Inspiration

Roland DG customers are some of the most imaginative and creative people we've ever met. To support your creativity and need for inspiration,we have created a selection of blog entries to help you get inspired and excited about creating your next vehicle wrap, sign, custom graphic or prototype. The following content ranges from fun articles and infographics to customer interviews and print news.

History of Signs Infographic

26 May 2021 Ben Fellowes Inspiration , Featured , Inkjet Printers & Printers/Cutters , UV Printing history of signs, sign infographic, history of signs infographic, history infographic, design history infographic, historical infographics, timeline infographic, history timeline infographics, sign design, origins of signs, history of signage, pub signs, history of pub signs, the barber shop pole, worlds biggest sign, neon signs, history of neon signs

In this detailed, visually exciting, and historically engaging infographic, Roland DGA has provided historical highlights from the entire history of signage. Taking you on a graphical journey from cavemen to the latest, advanced sign technology, this is a great info resource if you need some some design facts to impress your friends and tutors, or you were ever wondering about where signs came from and how signage has evolved.

A to Z of Printing: "W" is for Wrapping Unique Vehicles

26 May 2021 Ben Fellowes A-to-Z of Printing , Inkjet Printers & Printers/Cutters , Featured , Inspiration vinyl wrap, vinyl wrapping, wrapping vehicles, vehicle wrap, vehicle wrapping, tank wrap, excavator wrap, boat wrap, snowmobile wrap, tuk tuk wrap, firetruck wrap, snowboard wrap, paddleboard wrap, dirtbike wrap, motorcross bike wrap, atv wrap, food truck wrap, roland dga, roland dg, large format printing, large format graphics

Ask the man in the street what a vinyl wrap is, and they’ll probably tell you that it’s “when someone changes the color of a car or puts graphics on a car.” And while that is true, every good sign and graphics provider knows that there is so much more to be wrapped than just cars and trucks. In this wrap showcase, we are sharing some standout wraps of alternative vehicles, beyond cars and trucks – all produced with Roland DG printers.

10 Minute Shop Talks— Greatest Hits Volume 1

13 April 2021 Roland DGA Inkjet Printers & Printers/Cutters , Featured , Marketing Expertise , Inspiration large format printing, truevis, printers, printer cutters, sticker printing, wall graphics, print in education, teaching print and design, facebook live print interviews, roland dga customers, print users, printing solutions, museum printing, action sports printing, cannabis printing

Over the past year, the Roland DGA Corporation Facebook page has been broadcasting Facebook Live interview videos. In the first of our video collections, you can meet some top Roland DGA sign and graphics customers who talk about the ways they’ve built their businesses with Roland DG equipment.

A-to-Z of Printing:"U" is for Umbrellas, Sun Shades, and Parasol Applications

23 February 2021 Ben Fellowes A-to-Z of Printing , Dye-Sublimation , Inkjet Printers & Printers/Cutters , Inspiration , UV Printing print on umbrellas, umbrella printing, custom umbrella, custom umbrellas, personalized umbrellas, print on sun shades, print on golf umbrellas, print on canopies, restaurant sun shade printing, covid 19 sun shade printing, outdoor print products, outdoor printing

Our latest a-to-z blog series outlines some of the different umbrella products you can add logos, custom patterns, messaging and personalized graphics to.

Specialize in Print Customization— 5 Small Businesses You Can Start Today!

26 January 2021 Ben Fellowes Featured , Marketing Expertise , Tips & Tricks , UV Printing , Inkjet Printers & Printers/Cutters , Cutters , Inspiration product personalization, product customization, print accessory, print apparel, print decor, print electronics, print t-shirt, small business customization, small business personalization, start a print business, starting a print business, start a customization business, print on fabric, print on apparel, print on iphone cases, print on face masks, photo printing

While there are many people trying to make money in online customization, there’s no reason why you can’t find your own path through the ecommerce crowds. The following blog shares some helpful advice to those starting out in personalization and customization— suggesting a more strategic approach to graphics personalization and outlining 5 niche business markets you could find success in with Roland DG technology.

Top 10 Richard Childress Racing NASCAR Schemes— Austin Dillon, Tyler Reddick and Anthony Alfredo Reveal Their Favorites

04 November 2020 Ben Fellowes Inkjet Printers & Printers/Cutters , Inspiration nascar schemes, nascar racing schemes, chevvy racecars, chevrolet racing cars, richard childress racing, austin dillon, tyler reddick, anthony alfredo, coca cola car, vehicle wraps, vehicle wrap, racecar wrap, truevis printer, large format printers, digital printing

The NASCAR season comes to a close this weekend having continued to entertain fans despite the challenges to live sporting events in 2020. As a company that supplies large format printer solutions, we especially love the “color of NASCAR" so we’re sharing the favorite racecar graphics of Austin Dillon, Tyler Reddick, and Anthony Alfredo, as well as favorite color schemes from members of the RCR Graphics Center team.

BeginRight Employment Services

21 October 2020 Ginny Mumm Featured , Marketing Expertise , Inkjet Printers & Printers/Cutters , Dye-Sublimation , Inspiration bt-12, dtg, direct to garment printing, apparel printing, t shirt printing, custom apparel, custom t shirts, t-shirts, tshirts, custom facemasks, printing on facemasks, business logo, logo printing, corporate logo

If you have a business that creates corporate giveaways or wants to expand its brand to include apparel and giftware, Roland DGA has the ideal solution in the BT-12 direct-to-garment printer to help you print on t-shirts, tote bags, facemasks and more. Read about BeginRight Employment services and see how they created custom logo apparel with the BT-12.

Why Green and Orange are the New Colors of Print Production

06 October 2020 Ben Fellowes Inkjet Printers & Printers/Cutters , Featured , Software , Inspiration orange ink, green ink, print inks, ink sets, large format printing, truevis, tr2, roland dga, digital printing, latest print technology, versaworks 6, print software, print rip, pantone print matching

Almost overnight, Green and Orange ink has shaken things up a bit in large format printing, and not just for Roland DGA, but for the industry as a whole. See why you no longer have to make do with "near enough” or "it'll do" color with these opinions from Roland DGA customers and print experts.

Infographic: 4 Great Reasons to Start a Home Based Business

07 August 2020 Ben Fellowes Inspiration , Featured , Marketing Expertise home based business, business start up, starting a business, startup business tips, business infographic, starting a business infographic

If you're thinking of starting a home based business, take a look at some easy-to-absorb facts about the many benefits and advantages of running your own business. Get inspired to be your own boss with eye-opening data and info in this fun infographic that offers four great reasons why you should start a home-based business today.

A-to-Z of Printing: “T” is for Ties, Scarves, and Bandana Accessories

29 June 2020 Ben Fellowes A-to-Z of Printing , Dye-Sublimation , Featured , Inspiration custom ties, dye-sub ties, personalized ties, custom bandanas, personalized facemasks, dye sublimated scarves, fashion scarves, fashion hijab, custom snoods, custom neck gaiters

From fashion items like bow ties and scarves, to an essential new need for bandanas and face accessories, get inspired to tap into a whole new world of custom accessories with this revealing blog post about the latest dye-sublimated applications.