There’s never been a better time to upgrade to an HP DesignJet large-format printer. Whether you’re producing high-quality color photos, POP signs, backlit, CAD drawings, GIS maps, or presentations, there’s an HP DesignJet printer that’s the perfect fit for your business.

Contact Paragon today for promotion details terms and expert advice. Call: 321-346-8400

• Purchase or lease a qualified product between January 1, 2023–March 31, 2023
• Let Paragon handle the paperwork for you!

Eligible trade-in products:

Any Canon, ENCAD, Epson, KIP, OCE, Seiko, Ricoh or Xerox 36- inch or greater technical, graphics or LED printer, MFP or copier
• HP DesignJet 200/220/230/250 36-inch or 42-inch series printer (24” series printers not eligible)
• HP DesignJet 330/350 series printer
• HP DesignJet 430/450/455/488 series printer
• HP DesignJet 500/500ps/510 42-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet T520/T525/T530 36-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 600/610/650c series printer
• HP DesignJet T610/T620 series printer
• HP DesignJet 700/750/755 series printer
• HP DesignJet T730 Printer
• HP DesignJet T770 series printer
• HP DesignJet T790/T795 series printer
• HP DesignJet 800/800ps 42-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 815MFP/820MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T920/T930 series printer
• HP DesignJet 1050/1055 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1100/T1100ps/T1120/T1120ps series printer
• HP DesignJet T1100MFP/T1120MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T1200 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1200 HD MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T1300 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1500/T1530 series printer
• HP DesignJet T2300 series printer
• HP DesignJet T2500 MFP/T2530 MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T3500 36-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 4000/4000ps/4500/4500ps series printer
• HP DesignJet 4020/4520 series printer
• HP DesignJet 4500 MFP/4520 MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T7100 series printer
• HP DesignJet T7200 Production Printer
• HP DesignJet 2000cp/2500cp/2800cp series printer
• HP DesignJet Z2100 series printer
• HP DesignJet Z2600 PostScript® Printer
• HP DesignJet 3000cp/3500cp/3800cp series printer
• HP DesignJet Z3100/Z3100ps series printer
• HP DesignJet Z3200 series printer
• HP DesignJet 5000/5000ps/5500/5500ps series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5200 PostScript® Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5400 PostScript® series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5600 PostScript® Printer
• HP DesignJet Z6100/Z6100ps Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6200 Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6600/Z6610 Production series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6800/Z6810 Photo Production series printer
• HP DesignJet SD Pro MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet HD Pro MFP series printer

Happy March! Or how it should be termed Happy Women’s History Month! The month celebrates the mass movements by ladies’ garment workers in 1909 for equal pay and rights. Women’s History Month celebrates women’s contribution to history and culture. Today, we discuss women in the printing sector, which still has a long way to go to claim as “gender-equal.”

Women’s barriers to entry in the printing industry

Inability to appreciate the talent

Over the years, women have become active participants in numerous industries. However, their involvement in the print industry is unsatisfactory. There are 37.76% of women to 62.64% of men in the printing industry. Many blame the failure to recognize new talent. Therefore, we must specifically focus on attracting female recruits.

Low self-confidence

Moreover, some women do not feel confident or comfortable in networking. In a society where women are often seen as inferior, they may inadvertently develop a low self-esteem. Women tend to compare themselves to their peers and fall short of their sometimes frivolous expectations. They become more cautious and unwilling to take risks or step out of their comfort zones. Another reason for their low self-esteem is, they tend to be rewarded for perfectionist tendencies and are unwilling to try out new activities that they may not be good at. This can cause them to miss out on incredible opportunities, or going into fields that are more male-dominated. Therefore, we need to present a safe environment where women can share their experiences and advise other women who wish to enter the print industry.

Glass ceiling

The term was introduced in the 1970s and mentioned that women have invisible barriers based on attitude. They also face daily corporate prejudices, making it difficult to be recognized or promoted in a male-dominated printing field. 

Toni is someone who did not let these obstacles stop her! Toni Oman is an influencer, and a sensational woman who has created a name for herself in the printing industry through her well-recognized business. 

Who is Toni Oman?

Toni Oman is a proud, and inspiring, co-founder of Paragon Visual LLC. She is dedicated to helping customers and partners with innovative solutions. Toni Oman is well-known in the printing industry for thinking outside the box, rather than offering traditional and repetitive recommendations. 

Toni Oman has gained experience through her years of working in the administrative field and the print industry. She is filled with creative marketing ideas that empower print clients to establish a competitive advantage.

Oman collaborates with clients with an open mind. She empathizes with them and understands their requirements to avoid conflicts. Her networking strategy has been immensely appreciated, resulting in business loyalty and repetitive customers. Due to her talents and insight, Toni Oman is adored by her social circle and clients.

When asked about professionalism, Toni Oman believes growth is its fundamental value. She believes growth can welcome and effect change positively. It boosts healthy competition in the industry. 

Now let’s learn more about her company—Paragon Visual

Hire Paragon Visual for your Printing & Service needs

Paragon Visual offers high-quality and professional Service, Printers/Plotters, and Printing Media to ensure that clients’ businesses can print quality in house projects that will attract customers, while saving money and time. The company quickly adapts dynamic industrial requirements, such as incorporating new sources and updated technology.

Through its owners, Paragon Visual has the knowledge to deliver expert advice and the right product to make their client’s vision a reality. They offer printers and/or media for projects such as signage, canvas printing, maps, vehicle wraps, trade-show advertisements and more at affordable rates. As Paragon Visual has grown they have recently opened a Service Division, becoming a one stop shop for all their client’s needs.

Paragon Visual was established in 2020, hoping to transfer our experience in printing to client appeasement. The business is located in Titusville Florida and prides itself on putting their customer’s needs above all other. For queries, feel free to contact their customer service team.

Paragon Visual will actualize your printing requirements! They practice an easy return policy and accept payment through all credit and debit cards. Call Paragon Visual at 321-346-8400.

With the holidays right around the corner we wanted to revisit printable wrapping papers. This is a PERFECT way to up your holiday gift giving game!

You can custom print your wrapping paper with our Magic WrapitAQ or our HP Satin Wrapping Paper!  It is so easy, as you can see in the video, and perfect for any occasion from birthdays to holidays. You can use this for yourself, or even sell your custom paper bringing you a new line of revenue. 

Why printable wrapping paper?

1. No special printer to purchase!
   • Easily print using your existing printer! (Latex and Aqueous compatible)
2. Your brand covering your gifts to make a lasting impression.
   • Everyone loves custom gifts, why not customize the paper they are wrapped in?
3. FUN and Easy!
   • Customize with photos and your own art. Use Canva or your favorite design app. Then PRINT!

If you have any questions about printable wrapping paper options, please call or email us we would love to speak with you!

customerservice@paragonwf.com or 321-346-8400

The best time to invest in an HP DesignJet large-format printer is now. With so many models and styles available, there’s sure to be one that meets your needs! Whether you need high quality color photos or just want a simple but effective way of producing presentations with clear graphics – we have what it takes for every business at the moment.

Contact Paragon today for promotion details terms and expert advice. Call: 321-346-8400

• Purchase or lease a qualified product between October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022.
• Submit the claim form and proof of purchase by January 31st 2023.
• IMPORTANT: Each claim must be accompanied by proof of purchase. Failure to attach will result in claim rejection.

Want more information? Fill out the form below and we would be happy to help you.

Eligible trade-in products:

• Any Canon, ENCAD, Epson, KIP, OCE, Seiko, Ricoh or Xerox 36-
inch or greater technical, graphics or LED printer, MFP or copier
• HP DesignJet 200/220/230/250 36-inch or 42-inch series
printer (24” series printers not eligible)
• HP DesignJet 330/350 series printer
• HP DesignJet 430/450/455/488 series printer
• HP DesignJet 500/500ps/510 42-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet T520/T525/T530 36-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 600/610/650c series printer
• HP DesignJet T610/T620 series printer
• HP DesignJet 700/750/755 series printer
• HP DesignJet T730 Printer
• HP DesignJet T770 series printer
• HP DesignJet T790/T795 series printer
• HP DesignJet 800/800ps 42-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 815MFP/820MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T920/T930 series printer
• HP DesignJet 1050/1055 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1100/T1100ps/T1120/T1120ps series printer
• HP DesignJet T1100MFP/T1120MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T1200 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1200 HD MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T1300 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1500/T1530 series printer
• HP DesignJet T2300 series printer
• HP DesignJet T2500 MFP/T2530 MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T3500 36-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 4000/4000ps/4500/4500ps series printer
• HP DesignJet 4020/4520 series printer
• HP DesignJet 4500 MFP/4520 MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T7100 series printer
• HP DesignJet T7200 Production Printer
• HP DesignJet 2000cp/2500cp/2800cp series printer
• HP DesignJet Z2100 series printer
• HP DesignJet Z2600 PostScript® Printer
• HP DesignJet 3000cp/3500cp/3800cp series printer
• HP DesignJet Z3100/Z3100ps series printer
• HP DesignJet Z3200 series printer
• HP DesignJet 5000/5000ps/5500/5500ps series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5200 PostScript® Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5400 PostScript® series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5600 PostScript® Printer
• HP DesignJet Z6100/Z6100ps Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6200 Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6600/Z6610 Production series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6800/Z6810 Photo Production series printer
• HP DesignJet SD Pro MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet HD Pro MFP series printer

Introduction

When it comes to purchasing capital equipment, one of the most difficult decisions is whether to buy or lease. Most business people are perplexed when addressing this question. So, don’t believe you’re the only one who has these kinds of doubts.

Buying is often less expensive if you consider terms of the life of the item, but leasing involves much lesser cash up front, placing a bit less impact on cash flow. Buying provides you greater freedom to change or sell machines as required, although leasing may provide more possibilities for staying current with cutting-edge technology. In this article, we will try to explain all these opinions in-depth and clear up any confusion about whether leasing is beneficial for capital equipment purchases.

Top benefits of leasing capital equipment for your business

Lower Maintenance Costs

This specific benefit is sometimes overlooked when assessing the benefits of leasing capital equipment. All you have to do is pass the expense of equipment upkeep to the leasing firm. Normally, the cost is substantially lower and can save you a lot of trouble later. Dealing with the additional expenditures associated with repairs is therefore effectively outsourced, allowing you to cross this item off your to-do list.

Flexibility with Easy Upgrades

The most realistic fact of our present era is the use of technology. Every day, it is evolving. Although this is beneficial to the progress of the company, it does come at a cost. With each upgrade, older equipment becomes obsolete in the market, while fresh equipment gradually rises to become must-haves. In such cases, in order to stay on top of the game, you usually end up purchasing newer technology, which costs a significant amount of money.

Unlike when you buy an item, most leases allow you to upgrade as part of your agreement. Not only does this feature provide significant cost savings for the company, but it also eliminates the need to dispose of outdated equipment because it is returned to the lessor. If there is still any economic residual in these returned assets, there may be a chance to exchange it for a discount on newer versions.

Capability to work on one-time projects

Leasing equipment might be quite useful if you want to use it for a one-time project or event. Instead of purchasing a piece of equipment and spending all of your money all at once, you may lease the equipment and save a lot of money.

Increase Budget Flexibility

This is a no-brainer point to cover, but it is the most important one at the end of the day. One of the most significant advantages of leasing capital equipment rather than purchasing is that you avoid the huge upfront capital commitment. Instead, you may convert this capital expenditure to an operational expense, which is quite beneficial for accounting purposes.

Conclusion

Equipment leasing has several advantages and is an efficient mechanism for businesses to handle the overall operational costs. If a corporation needs equipment that requires periodic updates, decreases taxable revenue, or improves cash flow, then equipment leasing is a viable choice. Before making a choice, be sure you comprehend the underlying business scenario. 

We are here to assist you through our partners with any questions you have on leasing.

A few examples of equipment eligible for leasing:

The best time to invest in an HP DesignJet large-format printer is now. With so many models and styles available, there’s sure to be one that meets your needs! Whether you need high quality color photos or just want a simple but effective way of producing presentations with clear graphics – we have what it takes for every business at the moment.

Contact Paragon today for promotion details terms and expert advice. Call: 321-346-8400

• Purchase or lease a qualified product between July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2002.
• Submit the claim form and proof of purchase by October 31, 2022.
• IMPORTANT: Each claim must be accompanied by proof of purchase. Failure to attach will result in claim rejection.

Want more information? Fill out the form below and we would be happy to help you.

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Eligible trade-in products:

• Any Canon, ENCAD, Epson, KIP, OCE, Seiko, Ricoh or Xerox 36-
inch or greater technical, graphics or LED printer, MFP or copier
• HP DesignJet 200/220/230/250 36-inch or 42-inch series
printer (24” series printers not eligible)
• HP DesignJet 330/350 series printer
• HP DesignJet 430/450/455/488 series printer
• HP DesignJet 500/500ps/510 42-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet T520/T525/T530 36-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 600/610/650c series printer
• HP DesignJet T610/T620 series printer
• HP DesignJet 700/750/755 series printer
• HP DesignJet T730 Printer
• HP DesignJet T770 series printer
• HP DesignJet T790/T795 series printer
• HP DesignJet 800/800ps 42-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 815MFP/820MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T920/T930 series printer
• HP DesignJet 1050/1055 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1100/T1100ps/T1120/T1120ps series printer
• HP DesignJet T1100MFP/T1120MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T1200 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1200 HD MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T1300 series printer
• HP DesignJet T1500/T1530 series printer
• HP DesignJet T2300 series printer
• HP DesignJet T2500 MFP/T2530 MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T3500 36-inch series printer
• HP DesignJet 4000/4000ps/4500/4500ps series printer
• HP DesignJet 4020/4520 series printer
• HP DesignJet 4500 MFP/4520 MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet T7100 series printer
• HP DesignJet T7200 Production Printer
• HP DesignJet 2000cp/2500cp/2800cp series printer
• HP DesignJet Z2100 series printer
• HP DesignJet Z2600 PostScript® Printer
• HP DesignJet 3000cp/3500cp/3800cp series printer
• HP DesignJet Z3100/Z3100ps series printer
• HP DesignJet Z3200 series printer
• HP DesignJet 5000/5000ps/5500/5500ps series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5200 PostScript® Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5400 PostScript® series printer
• HP DesignJet Z5600 PostScript® Printer
• HP DesignJet Z6100/Z6100ps Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6200 Photo series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6600/Z6610 Production series printer
• HP DesignJet Z6800/Z6810 Photo Production series printer
• HP DesignJet SD Pro MFP series printer
• HP DesignJet HD Pro MFP series printer

An Introduction

Brilliant means must be used to print perfect moments and appealing art. With professional inkjet printing equipment and Sihl photo and poster materials, canvas, and artist papers, any picture may be transformed into a work of art. Are you curious about what type of magic spell Sihl Art Paper(s) cast? Well, worry not! Here’s all you need to know about Sihl Art Paper(s) and what’s new!

Understanding Sihl Art Paper(s)

Papers from Sihl are the perfect option since they provide a broad selection of high-end premium goods ranging from photographic art to all-round papers for huge print runs. In addition, photo paper that adheres to itself is also available.

Sihl photo and poster papers come in various surfaces and grammages and may be printed using water-based or latex printing methods. FSC certified and ecologically friendly, many of them.

Why is Sihl Art Paper(s) Excellent for the Fine Art Print Market?

Sihl is the industry’s leading specialist for digital imaging printing media solutions. It’s a high-performance, worldwide firm with the necessary technical know-how and extensive industry experience to help you succeed. As a result, Sihl boosts its clients’ market share and adds considerable value to their customers’ and partners’ added value via innovative services that support their processes with future-proof product solutions.

Sihl has a broad selection of inkjet printing mediums for artists. Everything from fine art papers with actual aquarelle optics to canvas for high-volume printing, such as in online print shops, is included in the collection.

What’s the New Sihl Art Paper(s)?

• 3315 Creative Smooth Paper: Created from 100% cotton fibers, 3315 Creative Smooth Paper offers a velvety feel and a highly comparable color to that of classic artist paper. Aqueous and latex inks may be used with this paper, which is exceptionally durable and resistant. Art prints, reproductions, fine art photography, and portraits benefit significantly from the use of Creative Smooth Paper. The product has a high degree of rigidity due to its 320 gsm weight, making it well-suited for further processing. It is Fogra certified.

• 3317 Creative Textured Paper: Paper with a textured matte finish, made entirely of cotton fibers, is 3317 Creative Textured Paper. An aqueous or latex printer may utilize this paper since it’s water-resistant. Art prints, reproductions, and creative pictures look their best with this paper’s softly textured finish. Natural-colored paper is indistinguishable from that used by artists.

• 3338 Aquarella 2 Paper: Forga certified,Coated, softly textured, and natural matte, the 3338 Aquarella 2 Paper is ideal for fine art reproductions and stunning photography prints. Printing using aqueous or latex inks produces vibrant and water-resistant prints because of the product’s use of just cellulose fibers. Natural-colored paper is indistinguishable from that used by artists.

About Forga

Forga is a non-profit organization that supports the printing and media industries. Self-sufficient and steadfast in their pursuits. (https://fogra.org/en/)

Throughout the year, Fogra’s technical divisions carry out research, testing, certification, and dissemination of their discoveries. Their scope extends from pre- through post-production, materials, and the environment, and even security considerations.

Give It a Shot!

Moments of significance ought to be commemorated uniquely. It is possible to design each area uniquely and make stunning eye-catchers using canvas or creative art paper as the most critical requirements. Sihl has an excellent price/performance ratio, durability, and beautiful printing results. For more details, check out our website!

Printing banners or want to print banners? Consider how you finish them for hanging.

If you are looking for an easy-to-use banner finishing system, make sure to check out the Banner Ups starter kit.

With a few easy steps, you can take your printed banner media (Like Vitaliti 810A or Sihl 3604) and hang them securely.  There are so many ways to use this product, we feel its an essential accessory to any printing department. 

Checkout the video and images below showing the Banner Ups starter system in conjunction with Bravo tabs.

The Banner Ups® standard 4AS-1 starter kit is designed as an ultra low cost and easy way to use and test the Banner Ups® system.Each kit includes 1 roll 1.5″ x 36 yd. clear, single-sided PowerTape® , a pack of 100 clear BravoTabs® , and 1 EZPunch™ tool.Everything you need to make up to 25 banners Faster, Stronger, and easier than using grommets and folding and sewing hems.With the Banner Ups® system you can make a banner in just 3 minutes.

Do you have questions on the best printer for your specific needs? We are here to help! Call Us: 321-346-8400

What does it mean and include?

The Postscript language includes descriptions of the style and size of the language. It also includes where the graphics should be placed and how the color needs to be treated. In laymen’s terms, the Postscript language file informs your printer on how to lay the pixels and dots into your document.

Why it is important?

Printers use dots to form images the way pixels in computers create images. Image file formats do this by forming a bitmap that describes what color to use for the dot in the image. This usually works well if the monitor and the printer have the exact number of pixels or dots as the image.

However, when the bitmap has a capacity of 72 pixels per inch, it becomes a problem for your printer to print 300 to 600 dots per inch. The solution for this problem is in the form of vector images. Instead of describing where each pixel and goes, the vector images use construct. This is a lot like high school geometry. When drawing a line, the vector image doesn’t define which pixels to fill. It only highlights the start to the endpoint of the line.

Consequently, when your monitor reads the vector image, it transforms the line definition into a specific series of pixels or dots. They maintain the near-perfect quality at any resolution. Postscript also helps the computers to form these vector images. Additionally, it helps computers define complex operations, which includes computer programming language. This is then used to move objects without having to redefine them. Since the world has become so interconnected, it is now easier to access information electronically from other sources. Furthermore, everyone wants to print the documents with high quality, which can be done using postscript. Adobe Postscript technology is supported on just about every platform. It is very easy to share, and the printers work independently, which ensures seamless operation in the environment. So you can send your document to anyone in the world, and they can read and print them.

How it became so popular:

Although the Adobe team invented postscript, the real breakthrough occurred based on a suggestion put forward by Steve Jobs. Around the time Adobe launched Postscripts for describing computer graphics, Apple was planning to launch LaserWriter, the first laser printer. Jobs told Adobe that postscript would work very well with printers. So Adobe made some tweaks, and LaserWriter became the first printer to use postscript.

To this day, high-end printers are using postscript to ensure maximum quality and because several high-end desktop publishing programs still use it for printing purposes.

Paragon Visual offers a wide variety of Postscript enabled printers. Attached below are links to some of our available Postscript Printers on the Paragon Visual Website.

If you have any questions or need help finding the right postscript printer, give us a call at (321) 346-8400.

PostScript Printers available from Paragon (Click any option to learn more):

What is sustainability and why is it important?

Sustainability improves the quality of our lives, protects our ecosystem and preserves natural resources for future generations. In the corporate world, sustainability is associated with an organization’s eco-friendly approach, considering everything from manufacturing, logistics, to customer service.

That leads us to our next question: How do Kodak and Sustainability intertwine?

Kodak has a huge belief in being committed to meeting the needs of an ever-changing world. Kodak has a tradition of social and environmental responsibility, combining Kodak’s innovative customer solutions make Kodak the right choice for those pursuing sustainable business growth. Their long-standing commitment being so constant and unwavering is what helps them, and business owners propel into the future. 

Kodak has a focus on print, advanced materials, and chemicals that has helped them deliver innovative products and solutions while also caring for people, the planet, and fuel sustainable growth for themselves and customers alike.

Sustainable Growth and Kodak …You might just say they go hand in hand, and that is why we offer Kodak products, we believe in our future!

Kodak Media Options: