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HISTORY

Kramer Graphics began as an art production studio in the basement of founder Mary Lou Kramer’s home in 1976. From the beginning, Mary Lou delighted her customers by offering attentive customer service, quick turnaround and state-of-the-art technology. In 1988, Kramer was the first company in the Dayton area to offer digital output from Mac and PC based computers. Throughout the 80’s and 90’s, Kramer grew steadily as we consistently pioneered new digital printing technologies that brought higher quality and more cost-effective solutions for our clients’ indoor and outdoor printing projects. Kramer Graphics was led by Mary Lou’s son and daughter, John and Kelley.  On December 20, 2019 Outdoor Image of Duluth, GA acquired Kramer Graphics. The combined organization will operate under the brand name KRAMER, except in select legacy markets where Outdoor Image will continue. The acquisition offers opportunities for Outdoor Image to strengthen and expand its product and service offering geographically.  The expanded business will serve customers from manufacturing locations in both Duluth, Georgia and Dayton, Ohio. 

History

1978
September 21

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Mary Lou Kramer starts Kramer Graphics in the family basement. At this point, offering typesetting and art services. Mary Lou’s husband serves as the delivery driver. Delivering Mary Lou’s work before and after his daywork as a carpenter.
1985
September 21

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John and Kelley join Kramer Graphics. 8 employees.
1986
September 21

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​Kramer Graphics begins working on 1st and 2nd shifts. 14 employees are on staff. The picture below is advertisement Kramer Graphics did back in 1986.
1992
September 21

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Mary Lou retires, John and Kelley (brother and sister) become president and vice-president. Kramer Graphics was one of four print shops in the United States to offer an economical digital printing solution of enlarging an image up to 42″ x 30″. 27 employees.
1995
September 21

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Kramer Graphics begins printing vinyl banners, fabric banners, mounted posters, and decals.
1997
September 21

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Kramer Graphics moves to a new building with 17,000 sq ft. This is the fifth move since its inception. For the first time in its history, Kramer Graphics now has a 3rd shift and is in operation 24/7. 48 employees on staff.
1998
September 21

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Kramer Graphics enters the outdoor market . Kramer Graphics was one of the first 5 printers in the country to offer solvent digital printing on wet strength paper. The company has now reached 54 employees.
2000
September 21

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Purchased digital die cutting equipment and expand production facility square footage.
2003
September 21

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Expands production facility by adding more grand format presses. 60 employees are on staff.
2004
September 21

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Entered the transit market. Began producing bus shelters and taxi toppers. Purchased first flatbed UV press that allowed direct to substrate on rigid materials.
2005
September 21

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Several types of mesh are added to product line. Introduced reflective billboard products for outdoor applications. Kramer purchases gopher press which is a solvent ink grand format press.
2007
September 21

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Kramer Graphics becomes the official digital printer of the WGI world championships. Purchased the Firebird press which is a “green” press as it uses water-based inks.
2008
September 21

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Online ordering (MOI) is launched.
2009
September 21

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Kramer purchases first white ink capability presses. Today, these are known as Kramer’s Polar Bear and Cub.
2012
September 21

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Kramer Graphics purchases a dual air welder. The new welder allows us to finish vinyl much quicker. Introduced a neon product line for outdoor applications. 65 employees are now on staff.
2013
September 21

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The Grizzly press is purchased that includes a hybrid 126” roll to roll or 8’x 126” flatbed, as well as 8cp press with white ink capabilities.
2014
September 21

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The transformer is purchased, allowing us to finish PE posters faster. The transformer can finish all PE types including the 2 pocket system. The company now has 72 employees.
2019
December 10

2019

2019

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2408 W Dorothy Lane
Dayton, OH 45439
P: 937.296.9600
E: salessupport@kramergraphics.com

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"I cannot say enough about Kramer Graphics, with their excellent customer service, quick turn-around time and high quality, they have been an excellent vendor of ours for over 20 years. Most recently, we partnered with them to create 31, double-sided 8’ Nutcrackers and a large banner for our tree lighting at The Greene. We had about 10 days to design, manufacture and install. Kramer Graphics handled everything seamlessly with a positive attitude and amazing results. They offer creative solutions to challenging projects."

Monica Meilinger
Manager Digital & Creative Services
Kettering Health Network

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