Toronto, ON, CAN and St. Louis, MO, USA — April 14, 2025 — Grimco, a leading wholesale distributor and manufacturer to the sign and graphics industry, is proud to announce a new partnership with Vanguard Digital Printing Systems, a Durst Group Company, to bring Vanguard’s award-winning printing equipment to customers across all of North America — with Grimco serving as the exclusive distributor for Canada.
With a strong footprint of local branches from Vancouver to Dartmouth, and a dedicated Canadian team, Grimco has supported the sign and graphics industry in Canada for over a decade. This strategic collaboration with Vanguard to make Grimco Canada the exclusive distributor further solidifies Grimco’s position as a trusted, local supplier committed to offering best-in-class technology and regional support from coast to coast.
We’re incredibly excited to become Vanguard’s exclusive distributor for printers in Canada,” said Marc Belzil, Vice President of Grimco Canada. “This partnership aligns perfectly with Grimco’s commitment to bringing industry-leading technology and value to our customers. Vanguard’s innovation, paired with Grimco’s national reach and support, creates a powerful opportunity for growth—and we can’t wait to hit the ground running.
This partnership marks a significant step forward in Grimco’s mission to provide the most well-rounded lineup of equipment and software solutions in the industry. Vanguard’s cutting-edge technology brings a vast portfolio of print solutions built around a modular, field-upgradable design — giving customers the power to upgrade their capabilities as their business grows. With features like increased print speeds, support for greater material thickness, and hybrid roll-to-roll/rigid media versatility, Vanguard equipment is designed to meet the evolving demands of today’s print professionals.
Vanguard was founded to make high-quality printing equipment more accessible and better suited to the real needs of print service providers,” said Jim Peterson, Founder and COO, Vanguard Digital. “We’ve always believed that strong partnerships are key – working closely with customers to improve our machines, with vendors to use the best technology, and with dealers to reach more print shops. That’s why we’re so excited to partner with Grimco. They share our commitment to customer success and bring the knowledge and support that can truly make a difference. Together, we’re ready to help more businesses grow and thrive.
With 150 years of experience serving the sign and graphics industry, Grimco is proud to combine its deep-rooted expertise with Vanguard’s innovative technology to deliver customizable, future-ready printing solutions across North America.
Partnering with Vanguard allows us to offer even more value to our customers across North America,” said Julie McClain, Director of Hardware & Software at Grimco US. “Vanguard brings some of the industry’s best, scalable print technology that gives our customers the flexibility to invest in equipment that fits their needs today — with the confidence that they can scale up when they’re ready. It’s an exciting step forward in delivering a combined commitment of expertise, innovation and support to our customers to help them grow their business.
What truly sets this partnership apart is Grimco’s consultative approach. Whether customers are investing in their first wide-format printer or expanding an existing workflow, Grimco’s knowledgeable local team members work closely with them to identify the right solution for their business needs — now and into the future.
About Grimco
Established in 1875, Grimco has grown to be a leading distributor and manufacturer of sign supplies and equipment for the sign and graphics community. With over 70 locations across the United States, Canada, and the UK, Grimco provides essential items and favorite everyday products from trusted brands. Grimco proudly serves the graphics, traffic, electrical, and screen printing industries.
About Vanguard Digital Printing Systems
Founded in 2015 and now a Durst Group Company, Vanguard is a leading manufacturer of UV-LED flatbed, roll-to-roll, and hybrid printers serving the signage, décor, corporate, industrial, and packaging sectors. With a mission to deliver the best ownership experience in the wide-format market, Vanguard emphasizes high levels of service, outstanding communication, and customer care.