The display industries have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by providing an array of solutions to help retailers insure that their stores are safe for customers and employees.
From display stands that support important informational signs and hand sanitizers to acrylic shields at the register and floor graphics designed to promote social distancing, display firms are playing an important role in today’s unprecedented retail environment.
Our upcoming April/May issue will present a selection of these display products designed to enhance retailers efforts to maintain a safe environment in their stores.
To submit a COVID-19 display solution for consideration for the upcoming story, please email a description and image to us at (Web Site) larry@creativemag.com
Above All Advertising offers the Hyper Lumin™ Wireless Digital Signage Dispenser, a device that can display the advertising content and dispense the Sanitizer at the same time. Compared to the traditional Digital Signage, this smart device will garner a greater audience while allowing for closer and more meaningful messaging. The Content Management Server allows control of all wireless digital signage by any internet-connected computer. The automatic dispenser can dispense the hand sanitizer without touch to avoid any cross-infection. For more information, contact Above All Advertising, 6980 Corte Santa Fe, San Diego, CA 92121; (Web Site) www.abovealladvertising.net
Acrylic Source+ offers Register Shield+. These durable, lightweight shields prevent the spread of germs at checkout registers, restaurants and other critical contact areas. Easy to install, easy to clean, and made with high grade plastic materials (acrylic, polycarbonate, PETG) that are more impact resistant than glass yet retain the same optical qualities. AcrylicSource offers cut-to-size plastic shields, to custom built partition barriers and more. For more information, contact Acrylic Source+, 401 Exchange Drive, Arlington, TX 76011; (Web Site) www.acrylicsource.com
Airborne Visuals has introduced the Smart Digital Advertising Sanitizer Stand. It combines a touch-free sensor to dispense hand sanitizer solution and smart 1080 HD digital media player. Multimedia contents (photos, videos, selfies…) can be uploaded and managed anytime, anywhere using Cloud CMS software. Available in 10.1″ and 21.5″ sizes, it can be customized with logo branding options. It includes speakers and optional capacitive touch screen and HD camera. . For more information, contact Airborne Visuals, 1315 Walnut St., Philadelphia, Pa 19107; (Web Site) www.airbornevisuals.com
Airborne Visuals offers a Digital Sanitizer that combines smart multimedia content with a touch-free hand sanitizing dispenser solution. The kiosk can be instantly updated with fresh multimedia content including videos, news announcements, products, and advertisements. An optional touch screen with anti-microbial film is available. For more information, contact Airborne Visuals, 1315 Walnut St., Philadelphia, Pa 19107; (Web Site) www.airbornevisuals.com
AXIS Display Group has developed a kit of core safety components retailers, grocers, food service, banking, and other establishments can use to maintain safety, promote customer confidence, and ensure CDC compliance. Comprised of acrylic sneeze guards, safety cones, table tents and displays, floor stickers, window decals, curbside pickup sandwich boards, sanitizer dispensers and more, these items are available as a standard kit or for individual purchase. Bulk ordering, custom kitting, and channel distribution support is available. For more information, contact Axis Display Group, 8272 Douglas Ave., South Beloit, IL 61080; (Web Site) www.axisdisplaygroup.com
Azar’s new hanging adjustable acrylic shield provides protection for store customers and employees. The acrylic shields are iIdeal for supermarkets, pharmacies, banks and other stores. The shields hang from the ceiling with included hanging hardware.The chain is adjustable to specific height needs. For more information, contact Azar Displays, 80 W Century Road, Paramus, NJ 07652; (Web Site) www.azardisplays.com
Britten offers decals and signs that can be designed, printed, and shipped in 24- to 48-hours for social distancing. It offers Non-slip custom messaging and logos for distancing in busy checkout lines, aisles, and delis. It also offers freestanding displays for crowd control as well as hanging signs for health precautions. For more information, contact Britten, 2322 Cass Road, Traverse City, MI 49684; (Web Site) www.britteninc.com
Clarity Retail Services offers Door-Duck, a Hands-Free, Germ-Free, Door Handle for Feet. The 5-minute install requires no measuring; simply peel the liner off the back, align the handle to the bottom of the door and press to adhere. For more information, contact Clarity Retail Services, 11935 Tramway Drive, Cincinnati OH 45241; (Web Site) www.clarity-retail.com
Expolinc offers the InfoStand, which quickly and easily conveys important information and promote proper procedural behaviors. It is simple to setup, easy to update and relocate. It is stable & sturdy.Graphics are easy to reproduce. For more information, contact Expolinc, 1091 County Rd 26 PO Box 218, Marengo,OH 43334; (Web Site) www.expolinc.com
Focus America Group offers a facial recognition and body temperature measuring system with a LCD touch monitor for use indoors our outdoors. A brand message or logo customization is available. Product applications include store and restaurant entry areas, bars, etc. For more information, contact Focus America Group, 11956 Bernardo Plaza Drive, San Diego, CA 92128; (Web Site) www.focusdisplay.com
Harbor Retail offers Service Counter SHIELDS ideal for service counters at grocery, pharmacy and other retail applications. Shields are portable and store flat for easy use case changes. All options are manufactured in the USA and are ready to ship.Harbor also produces custom designs for specific applications. For more information, contact Harbor Retail, 14130 172 Ave., Grand Haven MI 49417; (Web Site) www.harborretail.com/covid-19-products/
K&S Wire Products offers a Sanitation Destination wire display. The display accommodates a Hand Sanitizer Dispenser. Wire Shelves and Pegs hold products for retail tie-in sales. The display features changeable side, shelf and header graphics. The unit’s heavy-duty base guards against tip-over. For more information, contact K&S Wire Products, (Tel) 417-451-2323; (Web Site) www.kandswiresolutions.com.
Marketing Impact Limited offers different styles of acrylic and Co-Poly counter shields to help retailers protect their staff and customers. Marketing Impact designs and produces custom counter shields for quick delivery. For more information, contact Marketing Impact Limited, 50 Planchet Road, Concord, Ontario, Canada L4K 2C7; (Web Site) www.displaypeople.com
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group offers Flags, sidewalk signs and banners to help retailers and restaurants communicate hours of operation, curbside pick up areas, delivery options and more. Orbus offers a wide variety of different banner stands and outdoor signage options. For more information, contact Orbus, 9033 Murphy Road, Woodridge, IL 60517; www.orbus.com
Peachtree Packaging & Display is manufacturing in-store dividers for retailers that promote social distancing to create a safer environment for customers. The corrugated dividers provide visual and physical cues to encourage customers to stay at least six feet apart. Corrugated in-store dividers are eye-level height and include custom shaped extensions to compliment current store fixtures. The displays are sturdy, easy to assemble and light enough to move to different locations based on the needs of businesses. Grocery stores can use the dividers to section high traffic open stock areas, such as those for produce, meat or dairy. They can also be used to enforce distancing guidelines in long lines or as markers in aisles to promote safe shopping practices. Along with being a physical reminder, the dividers can display key brand messages, plus tips for safe shopping. For more information, contact Peachtree Packaging & Display, 770 Marathon Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30046; (Web Site) www.peachtreepackaging.com
Popco’s SNAPRAIL™ supports clear, PVC, sneeze-guards for use in pharmacies and all types of retail stores. Popco’s suction cups are in stores supporting signs that announce limited hours or temporary closures. Its Magik Frames are used to post heath-procedures. For more information, contact Popco, 5405 Opportunity Court, Minnetonka, MN 55343; (Web Site) www.popco-usa.com
Sapp Products offers freestanding sanitizer dispensers which may be customized with store and brand graphics. A wide array of dispensers are available. For more information, contact Sapp Products, 318 Avenue I #863 Redondo Beach, CA 90277; (Web Site) www.sapproducts.com
Siffron offers Premier™ Metal Sign Frame Display Stand displays for posting important health messages. Frames quickly and easily mount to pole with integrated flat head screw.Two sign frame sizes are available: 8 1/2″ x 11″ and 11″ x 14″ (7 3/8″ W x 9 7/8″ H and 9 7/8″ W x 12 7/8″ H visible graphic area). Frames accept rigid material up to 1/8″ thick. The 5 lb 12″ square metal base provides stability. For more information, contact Siffron, 8181 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, OH 44087; (Web Site) www.siffron.com
Testrite Visual offers Automatic Hand Sanitizer Dispensers for display applications. The dispensers feature a sturdy steel base and aluminum. The Dispenser is available with or without a sign holder. For more information, contact Testrite Visual, 216 S Newman St, Hackensack, NJ 07601; (Web Site) www.testrite.com
VKF Renzel USA Corp. offers a Hanging Sneeze Guard with Poster Rails. It has a clear PETG plastic 24″ x 32″ sheet that slides into a set of top and bottom aluminum poster hanger rails using a set of rubber grippers. Simply attach the grippers to the top and bottom of the sneeze guard and then slide them into the poster rails. The poster rails have plastic end caps that flip open for easy access, and the top rail has adjustable sliding hangers for hanging the screen in front of checkout lanes, desks or counters. For more information, contact VKF Renzel USA Corp., 1311 Merrillville Road, Crown Point IN 46307; (Web Site) www.renzelusa.com
Avante has created a solution to secure premium retail placement while providing a beneficial health/safety service for consumers and staff. Introducing the “San-AD-tizer” With the TURN KEY media player service from Avante, the units arrive pre-loaded, tested and ready to play your message. A brand name, touchless, battery powered hand sanitizer is integrated into the display to create a compact retail re-entry solution for these trying times. For more information, contact Avante, Box 17 – 4725 Iris Road, Okanagan Falls, BC Canada; (Web Site) www.avantedisplays.com
Firebolt Group has developed several digital solutions to address Covid-19. These include: SafeQ – Retailers can create a virtual line for customers using a text-based system. Customers reserve a spot with their mobile phone and check-in virtually, instead of waiting in line. .Contactless Check-In – Online screening, mobile pass, and contactless temperature reading, and track results. Virtual Events – A complete event marketing platform to create engaging online events. For more information, contact Firebolt Group, 28059 Center Oaks Ct.,Wixom MI 48393; www.fireboltgroup.com, (Web Site) www.firebolthealth.com
W/M Display Group offers Hand Sanitizer Stands for all types of retail environments. The product line includes dispenser stands, pop-up hand wipe stands, dispenser stands with sign holders and drip trays, and a dispenser stand with a 1 gallon or 1/2 gallon pump stand. The stands are available in a wide variety of different colors. The units can also be customized for brand promotion. For more information, contact W/M Display Group, 1040 W. 40th St,. Chicago, IL 60609; (Web Site) www.wmdisplay.com
Curb Carts, a division of In-Store Experience, has introduced a line of carts that allow any retailer or restaurant to win at curbside. The carts have a large counter area for order fulfillment and returns processing. There are sneeze guard, PPE Dispenser and hand sanitizer options. Marketing panels in front and an optional awning cover provide strong branding. Heavy Duty locking casters allow for easy movement between inner store, vestibule, and parking lot. There is an option to include electricity to power remote POS systems, printers and charging for scanners. For more information, contact Curb Carts, 37 Franklin Street, Westport, CT 06880; (Web Site) www.instoreexperience.com, www.curbcarts.com
DSA Signage offers kiosk solutions for indoor and outdoor applications. The kiosks are available with UV Light Sanitization and Antimicrobial Protection Film to make them safe for customers. The Antimicrobial Film has a 12 month life, and eliminates the need for constant cleaning. Custom solutions are available to promote retail outlets and brands. For more information, contact DSA Signage, 16961 Central Avenue, Carson, CA 90746; (Web Site) www.dsasignage.com
Testrite Hanging Shields are easy to install and are cost effective. Designed for drop ceilings, every hanging shield order comes with a top and bottom gripper, clear graphic shield, and ceiling anchors. They are available in multiple sizes to suit a variety of applications, and an extremely economical price point allows placements throughout an office or retail environment. Retail stores can provide a safety barrier between associates and customers. For more information, contact Testrite Visual Products, 216 South Newman Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601; (Web Site) www.testrite.com
Lenovo Instorescreen is introducing The inTOUCH line of monitors for Kiosk, POS, and Digital Signage applications, in sizes ranging from 10.1″ up to 32″. inTouch monitors have an antimicrobial coating from Kastus on the front glass that kills bacteria and is proven to be effective against human Corona Virus. Once built-in to the glass during manufacturing, the Kastus glass/screen coating is designed to work for the lifetime of the product. For more information, contact Lenovo Instorescreen, 2338 Immokale Rd., Naples, FL 34110; (Web Site) www.instorescreen.com
With Darko’s proximity sensors, touchless screens, touchless capacitive buttons and voice or QR Code mobile solutions shoppers can trigger in-store activities without physical contact. Proximity sensors activate displays with a slight hand movement and offer multiple function control by waving hands at various proximity points. Contactless screens and capacitive buttons enable shoppers to active sound, video or product demonstrations by “hovering” over the area as opposed to pushing or swiping for interaction. As voice becomes more accepted in-home and the value of touch-less activities expands, it is also expected to generate wider adoption at retail. Darko’s voice enabled solutions allow shoppers & store associates to engage using a series of predetermined “cues” for delivery of product information or tutorials. These interactions occur via a closed connection or Wi-Fi enabled solution using key phrases that guide shoppers to a topic of interest including product information, store or category navigation, availability or on-line ordering and video demonstrations or reviews. Shoppers are increasingly using mobile devices as a product information resource, to watch demos & make transactions and now with a quick “code” snap, they can instantly be given the option to personalize their activity and control displays using in-store 3D bar codes. Darko also offers integration of antibacterial surface materials, coatings and Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation Lighting. For more information, contact Darko, 26401 Richmond Rd., Bedford Heights, OH. 44146; (Web Site) www.darkoinc.com
Captiva Innovations offers Lumière FlexTech Posters that draw attention to COVID – 19 safety messages. The illuminated displays can be preprogrammed with different animation sequences to attract shoppers attention. The displays can be battery operated or they can be plugged into a wall outlet. The illuminated posters are flexible and can be rolled for economical shipping. For more information, contact Captiva Innovations, Suite #7-7228 Winston St, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, V5A 2G9; (Web Site) www.captivainnovations.com