The most recent issue of Sign Builder Illustrated has an excellent article entitled, “On the Surface,” that takes a look at how customers are, ”transforming interior environments with custom-printed fabric and vinyl graphics.” Jim Cirigliano at Spot Check Editorial penned the article, and he interviewed Xcel Vice President of Sales & Marketing Korby Guthrie, to gain insights…
Xcel Products Joins SEGFrames.org : The Official Resource for All Things Silicone Edge Graphics SEGFrames.org is a streamlined educational platform designed as an all-inclusive resource covering the SEG industry. It provides market-specific information to help inspire creativity and elevate fixture and display capabilities, highlighting innovative fabrics, state-of-the-art framing systems, unique sewing technology, and top-rated professional…
Developing Unique Display Solutions, Fast As the world shifts to the convenience of shopping online, brick and mortar stores are struggling to prosper. This trend has made it difficult for some brands to drive traffic to their storefronts, and in some cases, has been the end of the road for the organization. So how can…
Introducing the SOLIX™ Frame System by Xcel Products: Simple. Versatile. Sexy. We’re thrilled to announce the next generation in retail signage framing. SOLIX Frames (low profile frames with variable inserts) are sleek, cost-effective and an easy-to-install display solution. Compatible with a variety of insert materials, SOLIX is a perfect long-term display system that can be…
Innovating to Get the Job Done Under Pressure Xcel Products was recently tasked with developing a completely unique, eye-catching display for one of the most successful companies on earth in just three days. This case study is a true testament to Xcel’s ability to exceed expectations and their leadership as an innovator in the fixture…
Employee Spotlight: Dan Hills | Product Design Engineer Dan Hills was born and raised in Northwest Wisconsin and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Dan has 25 years of experience in product design and development, prototyping and management. He’s a certified Solidworks Professional (CSWP), a certified additive manufacturing technician (3-D printing) and a certified manufacturer’s…
The early returns on 2017 holiday shopping numbers have retailers smiling—a welcome change to all the gloom and doom stories that have been forecasting the death of retail. Holiday sales increased 4.9 percent over the previous year, marking the largest year-over-year increase since 2011, according to the Washington Post. Let’s hold off on those obituaries…
We’re all about presentation here at Xcel Products, and with that in mind, we couldn’t be more excited to unveil our new website! We’ve always been proud of our ability to exceed our customers’ expectations with quality products and fast turnarounds; with this new site, we’ve made it even easier for you to find the…
Let’s face it; in the age of social media, merchandising has become a tougher game. How do you get your customers eyes away from Instagram long enough to notice your window signs, labels, or point-of-purchase graphics? Versatility is the key, you’ll get a Swiss Army Knife’s worth of usability out of Xcel’s X-Cling & X-Perm…
How important is signage? It’s the least expensive, yet most effective form of advertising for retail businesses. According to the Small Business Association, the average business gets up to 50% of their sales from signage and 85% from within five miles. According to a FedEx Office survey 68% of consumers surveyed say they have purchased…