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  • 1.  Not using PVC for exhibition graphics

    Posted 03-22-2023 08:51 PM
    Hi hive mind

    We are taking PVC products off our list of materials that can be used for exhibition graphic production and exhibition production in vernal. Any advice on products and approaches that worked well for anyone. Any advice on specifications that we can insert in our procurement documents for exhibition production?

    Thanks for your help
    Vicki Northey, National Museum of Australia


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  • 2.  RE: Not using PVC for exhibition graphics

    Posted 03-23-2023 08:46 AM

    Hi Vicki,

    Here at Arkansas State Parks, we switched from PVC products for our exhibit, wayside, and trailhead graphics to aluminum signage from Gopher Signs. Their products are green including their printing process. All their specs are available on their website, under their ImageLOC product.

     

    We've been using them for 10 years now and they've held up amazingly to the various conditions in our parks and museums.

     

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    KEITH MARTIN

    Museum Exhibit Program Specialist 

     

    Division of Arkansas State Parks

    2306 Cantrell Road

    Little Rock, AR 72202

    Keith.Martin@Arkansas.gov

    P: 501.324.9170 | f: 501.324.9210

      

    www.ArkansasStateParks.com 

     

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  • 3.  RE: Not using PVC for exhibition graphics

    Posted 03-23-2023 09:45 AM
    Edited by Douglas Flandro 03-23-2023 09:46 AM
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    Vicki,

    Congratulations on trying to eliminate PVC from your exhibit graphics. We have been developing a list of alternatives as part of our Sustainable Exhibition Design & Construction Toolkit. 

    https://www.aam-us.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/SEDC-Toolkit_v4_Feb2023.pdf

    These are alternatives available in the USA market. Hopefully the can help you source similar products in Australia.

    Alternatives to Vinyl  Wall Murals
    • Monadnock Envi Commercial Wallpaper
    • Acrovyn By Design wall protection panels (very durable, PVC-free, seams every 4ft.)
    • 3M Envision Print Wrap Films – PVC free
    • Digitally printed fabric  
    • High Pressure Laminate or phenolic (FSC available through Wilsonart)
    • Direct-to-substrate prints on plywood


    Alternatives to PVC Substrates for Graphic Panels
    • BioBoard
    • Eco-fi Fabric
    • PVC-free options by Cooley Group in Rhode Island
    • Plyboo or ApplePly panels


    Alternatives to Vinyl Lettering
    • Direct-to-substrate prints on plywood panels, mounted to the wall
    • Hand-painted letters
    • Cardboard or chipboard stencils
    • Wheatpaste paper letters or posters
    • Dry transfer lettering

    Please consider joining us in signing on to the Museum Exhibition Materials Pledge:

    https://www.mindfulmaterials.com/museum-pledge



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    Douglas Flandro
    Exhibit Designer
    CambridgeSeven
    Cambridge MA
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  • 4.  RE: Not using PVC for exhibition graphics

    Posted 03-24-2023 05:26 PM

    Thanks so much for these resources! vinyl has been in the news a lot lately, and I've been feeling very complicit.



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    Megan Johnsen
    Exhibit Specialist
    Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Trails
    Saint Paul MN
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