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  1. Fireworks and Pets: Say no to “One Last Bang"

    Fireworks and Pets: Say no to “One Last Bang"
    How to Keep Bonfire Night Celebrations Considerate for Animals by avoiding “One Last Bang”. Download a free poster to support our campaign.   As we approach Bonfire Night, fireworks displays are a tradition many look forward to, lighting up the skies with colourful displays and marking a festive season. However, while the enjoyment for revellers is clear, it can be...
  2. Is there a difference between acrylic and polycarbonate?

    Is there a difference between acrylic and polycarbonate?
    Is there a difference between acrylic and polycarbonate and, if so, is it important? Sign Holders at Green Magic supplies a range of products made from both acrylic and polycarbonate. To help you buy with confidence, this is a short overview of both and their benefits. What is acrylic? Acrylic is a type of plastic, fibre, paint or fabric. It...
  3. What do the terms POP and POS mean?

    What do the terms POP and POS mean?
    Terminology explained: POP and POS Most industries adopt language, terminology and anagrams to describe things, processes and ideas particular to that sector. If you are new to the industry this can be confusing and it becomes even more so when different sectors use the same terms with different meanings. For example, two common anagrams that crop up over multiple industries...
  4. Taut wires work as an effective heron deterrent

    Taut wires work as an effective heron deterrent
    A pesky heron would not leave our fish alone - we needed a better heron deterrent. We tried a net but the determined grey heron used it like a trampoline and succeeded in harpooning the odd passing fish. Everyday he was back - thankfully our latest attempt at deterring the heron seems to be working well. Criss-crossed wires stretched across...
  5. Top tips for planning a festival themed hen party

    Top tips for planning a festival themed hen party
      If your bride is a music loving, flower headband wearing kind of girl, then Hen-Fest is most certainly the hen party for you!. A totally unique way of organising a hen weekend without costing an arm and a leg. Whether you hold it in the comfort of your own back garden or even a local field, it’s a fantastic...
  6. How to save money by producing signs in-house

    How to save money by producing signs in-house
    All types of business and every organisation needs to display staff announcements, health and safety notices, information and direction signs, rules and regulations, office door signs, advertising notices and many other types of sign. Instead of outsourcing these there are significant cost savings to be made from producing such signs in-house using a regular office printer. All you need for...
  7. Thickness of thin plastics explained

    Thickness of thin plastics explained
    This article explains why the thickness of thin plastic sheet material is important and compares the units of measurement used in the UK and USA - and the confusion which can ensue. As an example, the thickness of plastic poster cover sheets is used to illustrate why different gauges of plastic sheets are specified.   Mils and Microns - measurement...

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