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Recognition Review Engraver's Journal A&E Magazine Printwear
March 2010

Johnson Plastics Celebrates 40 Successful Years
2010 represents a landmark year for Johnson Plastics as they celebrate 40 years of successful business growth. Founded in 1970 as a distributor of sign supplies, the company has become one of the world’s leading distributors of products and equipment for the engraving, recognition and sublimation industries.
Known for its large product inventory, quick delivery and knowledgeable, responsive customer service, the company was founded to “meet the needs of our customers by providing exceptional service, product quality, and value,” says Tom Johnson, company founder. “We continue to strive to improve our skills, systems, service, and products to exceed customer expectations,” he adds.
Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Johnson Plastics has seven additional offices strategically located in Atlanta, Georgia; Concord, California; Carrolton, Texas; Columbus, Ohio; Algonquin, Illinois; Phoenix, Arizona; and Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
A regular participant in major industry trade shows, Johnson Plastics is a leader in providing new and innovative products, fabrication services, technical support educational seminars and magazine articles for their customers. They market their product lines through their on-line Engraving Products and Sublimation Product catalogs (www.johnsonplastics.com), as well as printed catalogs which can be obtained by calling 1-800-869-7800.
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Johnson Plastics Launches New, Improved Website
Johnson Plastics has launched a new, improved website designed to make it easier for customers to find and order the materials, supplies and equipment they need to succeed. The new user-friendly site has been tested during the past few months and the entire site is now live.
Customers are now able to access Johnson Plastics’ extensive Engraving and Sublimation product catalogs and fabrication services, place orders and see what’s on sale with point-and-click ease from a single, visually pleasing home page. They can also find detailed product information and pricing, download technical product sheets, and get Johnson Plastics and industry news quickly and easily using well-organized drop-down menus.
While most of the bugs should be out of the system, users should expect some additions and alterations in the site as designers identify and correct glitches that are bound to occur. The website will be updated frquently and maintained regularly to keep it current and relevant for engravers and sublimaters. Customers should check it often for product announcements, special offers and multiple rotating promotions
Bookmark the new website. Johnson Plastics welcomes your comments, contact them at 800-869-7800 or service@johnsonplastics.com
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New Sublimatable Wallets From Johnson Plastics
Johnson Plastics has added three new wallets to their growing line of sublimatable gift items --just in time for the holiday season.
Their new checkbook-size wallet is constructed of black pebbled leatherette with a large 3” x 7.25” white sublimatable panel and features a zippered coin purse, several slots for credit cards, a checkbook holder and snap closures. There is also a new black trifold wallet of smooth leatherette with large pocket for bills and slots for credit cards, photo ID and a 4.625” x 3.375” white panel for sublimation.
For those who prefer fabric, there is a blue denim wallet with snap opening, separate zippered change pocket, full-size bill pocket, credit card slots, a convenient photo ID holder and 2.875” x 4.625” white panel for sublimation.
All three wallets are currently in stock and ready to ship in time for holiday gift-giving.
Contact them at 800-869-7800 or service@johnsonplastics.com
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Johnson Plastics Adds Unisub's new ChromaLuxe Action Easels
Johnson Plastics is pleased to announce the addition of Unisub's dynamic new ChromaLuxe Action Easels to their growing line of sublimatable products for photographers. This unique product combines a posed action photo with the appropriate sport ball and a powerful motion effect to make every player look like a powerhouse athlete.
The new ChromaLuxe Action Easels make it easy to bring sports shots to life at a very affordable cost. They are sure to be a hit with sublimators and photographers who rarely offer “action shots” because of the difficulty of making them and high labor costs involved. Athletes of all ages will love seeing themselves portrayed as stars in these photo panels.
Action Easels (Part #UN5944) are currently available for basketball, baseball, golf, soccer, softball and tennis. They measure 8” x 10” and come twelve to a case. A free sport ball and “swoosh” set-up designs can be downloaded free at www.unisub.com.
Contact them at 800-869-7800 or service@johnsonplastics.com
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Johnson Plastics Adds Large Format Printer & Supplies
Johnson Plastics now offers large format sublimation systems and inks, featuring Sawgrass SubliM ink, and including Epson and Mutoh large format printers, Wasatch RIP advanced color management systems, and large format paper. Ideal for high volume production environments, large format systems allow you to sublimate much larger products and offer greatly reduced ink costs compared to small format systems. Whether you are already doing wide format, or are contemplating making the jump from small format, count on the sublimation experts at Johnson Plastics to help you get it right. Contact them at 800-869-7800 or service@johnsonplastics.com
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Johnson Plastics Adds ChromaLuxe Clear Silver Photo Panels
Johnson Plastics is pleased to announce that they have added Unisub's new Chromaluxe Clear Silver Photo Panels to their growing photo panel product line.
Ideal for amateur and professional photographers, these unique new high definition panels can be sublimated to reproduce photographs with a crisp and silvery look photographers have long wanted to obtain. The stunning results are presented in a modern-looking .045” thick photo panel, which gives the photo substance. The finished product is well preserved with first class physical properties including scratch and fade resistance, and an ultra smooth clear finish.
Johnson Plastics offers the ChromaLuxe Clear Silver Photo Panels in four sizes (11.5 x 11”, 8 x 10”, 11 x 14” and 16 x 20”), all with rounded corners. Mounting items are also available.
Contact them at 800-869-7800 or service@johnsonplastics.com
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Johnson Plastics Product Catalogs Now On-Line
Johnson Plastics has announced that their 2009 Engraving Products and Sublimation catalogs are now available on-line as well as in print. The on-line catalogs can be accessed at www.johnsonplasticscatalog.com; the printed catalogs were scheduled to be mailed late-February.
"The on-line catalogs have long been a dream at Johnson Plastics," said Tom Johnson, JP President and CEO. "They'll will make it easier than ever for our customers to see all that we have to offer."
The new Engraving Products catalog features engraving materials and supplies for rotary and laser engraving, as well as sign frames and holders, findings, magnets and pins, and custom fabrication services. The Sublimation Catalog offers a large selection of products for sublimation including plaques, awards, gifts and apparel for personalization, as well as inks, tapes and other supplies. Bookmark the on-line catalog at www.johnsonplasticscatalog.com. For a free copy of either or both printed catalogs, contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800.
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Johnson Plastics Named "Supplier of the Year" at ARA in Las Vegas
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Johnson Plastics, leading distributor of products and equipment for the engraving, sublimation and personalization industries, was honored with the industry's prestigious "Supplier of the Year" at the 2009 ARA International Awards Market in Las Vegas. The award was presented at the annual ARA Awards Gala by ARA president-elect BJ Bailey of Action Trophies, Carrolton, Texas. Johnson Plastics also won the Supplier of the Year award in 2007.
The award winner was determined by ARA retail members who completed an online survey in which they were asked to name two outstanding ARA supplier members, one for single location and one for multiple locations. Retail members were then asked to rate the top five nominees in each category. Johnson Plastics, which has eight locations around the U.S. was the multiple location winner.
A customer service based company, Johnson Plastics distributes many well-known brands of material including Rowmark and Innovative Plastics engraving materials, JRS sign holders and frames, magnetic sheeting and tape, Unisub sublimatable products, and Sawgrass and ArTanium sublimation inks. They also offer custom fabrication and accessory and fabrication tools for engravers and sublimators.
For information about Johnson Plastics and their product lines, call 800-869-7800.
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Johnson Plastics Adds Basic Tee's in Toddler Sizes
Now the whole family can war sublimated Vapor Basic T's, thanks to Johnson Plastics. the company recently added the Basic T's for sublimation in toddler sizes S (24 months), M (3T) and L (4T). These toddler-size 100% spun polyester shirts deliver the look and feel of organic cotton with the wickability of advanced poly-performance fibers. Great for daycare and preschool events, family reunions and gifts, comes in Brighter White with two needle double-stitch seams and four thread over-lock for extra strength in hem seams. See all of JP's sublimatable apparel in their new on-line catalog at www.johnsonplasticscatalog.com. To place an order, contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800.
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New Rowmark Framing System from Johnson Plastics
Johnson Plastics is pleased to offer the new signage system from Rowmark, a new division of Rowmark. The new signage system includes standoffs, easel systems and screw caps to make it easier than ever to make your signage stand out. The new, easy-to-assemble interior architectural signage products offer a clean, upscale look that is compatible with classic or contemporary styles. For complete information or to place an order, contact Johnson Plastics at 800-869-7800.
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Johnson Plastics Introduces Sublimatable Grocery Bag & Seat Cushion
Johnson Plastics has introduced two new products for sublimation. Their new sublimatable "Go Green" reusable grocery bag is just what a growing number of shoppers are looking for. The new bag is green in color to support the "Go Green" movement, and has a natural panel on one side for sublimating store logos, photos or personal, promotional or environmental messages. Made of heavy duty 100% polyester material, the gusseted bag is 15"H x 14"W x 7 1/2"D and has a rigid bottom and heavy duty carrying handles. It folds for storage to a tidy 6 1/2" x 8" using snap flaps with carrying handles exposed.
A new sublimatable stadium cushion, available just in time for the fall sports season, is bound to be a popular gift item for sports fans. Constructed of heavy duty 100% polyester material it has a 1 3/4" foam center and carrying handle. The cushion fabric is black with white on one side for personalizing with corporate or team logos, slogans, mascot photos, and more. Both new products are in stock and ready to ship from Johnson Plastics warehouses. For more information or to place an order, call 800-869-7800.
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