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  1. FB700 Error code W-SS-5

    Exploring the VK300D, curious how long you've had it, if you're happy with the decision and what type of printing you do with it? Getting out of two FB700s and looking towards these machines. Thanks.
  2. Small bubbles in over laminate

    Awesome, here's to better sleep at night!!!
  3. Small bubbles in over laminate

    Seems to be silvering. You can see the vertical roller lines where the pressure is greater. We have a cold roll laminator that doesn't have the pressure that our Seals do. It's great for mounting graphics and such, but our laminating goes to the Seals that can be cranked down and in some cases...
  4. Where can I learn about the different use cases for substrates?

    "All the drive around and look at signs comments." I have a problems with this... Signs interest me, that's why I do it. I'm in a store, I'm on vacation... it doesn't matter I'm looking at signage; how it is made and what materials are used or what/how the hardware holding it was fabricated. It...
  5. acrylic stand off sign

    I really don't understand why people use 1st surface unless the design calls for it. If you're using acrylic, sub-surface makes the product look so much higher end, whether printed or cut, so long as your vinyl is the same color on the adhesive side as the face. Unless you're using a color or...
  6. Need Help Removing Window Perf Vinyl

    I like a straight razor blade on glass. The only thing worse than removing old perf is removing old reflective. Otherwise, I would hope you would bring the vehicle indoors to acclimate. Putting on or taking off vinyl in sub-zero is not usually advised. I'm in Michigan and my Jeep said -18 on the...
  7. wall mounted acrylic with hidden hardware

    I personally don't buy 100% into the VHB applications because they have not always stood the test for me. I do use them a lot, but for me I would shy away from them on this applications. As for acrylic to aluminum, you could try a signlok 406 or something equivalent, but I would do a shear test...
  8. wall mounted acrylic with hidden hardware

    otherwise, if your sold on a French cleat make it out of acrylic and use: https://www.johnsonplastics.com/tapes-fastening-systems/liquid-adhesives/weld-on-scigrip-4-liquid-solvent-for-bonding-acrylics-quart
  9. wall mounted acrylic with hidden hardware

    One of these options may work for you... https://www.wensco.com/CatSearch/2334/clear-plastic-pad Weld on and use studs https://www.johnsonplastics.com/stand-offs-mounting-fixtures/mounting-fixtures/rowmark-fisso-ghost-silver-stand-off-4-pkg Weld on and use multiples (not just corners)
  10. How do you measure the exact size of a sign that is high up in the air?

    If close is okay... I would just take a photo as straight on as possible, then find an item at the same depth of field to measure for a point of reference (the larger the item the better). If there isn't an item, make one (have someone stand there...) Then put your photo into a design software...
  11. Suggestions In Memory of...using a Harley logo

    I would suggest an alternate route. Even using the Bar and Shield shape is a problem. Harley is really protective of it's brand and anything that resembles it. Chances are nothing would ever come from it, but that's a decision you have to make for yourself. Remember the Disney story of the...
  12. Cultured Stone Wall

    Not implying the "Jackhammer" that was used didn't cause the issue, but for fun-sies, what tools do you use that DON'T come from china?
  13. Need Help Print quality issues with General Formulations 212

    I'm not entirely familiar with the 260, but the 560 has a plasticizer roller that supposedly eliminates issues and I must say when we do use it, it seems to work. We burn through a ton of GF vinyls of all types (almost everything they have) and haven't had issues, but I'm not leaving this stuff...
  14. Need Help Print quality issues with General Formulations 212

    I just ran this exact vinyl on my 560 yesterday with no issues. Maybe plasticizers? How old is the material? General says it only has a 6 month shelf life. Maybe start with a generic matte vinyl profile that you know works already, then try a section that's wiped down with a isopropyl 90+.
  15. ACM Panels - Ink Adhesion Primer Suggestions?

    ChrisN has it... You have to print to the digitally printable product that's been corona treated, otherwise cutting/routing will chip/flake and as you state the laminate will peel the whole print off like a skin. Whatever brand you use likely has a digital version.
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