Recommend some good 18oz banner material

[parrott]

We have been using Bantex 18oz for several years and love it. We have been getting it custom cut to 63"x75' for a job that we regularly run. Lately we have been getting out bid and the only option left is to research new materials. I am looking for something similar/comparable to Bantex 18oz.

Has anybody tried Advantage's 18oz Opti-Solve? If so, any reviews.

Thanks!

 

[FatCat]

I only use Bantex as well - FWIW I tried the Grimco brand stuff 15-16oz and it's just plain garbage. Contact BigFish (merchant member here) he usually has a lot of options on banner materials.

 

[CS-SignSupply-TT]

parrott, try these companies on for size, samples, and service. They are manufacturers, so if you run into an issue, please let me know. TOP VALUE FABRICS, Jeff Nonte, 866-526-0105 SEATTLE TEXTILES, Scott Kaczmarek, 206-233-0595, CAMBRIDGE CANVAS (aka BANDANA BANNER), Mike "Holtzy" Holtzenberger, 800-265-8151

 

[BigfishDM]

This is a great product made by Ultraflexx, it might cost a little more but its really good stuff.

Pole Banner 18 oz

Pole Banner Pro 18oz is a heavy duty blockout banner material for indoor or outdoor applications. Its uniquely woven 1000 x 1000 scrim provides strength and stability under harsh weather conditions. Pole Banner Pro 18oz is designed for two sided applications where complete opacity is necessary. Both sides have a matte finish and are compatible with eco solvent, latex, solvent and UV inks. This product is available in widths ranging from 38” to 196”.

 

[WYLDGFI]

The Herculite is usually my go-to material for that kind of need. The issue with it is the limited sizes available...typically 54 and 75 in widths. BUT I do think it is superior to the ultraflexx.
Pole banner seems to be a new product so the jury is out on it still. We got some in to print on recently and am awaiting that first job for it.

 

[cdiesel]

We've been using Ultraflex's UltraBlockout Pro. It's 20 oz, prints beautifully and is super strong.