2009 SGIA Expo Online Recap is Available

Fairfax, Virginia - The 2009 SGIA Expo (New Orleans, October 7-9) showcased the broadest range of innovative technologies and applications in the specialty imaging marketplace. Read all about the Expo in our online recap.

2009 SGIA Expo Highlights:

• Innovative Technology   
• Expert Advice Zones & Education   
• Industry Events
• Golden Image Gallery

More than 14,000 specialty imagers made their way to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans to preview hundreds of exhibitors' latest products. Industry experts demonstrated the newest advancements in high-production digital and screen print devices as well as direct-to-garment, special effects and post-print finishing tools.

"The specialty imaging community is using emerging technology to open up new markets and bring new value to existing customers," said Michael Robertson, SGIA's President and CEO. "Expo attendees had the opportunity to experience all of the advancing technologies, creative applications and total solutions that are driving our industry."

Attendees also discovered new business strategies and connected with industry peers in 50-plus educational sessions, Expert Advice Zones and industry networking events. For more details about the 2009 SGIA Expo, visit SGIA.org, Keyword: SGIAExpo. The 2010 SGIA Expo will be held in Las Vegas, October 13-15.

SGIA - Supporting the Leaders of the Digital & Screen Printing Community "Specialty imaging" comprises digital imaging, screen printing and the many other imaging technologies SGIA members use, including those they'll tap in the future. These are the imaging processes and technologies employed to create new products and to enhance existing products including point-of-purchase displays, signs, advertisements, garments, containers and vehicles.

SGIA press releases and artwork are available at SGIA.org.

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