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  • where can i source sliding brackets for signs?

    Posted by Clive Darbon on 21 March 2007 at 13:11

    Hi Folks

    I need to find some simple brackets which I can attach to the face of a sign (probably dibond) so the customer can then slide in changing opening times. If anyone knows of something that exists that can be purchased from a DIY establishment or have invented something themselves would be much appreciated. I sort of visualise something in aluminium like a channel, but not bulky. Many thanks in advance.

    Spooky

    Martin Pearson replied 18 years, 6 months ago 3 Members · 6 Replies
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  • Martin Pearson

    Member
    21 March 2007 at 13:21

    What sort of size are we talking because B&Q sell short lengths(1mtr) of aluminium in a "U" shape at different sizes. A strip of this on its side fitted with VHB tape would do the trick.

  • Fred McLean

    Member
    21 March 2007 at 13:25

    Try some of the alum companies for an extrusion called
    WALLBOARD CHANNEL comes in 3 or 5 mm gaps for more of a word!

  • Martin Pearson

    Member
    21 March 2007 at 13:39

    Fred does wallboard channel not have a groove either side so you can join 2 boards together? Great if you want to make up something with a series of sliding panels.

  • Clive Darbon

    Member
    21 March 2007 at 13:40

    Thanks both, that sounds promising. A ‘U’ shaped channel would do the trick, and I also think that the best way to attach it would be using VHB. It doesn’t have to be very big as the sliding panels will only be approx 60 – 70mm deep by whatever width I decide to do the sign (approx 600mm). Next stop B&Q!

  • Fred McLean

    Member
    21 March 2007 at 13:56

    Martin,

    there is also a single grooved extrusion which is spot on
    for interchangeable applications.

  • Martin Pearson

    Member
    21 March 2007 at 13:58

    Thanks for that Fred, I suppose that would be to fit on the end board to protect the edges.

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