At TR Trades, we recognize the effort and resources clients invest in preparing files for crucial presentations. We understand the need for swift, high-quality production without compromising on excellence. That’s why TR Trades operates a specialized department dedicated to high-capacity presentation board manufacturing, offering same-day turnaround.
Designed for indoor use, our presentation board department can produce hundreds of boards daily, promptly delivered to your office or presentation venue.
At TR Trades, we recognize the effort and resources clients invest in preparing files for crucial presentations. We understand the need for swift, high-quality production without compromising on excellence. That’s why TR Trades operates a specialized department dedicated to high-capacity presentation board manufacturing, offering same-day turnaround.
Designed for indoor use, our presentation board department can produce hundreds of boards daily, promptly delivered to your office or presentation venue.
Our state-of-the-art large format inkjet aqueous photo printers ensure unparalleled color accuracy and vivid print quality. Equipped with eight inks—including Chromatic Red, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Grey, Light Magenta, Matte Black and Photo Black —our printers excel in reproducing intricate details and vibrant color ranges, unmatched by conventional printers.
Designed for indoor use, our presentation board department can produce hundreds of boards daily, promptly delivered to your office or presentation venue.
Our state-of-the-art large format inkjet aqueous photo printers ensure unparalleled color accuracy and vivid print quality. Equipped with eight inks—including Chromatic Red, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Grey, Light Magenta, Matte Black and Photo Black —our printers excel in reproducing intricate details and vibrant color ranges, unmatched by conventional printers.
Designed for indoor use, our presentation board department can produce hundreds of boards daily, promptly delivered to your office or presentation venue.
At TR Trades, we cater to various industries requiring rapid turnaround. Here are the common types of boards we print:
Engagement Boards
Display Boards
Renderings
Drawings
Floorplans
Material Boards
Pattern Boards
Gallery Exhibitions
Film Props
Poster Boards
Sample Boards
Flow Charts & Diagrams
Schematics
Prototypes
Medical Charts
Research Findings
At TR Trades, we cater to various industries requiring rapid turnaround. Here are the common types of boards we print:
TR Trades provides presentation boards for a wide range of events, including:
TR Trades provides presentation boards for a wide range of events, including:
• Public Engagements
• Community Involvement Events
• Public Participation Events
• Conferences and Trade Shows
• Government Facilities
• Open Houses
• POS Displays
• Educational Spaces
• Office Environments
• Weddings
• Conferences
• Seminars
Understanding the urgency of presentation deadlines, we offer same-day turnaround on most projects. Situated in our expansive 17,000 sq ft facility in Kitsilano, BC, we stock a diverse range of media, ensuring rapid production. Our in-house dedicated drivers ensure prompt delivery, directly to your location on the same day.
Our satin photo lustre paper has been a preferred choice in BC for over a decade. Its semi-gloss finish, complemented by a special coating that minimizes ink spread, ensures sharp detail and vibrant colors. Ideal for boards featuring photographic images or heavy black backgrounds with delicate text.
Our 48lb Heavyweight Bond offers a matte velvety finish that reduces glare from bright lights, making it perfect for environments like open houses or trade shows with intense overhead lighting.
For high end reproduction of photos or building renderings, our inkjet printers are your best bet. With an optimized dpi system and 8-colour ink system, the sharp details and vibrant quality will grab people’s attention the way your work should.
TR Trades offers a wide variety of mounting materials suitable for various applications and budgets. Whether you prefer environmentally friendly options or durable substrates, we have it all. For a full list with pictures, see our indoor mounting chart.
Lightweight and economical, Foamcore remains popular for short-term events in BC. However, in damp climates like BC’s, it may warp over time and is not recommended for sizes over 24”x36”. Foamcore comes in black or white. If longevity is important, opt for another one of the choices below.
Preferred for more permanent applications, Ultraboard features a dense polystyrene core that resists warping due to temperature and humidity changes. Its lightweight and rigid composition makes it the top choice for clients who are printing bigger than 24”x36” and will be using their boards for more than one presentation. Ultraboard is available in black and white.
An environmentally friendly choice, Enviromount is produced from recycled materials and biodegradable in landfills. It’s ideal for premium boards at events like open houses or public engagements. Enviromount comes in ¼” and ½” , with brown and white options (depending on availability). We always recommend clients produce their boards on Enviromount as they can go directly into your cardboard bin when done with.
Lamination protects your projects, extends their lifespan, and enhances their appearance. It adds sturdiness and water resistance, making your materials more durable and professional. Discover our same-day and next-day lamination services, offering a variety of options including glossy, matte, and anti-graffiti finishes.
Senior Account Manager
McKenzie joined the TR team with a solid foundation of experience in the print industry. His career began in production, where he developed his skills in maintenance, operations and finishing. Quickly recognized for his talent, initiative and charisma, McKenzie was promoted to Production Lead. At the helm of the production team, he proved a natural leader and infected the team with his positivity and work ethic.
After building his knowledge leading the production team, McKenzie progressed into the Sales department, honing his sales skills under the leadership of Carla Duncan and TR’s customer focused approach. His natural penchant for customer service and dedication to quality assurance proved an ideal fit for the TR sales team where McKenzie now functions as Account Manager.
Never one to rest on his laurels, McKenzie enhanced his knowledge with sales courses at BCIT and can regularly be seen applying his skills throughout the shop. Don’t be surprised to find him supporting the finishing department, assisting clients at the front desk, or onsite ensuring installations surpass customer expectations.
Also goes by: Mac
Interesting fact about McKenzie: he can be found on Wikipedia
Best described in three words as: loyal, funny, and stubborn
Cannot live without: his back massager
Quote to live by: “When you look at someone through rose-coloured glasses, all the red flags just look like flags” – Wanda the Owl
CAD & eProject Manager
When you meet Bruce you automatically know he is a seasoned professional in the reprographics industry. Starting out as a driver for Hughes Owens Printing in 1978, he eventually transitioned to Trimen Blueprinting where he acted as a reprographics technician for 13 years. With the onset of the digital era in 2000, TR Trades hired Bruce as CAD Manager. Since then he has been an invaluable asset to the company and anyone who has questions regarding CAD plotting. When Bruce is not overseeing others in the CAD department, he spends countless hours troubleshooting client issues, unearthing customer print errors, and providing eProject software support. He is regularly looked to for printing advice by both coworkers and clients.
Bruce is also well versed in troubleshooting onsite issues and participating in client presentations, having assisted Carla and TR sales staff in many client meetings. If you’re looking for a history lesson on the print industry or if you want to optimize your drawings for print, you’ll want to call on Bruce. Many may not know, but Bruce is a musician at heart! He originally studied engineering and math, eventually realizing it was not the career path he wished to pursue. Following this, Bruce went on to complete both a music program and a piano technician program through Douglas College. During his spare time, you’ll find him creating music or acting as a vocalist in several bands. When he is not playing the guitar and recording music, you can find Bruce tinkering around on one of his computers or watching hockey.
Also goes by: Stretch
Best described as: Humble
Favourite place in Vancouver: Minnekhada, Coquitlam
Guilty pleasure: Audio software
Favourite TV show: Hockey
Ideal meal: Mac & cheese (with ketchup)
Cannot live without: Music
President
Having worked in the family business since before she can remember, Carla has a natural talent for helping clients reach their printing goals. Always an advocate for education, Carla completed the Marketing Management course at Kwantlen Polytechnic University and then obtained a degree in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University with a double major in Management Technology and Human Resources. And all of this is in addition to sales and marketing courses at BCIT!
Combining her extensive education with a lifetime of experience, Carla is a driving force behind the success of TR Trades. On a daily basis, she can be found anywhere in the shop, always striving to enhance client satisfaction. Her familiarity with our systems, equipment, and services make her uniquely capable of ensuring clients benefit from every possible way that TR Trades can help businesses grow.
Favourite place in Vancouver: None. She would rather be off the grid camping!
During her free time you can find her: riding her atv or dirtbike, camping in the wild, fishing off the West Coast, fishing in a river, or in her garden.
Ideal meal: steak and double stuffed potatoes
What gets her motivated in the morning: coffee and coming to work!
“If you’re looking for an alternative option to your current print supplier, please call my cell at 604.376.7803. I would love to speak with you about how we can help your business.
