The company produced and supplied the giant, inflatable replicas of Ronald McDonald and Jollibee, as well as replicas of Coke and San Miguel beer, Pepsi and many more. In 1986, it introduced the first, short-run, computer-aided cutting machines that cut pressure-sensitive vinyl to produce graphics, which is now common decoration for vehicle graphics, both interior and exterior informational or dir
ectional signage, graphic applications and as an all-around alternative to silk-screened graphics. In 1987, in an exclusive partnership with 3M, it introduced Panaflex flexible face material as an alternative to acrylic or plexiglass rigid sheets used in the back-lighted sign market, and the use of especially-designed aluminum extrusions as an alternative material to steel for use as sign cabinets. Today, almost all backlit signs are made from this material. Two years later, in 1989, the company introduced the first large-format, full color digital printer in the Philippines, a 20’-wide printer that was only one among the first 100 such printers built in the world at the time. It introduced also the use of tarpaulin material as an alternative to G.I. sheets commonly used as substrate material for billboard faces. The introduction of this technology has given birth to what we today know to be the interior and exterior advertising industry. The technology is used for billboards, tarpaulin banners, photographic displays for interior murals, delivery vans, transit advertising, floor graphics, mobile advertising, exhibits, promotions, and many more. It is also used not only for commercial applications but for architectural applications as well. In the following years it would introduce “Sintra” material or closed-cell, rigid PVC sheets for use as substrates in merchandising and displays, exhibit systems, tri-vision display systems, portable inflatable billboards, and aluminum composite materials (ACM), being the first representative of Alucubond Technologies in the market. ACM is extensively used as an exterior and interior cladding material today. In 2000, it pioneered in LED assembly in the Philippines for use
as accent lighting in the architectural industry. For Caltex
service station canopies alone, the company has produced and
installed over 50 kilometers of LED accent lighting! Today, the
company carries a complete line of LED products that
are used for the architectural lighting industry,
including SOLAR-POWERED, LED street lamps and
other LED lamp for various applications such
as down-lighting, ambient lighting, accent and interiors. The company also introduced slim, 16mm thick LED-lit,
backlit displays, LCD screens and various hardware for
merchandising and point-of-purchase, as well as
SHOP FITTING hardware for in-store displays. In June of 2008, the company was appointed by
Aristech Plastics, Inc. of the USA for its world-famous
“AVONITE” brand of solid surfaces. Avonite is used
extensively as high quality countertops for kitchens,
bathrooms, furniture, reception and selling areas,
also as wall cladding, as an alternative to stone. It has a complete collection of different colors, including
semi-translucents that allow for backlighting. Since the arrival of its initial inventory in June, 2008 of
solid surface material, the company has installed a fabrication
shop solely for Avonite countertops, hired fabricators with
a combined experience of almost 15 years in the solid surface
fabrication industry and has facilitated their further
training by bringing in Avonite trainers from the USA. Avonite was originally represented in the Philippines in the
nineties by Asiakonstruct but disappeared in the market
when the company went bankrupt in 2001. Avonite
was well received during its presence here and the
preferred choice by most commercial architects and designers. The company has been concentrating it efforts since its appointment as exclusive distributor, in informing architects, designers, and end users, of Avonite’s return to the local market, but this time, with a company that has fully automated machinery to process Avonite solid surfaces. Todate, the company has re-established the leadership of Avonite in solid surfaces, with installations in both residential and commercial projects. With the addition of Avonite to its product offering, the company is now officially involved in the architectural and commercial interior and exterior outfitting industry. In 2009, the company included to its product line, ALUMINUM SCAFFOLDS, through its appointment by Unison, Inc. of China, for use in construction and maintenance work. Aluminum scaffolds are lighter than traditional metal scaffolds, therefore easier for workers to carry and move around, thereby reducing the risk of back-related injuries to users. And because they are light, they are much faster to deploy with less manpower. Vehicles can carry more of them to sites and are subjected to less suspension fatigue. Made exclusively with 100% virgin aluminum, features
include handrails and Z- type stair ladders with landings,
Platforms featuring trap doors and safety toe boards,
8” diameter, hard rubber-lined wheels with locks,
and, four-point outriggers for stability – all designed
for the safety of users. Recently, the company has also started to offer scissor lifts to complement its line. In November of 2011, the company was appointed exclusive distributor in Asia of Vasari Plaster and Stucco, Inc., based out of Santa Barbara, California. The company produces traditional plaster for use in wall treatments. Intended as an alternative to paint for both exterior and interior walls, Vasari offers a stone-base, natural material, which unlike paint, is environmentally friendly, lasts for decades, lowers room temperature, and hypo-allergenic. It also comes in as many shades as paint and therefore suitable for classic to modern styles of residential and commercial buildings. In August of 2012, a new showroom was opened at CW Home Depot to showcase VASARI PLASTER and AVONITE SOLID SURFACES. New products in construction finishing materials will also be showcased in this showroom. It is also in the process of establishing distributors in Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam for Vasari Plaster products. Its goal is to establish a production plant in the Philippines within the next twelve months. The Fourth Dimension has investments in two TGI Fridays restaurants, as well as in food distribution. The company is also recognized as an AUTHORIZED CONVERTER by 3M of 3M Panaflex and translucent film material and therefore its works are covered by the 3M MCS Warranty. It is a recognized dealer of Philips for its lighting products.
