FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 25, 2006

Tropical Graphics receives esteemed DIMA Innovative Digital Product Award for TEC Tile

Tropical Graphics, a leading global digital decorating solutions provider, today announced that TEC Tile, the newest application for sublimation printing, received the prestigious 2006 DIMA Innovative Digital Product Award at the PMA® 2006 International Convention and Trade Show in Orlando, FL, February 26-28, 2006.

Sponsored by the Photo Marketing Association , this "Best in Show" style award is given to products and services exhibited at PMA 2006 that are either technologically innovative or first of their kind. TEC Tile was introduced through Tropical Graphics this past year and was among 17 innovations recognized at the photo industry’s premiere trade show event.

“We are honored that TEC Tile is recognized as a revolutionary product for the digital imaging industry,” says Rich Foltz, Director of Tropical Graphics. “TEC Tiles allow photographers to take their businesses to a new level and reach different markets.”

Utilizing thermal encapsulated color technology, TEC Tile provides a vibrant image on a flooring application that lasts. TEC Tile is the first non-rigid floor tile that can be decorated with full-color photographic images and has the necessary durability for light commercial traffic areas, such as offices and retail stores. Using Tropical Graphics’ ArTainium sublimation inks, TEC Tiles can be customized with bold, photographic images.

“We are just beginning to tap into the wide variety of uses for TEC Tile murals or single tiles,” adds Foltz. “The potential for TEC Tile application is unlimited, whether its custom messages and photographs for advertising, branding, product promotion or just creative production.”

About Tropical Graphics
Tropical Graphics is the industry leader in ink and printing technology. A wholly-owned subsidiary of Sawgrass Technologies, Tropical Graphics provides a complete array of digital printing products and services, Tropical Graphics specializes in cost-effective solutions for sublimation including ArTainiumUV+ inks and supplies. For more information, please contact www.tropicalgraphics.com

Tropical Graphics
2233 Highway 17 N
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Phone: 843-375-2168
E-Mail: marketing@tropicalgraphics.com
Website URL: www.tropicalgraphics.com