standard size of 30.5 x 61 cm (12 x 24”) – at the most competitive prices in the industry. Added to this, a whole host of other materials are available for sublimation printing with some of the most popular being photo-gifts – a term that encompasses products like mugs, cushion covers, photo slates and more. Based on feedback from their customers, the company have recently introduced acrylic photo blocks, as well as a range of new wall tiles, textured photo products and kickstand photo panels. The wall tiles in particular offer a new and exciting method of presenting customer’s images and boast the advantage of being repositionable – offering the ability to keep adding to – and rearranging – their layout. Nova Chrome are also authorised distributors for Unisub and ChromaLuxe products, being one of the longest serving in the UK. These substrates offer what many consider to be the finest finish and print quality available for dye sublimation transfer, as well as being one of the easiest to print and most consistent in terms of quality. The ChromaLuxe range typically appeals to fine artists and photographers, and stands as a gold standard in image reproduction – whilst offering unrivalled longevity when compared to traditional photo papers. In addition, ChromaLuxe has recently launched ChromaLuxe Outdoor. This new aluminium based product is suitable for outdoor use and can offer up to 5 years UV Life (when used with recommended inks). Available in a range of sizes , ChromaLuxe Outdoor offers the smaller print shop the ability to supply their customers with smaller

TROPHIES ENGRAVING AWARDS MEDALS PERSONALISATION

A leading event with over 30 years of experience focused on bringing the industry together

The National Conference Centre, Birmingam, UK 2nd & 3rd April 2023

TROPHEX IS NOW ON SUNDAY 2nd & MONDAY 3rd APRIL 2023

(moved from January 2023)

Aft er talking to various retailers, suppliers and businesses within the industry, the consensus is Trophex would be better in early spring when the winter months and larger energy bills are behind us. Therefore, new dates have been secured for Trophex 2023. The show will now be taking place on Sunday 2nd and Monday 3rd April 2023. Retaining a Sunday as this has always been the busier most preferred day of the show. Trophex; your premier event for the trophy, engraving, awards, medals and personalisation industry, with over 30 years experience, off ers the best and most productive platform for exhibitors and visitors to create business from.

Trophex off ers you 10 great reasons to exhibit or visit in April 2023:

Meet and connect with prospective customers and suppliers – Strengthen your bond with existing customers and suppliers – Learn about new developments in your industry – Meet new companies that can help your business – Close deals during the show – Strengthen or establish your brand or business – Learn what your competitors are doing right – Rapidly expand your database of sales leads and contacts – Speak directly to your target market – Source alternative revenue making opportunites If you are interested in exhibiting at Trophex please get in touch. We will be happy to discuss your requirements and how we can help support your business through the rest of the year and into 2023. If you are visiting Trophex 2023, why not make a day of it and pop into The National Motor Cycle Museum aft er you have done your business. All visitors will receive 50% off the entry price upon presentation of your badge.

Trophex is a well established leading trade event with over 30 years of experience, focused on bringing the industry together. Register your interest by calling 01442 826826 or email janesoones@aol.com

format signage without the need to invest in UV printers or other more expensive forms of transfer. Along with their selection of systems, Nova Chrome offers a range of supplies and consumables, including Sawgrass’ SubliJet HD and U-HD inks. As Platinum level resellers, the company has proven their commitment to Sawgrass’ products and are pleased to recommend these premium quality inks. Delivering a wider colour gamut and excellent runnability compared to other similar products, superb quality is obtained print after print. Also recently launched is the Mutoh XpertJet 1341 WR Pro, a uniquely positioned 54″ (137cm) width based unit for those seeking to build on their dye sublimation offering. Partnered with Mutoh’s DS3 Allround HC Dye Sublimation inks for best performance, the XpertJet 1341 WR Pro offers the combined benefits of increased speed and quality thanks to its Accufine 1600 print head and other innovative technologies introduced by the manufacturer. The XpertJet 1341 WR Pro is capable of producing transfers for applications as varied as textile based display graphics, sportswear, and all manner of rigid sublimation blanks. To partner with their printer offerings, Nova Chrome’s technical support team recommend S-Race paper by Felix Schoeller. Available in all traditional sheet and roll sizes, S-Race is Sawgrass certified and included in the company’s Virtuoso Print Manager software. This media offers a range of benefits, including lower costs, superior ink release and better performance on select substrates. Sample packs are available on request from the firm. The company has also recently entered the engraving space with their first offering – the Craft Express Laser Engraver. Whilst traditionally sublimation focused, Nova Chrome have decided to widen their equipment offering after being

won over by the versatility, compact size and low investment cost of this innovative unit.

The Craft Express offers the ability to cut and engrave materials including hardboards, MDF, bamboo, leather, acrylic and to engrave on glass, marble, slate and coated ceramics / aluminiums. This, combined with a large working area of 500mm x 300mm and working power of 40 watts opens the door to many products unavailable to sublimation alone. Also included in the package is the Craft Express Roller, which allows engraving on to cylindrical items such as tumblers, flasks and more. The advantages of precision, permanence and flexibility won’t be lost on those looking for new personalisation offerings – be they for personal keepsakes, or promotional use. For more information on any of the products offered by the company, contact info@ novachrome.co.uk, or call on 01407 720011.