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  1. Heat Welded hems vs. sewn

    How long does the banner need to be up for? I'd go with 16oz because it will be more durable. Banners up against a wall take a good beating from the wind whacking it against the building. IMO the hems are about the same. Some say weld is better and some say sewing is better. I've used both...
  2. this is so typical of the sign biz

    I.S.T. Idiot Sales Tax
  3. Interviewing

    Thanks guys. There's a few i didn't think of so that helps. Wish me luck!
  4. Ghosting- splattering- overspray

    You need to do a bi-directional calibration on the machine.
  5. Interviewing

    I've been pretty much a one man show since starting up my business. I hire a few different installers for certain projects. Usually because I don't have the time to do them myself. This usually works out however it can be expensive. Plus, whenever I'm away from the shop, it means my printer...
  6. FC8000-130 - Freez's in the middle of a job & Cross cuts randomly

    Not an expert in this, but would a spooler help to prevent the machine form freezing?
  7. off gassing large wraps!

    First off, are you using a hot or cold laminator? I have a cold laminator and I'm with Flame. I never let stuff sit and out gas. Waist of time in my opinion plus your asking for trouble - IE, debris, tipping the roll over and causing damage, etc, etc, etc. In my shop it goes right form...
  8. using magnets for instead of masking tape?

    Magnets are pretty sweet but don't work so good on those fiberglass parts...
  9. Light Band Across Prints

    I get similar results because my printer chokes sometimes. I think it has something to do with the information not getting to the printer fast enough. Every time the head stalls, I get a line depending on the media. I only notice this on huge files though. Still haven't figured it out.
  10. Ventilation System

    What printer/inks are you using? Why do you need to ventilate? Is it really necessary? If so, look into the type of hoods you find in restaurants. They can be custom built and installed.
  11. Fence signs

    Velcro loops like the ones you use for organizing cables and power cords?
  12. Paper Steel or Magnetic Receptive Foamboard

    Drytac makes a metal paper called Drytac Ferro. Might be a solution for ya. http://www.drytac.com/drytac-ferro-metal-paper.html
  13. xc-540 cutter not cutting corners well in small type

    Up speed determines how fast the blade travels from left to right when it is not cutting. The higher the number, the faster it moves. When it comes to print/cut, I find my roland gives less then great results. I work around this by adding plenty of bleed to anything being cut (10 point or...
  14. xc-540 cutter not cutting corners well in small type

    It's probably the blade. Get a new one. while you're at it, clean the blade holder and spray some silicone lubricant in it. Also check the cutting strip. It may need to be replaced. If that doesn't work, try a 60 degree blade and change the offset to 0.375.
  15. Actual Text Message with new employee.

    Haha, you walked right into that one! Give that man a raise!
  16. Tape Residue On Rolls

    Painters tape or elastic bands.
  17. Alternative to Laminating?

    I'd recommend a new boss.
  18. Handmade Sign-What you think

    That would go great in my Grandma's bathroom!!! J/K
  19. 'Mornin gentlemen and ladies...

    Bonjour Charles. Ca va?
  20. Invalid Position

    I would say it's the pinch rollers too. Also make sure the media is covering the sensors at the back of the machine.
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