Press Releases

03/05/07
NEW SAVAGE PRODUCTS COMPLIMENT BACKGROUND PAPER LINE

Savage is launching two new background products at PMA. The extremely versatile background line now includes; Royal Marble, a marble effect, random printed non-repeat design in three soft colors (RM 1278 Gray, RM 0778 Red and RM 5878 Blue). These lovely backgrounds are ideal for tabletop and portrait photography. 78in. x 36ft, (2m x 11m) paper rolls core wound and boxed.

The Paper Clip (Cat. No. TPC12) is offered as the perfect companion to any studio that uses rolled backgrounds. This roll storage helps keep backgrounds clean and free from damage. This flexible polyurethane form makes for easy insertion and stacking of rolls upright against a wall. Each pair holds up to 12 rolls and multiple sets can be placed side by side along any suitable wall space. Protects rolls and allows easy color visibility for quick inventory.

While at PMA, visit the Savage Booth number M215, M217.


03/05/07
SAVAGE PHOTOWIDE® PAPER GOES DIGITAL

Extra-Wide Seamless Background Paper is sized to 140” x 35 yards (356cm x
32m) for panoramic photography or display. Savage now offers its Photowide® Extra-Wide Seamless Background Paper in Chroma-key compatible colors. New versatile Tech Green and Studio Blue Photowide® has the same fine tooth and non-reflective properties as the standard colors; Super White, Black and Storm Gray. Superimposed images using Chroma-key color backgrounds have unlimited uses for digital studio and video.

While at PMA, visit the Savage Booth number M215, M217 to see these and other new products.
03/05/07
SAVAGE’S STAPLE LINE BEGETS JR SIZED WIDETONE®

Savage’s photographic industry staple for the last 70 years, Widetone® Seamless Background Paper, has spun off a new product for small product photography with Widetone® Background Sweeps. Savage Background Sweeps are a set of 5 small Widetone® sheets and includes one sheet each of the following colors: White, Black, neutral Slate Gray, and Chroma-key compatible Tech Green and Studio Blue.

This set represents the most popular colors used today in product photography including internet product sales photography. Background Sweeps are designed to work perfectly with shooting tables and other photographic devices specific to small product photography. Sizes Available: (W1031) 10” x 31”, (W1531) 15” x 31”, (W1831) 18” x 31”, (W2431) 24” x 31”

While at PMA, visit the Savage Booth number M215, M217 to see these and other new products.
03/05/07
NEW SAVAGE BACKGROUNDS WITH OLD-WORLD STYLE

NEW muslin-style 40” x 60” (101.6cm x 152.4cm) Background Panels from Savage are made of sturdy, rigid paperboard, silk screened to create the rich look of muslin. Available in twelve rich colors that will be sure to give an “old world” feel to photographic compositions. Savage’s New Background Panels are non-reflective, easily stored, and easily used where a muslin type of background is needed for studio portrait photography and where a special effect background is desired.

Each Background Panel is individually packaged and protected with sturdy corrugation and reinforced corners for secure shipping. Priced to sell as an economical addition to the professional photography studio.

While at PMA, visit the Savage Booth number M215, M217 to see these and other new products.
03/05/07
SAVAGE CELEBRATES 70 YEARS IN PHOTOGRAPHIC INDUSTRY

Savage Universal Corporation, founded by Mr. Mac Pressman in 1937, is celebrating 70 years as a cornerstone for the studio photographic industry. Today Richard Pressman, Savage’s President, is working hard to carry on his father’s legacy through his commitment to continue manufacturing high quality and innovative products for an industry of creative professionals.

In unison with this milestone, Savage has expanded its staple product Widetone® Seamless Background Paper. The original Widetone® line of 48 tried and true colors has grown to 71 colors. These new colors have the same fine tooth, non-reflecting quality as the original 48 colors the photographic industry has grown to depend on. Savage now offers the largest selection of seamless background paper in the world.

While at PMA, visit the Savage Booth number M215, M217.
03/05/07
NEW LIGHT KITS ADDED TO SAVAGE'S SELECTION OF EQUIPMENT


Savage has added two new light kits to broaden its equipment line even further. The two kits M31500 and M31100 are Quartz Light kits, completely self-contained continuous quartz light digital photo/video studio that is perfect for digital portrait or product photography and commercial videography.

Both kits are composed of three variable power light heads; (M31500) includes a 500 watt 3200k continuous quartz light bulb in each light head, and (M31100) includes a 1000 watt 3200k continuous quartz light bulb in each fan cooled light head. Both kits include (3) 24" x 24" soft boxes, (3) 4-section stands with max height of 2.4m / 7'10", and
(3)10 ft AC power cords and fit into a carrying case (included) measuring 72x22x34cm; ~28-1/4"x8-1/2"x13-3/8".

While at PMA, visit the Savage Booth number M215, M217 to see these and other new products.


09/06/06
SAVAGE LAUNCHES BACKGROUND SWEEP SET AT PHOTOKINA

Savage’s Widetone® Seamless Background Paper has been the professional photographer’s choice for over sixty years. Savage is proud to offer Widetone® as a New Background Sweep Set.

Savage Background Sweeps have the same high quality, fine tooth non-reflecting surface as the larger rolls of Widetone® Background Paper which makes it ideal for smaller product photography. The sizes 10”x31”(25.4cm x 78.74cm), 15”x31”(38.1cm x 78.74cm), 18”x31”(45.72cm x 78.74cm), and 24”x31”(60.96cm x 78.74cm) have been designed to work with a wide variety of tabletop photography devices from mini-sweeps to photo cubes.

The set of 5 colors includes White, Black, a neutral Slate Gray, and Chroma-key compatible Tech Green and Studio Blue. This set of colors represents the most popular colors used today in product photography including internet product sales photography.

While at Photokina, visit the Savage Booth located at Halle 06 Stand #D021.


09/06/06
NEW SAVAGE BACKGROUND PANELS UNVEILED AT PHOTOKINA
Savage launches one of its newest products, a line of muslin-look 40” x 60” (101.6cm x 152.4cm) Background Panels. The New Savage Background Panels are made of sturdy, rigid paperboard, silk screened to create the rich look of old world muslin in a wide variety of colors.

Savage’s New Background Panels are non-reflective, easily stored, and easily used where a muslin type of background is needed for studio portrait photography and where a special effect background is desired.

Each Background Panel is individually packaged and protected with sturdy corrugation and reinforced corners for secure shipping. Priced to sell as an economical addition to the professional photography studio.

Visit the Savage booth at Halle 06 Stand #D021 for more information and to take advantage of the Photokina special making this product even more economical.


08/16/06
NEW VP OF OPERATIONS AT SAVAGE
Savage Universal Corp. named Rich Reiser, as Vice President of Operations effective August 2006. He brings to Savage over 14 years of operational experience. For the last ten years he has worked in the Data Protection services industry as a General Manager overseeing multiple branches in several states. Rich also spent several years with an Import and Distribution company overseeing daily operations. Rich Graduated from the University of Washington with a Degree in International Economics and also received a Masters of Business degree with a concentration in Finance from Seattle University.

08/01/06
NEWS: SAVAGE ADDS AN EAST COAST MATBOARD FACILITY
Savage will now manufacture matboard in Guntersville, Alabama, to increase overall matboard production and better service the East Coast and Southern regions of the United States. By manufacturing in this region, production will be more efficient and incur less transportation costs to our customers. All customer service can be reached at Savage’s toll free number 800-624-8891.

05/04/06
NEW SAVAGE MERCHANDISERS A BIG HIT AT NAMTA 2006 - BOSTON!

Savage unveiled new product displays at the National Art Material convention in Boston. These new product displays received a great response from art material retailers nationwide. National Sales Manager, Rich Memoli said, " It's obvious that we hit the target with these displays, nearly every retailer that saw them, placed an order at the show or committed to order soon".

Product Display Details:

New Widetone Artists Paper Display - 26" x 18 foot rolls, the new sturdy metal display holds 24 rolls of this new Widetone version designed for art & craft stores. The paper is a heavy weight 95 lb basis that is suitable for drawing, markers, banners, and lot's of other artistic uses. 18 feet of high quality paper in a large variety of colors. At $9.99 MSRP per roll, this represents the best paper value anywhere! The display is offered FREE of charge with a 24 roll order.

TruBlack Presentation Board Display - Most retailers keep their black presentation board stacked horizontally or vertically on shelves with only the edges showing. Successful merchandising concepts prove that a product that is displayed with a label facing the customer - sells significantly better. Savage has developed a display that faces the product at an angle so the customer can see it while walking the store aisle. It not only shows the product, but offers a space saving alternative to the way most stores show this product now. Savage offers this product in 10 packs up to 16" x 20" sizes. These 10 packs are featured with an attractive label that identifies important features. The sturdy metal display is provided FREE of charge with a stocking order. MSRP for a full display is $516.00. The combination of this pegable display along with the attractive 10 packs are sure to increase your sales!



02/28/06
SAVAGE PAPER INTRODUCES MINI ADHESIVE BACKED MATS TO INDUSTRY
Savage Universal Corporation, manufacturer of ProMatte line of pre-cut matboards, adds mini acid-free; bevel-cut mats with convenient peel & stick adhesive to their existing line of paper craft products. MiniMattes available in 3”, 4” and 5” sizes are fun to use and add dimension with a decorative touch to scrapbook or craft projects.

Self-adhesive backing is clean and easy to peel and stick. Endless creative uses with scrapbooks, mini books, gift bags, boxes, unique cards and more.

With custom cutout flower, star, square, window and circle shapes, artists and crafters can directly embellish MiniMattes with stamps, ribbons, stickers, lettering, snapshots, nameplates, buttons, or mementos in the cutout opening. Creative treatments for your mini treasures.


02/28/06
WIDETONE® SEAMLESS PAPER – NEW SMALLER ECONOMICAL SIZE
Savage Universal Corporation, manufacturer of Widetone Seamless Paper has just released a smaller sized roll, designed for easier use by artists and crafters. Now available 26” x 6 yard rolls, it is perfect for a variety of artistic uses, not just for photographic backgrounds.

Widetone 26” x 6 yard rolls are available in the same wide variety of colors as the full size rolls at 95 lb basis with new 25 roll display perfect for art and craft retailers and can be used for die-cuts, collages, banners, drawing and much more.

Widetone Seamless Paper is also available in 26" x 12 yd., 53" x 12 yd. and 107" x 12 yd. rolls.


 

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