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  1. To heat or not to heat

    So I wouldn't say that heat assist 'produces' a higher quality product. It helps you produce a product, the quality is up to you and the materials you choose. That being said it all depends on what your doing and what materials you're using and your budget. If your going to be using polycarb...
  2. Rust Wrap

    These are a lot of fun to design. While it doesn't seem like it at first glance there is a lot if detail in these wraps. For me, Photoshop would be the go to software for most of the design grunt work. I did one a few years ago, many layers and groups, but like I said the devils in the detail.
  3. What the Heck??

    Nope, I don't think I can help you understand. I don't think the kid in the photo understands either.
  4. Commercial Bidding

    Instead of worrying about adding your two cents, what about just going in there and asking them questions and learning. This would probably be much more productive and valuable not just to them but for yourself as well.
  5. long-tail keywords for sign shops and help with search

    Depends on how serious you want to be about it. A professional will understand would be your best bet. If your doing it on your own, look at creating responsive site as Google is giving them a priority. Also look at watching some videos on SEO and how web-crawlers actually work.
  6. Need Help Latex Printing on Vinyl has squiggly like debris

    Looks like dust or debris. Could be a static issue attracting stuff in the air or from where you store your material. Try using a micro fiber towel or swiffer to clean dust off the machine and a vacuum to clean the area.
  7. Need Help BUBBLES! Need clear answers on vinyl application

    How did you prep the vehicle? This might be the most important question. Are the bubbles air or is tar/dirt embedded into the paint?
  8. Suggestions Print Ready Art Files

    We never delete files. We still have stuff from over 20 years ago, often because we have clients from 20 years ago. Why delete anything? Memory is cheap, and you never know when the client will come back to get another.
  9. Workers' comp insurance costs

    No steel toes shoes - all 'chairs' are ergonomic balance balls No hearing protection - classic music only as studies suggest it increases awareness, creativity, calming and more positive outlook No work gloves - All beverages are securely insulated in no tip safety containers. Does this mean we...
  10. Sometimes when you just need an extra hand....

    The future is going to be interesting.... Not gonna lie, these might be handy.
  11. How do you work with big companies?

    Well first off, don't over extend yourself, no one wins. Second look at outsourcing stuff next time a job like that comes in. Also look at wide format digital printers, You can print stuff often faster. Yes it is your fault. You should know your capabilities and limits. It's also your job...
  12. Are they any machines that can help to produce a lot ready-to-use decals?

    So it would take you 2 days to cut/weed/&mask 240 decals? You would have to supply a pic of the sticker to determine how difficult they would be. It also depends on material. Something like Gerber 220 is going to be much cheaper and easier to weed than lets say something like 3MIJ180. If...
  13. Help... Can you apply vinyl to this type of brick?

    You can apply material to that type of brick. You just have to clean it first, either power wash it, or use a stiff bristle brush. The key is prep and heat.
  14. Help... Can you apply vinyl to this type of brick?

    Yes you can. I 3M training you have to apply a graphic to a wall just like that to pass. Brush off the area like and you will need a heat gun that goes to about 900-1000 degree, and a soft foam roller. Apply the material and than go back over it with the heat gun and foam roller. You should...
  15. Subdivision Monument Signs

    Well first welcome and good luck. Most sub-divisions will have some sort of over seeing board or HOA organization that is responsible for handling contracts and services. You could try to figure that out, but that is often something that they put out to bid, so you would be better off to see...
  16. HP Latex smoking (?) need help

    Ya that's a tough one. I've never heard of that before. Maybe try to get to get a photo or video of the machine? Try to find out where the source is. Most likely I would look at the heating unit to make sure there wasn't something up there. It could be maybe left over packaging or a piece...
  17. Suggestions Polyester printing

    I think that Polyester and solvent it a tricky endeavor. You can try increasing your number of passes, and do an inter pass delay. This might help allowing the ink to dry. If possible farm it out to someone with a dye sub or latex.
  18. Does anybody use flat pricing for their vehicle wraps?

    I worked for a beverage distributor, their whole fleet was single piece fiberglass refrigerated trucks. No rivets, no seams. Not that uncommon up here.
  19. Workers' comp insurance costs

    Should have photoshoped a harness on, you out of the bucket truck, or just not post that picture.....problem solved.
  20. Workers' comp insurance costs

    We're all graphics designers. Sitting comfortably and safety at our desk with ergonomic chairs, keyboards and accessories... nothing to see here.
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