Recent content by Billct2

There are different qualities of MDO. Big box versions are not the same as a quality panel from a sign supplier

A cast laminated print on aluminum composite panel would be the obvious choice. But the print will fade after 5 years or so depending on exposure.

Then mounting tape sounds like the best option. Though I'd try to convince them to go with vinyl

Depending on size they could just be hung in the window with suction cup hooks. Or if heavier fron hooks in the frame. You may want something a little thicker though. If they're not up for a long time some banner tape on the top and in the corners would hold them

I have done some of that with acrylic but decorated it afterwards. Don't know how it could be done if it's already printed without wrecking the image. Hydo dipping would work

I ended up ordering it shipped overnight , job is behind already. It is more gold, SignGold looks brassy next to it. The only thing I don't like is the engine turn is a little too perfect. People were great to deal with.

I have a job to do that specs Large Engine Turn SignGold but it's out of stock everywhere that I've tried and at least 4 weeks out from the manufacturer. I'm going to look at RealGold. For those who've used it, does t look the same? Could I use the SignGold I have in stock on one door and...

I just hold a straight edge across, measure the amount of arc and go with that. Print one paper pattern to confirm

Why polycarbonate if it has to match the paint? Make a pan using .063 or ACM and paint to match. Mount letters with thru bolt studs. Mount clips to wall with proper fasteners and then screw or pop rivet face on the edge

Like others said, you did it backwards and way too diverse in expensive machines. Doesn't even sound like you're in the "sign" business. I guess the best you can do is an analysis of what makes money and focus on those. If you can't drum up work for the other machines you may have to cut your...

Last time I priced 6" galvanized pipe for a bollard install like this I was shocked, it was hundreds. If you're pricing it without install how do you handle the bollard w/uchannel? Do you just supply the parts or do you have to provide the bollard with uchannel concreted in place? Either way...

If you want to be safe do 1.5" HDU with a backer panel cut from 6mm ACM or a couple aluminum angles. That will help if anyone tries to grab it. But most wouldn't use anything at that size.

My installer has received tips a few times. Not a regular thing at all though

First trace the letters on paper. Place the pattern on corrugated cardboard the use short pointy studs in the letters, line up an press. Then mark hole with a marker. If you want you can spray glue the paper to the card so you now have a nice stiff tear proof pattern

If I could only choose one it would be the panel saw because it can cut many more materials. I was looking for an 8' stomp shear for a long time but they were rare and usually sold when I saw them. I had a chance to get a 4' shear from a shop that was closing and I'm really glad I did. It is...