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Sure, digital documentation is great. But when you're finalizing a client presentation or preparing updated site plans for the owner, you often can’t beat prints. The ability to customize and produce those prints on demand is invaluable. That's why more AEC firms are turning to in-house plotters and printers which allow them to create high-quality, custom documentation for a wide range of use cases—quickly and cost-effectively.

Creating a space that’s accessible and easy to navigate isn’t just about meeting legal requirements—it’s about fostering an environment where everyone feels included, safe, and valued. ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) signage and clear wayfinding play a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Wide-format plotters are powerful tools for professionals in architecture, engineering, and graphic design. However, even the most advanced printers require proper management to ensure they consistently deliver top-quality results. In this blog, we’ll delve deeper into strategies to optimize your printer and get the most value from your investment.

When planning a commercial or public space, clear and compliant signage is essential. That’s where Division 10 signage comes in. Falling under the MasterFormat system used in construction, Division 10 includes specialty signage like ADA braille signs and custom wayfinding signage, both of which help ensure accessibility and clear navigation.

At Makepeace/AIR Graphics, we’re always looking for ways to provide high-quality prints while being mindful of our environmental impact. That’s why we use HP’s latex inks in our large-format printing. These inks offer an incredible balance of sustainability, durability, and vibrant color—all without compromising on performance.

As higher education institutions gear up for commencement and reunion season, it’s time to start thinking about the graphics and signage that will elevate these milestone events. From guiding guests to creating memorable photo opportunities, professionally produced campus graphics set the tone for a polished and cohesive celebration. Here are ten ideas to inspire your commencement graphics planning:

For organizations seeking to fortify their defenses in the digital age, the HP DesignJet XL 3800 with HP Wolf Security presents a compelling and robust solution.

Printing direct to acrylic is a fun option in our digital printing service arsenal, offering unique versatility, durability, and aesthetic appeal. At Makepeace/AIR Graphics, we specialize in transforming acrylic into environmental graphics through cutting-edge technology and techniques like latex flatbed printing, heat bending, and router cutting. Whether you're designing physical signage, unique awards, or retail point of purchase displays, acrylic is the perfect medium for creative and impactful solutions.

At deCordova Sculpture Park, Zohra Opoku’s Self-Portraits seamlessly blend art and nature, and Makepeace was proud to help bring this vision to life. From a large billboard to hidden smaller signs, the exhibit immerses visitors in Opoku’s exploration of identity and culture. To learn more about this collaboration, we spoke with the deCordova team about the exhibit and the process behind it.

The ability to manage both digital and physical documents is critical to keeping your projects on track. As the demand for more flexible, hybrid workflows increases, many firms turn to in-house printing to bridge the gap between digital plans and tangible prints. An in-house printer can give you the flexibility you need to communicate project details any time in any way—whether it's producing large-scale blueprints or sharing digital files with clients in real time.