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#acrylic

  1. Thinner acrylic or alternative substrate?

    We need some suggestions for workflow -and- tools when working with acrylic .375" to .5" thick 48x96" sheets. We almost exclusively do second surface printing with this substrate. Clearly weight is a factor and the thicker it is the more it weighs. This weight problem can lead to issues loading...
  2. Where to find Hanger Bars/Strips?

    Does anyone know if and where I could buy pre-made hanger bars (hanger strips) for a large backlit sign box that I'm making a new face for? EX-13 frame. 4' x 21'. There used to be a company/product called "Quick Strip", that offered both acrylic and polycarb bars but I can't find them...
  3. Plexibend

    Acrylic/Plexiglas Bending Machine

    Proudly manufactured in North America, Plexibend is top-rated Industrial Grade Plexiglas, Lexan, Acrylic, PVC, Cast Sheet, ABS softening and bending machine. Industrial Grade Heavy Duty Strip Heater to heat and bend material (plastic, plexiglas, lexan, acrylic, cash sheet) up to 1/2″ thick...
  4. Where to get fancy ADA signage?

    Hey All, We have an interesting request for ADA signs that are more intricate than your regular fair. There are 2 spec drawings here - any one know where to get these? Thank you for the help!
  5. Need Help Where to get acrylic light bases?

    Hey All - We recently received an order for some decorative acrylic signage. We will be engraving clear acrylic and placing it on an LED base that lights up the graphic. We've been able to find plenty of options for these light bases but only in small sizes. We need a width of 24" - 30" - any...
  6. Need Help Golden acrylic

    Hi Does anyone know a company that sells Golden Acrylic? I need it for a customer.
  7. Need Help Silicone failure? Opinions needed!

    We are a sign shop located in New Orleans, LA. A popular type of sign that we have been producing in the last few years is a painted aluminum cabinet sign with dimensional acrylic lettering. We attach the acrylic lettering to the face of the aluminum cabinet with double sided tape (3m VHB) and...
  8. Is 1/2" acrylic an appropriate to use for a sign panel?

    Hello Signs 101, We are trying out different materials for signs panels to find the most reliable & weather resistant. Is 1/2" acrylic appropriate to use as a sign panel? What types of hardware are the best to hang it with? Does it bow or crack with sun exposure? Any confirmation or suggestions...
  9. Acrylic Bender

    Sold 7/27/2018 Ovili 1301 Single element bender 51" wide. Can handle 1/64 - 1/4" material. Temperature and time control. New condition New lower price $500 joee@refurbsupplies.com 207-333-6704
  10. Glue for acrylic application

    Hello everyone, We want to build display boxes with acrylic. The initial dimensions will be 6"x6"x12"h, using 1/4" clear acrylic. We are planning to do as following: - Cut the 5 pieces to size (4 sides and bottom) - Mount them together with glue Here comes my questions, which glue or...
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