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  1. Exterior substrate

    Hi all, I have a question about exterior substrate to use. I have to paint the body to match existing trim then a black border. Then need to mount plastic formed letters to substrate.. Finally mount to block wall. Customer requested sign to be about an inch off wall. Discussed 1 inch tubing...
  2. Real Estate L Sign/Post w/Rider

    Hi All, I'm looking for a vendor that carries L shape real estate sign/posts with the option of placing a rider on top for a real estate client. I'm located in Northern NJ and the usual cast of characters do not carry them. Thanks in advance for any help. Murph
  3. Vinyl Application and Designing

    Hi There, When working with a design that has multiple colors overlapping each other, should I install them as stated over one another? Or should I "intersect" or "subtract front minus back" so the pieces fit together like a puzzle? Thank you for any feedback as it's all valuable. Murph
  4. What profile to use for Avery IPM 2100 Gloss

    Hi All, Trying to print to Avery IPM 2100 Gloss Permanent Print Film on my HP5500PS with UV Inks... My question is what profile to use for this gloss material as I'm unable to find anything online either with Avery, My Vendor that I bought it from (they are currently closed 10:30 EST) and I...
  5. HPDesignjet 5500PS Print Head Problem

    Hi All, Need some suggestions to resolve print head replacement errors... Several days ago, after replacing the magenta ink cartridge, the printer decided it no longer liked the yellow print head.. OK, I happened to have a new one in stock, so I changed it... At first, the printer accepted the...
  6. Mobil 1 Contact

    Hi All, Has anyone worked with the new bottle shots for Mobil 1 Lube Express Franchisees? Anyone have a contact at Mobil Exxon that may be able to help with the artwork? Thanks, Brendan
  7. Jexar 10oz Water Fast Scrim Banner with HP5500ps UV Ink

    Hi all, I printed a banner the other day on my hp5500ps with uv ink on said product, jexar 10oz water fast scrim vinyl banner from fellers... Well, a little drizzle/rain hit the sign and ran.... As the banner is only going to be up for about a month, i didn't laminate. Called fellers, they...
  8. Need tips on mouting large format print job

    Hi All, I'm in deperate need of tips on mounting large format, 4'x8' print job to substrate without creasing... I've tried several techniques which were successful on the 3'x6' prints, but not with the 4'x8'.. We're going nuts, and I need to deliver soon... Any help would be greatly...
  9. 4x8 Wall Sign

    Hi All, Looking at a 4x8 wall sign on a brick wall... I was thinking of using aluminum with vinyl lettering... I see there are choices and not sure what the difference is between them.. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks.. Sheets Anodized Mill Finish Painted
  10. Brick Facade, what to use

    Hi guys, I have a client who's like a new sign on the outside of building... I need to obtain permit prior, and was thinking of using aluminum against a brick facade vs polycarb as the alum is lighter (?)..... What are your thoughts? What should I use to connect to the building? thanks, Brendan
  11. HP5500PS Questions - 1pm deadline looming

    Hi All, I have inherrited a 5500ps with UV inks about a year ago. My sign side of the business has been lite at best... I have a banner to print with a dead line of 1pm today. The material is lexar 10oz scrim from fellers. they say to use the UVHWCoatedPaperMax.icc which I can not find on...
  12. Looking for a Sign Supply Vendor

    Hi All, I'm looking for new vendor in Northern NJ, or delivers to Northern NJ for sign supplies... I've given up on Harbor freight... I'm still waiting for my items that were ordered on Tuesday.. I waited to call until today, because in the past it has taken them several days to deliver... So...
  13. Acrylic Panel - White 4x13

    Does anyone know of a supplier with 4x13 panels white acrylic for Island Signs (Strip Mall-Header).... Or of another material suitable for light behind...? Thanks...
  14. Chalking Sign

    Hey all, A Neighbor has signs on his building that were painted 15 years ago or more... The aluminum is now chalking, and he would like to have a face lift. I was hoping I could just paint over the old sign... How will the chalking effect, if any, the outcome...? I hoping not to prime... Is...
  15. HPDesignjet 5500ps wrap?

    Hey all, I have an HP 5500 ps with UV setup. Since wraps need to be laminated, would I be able to do wraps with this printer? Thanks.
  16. HPDesignjet 5500ps

    Hey all, New to the site and have found some great advice. Thank you to all for sharing. A friend of mine has several printers up for sale due to the loss of a great man, his father. The first up is a designjet 5500ps that I am very interested in, however, not sure if I will be able to get...
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