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  1. GMS-Graphic Marking System contact

    We just got some parts from them last week. They are in Illinois, so time difference for us. Phone number is 800 232 8018 if you want to compare with number you are using. I haven't had too much problem reaching after noon East Coast time.
  2. Which Vinyl for outdoor Backlit Polycarbonate/Acrylic sign?

    As far as materials: 1. Acrylic for 4x4, polycarbonate for large faces. Polycarbonate needs to be off-gassed for 24-48 hours before applying vinyl to the faces - that means pulling the masking off 24-48 hours before lettering. 2. Translucent vinyl would be appropriate, and was designed for this...
  3. FluidColor R98H Static & Dropout

    I should add a few things: If you get prints that look like static on an old TV, that is usually an indicator of Negative Pressure being off. Air does sometimes get in the lines, Air bubbles can cause overspray and will cause streaks of off color. We clean coroplast off with Solv S1000...
  4. FluidColor R98H Static & Dropout

    First thing I would ask is if you have a breeze running through or a fan on while the machine is running. That can blow the droplets off course. Second thing I would check is negative pressure. Ever drink a soda from a straw - every play with it? Think of the holes in the printheads as straws...
  5. FluidColor R98H Static & Dropout

    The R98H has Ricoh Gen 5 heads
  6. Graphtec Cutting Pro FC5100-130 Issues

    Check your cables. restart the computer that has the Production Manager on it. If that does not work, you can try to reinstall the plotter (maybe give it a new name). When we have had a similar issue, it is nearly always the cord, and when it is not then a restart has worked.
  7. laminate thin decal

    You can use Oraguard 290 on 3551. But agree with Solventinkjet regarding his tips about the blade.
  8. Commission pay

    2-3% would be typical. As high as 5% is not out of the question for certain jobs. Normal Finder's Fee is 2-5%. But the question becomes whether you pay this person just once or if you pay him everytime the new business uses you from now till forever... That would shape the percentage in my mind.
  9. Good evening folks, looooong time lurker here

    Your monitor and your printer will always have different color ranges - the monitor more plus it is more vibrant since it is light. Your RIP will also impact the color output. For instance, we have a Roland printer and use Versa Works with it. We also have Oynx for a UV flatbed printer, but can...
  10. Avery Wrap Film Search HELP

    Oracal 3951 ProSlide...
  11. Avery Wrap Film Search HELP

    cssupplies.com signsupplycanada.com signcrafterssupply.com grimco.ca expresssignproducts.com But don't forget you can get a different brand of vinyl. For a wrap, some choices are: Arlon SLX+ Oracal 35951 ProSlide Briteline WrapCast WrapCast is decent, though a little more tacky than the other...
  12. CE or FC

    On Graphtec's site, CE7000-130: Maximum cutting area is 50"x164'; Cutting area of guaranteed accuracy (when using the basket) is 50"x79" FC9000-140: Maximum cutting area is 54"x164'; Guaranteed Precision Cutting Area is 53"x32' or 35.2"x50'
  13. CE or FC

    Accuracy of cut is 79 inches on the CE and 50 feet on the FC. I have never run a CE, both our newer and the old are FCs and even the old one is still accurate.
  14. Need Help Reproduction Glass/Acrylic panel - how to reproduce

    We print like this all the time. There are different "blacks" - that is the black you assign will have a certain formula when converted to ink. What we do use a rich black (in our system CMYK C80, M70, Y70, B100). We would pint black and the color (yellow?), overprint white with 2-4 hits, and...
  15. Gerber Edge 2 not taking up foil as prints

    Yes. Although today intermittently it does not always if the lid is down or if the lid is only part way. If the lid is fully up then foil advances 100% when you try
  16. Gerber Edge 2 not taking up foil as prints

    Our Gerber Edge 2 is not taking up the foil while it prints. If you open it, the advance button does take it up, however, as of today if the lid is only opened a small amount it does not take up the foil. I am guessing we need to replace the Take Up Clutch. But if any one has other suggestions...
  17. Complaint Department...

    Not to rain on your parade, but if you want other points of view on this then this when you stepped wrong. People hear what they want to hear, and he heard he can keep those 7 plus 7 replacements. Yes, you said "might", but like a child to him it meant "can". Enjoy your bonfire and luckily most...
  18. ACM for parking signs

    For 12x18 for businesses we often do 063 Aluminum. For street signs we start with 080. We never use ACM for parking signs - it needs more support than one post.
  19. Black splotches during printing

    Likely the Banner fuzz is the source of the problem. At this point you need new wiper blade, new felt wiper blade, new flushing sponge, a small bottle of solvent and some cleaning swabs. It needs a manual cleaning. Be sure not to ouch the head itself, just the black plastic edges around the...
  20. Custom Wallpaper

    General Formulations WallMark 226HTR is our favorite. It is High Tack and Removable. A second favorite is MacTac Rebel 528H High Tack. This does not stick as well as some vinyls on painted walls, but it sticks on any painted wall... And last, General Formulations Wall Fabric 234. Sticks well...
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