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  1. Need Help Mounting adhesive vinyl to MDO

    there are 3 "types" of MDO * Unprimed * Primed * Prefinished - ready for vinyl application Yes, MDO has to have the surface prepped for graphics.
  2. 363TH Laminator wrinkling jobs

    have you tested the amount of pressure on the wheels? use a fish weight scale, attached a piece of thin substrate and see how much is needed to pull out from under the rollers do you store the wheels up or down? with it happening at the end of the run, what are you doing to keep the tension...
  3. install new wrap over old?

    Is this the suggested way, NO Can you do it, YES MAKE SURE they sign a waiver about the limitations of covering/applying to old vinyl BEFORE you start anything.
  4. A day in the life of a designer

    sounds like your title needs to be changed. also sounds like you need to confirm what your role is with the boss. The more that gets dropped on your desk, and you handle it and "they" know you will handle it, the more it will happen. For us, * Sales does all aspects of the client, setting up...
  5. A strange "what would you charge"

    If y'all are on good working terms and helpful to each other. 30 SQFT is a minimal run, be a helping source and let the positive energy pay it forward. IF you have to charge 10 SQFT per banner, we would be closer to $1 per SQFT for an unfinished roll of banner. There are several MM that will do...
  6. Source?

    yeah, more information is needed.
  7. Question Looking for a whole seller for digital prints

    there are SEVERAL options here for this type of service(s) https://signs101.com/resources/categories/merchant-members.1/
  8. What kind of Work Truck do you have?

    that is because not all locations accept a "sign electrician" as a " regular electrician" These skilled workers are considered electricians, but depending on where they work may or may not be licensed in the same way as residential and commercial electricians.
  9. What kind of Work Truck do you have?

    Electrical Sign Specialist Sign specialist electricians install, maintain, upgrade and repair outdoor electrical signs and billboard lighting. This includes both stand-alone signs and building-mounted signage. Sign specialist electricians wire up the lighting used to illuminate conventional...
  10. Removing old cracked vinyl wrap from trailer

    I read the reference to Weldon as leaving the old material, but add extra glue to keep the new material in place on the old material.
  11. Custom hole puncher

    Correct, and that plastic is designed for that application. the UV is not the main factor, it is the heat. As a TX native, the sun through a window has ruined more than one pair of sunglasses (also plastic) left on the dash CorPast is outdoor rated, but it warps under direct heat
  12. Custom hole puncher

    outsource, there are plenty of MM here who can flatbed imprint and then use a CNC or a flatbed cutter. regarding the material, * why Cor-Plast? * how long you want them to last? you put plastic in direct sunlight inside of a window. * will the rearview mirror take the weight?
  13. Removing old cracked vinyl wrap from trailer

    this works good, have tried scrapers, soaking, steamer, zapper, etc. the pressure washer is the most efficient. * it makes a MESS, make sure you do it where it is easy to clean. That vinyl turns into a MILLION little peaces that go everywhere. * it gets LOUD with flying debris, wear protection...
  14. Need Help Ever run into this......................... ??

    So a customer didn't provide the scope of the project and then wants you to fix it when they intentionally break it? this, learned LONG AGO, ask lots of questions. typically there is information to be found and, just like said, a keyword will change all. we also call them "pre-production runs"
  15. Quality Processes/Policies

    Why are they looking for? certifications of your capabilities (color accuracy, sustainable green printing, materials used, etc.) or, making sure what they order is what they get. we have a digital proofing process that the customer has to approve before production will start. once the product...
  16. Wall banner frame - 26' x 26' mesh banner

    Do you mean like the Lind spring frame system? https://www.lindsignspring.com/installation-instructions
  17. What kind of Work Truck do you have?

    There are several threads about this. it depends on what you are using it for and what you are able to get together. https://signs101.com/threads/my-new-sign-installation-command-center-aka-sicc-vehicle-haha.131543/
  18. Jeep Roof Wrap

    take a small piece of material and apply to the roof, see what happens. NOTE: That is a horizontal surface, it will FAIL. Make sure all parties understand this!
  19. I have machine & Gravostyle Software.

    Bert Wondervan 1. That is correct, you need to have a paid membership to sell equipment on this forum. https://signs101.com/pember/membership-new 2. You have listed GERMANY as your location, most of the members here are located in the USA.
  20. In search of new engraver

    go to the Printing United trade show (SGIA) in Dallas. They will have vendors there and ALWAYS have the best pricing on the show floors https://www.printingunited.com/events
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