Graphic Art Mart has consolidated Amari Visual Solutions into the Graphic Art Mart brand creating a company with over 120 staff and 13 locations nationally.
Under this new structure, Graphic Art Mart will now stock what the company describes as an “unmatched portfolio of signage products” including a large range of rigid substrates including acrylic, aluminium composite panel, flute, foam board and polycarbonate.
Graphic Art Mart will also expand its hardware offering with the addition of HP alongside its existing brands – Roland DG, Mimaki, CWT Worktools, Keencut and Forte.
The company says its range of pressure-sensitive materials will be enriched with many of Amari’s existing products that will complement several of the industry’s favourite brands: Avery Dennison, Arlon, Aslan, Siser, Chemica, R-Tape, TransferRite, 3M Reflective and many more.
The Siser heat transfer brand was the most recent Graphic Art Mart business acquisition in 2023.
Graphic Art Mart Marketing & Vendor Relations Manager, Mark Canavan, told Sprinter this is an exciting evolution for the business.
“We can now offer a variety of consumable products as well as a comprehensive equipment portfolio through our alignment with a number of major global brands.
“We are excited to extend our reach and expand the business to provide better servicing solutions for our customers.
The business has grown from three to thirteen locations over the last decade, and this has been an exciting evolution.”
“From a customer perspective, we are a service-based organisation now offering a comprehensive range of consumable, rigid and hardware solutions”.
“The feedback we have received so far has demonstrated that this is the right move as our customers can clearly see the benefits of bringing these businesses together,” he said.
“We continue to assess the market for product and service solutions that are the right fit for our customers and our business” Canavan said..
“With Drupa approaching, we acknowledge that the market continues to evolve, and as such will be ready to expand and diversify our business as we have over the over the last 10 years.
Canavan joined the business in 2013 after almost 15 years with Avery Dennison.
Following the announcement, the company issued a statement issued to the industry titled: Graphic Art Mart Announces Consolidation with Amari Visual Solutions: Elevating Signage Solutions Across Australia.
The statement issued by MM Plastics and Metal Manufacturers Head of Marketing Katrina Tesoro reads:
“Graphic Art Mart, a longstanding leader in the Australian signage and graphics market, proudly unveils a transformative milestone in its journey towards providing the signage market with nothing but the very best in coverage, service, people, and products.
“With an unwavering commitment to delivering the finest global brands and localised support for over five decades, Graphic Art Mart is excited to announce the consolidation of Amari Visual Solutions into the Graphic Art Mart brand.
“What Does This Mean for Customers?
“This consolidation promises an array of enhancements, ensuring customers receive top-tier service and access to an unprecedented range of products:
1. Unmatched Portfolio of Signage Products: Graphic Art Mart will now stock a comprehensive range of quality rigid substrates including Acrylic, Aluminium Composite Panel, Flute, Foam Board, Polycarbonate and more. This expansion ensures that we can fulfill all your signage needs with our complete end-to-end portfolio.
2. Exciting New Brands: In addition to our existing offerings from Roland and Mimaki, customers will now have access to HP printers and inks. Our range of pressure-sensitive materials will be enriched with many of Amari’s existing products that will compliment industry favourite brands: Avery Dennison, Arlon, Aslan, Siser, Chemica, R-Tape, TransferRite, 3M Reflective and many more. This diverse selection empowers you to choose the perfect materials to service your customers.
3. Extended Coverage: We are excited to announce the introduction of three new locations to the already extensive Graphic Art Mart network: Tullamarine Victoria, Prestons NSW, and Regency Park South Australia. With these additions, Graphic Art Mart’s network will grow from 10 to 13 locations nationwide. This expanded coverage ensures that you receive the same high-quality service with increased local support.
“At Graphic Art Mart, dedication to excellence remains at the core of operations. We pledge to continue serving customers with professionalism, reliability, and an unparalleled product selection.
“We extend our sincere gratitude for the continued trust and partnership of our valued customers. Together, we look forward to embracing the opportunities ahead and shaping the future of signage solutions in Australia.”
Graphic Art Mart is a subsidiary of MM Plastics based at North Rocks in Sydney.
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