Expert Presentation Board Reproduction
Expert Presentation Board Reproduction
Trust DRS in Doylestown to enlarge and reproduce your expert presentation boards to really impress your audience. The fact that you need a presentation board by itself underscores the importance of the illustration that is on the board. So why not make sure your illustration has the maximum impact you are seeking.
We recommend starting with a foam core board. They come in a variety of thicknesses and sizes, so you can have designed to sit on an easel or on a table top with an easel back attached. The foam core boards are ridged so they hold up well and are more durable and weather resistant than card stock. We also recommend direct print on the foam core board. That way you can avoid getting some unsightly wrinkles on the board which can happen when illustration is printed on a separate sheet of paper and then glued to the foam core surface.
Direct printing on foam core boards does require both special equipment and expertise to get it right. You need a flat-bed printer in order to print directly onto rigid materials like foam core boards. The foam core boards require some special handling since finger prints on the unprinted surface can interfere with the printing process.
Trust DRS to be your presentation board headquarters. We specialize in foam core presentation boards and we have the printing equipment to direct print onto the foam core boards for that expert, presentation board look, that you are seeking.
Foam Core Posters
Gatorboard Foam Core Posters
Traditional posters are generally made from a poster grade card stock paper. They are rectangular in shape and are flexible so that they can be stapled to round telephone poles. Today posters can come in a variety of materials, shapes, and thicknesses including gatorboard foam core posters. Posters can have an easel back glued on to make them self-standing.
Foam core is starting to be recognized as an ideal material for posters because it adds further versatility to the poster sign concept. Since it is generally thicker material it can be shaped and it is more ridged than poster board so it holds up better. Foam core is also more weatherproof than card stock and it can be printed on both sides.
As a result, it is easy to understand why foam core is starting to become more popular as poster material, which also poses a challenge for some printers. Because foam core is ridged it cannot fit into a traditional roll-fed printer, which incidentally are the type of printers in many small print shops. The workaround for form core request can be to print the message on a roll-fed sheet of paper and then glue it onto the surface of the foam core.
At DRS In Doylestown, they have the special print equipment that enables them to print directly onto the foam core surface. At DRS they believe that if you want to use foam core for signs and posters, you should make sure it is direct printed onto the foam core itself and not just pasted on. They even have equipment that can shape the foam core as well to make a foam core poster truly unique. That is why when you are looking to use foam core for your signs and posters, the place to go is DRS because they know how to print directly on foam core for a better-looking sign or poster.
A Cruse Scanner with Super Powers? Yes, Thanks to a Fortunate Miss-Fortune
A fortunate miss-fortune lands DRS the most up to date Cruse Scanner in the country
What began as a tragic event morphed into something special for Digital Reprographics Solutions (DRS) in Doylestown, PA. The company already had a Cruse Scanner that was actually purchased at a business liquidation auction. It was a great addition to the DRS in-house machine line up and new service offering of large format, high-quality scanning. The Cruse scanner is widely regarded as one of the best scanners was now commercially available in the Philadelphia suburbs. DRS rolled out the red carpet for the scanner by setting up a special room with dark gray walls (for white balance) in their shop to house the Cruse scanner. This room has attracted a number of specialty clients and projects who were knowledgeable of the Cruse Scanner and the quality levels of its scans.
As you can imagine things were going well, very well. Then the misfortune came and made a good thing great!
The misfortune occurred when a storm came through Doylestown and DRS incurred a lightning strike which basically disabled and ruined the sensitive electronics of the Cruse Scanner. The fortunate part of the story is that DRS was fully insured for such occurrences. The original Cruse Scanner was beyond repair. As a result, the insurance covered the expense of obtaining a brand new Cruse Scanner from Germany, where they are made.
And, since Cruse scanners are custom made, Mark and Mike were able to add features to the brand new Cruse scanner to make it even more powerful and valuable. As a result, DRS was able to obtain the most up to date Cruse Scanner in North America worth over one hundred thousand dollars!
What makes the scanner so great? You have to see it to believe it. The scans are incredible with the new lighting kit that can pick up and emphasis shadows and highlights creating an incredible scan. People are now coming from near and far to have their scans done by the new custom made DRS Cruse Scanner in Doylestown, PA.
Cruse Scanner Description by Pigmenta Art Print Labs
Fine Art Scanner by Pigmenta
Pigmenta art print labs is located in England and Hungary. Their website description of their Cruse Fine Art Scanner is as follows:
We proudly present our world-class large format Cruse Scanner
“The Cruse Scanner is the Rolls Royce of repro-stand scanner systems. This scanner is used by leading museums, by military, federal police agencies, research universities, by anyone who needs the absolute top quality digital image”. Dr. Nicholas Helmuth, director FLAAR
The cornerstone of digital archiving and reproduction is the high-quality digitalization.
The Cruse large format scanner was developed for digitalization of valuable artifacts, pieces of museum – or private collections and various archives. Developers regarded requirements without compromises as their highest goal. Cruse scanner has become a determinative device in digitalization.
Wow, we could not have said this better ourselves. They give an excellent description of the merits and the quality of the Cruse Scanner. The great news is that a brand new state of the art Cruse Scanner is coming to DRS in Doylestown Pa this summer. Our Cruse Scanner was custom designed to provide enhanced scanning capability with new digital lighting to further allow more detail capture and depth to objects being scanned.
DIY Posters
Affordable, Easy DIY Posters in Philadelphia
Back to school time is upon us, and everyone is scrambling to get things together last minute, parents and teachers alike.
We thought we would show just how simple creating your own stunning posters and graphics for the upcoming school year can be. Many people think to create something worth printing they have to hire a graphic designer and that simply isn’t true.
Today there is a myriad of software products and online platforms available that allow everyone to create stunning graphics in just a few minutes. Below we will walk you through the simple process of creating a poster through one of our favorite online platforms, Canva.
We love Canva because of the simple layout and logical setup which enables everyone to use it.
So let’s get started.
How to Make DIY Posters
First, go to www.canva.com and create an account. To make it even easier you can create an account through your Gmail or Facebook accounts. Then simply enter your username and password and click the bright green Login Button.
This will take you to the home page of the website that populates with all of your previously saved designs.
You can either click on one of your old designs to further edit it before printing, or you can create a new design. One of the best features about Canva is that they have a list of popular sizes already listed out for you so it is easy to select what you are designing for.
Simply click the size image you want to create and it will pop open in a new window.
Another fantastic feature of Canva is that they have hundreds of pre-loaded templates available for you to use, so you don’t have to create something from scratch. Simply click the layouts option on the top left and scroll through to find a design you like. Then click the design and it will automatically be added to your blank canvas.
Now that you have selected a template you can customize it fully to whatever your design requires. Canva allows you to change the colors, fonts, text, picture, opacity, line height, etc. And they make this editing process intuitive and easy to follow. Just click on the part of the design you want to change and you can begin editing.
Canva has a number of free photos available that you can use in your design. There is also a handy upload option at the bottom left if you want to use one of your own photos. Simply select the photo you wish to change, drop it into the design, and size the way you wish.
You can also change the text and font of your design. So, the contents change but overall the look and feel remain.
It’s simple to edit fonts, just click the text on the design and then open the drop-down menu at the top and all the fonts will drop down for you to choose from.
It is also simple to edit the text that comes with the pre-made templates to fit your custom needs. Just click the lettering and when you see the blinking space start typing or deleting. Want to add additional text to the image? No problem! Just click the Text option on the far left and a new text box will automatically pop up in your image. Then you can select the font you want and write your text.
Want to add additional text to the image? Just click the Text option on the far left and select what you want to add to the design, Heading, Subheading, etc. A new text box will automatically pop up in your image. Then you can select the font you want and write your text.
After writing your new text it is simple to change the size of it to fit in your design. Just click the text and then the drop down size menu at the top menu bar.
Once you get the design the way you want it make sure to edit the name of the design by clicking the title listed in white above the image, and choose the file name you want it saved as.
Next click the download button and choose to save as PDF. 
Then just send us the file and tell us the specifics of the size, material, and amount you want to be printed. Simple as that. See below for an idea of what it will look like!
The best part about Canva is that you can be creative, have fun, and get what you need to done efficiently.
So, the next time you need a poster printed and start to worry about the cost, design, timing, etc. Just log onto Canva and you’ll have a great looking product in no time that we can print for you to make sure everything looks great.
Good luck on your future printing project! When you are ready to hit PRINT, just contact DRS. As a small business, we appreciate your business.
Partnering with DRS for your Classroom Posters
Teachers, Customize Your Room with Classroom Posters
What do you think of when you hear the term motivational posters? Do they have a place among your classroom posters?
Chances are you think of something like the images below. A single word or phrase in all caps, with either a definition or cheesy quote listed below and paired with some kind of landscape photo.
You’ve seen them hanging in the hallways of schools, doctor’s offices, community centers and many other places. Some are inspiring, well sort of, but most are just kind of cliché and forgettable. Below are a few of our favorite because of how funny they are.
Well except for this one, we are actually quite fond of this one…
Hindsight “These really were the droids you were looking for.”
We can all agree that these posters are pretty ridiculous and not good for much more than a laugh while walking between classes.
The good news is that with the help of Print DRS you can create and print custom posters to fit your classroom needs, style, and budget!
Visual communication is one of the biggest tools teachers and education professionals have in their toolbox and can be a great asset during a student’s learning process. So don’t just rely on the “tried and true” poster methods of those who have come before you.
Get creative dream up a look and feel for your classroom, hallway corkboard, talent show signs, etc, and we can help make it a reality. We want to be your partner in not only teaching the next generation but inspiring them through fun, creativity, and imagination.
Have a favorite quote from Toy Story, Frozen, Gaurdians of the Galaxy, or another popular movie that you think the kids would enjoy and get a laugh out of? Bring us an idea and we can make it happen.
Not only do we have great prices for posters but there are a variety of other services we offer that you can use in your classroom, including custom window clings, banners, flip charts, the sky is the limit.
Let’s work together to make this year better than ever and get your classroom and students off on the right foot of their school journey…
The Cruse Scanner Rumor
Rumor has it that a brand new state of the art Cruse Scanner is on the way to Doylestown, from across the sea in Germany where they are designed and manufactured.
Rumor also has it that when it arrives, it will be one of the most up to date Cruse Scanners in the Eastern part of the United States, and perhaps even all of America.
Rumor has it that this Cruse Scanner has been custom designed to include the special features that customers are seeking in a high-quality scanner.
Rumor has it that the Cruse Scanner coming to DRS in Doylestown has an advanced digital lighting system designed to give users more control over how light can enhance the scanning process by providing depth and eliminating shadows as needed.
Rumor has it that most Cruse Scanners in the US are part of museums, Universities and Government Offices and are not available for commercial use, unlike the new Cruse Scanner coming to DRS in Doylestown.
And since the Cruse Scanner is due to arrive at DRS in Doylestown later this summer; it should be very clear very soon which rumors are actually facts.
Print Marketing is the Foundation of Experience
Print Marketing is the Foundation of Experience
We are celebrating National Zoo and Aquarium Month and the impact print marketing has on visitor experiences.
When was the last time you visited a zoo or aquarium? Likely you have childhood memories of a visit or class trip. The anticipation of seeing animals from across the world like the elephant, lion or penguin was enough to keep you up the night before! For kids today the exhibits has transformed in the full visitor experiences.
There is a lot more that goes into that experience than meets the eye. It’s not just fun animals and exhibits, a lot of it has to do with the entire experience that is created from the billboards, posters, and banners strategically placed around town and the zoo to attract your attention, to the floor decals placed throughout the property, to the printed designs around the actual exhibit.
Successful marketing for zoos and aquariums is more than just showing animals, it’s all about using a variety of printed materials to create a memorable experience. Below are a few of the printed items that make your zoo/aquarium experience memorable.
Enlarged Maps
Most zoos still have printed maps that you pick up when you first enter showing you the layout of the park and helping you plan your trip effectively. In a world that relies heavily on technology for navigation having a map that you can hold in your hands, draw on, and put in scrapbook later is special and memorable. Don’t forget the large maps that are displayed as you walk throughout the zoo/aquarium as well.
Animal Exhibit Signs
There are signs everywhere at a zoo, pointing out everything from different exhibits, to restaurants, to bathrooms, etc. And most of them are colorful, bright, and written in a cool text with a fun design. These factors all help make them memorable and fit the theme of the park. They also have to stand up to extreme weather since they are outside 365 days a year. In front of most animal exhibits will be informational signs that tell you about the animal’s origin, habitat, diet, etc.
Non-slip Floor Decals
Many zoos will have printed floor decals all over the walkways leading you to different exhibits or in different colors for the different paths you can take, and in the shape of animal feet. What better way to engage children than putting something colorful and fun down on their level that they can enjoy?
Customized Philadelphia Zoo Hot Air Balloon
This one might be specific to Philadelphia but if you’ve ever driven down 76 on a busy Sunday afternoon you will have seen the Philadelphia Hot Air Balloon that flies high above the treetops. This is a brilliant marketing tactic by the zoo, especially since they encourage people to take selfies with it and use the hashtag #6ABCZooBalloon.
Whether you realize it or not from before you even step into a zoo there are a number of printed materials making impressions on you, all working together to make sure that the message, marketing, and fun or the experience is something you won’t forget for a long time to come.
New Cruse Scanner is Coming to Doylestown
Top of the Line Cruse Scanner
Scanner will be available in Doylestown, PA Summer 2017
The Cruse Scanners are widely recognized around the world as among the best scanners you can buy. That is why they are typically found in fine museums and major universities, where it is important to capture the fine details of both flat and three dimensional objects. The scanner that is coming to Doylestown is a brand new state of the art Cruse Scanner that has been customized to meet the specifications of DRS, a large format print shop.
When putting together the scanner for top of the line in-house scanning capabilities DRS wanted to spare no expense. The build out of the Cruse scanner includes the following features:
- The new Cruse Scanner will have a new led lighting system that will provide better color and dimension to the scans.
- The scanner will include the patented German optics, for extreme precision and detail.
- The scanner is complete with upgraded and updated software to enable and enhance the scan image in order to add more depth and contrast.
We can’t wait to roll out the new Cruse scanner this summer 2017. DRS customers have already been praising the results from the current ‘old’ Cruse Scanner – wait until they see what we are able to do with the new model. We expect they will be even more excited about the new Cruse Scanner and what it can do. A brand new state of the art Cruse Scanner is on its way from Germany to DRS in Doylestown, stay tuned for more updates as they occur.
Billboard Size Print Reproduction Now Available at DRS
Now Available: Billboards Doylestown PA
DRS, a wide format small business printer located in Doylestown, now has the equipment to print billboard sized graphic images for your very large display needs. Once upon a time, you would have to search out of the area to find a printer with this large size print capability which can now be found at DRS. Need a billboard, think Billboards Doylestown, PA.
DRS is able to print these extra-large signs because they now have a grand format printer, which is the length of a good sized room. The grand format printer can produce a single image for a billboard size sign or display, or it can be used to make multiple copies of the same image, cutting down the time it would take a traditional wide format printer to print a significant number of posters or banners.
Now that DRS has a grand format printer, they are in a position to support customers with large quantity production runs of a hundred or more posters or banners, in addition to orders for extra-large banners, stage backdrops, and extra-large photographic and graphic displays.
Everyone has probably seen a poster, banner, or backdrop that was printed via a grand format printer. Visiting the theater and seeing the large printed backdrops on stage, were most likely produced by a grand format printer. Even the large displays photos outside of the Eagles stadium can be produced by the grand format printer that is now at DRS in Doylestown Pa.
DRS now has a grand format printer and is ready to accept orders for those extra-large banner and poster displays as well as accepting large banner and poster production orders.
