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  1. Gold metallic vinyl that is translucent (for backlighting)?

    We're making a sign that will be two layers: Bottom Layer - Gold metallic that will be translucent so as to be backlit Top Layer - Navy blue that will not be translucent We're trying to find a vinyl we can use for the back layer that will be a nice, bright gold when backlit vs something that...
  2. What kind of panel would you use for this post?

    A local farmer would like to hang a 6'W x 4'H sign from the post pictured below. I have concerns (that I've talked to him about) about the sign breaking away from the post with a strong gust of wind. For some perspective you can see the fence post below the sign post. The arm the sign will...
  3. Who do you guys buy your Flourescent -> LED conversion bulbs from?

    We've been getting them from Glantz but I feel like I've seen some on here talk about some other options but despite my best search efforts, I've not been able to find them. Any help would be appreciated, whether friendly or snarky! Thanks guys.
  4. How much do you guys charge to replace sign bulbs that require a bucket truck?

    We recently purchased a bucket truck and now have an opportunity to service signs that require bulbs to be replaced but I'm not sure what to charge. How much are you or others in your market charging for this kind of work? I'd appreciate any insights! Thank you in advance.
  5. Does anybody know where I can order Clevis Pins w/ Grooves specifically for Graphtec plotters?

    I'm looking for the clevis pins used in the rollers similar to what you see in the image below. They appear to be 1 1/8" in total length with a head size of around 1/8". I'm having trouble finding the exact size from hardware stores and websites and the rollers I'm able to find for the...
  6. Just In Screen vs. Digitally Printed Yard Signs

    We've ordered both SP and full digital political signs + direct print aluminum signs and everything has been great. Better than the quality though has been the customer service. The one job we had an issue with you guys went above and beyond to make things right. Very happy we discovered you...
  7. Where can I get a black PVC Post & Rail kit?

    Hardly a know-it-all...I believe it's possible to build a business that runs itself, I'm fully aware of just how much work has to be done to get to that point and how much more I have to learn about the industry. You shouldn't let somebody new to the sign game like me get under your skin, it's...
  8. Where can I get a black PVC Post & Rail kit?

    I can always count on your for a small alek response...thanks for not letting me down!
  9. Where can I get a black PVC Post & Rail kit?

    Doesn't that kinda defeat the purpose of investing in maintenance-free PVC if they'll have to repaint it every few years?
  10. Where can I get a black PVC Post & Rail kit?

    Harbor only offers white/beige and I haven't been able to find black anywhere else. I know there are black vinyl materials for things like decks so it doesn't seem to be a material limitation. Any help would be greatly appreciated...thanks!
  11. Gifts for your best customers at the end of the year

    Are we just going to ignore that this guy bumped an 8 year old thread so he could link back to his website?
  12. What makes Roland printers so much more expensive than Mimaki?

    That's been my experience with our L26500 but it's an older unit so that may be why. What have you seen with the color matching? That's been a struggle with ours. I originally bought it thinking it would be great for wraps but the color matching challenge has made that less desirable. Perhaps...
  13. What makes Roland printers so much more expensive than Mimaki?

    Yeah, we have an HP L26500 right now but the quality is disappointing and it seems to require a lot more maintenance than our Mimaki. We also have issues color matching previous prints which is a problem because we do a lot of wraps.
  14. What makes Roland printers so much more expensive than Mimaki?

    I'm getting ready to buy a new printer and I'm looking at the Roland VG2 vs the Mimaki CJV150. Roland clearly has better marketing materials than Mimaki does but as far as feature sets and print quality, I have found strengths of both systems. What is it about Roland systems that justifies...
  15. Mimaki Owners - what daily maintenance do you do on your printers?

    Thank you for your help! We run eco-solvent so it sounds like daily maintenance is less necessary based on your experience...good to know!
  16. Mimaki Owners - what daily maintenance do you do on your printers?

    Currently we do maintenance once we notice issues with our prints, but I've been reading that some do maintenance every day. We've printed out the maintenance guide for our JV33-130 but there's a ton in there and it wouldn't be reasonable to do everything we see in there every day. What sort...
  17. Has anybody ever done an install on an Indy-style race car before?

    He wants a full color change wrap with decals on top of that.
  18. What hourly rate do you charge for jobs that require two people onsite?

    In this specific scenario I was thinking of a lead + gopher, so that's helpful. Lots of great feedback in this thread, thanks everybody.
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