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  1. Need adhesive ideas for foam PVC

    I have a customer that is looking to have us replace some foam PVC signage for a motel that they are in the process of fixing up. The Motel 6 sign is 1/8" PVC mounted onto a solid, flat surface, which is the fixture that you can see a portion of in the photo. It appears the original Motel 6 sign...
  2. Lord Adhesive failure, any advice?

    I was gluing 2" aluminum angle to acm to make returns. Used Lord's 406/19 (not expired). Lightly scuffed the angle and wiped it with ispropyl. Same for the acm. Squeezed out a mixing nozzle's worth first to ensure full mix. Clamped for 24 hours. Today I went to move the sign and the pieces...
  3. Need Help self adhesive canvas?

    Hi Everyone! I'm looking for a canvas/polyester like material that is adhesive. Is that such a thing? I have an design jet z9 so it would need to be something that works with a thermal printer. Preferably by the roll (24" wide) Appreciate any help! Thanks!
  4. Clear 'granules' between in adhesive layer of Lintec

    Some of our team is on site to install hundreds of sheets of UV printed Lintec onto glass, and they found that almost every single piece of Lintec has what they describe as 'clear granules' in the adhesive layer, between the backer and the material. They're practically invisible when viewed from...
  5. Suggestions Looking for satin / luster look adhesive material

    I am tasked with redoing some panels that have been overlaid with some adhesive material with a luster look, similar to a photo paper, but adhesive. Not sure if we will be able to find out what was used originally, so looking for suggestions / alternatives. The backing on the original material...
  6. Best vinyl for metal kegs

    I am curious if anyone has any advice for the best type of digital/print vinyl/adhesive to use with metal kegs. Being that kegs sweat I wonder if one vinyl is superior to another.
  7. Question The best self-adhesive for labels

    Hello, I am looking for the best possible materials for the stickers my company produce. We are making name label stickers - usage is labeling clothes, shoes, food containers, water bottles, toys etc. We use Roland large format printers and Summa cutters. We are looking for a self-adhesive...
  8. Bonding polymetal to concrete?

    Any suggestions for adhesive (or VHB tape) to use for mounting a 16"x68" polymetal (brushed gold) sign to an exterior smooth concrete face? Thanks!
  9. Custom Printed Adhesive Floor Mats for Dealership

    I have a car dealership that is wanting to start purchasing some plastic adhesive floor mats from me. What they are currently getting is 4mil, clear plastic with their Logo printed on it in full color. They tell me there are about 500 mats on a roll with an adhesive on one side. I am having...
  10. recommend vinyl

    can someone recommend a clear vinyl plus laminate that can print on a solvent printer with a combination to be about 3 mil. Will print white then color on top then laminate .Dont need air release adhesive for vertical install . Looking for mid quality like oracale level.
  11. How would you wrap this trailer?

    Hi all, long time listener/first time caller. I searched and searched but did not find so if this is already covered please forgive and redirect me.... The client wants to wrap this trailer with some BIG screws all over it. Can it even be done?! Should I just tell him we need to do some panels...
  12. Channel Bond & Resin Bond Christmas Special

    From now until Christmas ONLY!.... Channel Bond & Resin Bond - Christmas Special Applications Involving Large Sign Faces & Channel Letters We're offering a bundle Channel Bond & Resin Bond Special. If you're in need of an adhesive to bond polycarbonate to polycarbonate, Plasco Trim Cap (For...
  13. Standoff letters and logo adhesive for mounts?

    Hi all! what adhesive should i use for 12mm Makrolon water jet cut, vinyl backed letters. I backed the letters with 3M 80 series. I'm using standard locators (see image). It the male fixing to the vinyl on the back of the letter i need to sort. It's an outside sign. 3M vhb tape? Hot glue gun? or...
  14. Glue for adhering metal laminate to Sintra

    What is the best kind of glue to use when adhering a metal laminate sheet (aluminium base) to a sintra board for routing of a plaque? Thank you all!:thankyou:
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