Wide Format Printing Services Phoenix
by PRI Graphics
PRI Graphics & Signs offers a diverse range of print solutions for wide format printing services, utilizing state-of-the-art printing equipment to meet your needs. Our flatbed printers can handle signage projects up to 8’ x 10’, while our roll-fed latex printers can produce prints up to 10’ wide. The versatility of wide format printing allows us to print on a variety of substrate materials such as acrylics, coroplast, PVC, and more.
Our custom printing projects include:
- Real estate signs
- Wayfinding signage
- Hanging banners
- Vehicle wraps & graphics
- Wall coverings
- Various large format graphics
Please email us or call 602-393-3131
to inquire about wide format printing services for your next project.
Understanding Wide Format (Large Format) Printing
Wide format printing, also known as large format printing, is a specialized printing process that produces large-scale graphics and images. This type of printing is essential for creating oversized materials that standard printers cannot handle.
Our wide format printers are capable of printing on materials that range from 18 inches to over 100 inches in width, making them ideal for producing high-impact visual displays.
Wide format printing employs advanced technology to deliver crisp, high-resolution images on various substrates, including paper, vinyl, fabric, and rigid materials like foam board, PVC, and acrylic. There are two primary types of wide format printers: roll-to-roll printers and flatbed.
Roll-to-roll printers are perfect for flexible materials such as banners and posters, while flatbed printers can print directly on rigid materials, making them suitable for signs and exhibition panels.
The versatility of wide format printing makes it indispensable across multiple industries. It is widely used for producing advertising materials like billboards, vehicle wraps, and point-of-purchase displays. Additionally, it is crucial for creating trade show graphics, architectural drawings, maps, and even custom wallpaper. This method allows businesses to create eye-catching visuals that can attract and engage customers effectively.
One of the significant advantages of wide format printing is its ability to maintain image quality at large sizes. Modern wide format printers utilize advanced inkjet technology, which can produce detailed images with vibrant colors and sharp text. Additionally, the use of UV, latex, and solvent-based inks ensures durability, making the prints suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
Projects in Print
Large format printing is ideal for creating large advertising products and offers extensive flexibility, contributing to its growing popularity. It accommodates large print surfaces, enabling commercial businesses to design and print oversized products. Using both flatbed and latex printers, we provide the freedom to produce a wide array of projects.
Here are some of the products we can create here at PRI Graphics & Signs:
- Signage Banners
- ADA Signs
- Interior Graphics
- Window Graphics
- Trade Show Displays
- Construction Signage
- Backlit Displays
- Wall Coverings
- Vehicle Graphics
- Wayfinding
- Canvas Prints
- Monument Signage
Examples of Our Work
- Curved Trade Show Display and Countertop Display: Created for Audubon Southwest.
- Construction Fence Banner: With wind slits for A.R. Mays.
- Office Lobby Sign: Designed for commercial real estate company Lee & Associates.
- Printed Clear Acrylic Panel Displays: For an organic market cafe.
- Smart Car Wrap: Featuring a trailer for Green Bikes.
- Large Window Graphics Wrap: For The Crayola Experience in Chandler, Arizona.
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Wide Format Printing FAQ
What Is a Wide Format Printer?
Wide format printers are commercial grade printing machines able to print materials between 18 - 100 in size. They are generally used for roll-2-roll materials such as poster paper or 3M vinyl wraps.
What Is Large Format Printing?
Large format printing is commonly also referred to as wide format printing, which is done by specialized commercial-grade printing equipment such as flatbed printers and roll-2-roll printers. These can print on large rigid materials and wide roll-2-roll materials.
What Is a Wide Format Printer Used For?
Wide format printers can be used to produce numerous commercial products such as posters, blueprints, vehicle wraps, wall coverings, and a variety of signage options.
How To Prepare Images for Large Format Printing?
When working with raster images (pixel-based graphics) it is ideal to have the dpi at least 150 and in most cases around 300-dpi for large format graphics such as vehicle graphics, wraps, and wall coverings.
How To Enlarge a Photo for Large Format Printing?
Properly enlarging photos can be done in design applications such as Adobe software like Photoshop or other CAD-based software such as CorelDraw.
What Does Wide Format Printing Mean?
Wide format printing consists of producing printed materials between 18 - 100 in sizing on commercial-grade printing machines such as flatbed printers and roll-2-roll printers.
What Is the Best Wide Format Printer?
The best wide format printer for the job will depend on the product you are looking to produce. If you are needing a vehicle wrap, then a commercial grade roll-2-roll machine will be best. If you are looking to have a Realty Sign printed, then a flatbed printer will be the best use for this application.
How Much Do Large Format Printing Services Cost?
The cost of large format printing will depend on the scope of your project. Most print companies that you reach out to will be able to give you a quote before submitting an order to be produced.
How To Prepare Files for Large Format Printing?
Most large format printers work with art files that are PDF (for vector-based graphics) or TIFF (for raster images). Design software such as the Adobe Creative Suite or other CAD software such as CorelDraw can be utilized to create your designs. It's always best to work with an expert in the field of graphic or print production design to ensure your project is created properly.
How To Prepare Images for Large Format Printing Photoshop?
The best image resolution for large format printing is to have your raster image resolution of at least 150dpi. For larger graphics such as vehicle wraps and wall coverings, a resolution of 300-dpi is recommended for the best quality.
What Is Large Format Digital Printing?
Large format digital printing consists of designs or artwork created digitally via design software or desktop publications that are then printed with commercial grade wide format printers such as flatbed printers or roll-2-roll printing machines.
Which Large Format Printer Is the Best?
The best large format printer for the job will depend on the product you are looking to produce. For instance, commercial-grade roll-2-roll printers are recommended for printing vehicle wraps. However, a flatbed printer is recommended for Realty Sign printing.
