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  1. Engineering drawings for permit?

    You are totally correct, it gets to the point where you almost want to stop during installations because of the hassles / time needed before the install ever starts on the simple projects like this one.
  2. How much concrete / Postecrete for a 6M flagpole?

    Bob is saying 18"w x 42"d the ratio we have always used isDig the hole so diameter of the hole is 3 times the width of the post (i.e., the hole for a 4” wood post should be about 12 inches wide). The depth of the hole should be 1/3-1/4 the post height above ground (i.e., a 6-foot tall would...
  3. Reflective Safety Stripes - Where can I get these?

    This is also what we do, saves a lot of time when installation happens since you are doing the entire door at once and not in strips
  4. using lamination for erase board?

    we have had done a fair amount of testing on this, especially for short term usage ( jumbo checks, time boards, etc...) ideally using the dry-erase lamination is best. HOWEVER, we found that Oracal 210 gloss, combined with vis-à-vis dry erase markers and the vis-à-vis cleaning fluid works very...
  5. Need Help Pricing

    for a 1 color cast plotter vinyl, we would be $376 + installation. the installation is unknown because whenever a customer is supplying the material you had better verify that it is clean and ready for application of vinyl.
  6. Shop Truck & Sign Transportation

    we use this method a lot, instead of plywood, we usually use a sheet of cor-plast since it is lighter and smoother surface for the future we are looking to get a full length rack that will take a 60" x 120" sheet of material
  7. Need a fresh perspective for this next move

    we run some of the VS-640 from Roland and this meets all of your criteria and wants. The other brands will also meet your criteria. Mutoh, Mimaki, HP, granted HP is not able to cut. the only time you will notice a smell is if you are running a true solvent machine or a 3rd party ink set. The...
  8. Fellers is too Funny.

    We also have looking into dipping, did a set of rims to see how it goes and so far it has been a positive result. there are several advantages over wrapping and you as the expert need to know the difference and what process is going to produce the best outcome.
  9. Flat rigid substrate 6.5' x 14'

    they quoted a larger sign that is cheaper? The material is seamless and rigid? granted it is not rigid but they could be quoting a banner that is tension mounted. Would appear to be rigid but allow for the seamless surface and size.
  10. Rant: Idiot employees who convert all text into outlines

    This and if there is some odd case where you still have to convert the text there are enough vendors who will do it for VERY cheap and will be ready when you get back into the office the next morning.
  11. Hire a professional next time

    They were going for the FULL BLEED effect with the background color
  12. How do you deal with clients that want their files

    Why do they want the files? Usually the only reason someone wants their files is if they are taking their business elsewhere. at which point you are already going to be loosing money. If they want a product you do not offer, then you send the needed file to the company doing the work. Its...
  13. Contract regarding PHYSICAL Printed Proofs?

    yup, this has saved us on several projects on the and well worth the piece of paper(s) and ink.
  14. Contract regarding PHYSICAL Printed Proofs?

    We supply a physical proof ONLY if the customer is paying for it. most of the proofs we do are digital. Even if a physical proof is purchased it is also sent via E-mail so there is always a trail proving when/what/how it was done regardless of how the proof is sent, all require confirmation and...
  15. Double-sided Wooden Sign with Panels

    they are wanting a Rolex for a Timex price
  16. New one: Nigerian Astronaut Scam

    always enjoy a good chuckle Seems this story have been used across several facets http://jalopnik.com/all-the-surprisingly-true-stuff-in-the-lost-in-space-ni-1759402815
  17. Installation Guide

    there is tread right now with some valuable tips in the correct installation methods http://www.signs101.com/forums/showthread.php?133182-Level-or-Parallel-for-parking-garage-signage
  18. Credit card processing fees

    this is entirely true that Intuit does tiered pricing. however, knowing how often I contact them for rate improvement and constantly monitoring the the processing fees. the rate I posted is for swiped cards
  19. Credit card processing fees

    a couple of points, you are overpaying for CC processing change to the SQUARE reader, it is 2.75% swiped we use Intuit which is synced with QB and we pay 1.85% depending on your state laws you can charge more for CC processing correct most people do NOT like paying more to use a card but...
  20. How many can relate?

    knock on wood nothing to that extent. The one that comes to mind the best was a 1.5 hr away install, get there plant the poles, frame mount and get everything ready for the faces and realize there is no fasteners OF ANY KIND (only thing in the truck was a small spoil of galvanized wire)...
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