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Recent content by Prairieboy

  1. What Lubrication should be used on Hp Latex machines

    I have been using a synthetic Gun oil for the Carriage rail has worked out really good, doesn't gum up or dry out. Go down to your local Gun shop and buy their best synthetic gun oil, it will be rated for higher temps than the L26500 will produce. Cheers
  2. Job Dockets / work tickets

    Hi everyone Wanting to change my docket system and looking for ideas as to what other shops are is using. If anyone wants to share a PDF of there docket or work ticket that would be wonderful. Thanks
  3. HP Scitex FB500 convertiable flatbed

    I thinking of a new convertiable flatbed the HP Scitex FB500 seems to have the features I want, but would like to know of any problem any users have had with this machine. As with any product the sales staff think there printers are the best so I am hoping for some real world insite. :thankyou:
  4. need new computer

    Before you jump into a purchase you should question ? What software do you use and are you going to upgrade it. As well are you planning to use the new computer to design as well as run your printers , cutters etc.... many things to consider. I have just purchased a new i-7 860 8 gig ram 1...
  5. SELLING ONLINE (like signarama)

    The idea is not new check out these sites. www.vistaprint.com www.buildasign.com This is not the market I want to be in. :noway: Local sales will keep your business going if you provide a good product and great service
  6. Hello EH!

    :Welcome: Great to see another Canadian aboard :Canada 2:
  7. Adding a background to a image ..

    If you want a variable data program try " www.XMPIE.com " they have software we have used for digital xerox prints but not in our wide format printers check out ther web site.
  8. Discounts for Charities or Non-Profits??

    I don't believe in giving away my work but there are benifets in working with non profit events. With any discounts you give for charity comes your chance to advertise your products. This is a way to bring in more business, any time I have helped out with some promontional signage or printing I...
  9. Banner Installation

    Thanks for the input, They won't let me put any screws or fastners into the building but I did convince the customer to go with window decals instead of a banner will look way nicer. So problem solved but not really.
  10. Banner Installation

    That is great advice I can't agree more, I have offered other ideas but come up against the wall of no compromise I think I will walk from this one. Thanks :banghead:
  11. Banner Installation

    Hi all !! I have a customer who wants a 10' x 4' banner installed in front of there store, problem is they say the owner of the building won't allow any permanent fastners used on the structure. I don't feel using an adhesive backed hook would hold in the wind. I would have to attach to the...
  12. Then there's snow.................

    :omg2:I thought you would like to see some great snow pics :Canada:
  13. What surface are you cutting on

    I got the 100 inch Javlin model it retails between $500.- $800 us it is sold by many suppliers. Cuts lazer straight if you have a lot of triming it's the only way to go
  14. What surface are you cutting on

    I agree the glass top table is a great surface to work on but I just purchased a new JavlinCutter and man It's the Cat's Meow. I don't know how I cut long banners with out it.
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