Exterior, Secure, Changeable Display/Cabinet

[Signstein]

I'm looking for a better replacement for an exterior sign on which I'm currently applying new decals every couple months. I'm hoping to find a low profile display cabinet that has a lockable hinged door.
Has anyone worked with Allen Display or used something like this in the past?

1 Door 36

www.allendisplay.com

Thanks!

 

[JBurton]

Just something to consider, you'll need to mount your typical vinyl to some sort of substrate, that's like a covered cork board inside. Also, your print and panel will have to be smaller than the opening to fit inside.

 

[Signstein]

Just something to consider, you'll need to mount your typical vinyl to some sort of substrate, that's like a covered cork board inside. Also, your print and panel will have to be smaller than the opening to fit inside.

Good points - I just found a lockable, exterior snap frame which would also work (plus obviate the need for a separate panel). I could just print on my usual waterproof paper.
Hoping to hear from others who may have installed or used something like these before. Do they hold up okay with repeated use? Is an allen wrench "key" sufficient to deter vandals?

 

[JBurton]

Do they hold up okay with repeated use? Is an allen wrench "key" sufficient to deter vandals?

Just from the ones I've messed with, inside a clinic, they are typically robust, and the key prevents vandals that are 90% inspired by impulse. Ain't no kids running around with a 1/4" allen in their pocket ready to f*ck sh*t up. At least not around here.
But others may have better insight!

 

[Signstein]

Ha! We have a college campus next to us so we are regularly finding signs have been stolen, swapped places, vandalized, etc. I once had a simple parking sign "reinstalled" for me with 6 lag screws.
My foreman has told me stories about signs being returned years after they went missing - the college kids seemingly get tired of dragging their stolen signs from apt. to apt.