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  1. Reflective Vinyl Banner Materials

    Hi, We are getting requests for roll-up construction signs from the city. We are getting a Roland TruVis VG3-540 with a dryer for banners. I know there is reflective and non-reflective banner construction signs. But I need to know the banner material that is used for reflective vinyl banner for...
  2. Need Help 20x40 Fabric banner

    Hey all, I am looking for a supplier that can print a 20ft tall x 40ft wide fabric banner that is not see through. Would need some sort of grommet option on top. My customer wants to do an unveiling and either pull it to a side or just let it drop to reveal what is behind the covering. I...
  3. Banner printing - Mimaki c jv30-100

    Hello All ive been running my business a for a few years printing posters/stickers and car graphics. I am currently branching out into PVC banners, I did a test print and found the print looks bit washed out compared to standard vinyl and poster paper. can you give any advice on spec switches...
  4. Banner printing - Mimaki cjv30-100

    Hello All ive been running my business a for a few years printing posters/stickers and car graphics. I am currently branching out into PVC banners, I did a test print and found the print looks bit washed out compared to standard vinyl and poster paper. can you give any advice on spec switches...
  5. Tips for banner printing - Mimaki cjv30-100

    Hello All ive been running my business a for a few years printing posters/stickers and car graphics. I am currently branching out into PVC banners, I did a test print and found the print looks bit washed out compared to standard vinyl and poster paper. can you give any advice on spec switches...
  6. 20' w x 4' h vinyl banner sign mounting question

    Does anyone know of a better way to mount a vinyl banner sign to a concrete wall. A customer called because the banner they had on their building tore and ripped itself from the building because of high wind came through not to long ago. It had been on the building for about 1 year. The company...
  7. How to avoid rippling on RMO media (Canon Arizona 1360)

    Canon Arizona 1360 operator here. I am struggling with long banner prints on 54" reinforced banner vinyl, 13 oz weight. No matter how tight I pull the edges of the roll when loading it, the material starts to ripple in the middle when a banner is more than halfway done, sometimes nearly...
  8. Canon/Oce Arizona 1300 series - Repeated Roll Motion Errors with RMO

    The print shop I work at uses the Roll Media Option on the Arizona 1360 UV flatbed to print banners. So here's the latest problem. If you have this machine then you know how tricky/annoying it is with the foot pedal controls for the roll media load/unload process. If you press one of the two...
  9. Outdoor Use--> Mesh Banner on Retractable Banner Stand (?)

    Evening All; I have a hospital that needs a signage solution outside their ER ASAP. They currently have A-Frames and need something that will stand out and get noticed. I'm limited on what I can offer with a 24 hour turn. No place to hang a banner or install a banner stand. Whatever I...
  10. Colorado 1650 banner, how?

    I've seen some people mention running banner material on the Colorado 1640/1650, but i cant find specifics on types of banner or thickness etc, and if theres any issues connected to it with setting it up. I want to try it but i worry ill bust a printhead in the attempt! any advice/experiences...
  11. how to make a dimensional banner (ribbon)

    this is a quick and easy project that can add a personal touch to a sign to give it a little body and 3-D look. quick, easy and very cost effective. with a little practice, this technique can add a lot of character to your sign. DIY PVC Banner .
  12. Need Help Grommet placement into reinforced stitching

    Good afternoon Signs101 - long time, no see! Since the shop is...a bit slow right now, I've been working on SOPs for production and finishing and I've come across one of those subjects that is apparently a controversy here in our shop - where to place grommets in relationship to the webbing in...
  13. Rant Customer wants to see $1M proof of insurance for $48 banner

    I received an email yesterday from a customer who needs proof of $1 million liability insurance before they will pay for a $48 banner that was ordered in May. ...REALLY? I'm not installing it and I know they price shopped me with some online options. My other option is to sign a waiver, which I...
  14. Need Help HP Latex 570 Double Sided Printing Autoline Detection

    Every so often the autoline detection works properly. More often than not, however, it doesn't find the line on side B. Does anyone have any advice on how to get this feature to function consistently?
  15. Just In Gradutation Signs

    Are you guys selling graduation signs? https://www.firesprint.com/graduation/products/ Since the students can't have a ceremony or a party this year, a personalized yard sign is more important than ever! Here's a graphic for you to freely use for your own marketing whether you buy from us or...
  16. For Sale HP LATEX 360 PRINTER 64" **FINANCING AVAILABLE**TRADE IN TRADE UP**

    HP LATEX 360 PRINTER 64" prints from vehicle graphics, to stunning outdoor displays, textiles, and more with high-quality, durable prints provide scratch resistance comparable to hard-solvent inks. ***FINANCING AVAILABLE***TRADE IN TRADE UP**** Contact us for more information...
  17. Damaged Banner Cores

    In running high volume banners, I keep running into damaged banner cores. The more severe damage prevents us from sliding the roll of banner onto the printers' spindle. I'm looking for a tool that will allow me to repair the inside of the damaged cores so I don't have to exchange rolls...
  18. Sample Kits?

    Do you guys stock sample kits from your favorite suppliers? I like to think ours at FireSprint is pretty cool! The individual samples inside are unbranded so you can show your customers. Get one today: https://www.firesprint.com/sample-kit/ Use the promo code SAMPLE15 to get yours today!
  19. ISO 48" mesh banner with PVC backer

    I am looking for a roll or two of 8oz mesh banner, 48" width. Not having any luck with my usual suppliers so I'm hoping that someone may have a roll or two laying around that they would sell or have a contact/supplier for a roll of this width. USCutter advertises an Ultraflex roll but they are...
  20. Question Looking for Aluminum Fabric (see picture)

    We have a client that came in with a sample square of "Aluminum Fabric" which is a white fabric that has a shiny metallic coating on the front. This isn't a vinyl banner material as you can see the interlocking threads and the material is rather soft and pliable. We're wondering if there is a...
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