Sprint Edition 24

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December 2012

Sihl Digital Imaging – Latest news

Communication

page 3

All that's needed for success with SIHL MASTERCLASS Success story

page 4

Motivating young Track Athletics Cover story – page 6

Products

New Sihl Backlits for UV inkjet printers to attract all eyes

Best properties – perfect results

page 8

New Pictograms for more user-friendliness Hello again,

Three new symbols make the search for product application and descriptions easier.

We are continuously working on new

Alongside papers and films we have had

ideas of how to offer our customers the

coated fabrics and canvases in our as-

Sihl looks back on a turbulent yet full

best product solutions. To enable you as

sortment. All textile based

2012. In the 8th year of Sprint publi-

the customer the quickest route to the

media can now be found

cation, we haven´t just expanded our

information that you require we have

with this 'fabric' symbol:

already large variation of products

added three new pictograms to our al-

but we have kept you informed and

ready extensive list.

PP/PET Banner

up to date with latest developments and many exciting customer projects.

The round pictograms symbolising in-

PolySOL PET Banner M1 290 satin

To continue this trend you can expect

door application has been expanded by

3501

more case studies and new products in

the interior design icon. All media desi-

EXPO Banner Polyester M1 300 matt

this edition.

gned for decorative wall

3502

Pages 4-5 report on the 'Bonus-Track'Swiss Meeting, where young track athletes have the opportunity to qua-

coverings and other inCanvas glossy

terior surfaces now have

Fortuna Artist Canvas 380 glossy 3582

this symbol:

lify for both national and international competitions. Along with other medias Sihl´s SyntiTec PP Film 180 and the new TyColor on Tyvek® 210 white products were used for the advertising campaign.

German photographer Kai Wiedenhöfer exhibited his work during the FotoDoks Festival in Munich –­­­ read more

Canvas matt Smart Universal Canvas Solvent 435

Self-Adhesive Media PolySOL PET Fabric SA 370 satin 3514

matt 3482 Lisa Universal Canvas 390 matt 3647 Luna Artist Canvas 340 matt 3857

Wallpaper WallpaperSol Persomural 195 satin

Renoir Gallery Canvas 340 matt 3890

3259 Wallpaper Persomural 170 matt 3260

Canvas matt white Universal Photo Canvas white 320

about this wallpaper application on

matt 3484

page 10.

In the last edition of Sprint we introdu-

Clara Beneficial Canvas white 350

The front cover pictures our new pro-

ced new products specifically developed

matt 3579

duct series DuraCURE and LightCURE

for use with cutting plotters. To help

Miro Gallery Canvas white 340 matt

Backlit for UV inks – turn to page 6 to

with the search for these medias Media

3580

find out more.

Finder now has an addi-

Fortuna Artist Canvas white 400

tional physical properties

matt 3581

On behalf of the entire Group we would like to wish you and your families a relaxing festive season and a

symbol: the KissCut symCanvas satin

bol:

Picasso Gallery Canvas Solvent 370

great start to the forthcoming year.

satin 3609 Renoir Gallery Canvas 350 satin 3833

EasyTack Film SyntiSOL PP Film KissCut 325 satin

Luna Artist Canvas white 350 satin

3531

3948

Self-Adhesive Paper Janine Bülten

TriSolv PrimeArt Paper SA 275 glossy

Marketing & Communication DI

3685

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Communication

All that's needed for success with SIHL MASTERCLASS The microsite www.sihl-masterclass.com has everything you need to know about the new assortment of professional print and artistic medias including very useful tips for application.

The launch of this microsite has two objectives: first-

market, are already available for download. In addition, with each pack of

ly to introduce MASTERCLASS to a target audience

MASTERCLASS papers, regardless of the sort, a recommendation for optimal

and secondly to present the customer with direct

print setting letter is included.

support for application enabling perfect prints.

Order and get individual SIHL MASTERCLASS papers delivered direct to your Clear, recognisable colour and picture coding,

door, with the click of the mouse, thanks to the direct link to the online shop.

used on packaging and in all marketing and ad-

Interesting artistic and photographic applications can be found in the Menu

vertising, as well as a simple navigation allow an

bar under case studies.

easy, fast and effective orientation of the microsite, with a click of the mouse the user is redirected

Let yourself be pleasantly surprised and visit the new site:

to one of the product groups: Glossy; Silk & Satin;

www.sihl-masterclass.com

Black & White or Creative Art, allowing a clear overview of the individual products.

Each individual product has its own link with all information from application advantages to format (sheet and reel) availability, datasheets giving further technical information can also be easily downloaded. Sihl put great emphasis on their customer support, even the availability of ICC profiles for all MASTERCLASS medias with large variety of the professional printers on the

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Motivating young Track Athletics Not only do Sihl support young athletes, but Sihl are also a sponsor at the 'Bonus-Track'-Swiss Meeting, a competition held in Switzerland, using SyntiTec PP Film 180 and TyColor on TyvekÂŽ white 210.

In recent years light track athletics has seen a major fall in num-

and the preset time, the higher the premium paid. Thus hinde-

bers, so former athletes and trainers got together and came

ring slow, tactical runs with the finishing line being reached as

up with the initiative 'Bonus-Track'. The aim of the event is to

quickly as possible, along with the top athletes.

increase popularity and interest in the sport. Sihl took part by supplying media for digital large format printing. Furthermore

This year saw the 5th 'Bonus-Track'-Swiss Meeting, the 1st, 2nd and

U16 athletes (600 m) were given the opportunity to represent

4th were held in Hochdorf, whereas the 3rd and 5th meet were

themselves, without it costing them a penny.

held in Nottwil. Not only do the organizers wish to see more and more participants taking part each year but they also want

Part of the 'Bonus-Track' competition – named the PaceRace is

to raise the performance of all athletes, and this is visible from

part of the so-called Swiss Meeting, a national and worldwi-

year to year. The end of June 2012 saw both the top world ath-

de renowned athletics meeting, which takes place in 6 places;

letes and international first class runners along with Swiss cham-

Genf, La Chaux-de-Fonds, Zofingen, Basel, Freiburg and Nott-

pions lined up on the starting line, at the Nottwils sports track.

wil. Here the best of the Swiss track athletes stand alongside athletes from around the world.

This years event was preparation for the London Olympics, personal bests and qualifying times as well as for participation in

The 'Bonus-Track'-Swiss Meeting splits all participants into

national and international competitions.

ability / achievement groups over 800 m, 1500 m and 5000 m, whereby all groups have an appointed pacemaker- this is the

Today the 'Bonus-Track'-Swiss Meeting is ranked 123rd in the list

top runner within the group who is responsible for keeping a

of world track athlete events. The entire event is filmed and co-

reasonable and regular speed, allowing the athletes the advan-

verage of the race results appear on the website allowing track

tage of bringing home their best personal performances pos-

athletic enthusiasts to keep themselves up to date and infor-

sible. Top world athletes attend, allowing all licenced athletes

med, regardless of where they are in the world.

to qualify in Switzerland for international championships. All participants are offered the chance to beat their personal bests

Two times world champion, middle distance runner Maryam Ja-

under optimal competition conditions and earn themselves a

mal, who went on to win Bronze at the London Olympics star-

better starting position.

ted the races this year.

Prize money is awarded to those Swiss athletes who undercut

For the upcoming year the expectations and target times have

preset times. The bigger the gap between the finishing time

been set even higher – the 'Bonus-Track'-Swiss Meeting having applied, have been accepted by the European Cup Combined Events, First League, which takes place 29th & 30th June, at the same time as the 'Bonus-Track' meet. Together with Switzerland the following countries also applied to take place: Czech Republic, Finland, Greece, Hungary, The Netherlands, Spain and Sweden.

Further information can be found at: www.bonus-track.ch Contact: Hanspeter Roos Bahnhofstrasse 21 6110 Wolhausen hpr@ing-kaufmann.ch hanspeter.roos@andritz.com

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Success story Advantages SyntiTec PP Film 180

Strong Sihl Medias for perfect results Hanspeter Roos, an existing customer of Sihl Direct CH, commissioned to create the appropriate

Bright white, allowing wide colour gamut and density

adverts for the event, chose Sihl SyntiTec PP Film

High productivity

180 matt. This film allows easy handling has op-

Quick fine processing

timal processing properties and is easy to mount

Excellent contour definition

using double-sided sticky tape, which can be removed after use. It also has a paper like look.

Although this material is ideally suited for appli-

Physical Properties

cation indoors, using pigment inks it can also be

Product

SyntiTec PP Film 180

Product number

3900

or variations in air humidity offering an excellent

Surface

matt

tear resistance and high waterfastness.

Weight

120-140 g/m²

Thickness

190 µm

Whiteness (CIE)

102

Length

30 m

Widths

330 mm, 432 mm, 610 mm, 914 mm, 1067 mm, 1118 mm, 1270 mm, 1372 mm, 1524 mm

Core

2“Ø

used outside. Due to the synthetic character SyntiTec does not react to changes in temperature

Tip: To achieve optimal quality, pick photo paper/ satin in the printer settings.

Should you have any questions about SyntiTec PP Film 180 please contact Marketing and Product Manager Pascal Arnold, pascal.arnold@sihl.com Of course not only the adverts of individual sponsors involved printing – identification numbers of each of the participating runners were also

Advantages TyColor on Tyvek® white 210

needed. The material used for this has to withstand wet conditions, hence the customer landed on the new TyColor on Tyvek® white 210 matt

Up to 3 months unprotected outdoor application

3261. It not only withstands wet conditions but

Lamination allows longer outdoor application

it also offers high tear resistance, is easy to cut

Tear resistant

and allows a strong contrasting print. Any questi-

High waterfastness

ons about this media should be directed to Bruno

Excellent cost:performance ratio

Fouquet, bfouquet@diatechnologies.fr Discover for yourself the quality of the material

Physical Properties

and order a free sample roll from your regional

Product

TyColor on Tyvek® white 210

Product number

3261

Surface

matt

Weight

90 g/m²

Thickness

210 μm

Whiteness (CIE)

135

Transparency

95%

Chromaticity (D50 2°)

L* 99 a* 2.5 b* -8.0

Length

30 m

Widths

914 mm, 1270 mm

Core

2“Ø

Sihl contact! Smaller quantities can be purchased via Sihl Direct CH online shop.

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New Sihl Backlits for UV inkjet printers to attract all eyes Displays illuminated from behind have an unbeatable visual advertising affect, especially with dim lighting, allowing white or coloured areas of pictures and graphics transparent but bright vivid colours, intensifying their ability to attract every eye, thus leaving a lasting impression on the passerby.

DuraCURE Backlit – Why always film?

decorative touch, making this backlit

DuraCURE Backlit is available in either

stand out from typical backlit media.

130 µm (3413) or 180 µm (3414).

The new Sihl DuraCURE Backlit satisfies

The matt surface of DuraCURE, with a

the perfect combination of paper and

transparency of 65%, allows light to shi-

films, using a higher percentage of pa-

ne through without revealing the light

per Sihl have produced a product with

source in the background or fading the

as little film as necessary to achieve the

colours.

wished stiffness and tear resistance.

With this combination DuraCURE offers

Physical properties

the optimal cost:performance ratio and

Product

DuraCURE Backlit 130

DuraCURE Backlit 170

Product number

3413

3414

extraordinary robustness: the scratch

Surface

matt

matt

resistant surface and excellent flatness

Weight

130 g/m²

170 g/m²

Thickness

150 µm

200 µm

Transparency

65 %

65 %

Tensile strength

MD > 70 N/15 mm, CD > 40 N/15 mm

MD > 80 N/15 mm, CD > 60 N/15 mm

Distortion strength

MD > 200 mN, CD > 80 mN

MD > 500 mN, CD > 200 mN

600/650) and Offset print. The special

Length

30,5 m

30,5 m

surface coating allows high print speeds

Width

914 mm

914 mm

Core

3"Ø

3"Ø

is still as environmentally friendly as possible. The new DuraCURE guarantees an

allow a sure and uncomplicated on-site mounting, ensuring first class results even for permanent use.

Its multifunctional surface is perfect for a variety of printing techniques, including Solid Ink systems, (Océ Colorwave

and perfect ink bonding.

The matt finish insures a brilliant, high contrast print, whereas the recognisable crepe paper structure lends a beautiful

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Products Advantages DuraCURE Backlit Brilliant colours Perfect ink bonding Tear resistant Dimensional stability Also printable on Solid Ink (Océ Colorwave 600/650) and Offset systems

LightCURE Backlit Film (145 DS) – Illuminating difference The new LightCURE film from Sihl is a double-sided matt coated polyester film for light boxes. Thanks to the special coating processes, this film allows printing on both sides. This in turn produces optimal results for both retracted and reflective light applications; For example when a contrasting additional image is printed on the reverse.

Alongside this, the double-sided matt finish gives a better and homogeneous path for the rays of light. So not only does LightCURE stand out in its unprinted state but also thanks to this excellent light refraction, it is also ideal for lightboxes which are not switched on 24hrs a day.

Just like the DuraCURE Backlits the LightCURE also guarantees an extraordinary flatness, which in turn allows easy fine pro-

Advantages of LightCURE Backlit

cessing.

Brilliant colours Due to its special surface finish LightCURE is perfect for UV

Perfect ink bonding

print, but is also compatible for laser, Solid Ink (Océ Colorwave

Printable on both sides

600/650) and Offset systems. Achieving an attractive long-las-

Dimensional stability

ting indoor light box image with brilliant colours.

Also printable on Laser, Solid Ink (Océ Colorwave 600/650) and Offset systems

Physical properties

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Product

LightCURE Backlit Film 140 DS

Product number

3418

Surface

matt

Weight

185 g/m²

Thickness

140 µm

Transparency

70 %

Tensile strength

M.D./C.D.: 390 N/15 mm

Distortion strength

M.D./C.D.: 220 %

Length

30,5 m

Width

914 mm, 1067 mm, 1270 mm, 1524 mm

Core

3“Ø

Best properties for perfect results SIHL MASTERCLASS Creative Art has two new matt papers which offer the best results for lasting artwork.

The new SIHL MASTERCLASS Smooth Matt Cotton Paper 320

ink densities, leaving the media free of waves, without altering

(4852) and Textured Matt Cotton Paper 320 (4853), are both

its form.

produced using 100% cotton base material, and offer very homogenous surfaces. The SIHL MASTERCLASS Smooth Matt Cot-

The material contains no OBAs with both the base material and

ton Paper 320 (4852) has a very smooth surface, whereas the

the special coating offering a guaranteed durability. They are

SIHL MASTERCLASS Textured Matt Cotton Paper 320 (4853) has

compatible with all high quality inkjet printers, although pig-

a surface with a slight structure.

ment inks are highly recommended due to their high colour fastness. Prints can be sprayed or laminated for additional pro-

Both of these SIHL MASTERCLASS papers are made of acid-free

tection against scratches and colour fading.

art paper and are ideal for both black & white as well as colour printing. And they have a long durability (depending on the

Further information, ICC profiles and application tips can be

inks this can be up to 200 years) and optimal archivability.

found at www.sihl-masterclass.com

The creative Art papers, with their special matt coating, are hea-

Don´t just take our word for it, try it for yourself and order your

vy and have excellent colour saturation, outstanding contrast

free samples from your Regional Sales Representative.

definition and high ink density which together generate the most amazing print results. Whether it be artwork photos, portraits or graphics, all prints show perfect grey balance, as well as outstanding colour reproduction.

The perfect surface for your images Using the 320 g/m2 heavy material, customers achieve remarkable results. The porous coating has been tweaked to allow the highest resolution possible. The outstanding graduation and fabulous reproduction of light and shading detail support an immaculate finished print, even of complicated images.

SIHL MASTERCLASS Smooth Matt Cotton Paper 320 (4852) and Textured Matt Cotton Paper 320 (4853) are both quick dry medias. The inkjet coating allows perfect ink fixation, even with high

Picture: Marco Lachmann

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Products Advantages Questions about these products will be prompt-

SIHL MASTERCLASS

ly answered by Product Manager Carola Bolte,

ARTsurface Heavy matt art paper withCREATIVE very homogenous

carola.bolte@sihl.de

Combination of acid-free, 100% cotton base paper and a special coating with no OBAs allow for a long-lasting, no-fading print Natural paper white tones of traditional art papers are recognisable Outstanding graduation, wide tone range and best differentiation

Further advantages

between light and shaded areas.

Perfect sharpness and best detail reproduction

•

Damp and water-resistant

•

Compatible with all high quality inkjet printers with pigment and dye inks; Deep rich blacks pigment inks are recommended

Extreme brilliant colours, high opacity and amazing contrast Excellent B&W and colour reproduction Quick dry with good flatness, even with high ink saturation Water and damp resistant Compatible with all high quality inkjet printers – best durability results when used with waterbased pigment inks.

Technical information

Physical properties Product

Surface

matt

Product number

4853

Weight SIHL MASTERCLASS Thickness Smooth Matt Cotton Paper 320 Whiteness (Wcie )

Product number

4852

Surface

mattCut sheets

320 g/m² SIHL MASTERCLASS 550 µm Textured Matt Cotton Paper 320 75 4853 matt

Thickness

A4 320 g/m² A3+ 490 µm

Whiteness (CIE)

75 Rolls

75

Sheet stock

DIN A4: 25 sheets 432 mm x 12 m DIN A3+: 25 sheets 610 mm x 12 m 432 mm x 12 m (17“) 1118 mm x 12 m 610 mm x 12 m (24“) 1118 mm x 12 m (44“)

DIN17“ A4: 25 sheets DIN A3+: 25 sheets 24“ 432 mm x 12 m (17“) 44“ 610 mm x 12 m (24“) 1118 mm x 12 m (44“)

Weight

Roll stock

210 x 297 mm 320 g/m² 25 sheets 329 x 483 mm

25 sheets 550 µm

For further information and ICC profiles visit www.sihl-masterclass.com

Also try our other SIHL MASTERCLASS products, for example:

High Gloss Photo Paper 330 330 g/m² high gloss Clear, brilliant, high gloss – perfect for architectural, technical or advertising images, landscapes, fashion and portraits.

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Lustre Photo Paper 300 300 g/m² lustre A smooth surface with a subtle sheen – the elegant MASTERCLASS Lustre Photo Paper 300 shows your images in the best light.

Sihl GmbH • Kreuzauer Straße 33 • 52355 Düren • Germany • Phone +49 2421 597-0 • Fax +49 2421 597-308 • www.sihl.com

Panorama photos on Wallpaper Persomural 170 Sihl support photographers at FotoDoks festival in Munich Munich hosted the 5th FotoDoks festival for actual documentation photography. Stars and newcomers to the scene met in Autumn at the Munich City Museum. Famous for his book projects and exhibitions, photographer Kai Wiedenhöfer choose Sihl Wallpaper Persomural 170 to display his extraordinary panoramic view of the American – Mexican border.

From the 17.10 til 25.11.2012 the FotoDoks festival presented this and 14 other pieces of work created following this years theme – Attention-Respect, control and changes. A round up of pictures trying to find critical solutions for

Picture: Kai Wiedenhöfer

the struggle of power and responsibility, along with the view of British photographers. Works of Art to be found at this exhibition reflect atmosphere and

Installation of Kai Wiedenhöfers 'Border walk'

surroundings of our times through pictures.

Born in Schwennigen in 1966, photographer Kai The variation in the program, including discussions; short documentation

Wiedenhöfer studied at University of Essen and

films and workshops, presented by seven British and eight German photo-

since 1989 has followed the Near East as his main

graphers, can be found in the Munich City Museum, the Maximillians Forum

career orientated subject. In the past many grants

and the connecting Munich Gallery. Since 2008 FotoDoks has had a secured

and prizes have recognized his work. In Decem-

place in the top German events for documentation photography. So it came

ber 2012 his latest book 'Confrontier' – about

th

as no surprise that it won the Zeit Magazine Foto-Prize, handed over on 20

walls bordering and separating – was launched

October by the chief editor, Christoph Amend. During times of crisis, picture

worldwide. The main focus being the differences

manipulation and the quickly changing routes to information, this festival,

in border situations; messages being interpreted

with its outstanding program, is like a breath of fresh air for the professional

differently by the viewer. The Munich City Muse-

yet controversial exchange.

um exhibits a grand total of eight panoramic 210 x 70 cm border views between the USA and Mexico all from the photographer.

Picture: Kai Wiedenhöfer

Picture: Kai Wiedenhöfer

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Success story Sihl Wallpaper as exhibition media

thanks to the bonding of the inks high

walls. And the scratch resistance of the

durability is achieved.

PVC-free media makes mounting easy

As one of the sponsors of this years fes-

Due to the high dimensional stability

and carefree.

tival, Sihl provided Sihl Wallpaper Perso-

and waterfastness of the 180 g/m2 heavy

mural 170 matt 3260 for the exhibition.

Wallpaper Persomural 170 can be hung

More information to the festival can

This high quality paper has an elegant

using everyday wallpaper paste. Like all

be found at www.fotodoks.de with in-

and waterfast inkjet coating when prin-

wallpapers, lining up patterns after han-

formation to the product being found

ted with waterbased pigment inks. The

ging, is child play and due to its dry struc-

at www.sihl.com or alternatively con-

fine matt surface structure finish achie-

ture is easy to remove after use, without

tact Product Manager Bruno Fouquet,

ves a high colour brilliance with a wide

any problems. Its high opacity and tight

bfouquet@diatechnologies.fr

gamut – perfect for colourful panoramic

volumised structure enables a perfect co-

photography. The inks are quick dry and

vering, even of small cracks and uneven

Advantages

Physical Properties Product

Wallpaper Persomural 170

Product number

3260

Surface

matt

High opacity for good coverage

Weight

180 g/m²

High dimensional stability and

Thickness

340 µm

Whiteness (CIE)

85

Transparency

> 93 %

trace

Chromaticity (D65 10°)

L* 95 a* -0.5 b* 0.7

Easy to remove

Length

30,5 m

Widths

610 mm, 914 mm, 1067 mm, 1118 mm

Core

3“Ø

Wide colour gamut and rendering Smooth surfaces

waterfastness Sticks using everyday wallpaper paste Small cracks are covered without a

PVC – free

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ProduCtS Impressum Published by: Sihl Digital Imaging Edited by: Janine Bülten janine.buelten@sihl.de Sihl GmbH Kreuzauer Str. 33 · D-52355 Düren www.sihl.com Layout: that worx GmbH, Jüchen Printed by: Pecks-Druck Düren

Clever window adverts – easy to apply Sihl presents the new transparent polyester film for use with solvent inks, specifically developed for window advertising, which cleverly clings to the glass when the special coating is activated by soapy water.

The ClearSOL WetCling Film 125 glossy,

by soapy water no release liner is nee-

the youngest addition of the Sihl deve-

ded, meaning that the use of this film

lopers, with a solvent compatible coa-

produces less waste during application.

Images:

ting, offers an excellent colour repro-

Kai Wiedenhöfer

duction and quality printed image. This

Any further questions about this product

Marco Lachmann

clear film has an extra special adhering

will happily be answered by Marketing

coating, when soaked with soapy water

and Product Manager Pascal Arnold:

the coating activates a cling effect glue.

pascal.arnold@sihl.com

This special glue allows the film to cling to many smooth surfaces, allowing the

A video with step-by-step

printed side of the film to cling to wet

instructions for attaching

glass, aluminum or Dibond surfaces – ex-

the film can be found

cess fluid can be squeezed out using a

here:

normal window scraper. Thanks to this glue coating the printed image is protected from any mechanical wear and tear and can be removed without leaving residue. As the glue can only be activated

Physical Properties Product

ClearSOL WetCling Film 125

Product number

3550

Surface

glossy

Weight

170 g/m²

Child´s play to apply and removable

Thickness

125 µm

without leaving residue

Length

30 m

Excellent colour brilliance

Widths

914 mm, 1067 mm

Core

3“Ø

Advantages Self-adhering clear film with no release liner

High colour saturation Also suitable for latex

Sihl would like to wish all our readers a festive season filled with joy and luck, health and success for the upcoming New Year.

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