SGIA Expo to run its first wrap challenge

The Speciality Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is to hold its first-ever wrap challenge at the SGIA Expo (Las Vegas, 18-20 October). The Wrap Team Challenge - which gives installers the chance to test their wrapping speed and skills against their peers - will take place each day of the show on the PDAA stand. Two-person teams will wrap the side of a car in 20 minutes or less, and PDAA Master Certified installers will evaluate the job based on the speed and quality of their work. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top ranked participants, with the first-place team receiving $2,000; second place, $1,000; and third place, $500. The competition begins on Thursday 18 October, with 24 teams competing. The lot will be narrowed to 12 teams on Friday, and then six teams will compete for the championship on the closing Saturday. Each day of the competition will use vinyl provided by the day’s sponsoring manufacturer: Arlon Graphics (day one), Ritrama (day two) and 3M (day three). Attendees can watch the competition from the booth’s Orafol sponsored WrapQuest area, where they can also test substrates on a variety of surfaces and get tips from experts. Registration for the Wrap Team Challenge is $150 per two-person team.