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2019 Blogs

Office Personalities:- Which one are you?

Post author By Rap Industries
Post date December 2, 2019

As you look around your office, I can be more than certain that you have a whole host of personalities. Some that work and some that clash, but nevertheless personalities that need to be there to add diversity, create friendships and build your office workplace dynamic.

That being said, we have listed some of the office personalities you might find wondering around the work place as we speak. Have a read through our light-hearted list to see who you work with and which one you might be.

The Home Time Hero

You can’t deny this person the title. Isn’t it a dream leaving on time when you’ve had a busy day, to rush home and put your feet up? The home time hero will be out the door on the dot, every night. You can choose to sit back and watch or join them to beat the traffic.

The Morning Person

The name says it all, this person either loves the morning or is just rather loud first thing. It’s quite possible they have had 3 coffees already or they might just be really happy to see you. That’s for you to decide.

The Cake Maker

Our personal favourite. The office cake maker has a special place in our hearts, they bring in homemade bakes and cakes and they always taste so good. No matter the day or if you’re counting the calories, there’s always space for a slice of cake.

The Pen Stealer

This is quite a broad category and from time to time you might be a pen thief yourself. But we have those colleagues who wonder over, use OUR pen and make a note and you know you’ll never see your favourite pen again.

Tip – Keep a drawer full of pens, just in case.

The Netflix Expert

Another great person to have in the office. You’ll never need to scroll through Netflix again, because this person has done it for you. They’ve watched the films and have some recommendations for you. So, all you have to do is sit back, watch and enjoy.

The Messy Desk

Our advice – don’t leave paper on the messy desk as chances are it will never be found again. This person will be known for a messy desk but will claim they can find everything and that it’s the perfect way to file. Who are we to argue their logic?

The Tea Extraordinaire

If you’re busy, having a bad day or just need a good cuppa, it’s important to call this person in to make you the best drink you’ve had all day. The right amount of milk and sugar to cheer you up and make the day that little bit better.

After reading our list – which one are you and who do you work with?

2019 Blogs

Are you prepared for your upcoming exhibition?

Post author By Rap Industries
Post date October 1, 2019

The question of the day – Are you prepared for your upcoming exhibition?

An exhibition or event really gives you and your business the time to shine, it’s vital that you have everything in place to showcase yourself in the best possible light. Whilst preparation is a huge part of exhibiting, you may as well go overboard and ensure your design and plans are perfect.

The pressure when planning can build but at the end of the show, each exhibitor is looking for the same thing – new customers and new relationships.

To make sure you haven’t missed a thing, we’ve made a list of some things to think about to ensure you are prepared for your upcoming tradeshow, event or exhibition.

Build the stand

Take it from us, completing a dry run before the big day will be incredibly useful. There are several reasons why you should be building the stand before you attend the event: –

If the stand is new to you, it’s important to get your head around the technique needed to have a polished professional display. Doing a practice will allow you to understand how it connects and how to attach any graphics to create a seamless look.
The last thing you need is to get to the event and see the print is wrong or the stand isn’t the right size. Thoroughly checking over the text and print is also key.
Time is always of the essence. Time yourself to see how long it takes, this way you won’t be rushed or surprised with the time it takes to have your display looking perfect.

Promoting

You might be thinking – my stand will do the promoting. Which of course is correct, but you also need to consider the marketing of the event before you attend. Let your customers know your attending and invite them to come and visit your exhibition stand.

Social media, word of mouth and emails are great ways to get the word out there. All the platforms give the opportunity to promote where you will be, the event you are attending and why they should be coming to see you. What will your stand offer? Where will you be located? And finally, let them know you can’t wait to meet them.

Plan who will be attending

This is the time to pick carefully. The team you choose to attend the event will be representing the company. It’s crucial your team are well trained, understand your products or services and love speaking to people.

There’s a saying people buy from people, and we agree. An event gives you the floor to flaunt your product and gain interest with the end game of growing your business and building on your clients. Pick your exhibition team with care and ensure they will welcome guests to the stand, making them feel at ease and comfortable.

Double check your to-do list

It’s without a doubt that you will have a list as long as your arm (if not longer). An exhibition to-do list has many check boxes and will continue to grow as your requirements begin to build.

A to-do list is great, it provides a sense of organisation and gives a clear indication of what you have left to complete. However, we cannot stress enough that you must check, check and check again. You’re so busy, mistakes are easy to make and it’s crucial the day runs as smoothly as possible.

So, check through your list, make sure it is all completed and most importantly you haven’t missed anything off!

Travel

Only a minor thing and will only take 10 minutes or so. But make sure you know where you are going and the route you will take. Whether you plan to drive or take public transport, map out your journey with any stops, connections or alternations needed to make sure you arrive on time.

If you’re late this could eat into the time you require to build your display stand.

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Changing your exhibition stand from old to bold.

Post author By Rap Industries
Post date September 1, 2019

How will you change your exhibition stand from old to bold? Adding, tweaking, styling and creativity is a great place to start.

With the exhibition season in full swing, you’ll be attending trade shows and events to promote your business and services. As you step around the exhibition hall, you’ll see extravagant stands, smaller spaces and quirky set ups.

All of which will pack a punch in their own way, just make sure you don’t miss out on the opportunity to wow your potential customers and make an impact.

It doesn’t matter if your stand is old or new, cost effective tweaks can be made to create a breath-taking stand to steal the show. Take full control of planning for this summer’s events and ramp up your creativity to get the result you desire.

We’re here to share some trade secrets, from tips, designs and stand creations. So, let us walk you through some options to transform, build and sculpt your dream stand.

Reuse Your Stand

Dig out your old stand and reuse it. You made an investment when you originally purchased the stand, so why not get the use out of it?

Replacing the printed graphics is a cost-effective way to give the illusion you have a new stand. Adding replacement graphics gives you the chance to rework your message, style and stand colours. Being sure to update any relevant business information, logos and addresses.

Bespoke it

If time and budget is on your side. The complete bespoke route is an amazing journey to take. This is where you sit down, make some drawings and really design what you want and make your vision a reality.

Allowing you to see no limitations and being as extravagant or as under stated as you so wish. You hold all the cards to create a unique and individual display.

Deluxe Upgrade Kits

Each of the Streamline and Pop Up Stands come supplied with a carry case. Enabling you to take the stands from venue to venue with no fuss. Don’t let the plain black fool you when it comes to the carry case, it can be more than just a case.

The deluxe kit consists of a printed graphic wrap and printed acrylic top. Both of which can be added to the carry case, transforming this into a branded podium/counter. If the lights are included, these are perfect to add to the main display.

Stand accessories

Adding new stand accessories is another way to bring changes to your overall stand look. Even if you’re using the same display stand, adding new accessories can rejuvenate your stand design and ensure you don’t look the same for each event.

Incorporating new print and artwork on to something as simple as a roller banner or printed plinth, could be just enough to make a difference.

Regardless of your budget or stand design, there’s always a way to add something new, change what you have and create a new display.

2019 Blogs

How to make an impact at an exhibition

Post author By Rap Industries
Post date August 1, 2019

The expectation of each exhibition you attend is to gain some return, hoping that you can welcome some new customers and start building new relationships.

How do you make that happen? It starts with your exhibition stand and what people can see, first impressions count and your stand design will be the first thing they notice. Taking the time to consider your stand layout, content and accessories will be worth your while as a well designed stand with some quirky features is sure to get you noticed.

Looks alone will not carry you through the event, so we’ve put a few pointers down on how to make an impact at your event this year. Some are subtle but can make all the difference to your stand performance.

Choose the right stand for your space

Seems like a simple thing, doesn’t it? But whilst using your stand space is great it’s important to not over crowd your stand space. This way your potential customers can admire and take in all of your stand and still have the room to move around and chat with you.

It’s also just as important to not under dress your stand, if you have a smaller space and feel worried about what to add, there are so many slimline and smaller print options which can still pack a punch.

Pictures speak a thousand words…

This couldn’t be more true. We’re using this term in reference to your artwork, your artwork is going to be printed on to the main feature in your space so it needs to be right. What show are you attending and why are you there? Ask yourself these questions and bare them in mind when putting your artwork together and portraying this message across to potential customers.

Make your stand approachable

An approachable stand can be achieved in a number of ways, a warm presence and happy attendees is always a great start. Being approached by an up beat person who is ready to talk (without being pushy) works wonders on gaining interest in your stand and products. Even handing out leaflets and information on the edge of your stand is a subtle way to be approached and gives you an opening to strike up those all important conversations.

Promote your attendance

If you have social media pages, websites and other channels to reach your current and new customers – use them wisely. Let them know you will be attending, this is a great opportunity to spread the word and take advantage of your online presence. Post the exhibition details, making it eye catching and interesting so more people are engaging and hopefully this could go to some way of boosting your stand visitors.

Don’t forget to get in touch with customer via email aswell, not everyone is online and you wouldn’t want anyone to miss out!

2019 Blogs

Office Partitions Made Easy!

Post author By Rap Industries
Post date March 1, 2019

Let’s talk office partitions!

Freestanding, portable, acoustic, dry wipe, printed – and that’s just to name a few. Open plan offices and floor spaces were a thing, but it seems we’re coming back around to sectioned offices and privacy compartments.

Each company or office will have their own idea of what works and what doesn’t, some love open plan and some love a good office partition. Both are available to you, adding partitions to an office, doesn’t mean you have to close everything off and shut yourself away. With a range of different solutions, a lot can be achieved, let us show you how…

Acoustic Screens

Perfect for a loud office and helps reduce the hustle and bustle of a busy environment. These screens have a foam interior to absorb the unwanted to noise to keep productivity high and distractions at a minimum. Not only helping with the noise but providing each department with a little more privacy, to get heads down and stuck in to their work load.

Pinnable Screens

Resembling the same exterior as a general partition, and still looking great in the office with your chosen fabric. The core has been created to accept pins, so you can go ahead and attach your information, photos and office notices. The finished product is a 2 in 1, a partition and notice board. Afterall, we all love a dual-purpose product!

Printed Partitions

This is where the fun begins. A printed screen is basically a blank canvas and can be designed with anything and everything you desire. Add a splash of bold colour and interesting artwork to flow through the office and bring the personalities alive. Any artwork added is completely custom, you can add any colour, logo or image to create a unique partition.

Vision Partitions

A partition mix up – A partition with a window! Sounds great, right? Offering you the noise barrier you may require as well as making the most of the natural day light and keeping the office bright. A great solution if your vision is a 50/50 office, providing a great compromise between open plan and closed spaces.

An added benefit is you have the choice of acoustic to vision ratio!

Dry Wipe Screens

Doodle as you work or make important notes – either is fine with us! Another dual-purpose product, this is suitable for closing off an area or if you require a portable solution for training, the dry wipe screen can work wonders. Wheel in and out when required – lock the castors in place when in situ and the notes made can be transferred around the office or left in place for the next session.

Hopefully you now have a good foundation to start your research. Think about style, budget and how you will use the screen – let the shopping commence!

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Fabric displays and why you should give them a go!

Post author By Rap Industries
Post date February 1, 2019

As 2019 unravels, new exhibition designs and stands are being advertised and promoted to grab some attention and show you what’s new and in trend.

Pop ups and modular displays are the little black dress of the exhibition world – never goes out of fashion and will save you when nothing else works. But sometimes it’s okay to venture outside of your comfort zone and try something new – who knows, you might just love it!

If you haven’t already heard, here’s what you need to know :-

A fabric exhibition display with an internal metal structure which creates the shape and main body of the stand. Your chosen graphic will be printed on to a stretch fabric which fits over the structure like a glove and zips at the side to complete the look.

The overall finish shows a seamless canvas with a double-sided print on most options. Providing you with double the artwork and double the advertising room – which is always an upside.

This begs the question why should you choose a fabric display?

We say – Why not? With the exhibition stand market always growing with new solutions and options, it pays to try something new and hit your target audience with a new vision. Change keeps things new, fresh and exciting.

A major factor is the seamless finished product, meaning your final design will have no joins and will show your artwork as 1 continuous design. Seen as an advantage by many to ensure the exhibition display is flawless, neat and paints the perfect message.

Fabric Counter

With a range of fabric displays from stands, pop ups, arches, booths and banners, your stand will never end. Thinking ahead is the aim of the game and you always want to adapt, change and add items to your stand, another thing which is made easy by the fabric options available to you.

2019 Blogs

New you, New year, New displays.

Post author By Rap Industries
Post date January 2, 2019

As the saying goes, New Year, New you. But this year it sounds to us more like New year, new display – and what we mean is a new year is the best time to refresh your displays and get you set for the year ahead.

Starting the year out on the right foot is important especially when it comes to your yearly shows and events. It’s time to upgrade, refresh or completely restyle your display boards with a brand new look.

Just like printed displays you’ll be spoilt for choice which makes the decision process harder than ever, we’ll break it down for you with facts and features – Now let’s get the ball rolling…

Folding Display Boards

A light, compact and simple system. Perfect for a low traffic area and requires minimal assembly, meaning you can be up and running in a matter of minutes.

The display folds away nice and neatly and can be carried away in a padded storage bag. Just because the folding display offers a simple design, this doesn’t mean the colour has to be – choose from an array of fabrics to brighten up your display. Additional to this choose a pinnable or loop nylon fabric- another option to make the choice that much harder.

Panel and Pole Systems

The name says it all – a display system consisting of panels and poles!

The beauty of this system is the flexibility, you can use as many panels as you need to create your vision. All you have to do is link them together and you’re good to go. The selection of small and large panels opens you up to a number of possibilities and makes the design great for each stand space or area you come across.

The boards are finished in a loop nylon fabric, allowing you to complete your display with posters, photos or new product information.

Build your own

Display board flexibility at its finest. The build your own option allows you to choose everything from your panel sizes, poles, headers and accessories. Finished in 1 of many loop nylon fabric colours or create your very own artwork for a complete custom printed panel or full display.

Building your own makes the display your own design and allows you to create a display perfect for you. Due to the unique design of the poles you have 4 hanging points for the boards so the shapes and configurations you can create are huge.

This should be enough to get you started – Let’s get creating!