Entries by Gilson

Gilson Posts Strongest 1st Quarter Sales in Company History

Despite a tumultuous start to 2020, Gilson posted the most significant 1st quarter sales in their 72-year history. Sales are up 8% over the same time period last year—a rarity in the printing and graphic arts industry. Some of the world’s largest commercial print operations have experienced significant declines in recent years, forcing long-time industry […]

Hosting Events in a Pandemic: Transforming the Virtual into Reality

How a little advanced planning can yield higher engagement for your next virtual event. Meeting with clients and prospects virtually vs. in-person has become somewhat the new normal. But a half-hour meeting is much different than a four-hour virtual event, such as the Gilson Annual Sales Meeting. With this meeting for 30+ sales and executive […]

Creative Spirits

Gilson pours on the creative thinking for Total Wine & More’s annual All-American Spirit in-store marketing campaign. When it comes to creativity, Gilson is known for making it a double. This was especially true for the recent All-American Spirit campaign for Total Wine & More retail locations, where Gilson executed not one, but two unique […]

A Legacy in The Making

A behind-the-scenes look at creating the award-winning GRCC Ford Fieldhouse Legacy Mural Facility signage can showcase a logo, give information, or point guests in the right direction. But sometimes, a project comes along that can inspire people in a much deeper way. The floor-to-ceiling-and-beyond graphics in the new Grand Rapids Community College Ford Fieldhouse do just […]

Riding Out The Storm

During a webinar on navigating the current pandemic crisis, our team watched a clip from the iconic movie Forrest Gump. If you’ve seen the movie, you certainly remember the scene: Lieutenant Dan is out in the middle of a hurricane, whooping and hollering right in the thick of the storm, while others are hunkered down […]

COVID-19 Prevention

Updated: March 23, 2020 at 1:21pm Gilson’s top priority remains the health and safety of our employees, our customers, and the consumers they serve. Based on the recommendations of the U.S. Homeland Security we have been informed by our Military, Food, Medical and Pharmaceutical clients that we are an “Essential Supplier” and must remain in operation now that the Governor’s office […]

How to Combat the Rising Cost of Paper

Everyone wants to get a great deal on paper and printing materials. With so many fun and exciting new print technologies, the need for custom signage, banners, and graphics is greater than ever. But the rising cost of paper and shipping can put a dent in your marketing plans. Don’t panic! There are plenty of […]

4 Large Format Applications You Need To Know

You might be missing out on large format printing opportunities that could take your business, marketing, and promotions to new heights–and sizes! Most people think of paper when they talk about printing, but large format printers open the doors to new ideas and substrates to solve creative problems for your retail displays, branded materials, or installations. You […]

Gilson Gets an Upgrade — VUTEk HS125 Pro from EFI

Gilson Graphics is excited to announce that we’ve added a new large format printer to our ranks. EFI’s VUTEk HS125 Pro has just been installed in our facilities and we’re eager to put it to work for our clients and customers. Adding this machine to our facilities means more output, more large format opportunities, and […]