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  1. Asking for opinions...drop trowel & show me yours

    we have never been a fan of the 3M options, any of them switched from Oracal 3751RA to the Arlon SLX, been very pleased with the switch. Vivid prints, installers love it, very conformable and is holding up well
  2. When to give price breaks?

    we also do the QTY breaks, they order 25 it is XXXXX per unit, they order 100 it is XXX per unit. in addition, we try to explain that pricing is based on the amount of material used per order. my preferred example is milk in the grocery store, you can buy a pint of milk and can buy it...
  3. price check please

    Granted your price is more than we would charge, it is reasonable. I would be interested in comparing the 2 products to ensure they are the same
  4. Need a print vinyl that NO light shines through

    These windows are in TX, and facing West?..... would really be cautious about applying full coverage graphics directly to the window. I would suggest block out curtains, like hotel/ motels. you can still apply graphics, but do not rely on the applied graphics to block out the sun
  5. New Guy Suggested Equipment for Specific Job

    if you are focused on bringing it in house, contact BigfishDM he sells both the equipment and media. should be able to go over the criteria and make suggestions on what will work.
  6. Design proof color issues.

    We have a Pantone CMYK color fan book and the customer picks from. We also have printed color samples in the office, using the same colors on the most common material and showing people what each material can do to the colors. when we send out designs for review, ALL emails state Color...
  7. Looking for BRAILLE placards wholesale to the trade

    That looks like CNC into a piece of White/Blue Plastic or Acrylic. FYI: you need to check that braille closely, to make sure the current signs are compliant with ADA. 703.3 Braille. Braille shall be contracted (Grade 2) and shall comply with 703.3 and 703.4. 703.3.1 Dimensions and...
  8. Looking for BRAILLE placards wholesale to the trade

    Before recommendation can happen, need to know the type of ADA construction you are looking for Raster Beads Photopolymer Aluminum ETC. are you looking for "standard" or "custom" color, shape, design, function (room ID, changeable information, exterior grade, vandal resistant, etc.) These...
  9. It's Crooked

    one of our installs is noted for his snarky comebacks. "it is crooked" usually gets then you better stop looking Tilt your head the other way If you stood up straight, you could see better don't slouch the spelling one always sends a shiver, even if I know it is right
  10. Heat Press vinyl and custom heat transfers

    stahls is very helpful and have a full range of products and materials
  11. Custom flags recommendations ?

    WS Displays ABA from Utah
  12. Rant What do you think? Van vinyl

    so they scratched and damaged the paint during removal and then tried to cover it up with the new material? What is your involvement with this? he needs to go back and have them fix it all. Hopefully, he has before and after photos of what happened The paint is chipped off is because the paint...
  13. How high can I install an aluminium sign?

    the location tag list South Africa, so I am assuming it is a language difference http://blog.mutualscrew.com/2015/07/07/what-are-coach-screws/ the mention of stretched PVC, makes me think of banner. as mentioned the frame MUST BE SECURE if you are using a "banner" material again make sure it...
  14. How's about this one?

    Our sales guy has several replies for people like this. "from the DETAILS you have provided, I can estimate the sign will cost more than one dollar" " I only work on number trades, you give me numbers, I give you numbers. Until you give me all the numbers, I can't give you numbers"
  15. March Madness Maxmetal

    very true, while there is no residue. IT IS ON THERE!!! https://signs101.com/threads/peeling-liner-from-acrylic-sheet.143707/#post-1357116 we use 2 different core sizes small for acrylic large for ACM VERY EASY AND QUICK, just be careful on how you pull the trigger, it can launch the pieces...
  16. March Madness Maxmetal

    We have been using Reece for substrates lately. https://www.reecesupply.com/2320242/Product/REECE%20Alucosun%20Premium%20.30mm%20White%204x8x3mm Our rep was very aggressive and when we purchase a minimum of 25 sheets per order, we have contract pricing. MUCH BETTER than Grimco, even when...
  17. Need Help 4 x 4 post brackets

    agree, looks like they took 2 posts to beam brackets and turned them 90*
  18. How do you handle "forgot to tell you" mid project

    We try to be diligent on estimates because of situations like this. listing that ANY changes will stop the process and be handled as needed. Also listing the price, timeframe, material, Etc. are subject to change with each change. for those who argue that because you started, you agreed and...
  19. Suggestions Printable Reflective & NFPA 1901?

    Thanks which version(s) is compliant? The Fellers site only list IJ680 as compliant Also found on google that SVI claims the IJ680 is compliant. https://svigraphics.com/custom-vinyl-graphics/reflective-chevron-panels/# ORAFOL ORALITE V98 is already pre-made chevron.
  20. Suggestions Printable Reflective & NFPA 1901?

    What brands of reflective are compliant to the NFPA 1901 Specs and can also printed onto with EcoSol? I know that 3M Scotchlite IJ680CR does, curious if any other option also does.
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