The Graphic Impact Blog

The design and installation teams at Graphic Impact used an Etchmark vinyl to make statement and at the same time screened out a room with a large glass window.  In this case there was also a great cost savings over etching the glass and still having a frosted look.

Graphic Impact was hard at work preparing the University of Arizona Football stadium suites for the upcoming home games.  Coach Sumlin’s suite features an 8ft by 16ft wall mural, design printed and installed by the team at Graphic Impact.

This post discusses the advantages of cut to shape aluminum showing off the durability and fantastic resolution and vividness of the colors.  The right choice for both interior and exterior applications.

This post discusses the difference a full color mural with acrylic letters made for the Women’s Soccer Team at the University of Arizona.  You can’t imagine the transformation from a plain blank wall to this display.  Talk about branding!

This blog discusses ADA compliant signs utilizing raster bead technology. An acrylic or metal braille dot is injected into the substrate (in this case acrylic). If clear acrylic is used, any full color, design or photograph can be incorporated.

This blog discusses directional signs.  For small businesses up to major corporations such as the one shown here.  From name tags to the largest projects. Graphic Impact, since 1989.

This blog discusses on-going progress at Banner University Medical Center and advantages of dealing with a single supplier capable of performing all interior and exterior required signage.

A discussion of the advantages of using a licensed vendor for all promotional products approved for campus wide distribution for the University of Arizona.

In this post we discuss an entirely new way to listen to fantastic sound while a canvas print displays your favorite artwork or graphic.

This blog discusses printed ADA Braille signs.  We show how a sign, with the latest technology, is fabricated in full photographic color.  There are no minimum and many times are less expensive than other methods.

This blog discusses vinyl banners.  What are they, how are they made and help in preparing the perfect design to get the maximum impact!

This post discusses large sponsor signs for the University of Arizona.  A well lit sign will become the center of attention, but design, fabrication and installation must be done correctly and with a company you can trust.

This blog discusses the types of printing equipment used by Graphic Impact to produce some of the spectacular projects that you see throughout Tucson.

These full color name tags can be printed in full color or lasered.  Any size or shape.  High resolution with photo quality reproduction at any size.  Never a minimum quantity requirement.

A discussion of how one non-profit uses vehicle wraps to draw attention and increase brand recognition.  Is there any better way?

A glass door can become a full color center piece.  This post discusses how the University of Arizona Gymnastics coach used a glass door making sure that it would be noticed by recruits, visitors and team members.

A Frame Signs are discussed in this blog.  A Frame Signs are visible, highly durable outdoors, and, when designed properly, grab the attention of prospective clients that pass by your business.

Here is a description of how Graphic Impact makes use of over six million photographs that clients use at no cost when we are designing a variety of products for them.

This blog discusses how large brushed metal prints are used as murals for University of Arizona Baseball.  The results are truly stunning and a choice for corporate offices and lobbies.

This blog discusses the things to consider when you are using vehicle magnets on your personal car.  Focus on the right design to draw the most attention.

This post discusses the various uses of e-panel.  What are the advantages and disadvantage of the material and why it is one of most widely used products for interior and exterior signs?

This post describes a number of ways to increase brand awareness. In the case of a major hospital Graphic Impact used elevator doors and floors producing some stunning results.

A discussion of why transit systems, bus stops, and outdoor sign faces utilize acrylic and lexan that are digitally printed for both outdoor and indoor applications. What advantages do they offer.?

This blog discusses light boxes that are used for exterior applications.  Faces can be easily replaced.  These replacement faces can be printed in photographic quality or vinyl lettering.

This post discusses the use of street banners, when and why to use them, different types of materials for different environments, and suggestions for ending up with a great design.

Graphic Impact produced high quality Arizona photographs for Pima County.  Digital prints were reproduced on the back surface of one half inch clear acrylic.  We discuss the advantages of acrylic prints.

You probably realize that banners are one of the least expensive marketing and sales investments you can make.  But do you know the difference and advantages of vinyl and mesh banners and when to use each one.

Vinyl banners are the most widely used way, interior and exterior, to advertise an event.  This blog discusses how for University of Arizona softball, Graphic Impact shows how an ordinary banner is made into a spectacular sign.

This post discusses a clever advertising idea for the Tucson Roadrunners. There’s sponsors to satisfy and always new ways to get in front of your clients.  Is this a vehicle wrap? Think again!

Meeting the demands of the University of Arizona is challenging.  Turn-around times are tight and costs must always be in line without sacrificing creativity and quality. Here is an example of one locker room.

This blog discusses the differences between digital printing and screen printing and the reasons why screen printing is being rapidly replaced.