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  1. aluminum parking sign blank distributor in Canada

    Hi, I'm looking for a distributor in Canada for aluminum parking sign blank that is reflective. I need the 12in x 18in size with 0.60 thick aluminum. Some of my distributor have them, but not with the reflective. Or maybe a wholesaler that can make me 10 units of the finished product. It's easy...
  2. oracal 3640 vs oracal 3850

    I had this customer that wanted his small backlit sign done (repeat customer). I did not had oracal 3850 left in stock so I printed it on 3640 with the 3850 profile. After compared it to and exact same piece I had in stock (with and without backlit), I did not notice any difference in colors or...
  3. how to make double sided stickers

    I have a customer that have a security business and he want double sided stickers that he can put on windows like the one we could see for ADT or credit card in store. Size would be small like 3in X 5in. How would you proceed to make this? If you suggest to outsource, I have to mention that I'm...
  4. outdoor pattern paper for signs

    Hi, I was wondering what everybody is using as pattern paper for outdoor sign installation. I've heard some use tyvek, but I would like to have other options. Thanks. Ben
  5. what do you think of this kickstarter item?

    Just found this on the web. Seems to be a good startup combo for small items. What do you think? https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/224743317/stepcraft-2-universal-desktop-cnc-3d-printer-for-e?ref=nav_search
  6. Does anyone know where I can get this product

    Does anyone know where I can get this product? Or does any one ever tried it? Seems interesting. http://youtu.be/3FBaK4f9hho
  7. What sign material does a laser can cut?

    I'm planing to get a laser to mainly cut/engrave on acrylic. Since I will have the machine, I was wondering what other sign product I would be able to cut or engrave. I will have a 5x10 table with a 90w and 150w laser tube. I know I can't cut vinyl, but is there a material I could print on with...
  8. Best drill bit for acrylic and polycarbonate?

    Like the title says, what drill bit do you use for acrylic and polycarbonate? I would like to find something that will make a clear hole without using lubricant if possible. Thanks. Ben
  9. banding problem with L26500

    Hi, I have an HP L26500 with caldera 9.2 rip and no matter what I do, I have banding in my darks colors (more visible in black) at 8 passes. If I print at 10 passes I need to check the print at a certain angle to barely see the banding (my wife do not see them). All my print heads are new (still...
  10. cut non pvc vinyl with laser

    I was wondering if i lay down a non pvc vinyl on acrylic and cut it with a laser, do I still have chances to mess the laser like regular vinyl? If yes, what would be to other option other than paint or direct print with a flatbed?
  11. Caldera v9 to v10: does it worth it?

    I currently have Caldera visualrip+ v9 and just got an email that the v10 just came out. Does it really worth it to pay the 1700$ they asking for to upgrade it? I've checked the ''improvement list'' and other than the ''print board'' option, it seems to be the same thing. We are only 2 in the...
  12. Font ID I'm not sure

    does someone can tell me what is that font? I'm thinking ''nokio'', but I'm sure it's not right.
  13. Does anyone tried Orajet 3981RA?

    Does anyone tried the Orajet 3981RA yet? It look to be the comparable to 3M 480 series. How does it compared?
  14. edge lift vinyl on substrate question

    Hi, I don't have a flatbed printer, so then I need to apply vinyl to substrate. Sometime, the vinyl on the corners lift from the substrate after my custumer install his sign. How do you manage this to prevent it?
  15. Limac laser VS big bands

    I've contacted Limac that is a merchant member here. I understand that CNC routing is their specialty, but I'm looking for a laser. I've been quoted for a 4ftX3ft table, 80w, industrial water chiller, red ray positioning, automatic focus, up/down clump table and rotary axis. The price is...
  16. 3M Dinoc install on painted surface problem

    I've got this install of 3M Dinoc material on a painted wall. Everything have been ok for the first 1300 sqft except if we stick the material on the wall without apply too much of presure and pull it off the paint come of the wall with the material. So we needed to take extra care when install...
  17. real difference between a 3k$ laminator and 12k$ laminator

    Hi, I would like to know what is the difference between a 3k$ (ex: ustech) and a 12$ (ex: kala mistral) laminator. Does the price difference is really justified? Thanks.
  18. chrome vinyl to cut or print for boat

    Hi, I've made some research, but I did not find a specific answer. I'm looking for a chrome look vinyl that will be contour cut and installed on a boat. And since I'm here, I would also like to find a chrome vinyl that is printable with my latex printer. What would you suggest? Thank you.
  19. covering tiles with vinyl

    I have a customer that have a restaurant at an amusement park. He want me to cover the tiles on the front of his countertop with vinyl (or other products). The first one is 215inX6in and the second one 180inX6in. The tiles are very small (1sq/inch). Again, the tile is outside. What...
  20. Cut large rectangle with my summa

    Hi folks! I have to cut large rectangle with my summa D160R. The material is 3M Dinoc and I have to cut 3 rectangles of 14inX240in (20ft) of a 48in wide roll. Is it possible? Could I use the flexcut feature? I have 6 sheets like this to do. What do you think?
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