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SIGN
BIZ® INC. SELECTS MUTOH FOR
SOLVENT PRINTER PARTNERSHIP
A Brilliant Solution For Sign Biz Chain
Dana Point, Calif.,
(April 1, 2004) - Sign Biz, Inc., founder of the
largest non-franchise sign chain in the US, has expanded its equipment
offerings to its network of sign companies with the selection of manufacturing
giant Mutoh for solvent printers and peripherals.
One
Great Name Deserves Another
As the world’s leading manufacturer of piezoelectric, large format printers,
Mutoh develops OEM solutions for many of the world’s most famous names, but
keeps a low profile . This includes private label products, as well as
contract printer development and manufacturing services. "This new
strategic partnership with the Sign Biz corporation reaffirms Mutoh’s
standing as a recognized industry leader," explained Paul Strauch, VP Marketing for the Sign Biz
Corporation.
Strauch
approached Mutoh in February after receiving favorable reports on Mutoh
printers from the users within the Sign Biz network of sign companies.
Randy Rickert, Director of Sales for Mutoh America Inc., met with Strauch and
finalized arrangements for the sale of Mutoh products. "I am excited
that Sign Biz, Inc. is making us their vendor of choice for Solvent
printing," stated Rickert. "We will deliver your channel with a quality product and service level that you will be proud of."
 Solvent
Flatbed Printer Revenue Projected to Reach $54 Million in 2007
Lyra Research forecasts that the solvent flatbed printer market will grow
substantially, with worldwide shipments reaching 1,100 units in 2007 and
revenue projected to climb to $54 million that same year (see figure).
"To
launch our new alliance with Mutoh America, the Mutoh/Sign Biz
special offering package will be announced at the International Sign
Association Expo in Orlando on Friday, April 16th," stated Strauch,
"and Randy Rickert will be a guest contributor at our own Print
Technologies workshop for our convention on April 17th.
"The
timing is perfect for our Members, and the industry as a whole. We consider
this the wave of today."
For further
information call (949) 234-0408 or (800) 633-5580.
About Mutoh
Mutoh Industries, Ltd. was founded in 1952 in Tokyo, Japan, to
manufacture and distribute mechanical drafting products. Mutoh later
introduced a broad line of flatbed and roll-fed pen/pencil plotters
that established Mutoh as a worldwide leader in X-Y motion systems and
printer and plotter technology. Since then, ISO9000-certified Mutoh
Industries, Ltd. has become the world’s foremost manufacturer of
large format piezoelectric printers. Mutoh manufactures printers and
related peripherals for some of the biggest names in the pre-press,
sign and graphics industries. Mutoh has key engineering manufacturing
and distribution centers in Japan, Belgium and Tempe, Arizona, home to
subsidiary Mutoh America.
About Sign Biz® Inc.
Sign Biz, Inc. is founder of the world's
largest international chain of non-franchised computer-aided sign (CAS)
companies. The corporation was established in 1989 to guide entrepreneurs into
the new field of digital visual communications, and today trains, equips, and
supports their network of independent sign businesses across the US and in
6 foreign markets. The corporate office is located in Dana Point, CA.
The mission of the Sign Biz organization and it's network
is to "provide tools and examples for those who are serious about owning
their own business and becoming the architects of the most fulfilling
experience of entrepreneurship possible." They can be contacted toll free: 800-633-5580.
Sign Biz Inc. Address: 24681 La
Plaza, Suite 270, Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: (949) 234-0408 ~ Fax: (949)
234-0426
www.signbiz.com
www.signbiznet.com
About Lyra Research
Founded in 1991, Lyra Research is recognized worldwide as the leading provider
of market, product, and technology information and analysis focused on the
imaging industry. Lyra Research provides targeted information on printers and
copiers, digital photography, and imaging supplies to more than 2,000 clients
in more than 40 countries. Lyra's portfolio of services includes leading
industry newsletters, special market reports, advisory services, conferences,
and custom consulting
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If you have any further questions or would like additional information about
Sign
Biz
Inc., please contact:
Paul
Strauch
Vice President Corporate Communications
24681
La
Plaza,
Suite
270
Dana
Point,
CA
92629
800-633-5580
pstrauch@signbiz.com
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