What is the manufacturing lead time at Otypo?

Orders confirmed before the daily cut-off are manufactured and dispatched within 24 working hours. All manufacturing takes place in Otypo's workshop, in Sassenage (Isère), in operation since 1990.

Where are Otypo products made?

All Otypo products (engraved plates, customisable stamps) are manufactured in our own workshop in Sassenage (Isère). Otypo is a brand of the company ADDAXA (formerly Imprimerie Armand), a family business founded in 1990.

How do I get a quote from Otypo?

The online quote form lets you submit any personalised request: large volume, format outside the catalogue, specific material, public-sector order. Response guaranteed within 4 working hours by email, free of charge.

Is there a reseller programme at Otypo?

Yes. The reseller programme offers -10% minimum for life across the entire site, stackable with the Otypo CLUB loyalty programme. Benefits include: £20 welcome coupon on the first order, white-label shipping directly to the reseller's customers, PREMIUM customer area, dedicated support with quotes processed within 3 working hours.

What materials are available for plates?

Otypo offers 12 material families: plexiglass (acrylic/PMMA, clear or mirror), PVC, PVC Forex (large-format panels), aluminium, aluminium Dibond (composite panels), brass, wood and wood-effect PVC. Each material is available with laser/CNC engraving and/or quadrichromy printing. 135 colours and 8 fixing systems in total.

Does Otypo offer a graphic design service?

Yes, free of charge. Otypo's in-house graphic team produces a personalised mockup within 24 working hours by email, with no order commitment. Particularly useful for SMEs and self-employed professionals without an in-house designer.

Does Otypo deliver to the United Kingdom?

Yes, Otypo delivers to the United Kingdom from the Sassenage (Isère) workshop. Details on lead times and carriers are available on the delivery page.

Can a counter display stand be ordered in a non-standard format, for example for an atypical portrait document?

Yes. Precision laser cutting to the millimetre allows the format to be tailored to any document or display requirement. The tilt angle and base support are calculated according to the format and weight of the document to be displayed, ensuring optimum stability.

What is the difference between a PET transparent stand and an acrylic stand for use in a hospitality setting?

PET is more flexible and better able to withstand repeated impacts; acrylic offers superior optical clarity and a harder surface. For intensive use in a dining area, PET is often preferred for its resilience to daily handling and resistance to accidental knocks.

Is it possible to print the menu or visual directly onto the stand, without inserting a document?

Yes. Direct UV printing allows text, images and brand colours to be integrated directly onto the substrate. The result is permanent, with no risk of peeling or document slippage, and withstands repeated cleaning with standard commercial products.

Can a counter display stand be used in a wet area, such as a bar counter or open kitchen?

Materials such as PET and acrylic are well suited to ambient moisture and light splashing. Cleaning should be carried out with non-aggressive products. For prolonged exposure to steam or direct splashing, an appropriate material and finish must be specified at the time of ordering.

How can a counter display stand be customised to our brand identity without looking generic?

Four-colour UV printing faithfully reproduces brand colour references, including Pantone shades. Logo, coloured background, border and brand typography can all be integrated across all or part of the stand, delivering a result that is fully consistent with your visual identity.

Custom Counter Display Stands for B2B Professionals

The counter display stand is a self-supporting display unit designed to present a document, menu, instruction or brand visual on a counter, table or workstation. Made to measure in transparent PET, acrylic (PMMA) or aluminium, it adapts to a wide range of professional settings — retail, hospitality, industry, public sector — with full graphic customisation available via direct UV printing or document insertion.

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Custom Counter Display Stands for B2B Professionals

Applications

From retail counter to restaurant table: one stand, multiple uses

The professional counter display stand integrates seamlessly into very different environments: promotional displays in retail, menu holders in hospitality, instruction signage in industrial areas, or communication supports in showrooms.

A single base product, adapted to the requirements of each sector — format, material, graphic customisation — to meet the precise needs of each application.

Counter display stand manufacturing process

Manufacturing processes: how technique delivers quality

Laser cutting ensures clean edges on any format. Hot-bending of PET produces a single-piece unit with no fragile assembly. Direct UV printing integrates logo and brand colours without film or peel-off adhesive.

Millimetre-precision laser cutting for non-standard formats
PET thermoforming: single-piece structure with no assembly
Four-colour UV printing faithful to brand guidelines
Cleanable surface compatible with professional cleaning protocols

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What is a counter display stand and what is it actually used for?

Definition and distinction from other display solutions

A counter display stand is a self-supporting unit, placed on a flat surface, designed to hold a document or display a visual at reading height. It differs from a wall-mounted poster holder by its portability, and from a multi-pocket display by its single-piece structure oriented towards a single document. In a professional context, it communicates precise information — pricing, menus, instructions, offers — without the need for permanent human intervention.

Choosing the right material for your environment

PET, acrylic, aluminium or PVC: each setting has its own requirements

Transparent PET is the reference material for high-handling applications: flexible, impact-resistant and easy to clean. Acrylic offers superior optical clarity and a harder surface, suited to refined environments where aesthetics are paramount. Aluminium is appropriate for stands carrying permanent instructions in industrial or public sector settings. PVC, being more cost-effective, meets the needs of temporary or event-based display where long-term durability is not a priority.

Graphic customisation: from neutral substrate to brand asset

Direct UV printing versus document insertion

Direct UV printing transforms the stand into a permanent communication medium: logo, brand colours, typography and pictograms are integrated into the material itself, without film or adhesive that could peel away. This approach is essential when the stand carries regulatory information or a strong visual identity. For content that changes regularly — daily specials, seasonal pricing — a document-insert stand remains the most flexible solution.

Doming for premium versions

For stands intended for upmarket environments such as hotels, showrooms or corporate reception areas, doming allows a transparent resin to be applied over a graphic element, giving it a distinctive relief and visual depth. This process enhances the perception of quality without adding weight to the stand.

Counter display stands in demanding professional environments

Industry, food production, healthcare and public sector

In sectors where surfaces must be cleaned frequently with disinfectant products, the choice of material and finish directly determines the service life of the stand. A professional countertop display positioned at an industrial reception area or workstation must maintain the legibility of information over time: scratch resistance, colour stability under UV printing, and moisture resistance. Environments open to the public also require careful consideration of the stand's positioning and format to meet general visual accessibility requirements under the Equality Act 2010.

Durability and long-term maintenance criteria

What determines the longevity of a professional countertop display

In intensive commercial use, surface resistance is the primary criterion for lasting aesthetic quality. PET and acrylic withstand daily cleaning with non-abrasive products without visible deterioration. UV-cured inks resist abrasion and prolonged light exposure. We regularly observe that stands poorly matched to their environment — material too fragile, finish unsuitable for cleaning — are replaced prematurely, generating a real cost for the operator. A professional counter display stand correctly specified at the point of order is part of a durable, consistent communication strategy that requires no complex maintenance.