Robert1975 0 Posted September 17, 2011 Hi guys We are starting a 2nd side business that flows in well with our main business, we are researching in buying the Roland Versacamm VS300 printer/cutter. We need to make a promo sign for the front of our shop, a sign on 2 steel poles, we got some quotes for an aluminum laminated promo sign but I was wondering if we could/should do it ourselves when we have the VS 300. Is it possible or the norm to apply vinyl to a sheet of metal of some sort? Sorry if its a silly question but i couldnt find info on this. If its perfectly normal to do it, i would imagine we would: 1. print/cut the design to size to match the metal 2. Laminate it also for added protection 3. apply it to the metal 4. bolt it to a timber of some sort when applying it to the steel poles is this correct or doesnt vinyl apply well to metal? is aluminum good for vinyl? or is there a better cheaper metal to use for applying vinyl for signage? thnaks guys. if my idea is normal, i will post up some pics when its done but i need some guidance on this 1st. Robert Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert1975 0 Posted September 17, 2011 I just saw the sign making company quoted on Aluminum Composite material. Im not sure if they direct print them or also use vinyl. Is vinyl good on aluminum composite? Hope you can help. Thanks Robert Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert1975 0 Posted September 17, 2011 from further research, i think all these signs are made on vinyl applied to aluminum composite sheets right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfought 120 Posted September 17, 2011 that is how i do it every day. but i use max metal so i do not have to prep the metal in anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert1975 0 Posted September 17, 2011 thanks for replying jfought. i will look into this max metal. is it readily available? how do u have to prep aluminum composite? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfought 120 Posted September 17, 2011 max metal is from any supplier almost. i get it from Grimco for 4x8 for 64.00. with aluminum you have to make sure that you clean it well. or the vinyl will not stick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert1975 0 Posted September 18, 2011 Thanks mate!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert1975 0 Posted September 18, 2011 I wonder of its called Max Metal in Australia??? Cant see it here anywhere Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
derrick1217 2 Posted June 2, 2012 Just went to an art show and saw a picture transferred on metal the artist was explain to me the process was done with a heat press and special ink? Is this the material used? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markvvq 14 Posted June 3, 2012 Just went to an art show and saw a picture transferred on metal the artist was explain to me the process was done with a heat press and special ink? Is this the material used? Sounds like sublimation to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slice&dice 2,450 Posted June 3, 2012 maxMetal is also known in our industry as DiBond Share this post Link to post Share on other sites