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  1. What makes your shop FUN?

    Alligators and anything else with eyes!
  2. cutting nualum with a jigsaw

    thats what I use, best jigsaw I ever used
  3. cutting nualum with a jigsaw

    I perfer a bandsaw to do that kind of work but if using the jigsaw you need a fine tooth so it does not rip it to much on the up and down motion of the blade, They have a plywood blades and metal ones that gives a fine cut at the Box stores, just read the package on what it is designed for.
  4. Advice needed

    Summa user, Have owned a Roland, Ioline, Gerber and love the Summa which has never gone down. I wish I had a gazillion dollars, and if I did I would not spend it on a plotter either.
  5. cutting nualum with a jigsaw

    I have a variable speed jigsaw and use a fine tooth metal blade, Do not push it and take your time and it cuts fine. You are talking about plywood with a thin aluminum sheet on top which is what I persume nuAlum is.
  6. Logo Reproduction

    I am not a Corel user but thanks for sharing, nice work on redrawing.
  7. Need some out of the box thinking on vinyl cutting/application

    You will be able to line up where your numbers are if you are using the clear. If you did not have the numbers, and that seems to be the problem, then your video is the way to go. What kind of material are you using for your print.
  8. Best board for 8'x16' metal frame?

    This is how I would do it with support (batten). Is this going to be double faced.
  9. Need some out of the box thinking on vinyl cutting/application

    clear mask as everyone suggested and since you are cutting the backing paper also will make aligning a lot easier. Use the same method you use now for appyling with cutting back 3" and 24" squeegeeing down. The clear premask will hold all your cut outs to prevent the weakness you have without...
  10. Need Help training for very new installation tech.

    On the 3M certification classes brochure it states "It’s not necessary, but it’s recommended." to have experience in the field. If he did do the training it could not hurt, but bringing him in with you or getting a job in a sign shop would be the better idea to start out, things don't always...
  11. Need Help training for very new installation tech.

    I think it would be a step in the right direction for starting out. Getting 3M certfied would get him in the front door quicker.
  12. Simple Sign Critique - too simple?

    Since we only have 1.5 seconds to read, and agree with no buy sell trade and price. You just need what, when and where on sign.
  13. Discussion RE: Vivid Boss Premium Brand Gloss Laminate Problems? Shrinkage? Anybody else?

    Anybody on this forum who has been in business for awhile has had calendered laminate break down. They all will tell you to use a good brand name cast product. Learning through mistakes is a rough road to travel in business and good luck on the legal action journey. It may say it last 3 years...
  14. Simple Sign Critique - too simple?

    AS they say about changing the casual font , being close to the edge, and one word thing, I like it, the blue and the black work. Since people will be driving by, it will attract attention.
  15. The Man Cave project

    and Signmaniac has a dresscode if you want to play at his table
  16. Question Advice on Nomadic display

    Dye sub fabric with velcro, easy to roll up and lightweight for shipping
  17. Question Man cave door wrap

    Looks like you did a nice job and the customer got a good deal from you. I like Gino's pricing.
  18. Wholesale Sticker Compay

    Stouse | Wholesale Decals, Magnets, Signs, Roll Labels & Plastics
  19. Small Engine Turn Gold vinyl.... why so hard to find?

    There is Real Gold / RealGold, Inc - Genuine Gold & Silver Vinyl Films | Vinyl but it is not cheap but it is a great product that is worth the money.
  20. Stand up or sit down?

    She's busy.
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