Our Timeline
The Beginning
The company was founded in 1946 supplying hand lettered posters and displays for cinemas and retail outlets as well as exhibitions stands and mobile floats for the Lord’s Mayors Show.
The Move
The company relocated from the Ravenhill Road, Belfast to a converted Linen Mill at Lambeg Mills, this becoming the creative hub of an expanding business.
Winning Team
England wins the Football World Cup…. and we invest in Screen Printing Technology.
Automation
A new decade in semi-automatic screen print machines are purchased to facilitate longer runs of posters. Point of Sale, Billboard posters and Bus Advertising panels now being manufactured.
A New Era
The introduction of Apple Mac revolutionised design and print. Computer cut vinyl lettering and graphics for signage introduced.
Large Format Automation
We invested in semi and fully automatic screen print equipment. Produces its first four colour process screen printed 48 sheet poster for Guinness – the first of many!
Vehicle Wraps
Production of full colour digitally printed wraps added to the list of services.
Ireland’s First
The introduction of Ireland’s first outdoor advanced inkjet printer. Lead times cut dramatically.
Free Standing Display Units
Fluted board FSDUs printed on UV Flatbeds and cut to shape with Platens and Routers.
Banding Spaces
Company moves into “Office Graphics” – Wall graphics, floor graphics, signage etc.
Water Based Printing
We invest in water based inkjet printing machines for sustainability.
The Rebrand
We underwent a full rebrand and the launch of a new website. The butterfly has been a proud symbol of our brand for many years, representing transformation, creativity and growth. As we evolved, it was essential for our branding to evolve with us. That’s why we gave our iconic butterfly a modern redesign – keeping its essence intact while refreshing its appearance to align with today’s dynamic market.
100% Green Energy
Alexander Boyd is now fully powered by 100% green energy. All our energy is sourced from local renewable suppliers, ensuring that we operate with zero carbon emissions from our energy consumption.