DIS, which employs 19 people at its studio in the Black Country, has built on a record-breaking 2018 by agreeing a partnership with the German firm to print colour, imagery and special designs on to its acoustic fabric wall and ceiling graphic systems.
Designed to offer ‘A’ or ‘B’ acoustic absorption ratings, the unique technology found in the DESCOR range can also be used at hospitals or leisure facilities thanks to a special anti-bacterial coating.
“Trying to make large open spaces and rooms aesthetically pleasing, whilst achieving the right acoustic performance, has been a massive challenge for our customers…this new agreement offers them a perfect solution,” explained Mark Bradley, managing director of DIS.
“We are the first approved UK supplier and installer of Pongs acoustic fabrics and this will give us a massive advantage over our rivals. The technology lends itself so that any colour, image and design can be printed on to it, offering stunning sound and visual performance – the best of both worlds.”
He continued: “Talks have already begun with marketing agencies, interior designers, architects and local authorities about using the walls and ceiling systems. There are no limitations with size either, as we can print - using 3M inks – huge unlimited tiled sections.
“We can even integrate LED lighting into the systems to create ever-changing moods and stunning visual displays.”
DIS has already secured its first win using the Pongs technology, with a new 35-metre-long wall system being installed at Virgin Active’s prestigious Mayfair site in the coming weeks.
It is the largest contract the company has been awarded to date and will play an important role in helping it move from its existing £2.5m turnover to £5m annual sales by 2021.
David Purcell, sales director, added: “We’ve enjoyed a great start to 2019 with some big wins and a full order book keeping us busy.
“A new technician has already been taken on to cope with demand and we expect further appointments once we turn interest in Pongs into concrete orders. It could be worth as much as £500,000 in the first year, with the potential for even more going forward.”
