KDF Soars to New Heights with MetLife Blimps

Since we opened our doors in 1995, KDF has provided vehicle graphics for legions of cars, trucks, trailers, and even buses--but after 15 years in business, KDF has just wrapped it's very first blimp.

A pair of blimps in fact, emblazoned with the MetLife logo and the brand's iconic mascot, Snoopy. The set of scaled-down aircraft will be on display at the New Meadowlands Stadium near the entryway sponsored by MetLife. 

Prior to the MetLife project, KDF has been doing work at the new stadium on a regular basis for the New York Jets. The facility is extraordinary and totally state-of-the-art, and it's a real honor for us to have our handiwork exhibited there. 

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KDF Steps Into the Ring with LA Boxing

KDF recently wrapped a branded vehicle for popular workout spot LA Boxing, just before the franchise’s Paramus , NJ location will be celebrating it’s first year in business.

KDF wrapped an SUV in the franchise’s patriotic color scheme, emblazoned with the gym’s logo and flanked with images of well-toned boxers and the catch phrase, Is there a fighter in you?

Getting a vehicle wrap was definitely a savvy move on LA Boxing’s part. The kind of visibility it offers is incomparable; it’s cost-effective and more eye-catching than more traditional methods of advertising. That kind of branding is priceless, especially for a new business.

Peter Rivera, owner of LA Boxing in Paramus, couldn’t agree more. “I’m very happy with how it turned out, and I really like the design KDF picked out as well," he told us upon picking up his newly wrapped SUV.

The LA Boxing franchise is famous for the “LA Boxing Workout”, which is known to allow gym patrons to burn between 800 and 1,000 calories in a single one-hour session.

Visit LABoxing.com for information on gym membership, or visit us at KDF-Comp.com for information on our product and service offerings and more!

Peter Rivera & Stephen Hoey

KDF Rolls into New York Fashion Week with N*E*R*D

Hip-Hop moguls N*E*R*D arrived at New York Fashion Week in style this year, thanks to the KDF team!

With a custom vehicle wrap from KDF, N*E*R*D will be arriving at a special Fashion Week event in a multicolored Escalade inspired by the iconic Rolls Royce in their music video "Hot-n-Fun", featuring Nelly Furtado.

N*E*R*D performed outside The Billionaire Boys Club in Manhattan on a float covered in custom graphics by KDF. 

The group's new album "Nothing" is coming soon! For more information, check them out at N-E-R-D.com. 

 

A Vehicle Wrap in Under a Minute

7 Tips on How to Wrap a Vehicle for Your Business

Tip 1: Find a Reputable Vehicle Wrap Business

Installing a vehicle wrap can be a daunting process, and while these 7 tips will certainly help you sometimes it is better to let a professional do the work for you. It is highly recommended that you seek a professional and knowledgeable vehicle wrap business to perform the vehicle wrap installation and vehicle wrap design. With that said, it is not impossible to wrap a vehicle on your own if you follow these tips.

Tip 2: Choose the Right Vehicle Wrap Material

There are a number of materials that can be used in the design and installation of a custom vehicle graphics. Aluminum, Acrylic, PVC, wood, polystyrene, foam and other plastics, can all be used to create custom vehicle graphics. However, the most commonly used and the material most highly recommended is Vinyl. Vinyl vehicle wraps are cost effective, durable, and maintain their look and feel for up to 5 years.

Tip 3: Use the Correct Vehicle Wrap Equipment

If you are going to install a car wrap whether it is for race car graphics, or you are just wrapping the company van, you are going to need the proper tools to do so effectively.

• a tape measure - for positioning
• a squeegee - adheres vinyl to vehicle
• a razor-knife - remove excess vinyl
• an air release tool - removes air bubbles
• masking tape - holds vehicle wrap in position
• a heat gun or propane torch - heating the vinyl to make sure it goes into curves, crevasses etc.



Tip 4: Clean the Vehicle

Once you have the proper tools you are going to need to thoroughly clean the vehicle. This is an extremely important step. If you want the vinyl vehicle graphics to adhere properly to the vehicle it must be completely free of dirt, grime, and whatever else may hinder proper adhesion.

First, wash the vehicle with soap and water. Do not use any surface finishing such as wax as this will severely hamper adhesion. After the vehicle is completely dry you should clean it with alcohol and solvent prep liquid. I recommend paying special attention to any areas on the vehicle that may have excess dirt and grime build up such as cracks around the hood, trunk or windows. Use a lint free towel to dry the solvent before it evaporates.

Tip 5: Prepare Your Vehicle Wrap

Before you move on to installing the vinyl vehicle wrap make sure the positioning of the wrap is what you desired. You can position the wrap on the vehicle before installation simply by using some masking tape. This will ensure that when you begin to install your vehicle wrap or fleet graphics everything will be in the exact place you wanted it.

Tip 6: Find a Friend

An experienced wrap installer can apply a wrap on their own. Otherwise, I recommend having another person assist you in the process as this will make positioning the vehicle graphics much easier. Each wrap installation is different depending on the vehicle. The amount of curves, cracks, and crevasses on a particular vehicle all determine how difficult or easy an installation will be.

Tip 7: Proper Installation of Your Custom Vehicle Graphics

Make sure you apply an adhesive to all edges and surfaces where the vinyl panel will need to be cut. Once you have applied the panel to the vehicle, work your squeegee to adhere the vinyl to the vehicles surface.

The most important things to avoid while performing the vehicle graphic installation are bubbles, and wrinkles. To avoid this, try changing the angle at which you are using the squeegee and never chop at the material because this will only make the wrinkles worse.

If wrinkles are becoming a major issue use your heat gun or torch to relax the vinyl. Be sure to let the vinyl film cool down before starting to squeegee again to prevent excess stretching.

These basic tips should guide you on your way to a successful vehicle wrap installation. Keep in mind that there are businesses that specialize in vehicle wrap installation that can do an excellent job and have your car back to you in approximately three days for a very fair price (depending on the company). Search around for some quotes, and preview any companies design before you make a final decision, should you decide that wrapping a vehicle on your own is not an option.

KDF Endorses the Naked Cowboy for Mayor of NYC

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Who did the Naked Cowboy choose to wrap his most important asset? (well… second most important asset.)


We just got back from the Times Square Press Conference where the Naked Cowboy announced his run for Mayor of NYC. It was a zoo! - Steve



KDF provided all the large format printing, wraps, and graphics. We also wrapped the Naked Cowboys guitar. Check out the video below.











KDF Reprographics, Inc., Since 1995, providing the best in innovative large format graphic solutions. Get noticed with a vehicle wrap, banner, mural or custom large format graphics by KDF!

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