[Daniel Evans]

Hi Simon

Thanks for that.

So I’ve have always thought that the top of the front and rear arches were a straight line, your graphics confirm that.

[Daniel Evans]

quote Kevin Mahoney:

I would have printed those side panels on clear poly all day long. Both sides would go into under 3 metres of 1370mm material, no weeding, no taping, less chance of being blown off with an over zealous jet washer, or picked at by boneheads, zero time to fit, only plotter job would be the doors. Personal preference I guess

Knifeless tape or have you made a template?

[Daniel Evans]

I would be more concerned that no one could read the contact details with big white blocks covering them. Although I can still make out the number but you really made me work for it [emoji16]

I’m with everyone else here, print the graphics and use the plotter to cut around the parts, no issues with the white not matching. I do like Kev’s idea with doing it in clear, I might try that.

[Daniel Evans]

I had something similar once.

I left my washing on the line in the boiling sun once for a couple of days and it did something like this, not the same pattern but seeing as the black tops look brown, I would put money on it being sun related.

I never left the clothes on the line again once they were dry, I learnt my lesson as some of the tops were expensive.

I would like to get to the bottom of it so I would buy another top, wear it and wash it and see what happens.

[Daniel Evans]

As a package it looks fantastic, well done.

[Daniel Evans]

OMG I hate you Kev.

Nevermind the great acrylic screen, I’m now thinking how rubbish my workshop looks compared to your place.

On another note, how did you build that curved wooden piece. I love it.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Jamie.

I called Metamark yesterday and they said they have nothing when I asked about floor graphics.

[Daniel Evans]

I’m currently at the same stage, I’ve not had a website in a long time but recently started working on a new one.

The thing for me is because I can do this kind of work and better than a lot of dedicated web designers I’ve seen but because I’m putting my name to it, I want it to be 100% perfect and I want that wow factor.

I’ve decided to do away with WordPress etc at the moment and build a straight html page. Customers don’t need to mess about with their website and they could ending screwing everything up in terms of SEO etc.

Fortunately for me, I know how to code and unlike many other that use a program or template so I can do pretty much do anything although I’m more than likely slower than someone who does this full time as I have to keep looking up stuff I’ve forgotten.

[Daniel Evans]

I’m lost.

So I understand go with the two part system but what brand / model number?

I understand the floorshark is only a 1 part so avoid that.

I’ve seen a few that have been out down and they vinyl looks terrible, Asda have some fitted recently that still look good and vibrant.

On another note and sorry to hijack this thread, is anyone doing labels for covid-19?

I’ve had an email passed to me form a client that a printer sent them about doing labels, I just don’t see what people will need the labels for in regards to covid 19?

[Daniel Evans]

Just finished with Worldpay.

I decided to go with the PAYG, paid over £200 for the machine and then paid fees on my usage.

I personally wouldn’t recommend them, they first off started charging me a monthly fee for something they signed me up to, when I challenged this after a year (took me that long to realise) i finally got a refund but I had to push for it.

I then got charges for not being PCI Compliant, it’s only a form you have to fill out but they give you so many passwords and logins that I kept forgetting what was what. You get billed £11.99 a month and I would end up getting 3 bills before I got it done, pretty much when I do the vat return.

Cheeky sods have it their T&C’s that you have to hand the terminal back even after I paid for it.

I now don’t bother and use stripe, they just use the computer to do it instead.

[Daniel Evans]

Thans Hugh

I get it now.

In regards to your depth of 80mm, is that the standard size?

I’ve also attached an image of the shop, I’ve got a couple of questions regarding fitting.

How would you fit a tray to this? Bearing in mind it’s split into sections and the brick wall above would make it difficult to drill / screw anything

I’m thinking of making the tray myself out of composite with stand off lettering or would you just buy it in?

I don’t really tend to do this kind of job and I’ve always bought in, but I have to learn at some point surly.

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[Daniel Evans]

Hi Hugh

Not sure I follow, could you email an example?

[Daniel Evans]

Steeltrack? Is that a keencut thing?

So an update on how I got on.

Bought a new 9mm knife which improved it straight away even using my old technique.

However, I now cut on the other side and only do 3 light scores which is enough to snap off.

Thanks everyone for your help and that 25mm knife can go in the bin.

[Daniel Evans]

I think I have every deburring tool mention here, the edge racer is the best in my opinion but only if you have a flat edge to begin with.

I also found the double edge deburring tool got caught and ended up making a mess.

I’ve been using the biggest knife possible here diy.com

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[Daniel Evans]

Ok, so to make sure I have this right.

Cut the board on the backside before applying the print and deburr, 3-4 strokes should do.

What knife are you using?

Thanks everyone

[Daniel Evans]

Hi David

Thank you, I understand now

It’s a brand new build so I should be fine although I’ll add that anyway for future quotes.

Thanks

Dan

[Daniel Evans]

Hi David

When you say "Be sure to make sure they understand the price is fitted if there’s no remedial work required"

What do you mean?

[Daniel Evans]

Hi David

That would be installed, I’m not qualified to do electrics so I would need to get someone in to do that part.

They were just rough figures I plucked out of the air but I thought it gave me a big enough scope to get their commitment on a certain sign,I just wasn’t sure whether it was accurate enough.

Would you say that was ok to go the client with then?

[Daniel Evans]

Thank Hugh

I’ve just done that.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Chris

I just wanted to confirm that I should hold my position.

The form idea is a good tip, i’ll try to make something similar up myself.

[Daniel Evans]

quote Dave Howieson:

quote Daniel Evans:

Is there such a thing?

The reason I ask is because I am fitting a large graphic to the rear 1/4 and back of a custom van.

To be fair the sides aren’t that bad but the back is a right ****.

I was thinking if it were a wrap, I would stretch the film to make it work, application tape however doesn’t allow me to stretch it to confirm to the curves.

If there isn’t then why not?

I was looking into this yesterday and found Hexis do an RTape Conformable Application Tape – I’m getting a roll to try on a couple of jobs with a similar finish. Comes in various roll sizes

That’s what I use.

Basically the conform means that it will stay flat on the backing paper, it doesn’t mean it will confirm around shapes

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Rob. I managed to get it done with 751 but I’ll look into other vinyls.

Do you have a preferred choice for this?

[Daniel Evans]

Hi Robert

This is my thought, these are old windows and i think I’ll either crack the window or keep cracking the vinyl. Either way I think I’ll pass at the moment

[Daniel Evans]

Here’s an image of the shutter

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[Daniel Evans]

I don’t think spray is an option here.

I’m going to get an image of graphic and maybe I could do it in a cast material.

[Daniel Evans]

Hahahaha

I did actually write a long rant but realised that it more hassle finding a new supplier so decided to delete the post. Turns out you can’t delete a post so I removed the text instead lol.

You’re that friend that will always ask aren’t you lol, you encourage them :smiles: .

[Daniel Evans]

It’s 751.

No option for a relief cut.

I’m currently fitting as much as I can and then removing the app tape but there must be a faster/easier/better option

[Daniel Evans]

I used this tape for a little while, although more expensive it was very easy to use.

I stopped using it as the edges of the tape frayed and the banners looked untidy.

I can’t remember who sold me this now but I needed up going back to the original way.

Just to note, I did not trim the tape in any way.

[Daniel Evans]

No, it’s a custom job with large side panels.

Air release would be a big advantage here but not at a silly price.

[Daniel Evans]

Good idea David

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks guys

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks David although using the latest firmware

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks guys.

It’s getting a new board fitted this week so I might change the cable first and see how it goes

[Daniel Evans]

Cutting master 4. The usb cable is about 5m

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Iain. I’m starting to wonder if it’s either the usb cable I’m using or if it’s the cutting master software.

[Daniel Evans]

What software do you use to run yours?

[Daniel Evans]

Martyn, it’s when I put a job through with about 100 cut vinyl decals, the cutter will start cutting diagonal lines across the whole thing. It works perfect if I limit the number.

[Daniel Evans]

I would like a summa S2 160 t series but I could not justify that cost

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Neil, so if I get a used one, I need to confirm it has a network connection.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks David

I priced it up as that but just wanted confirmation.

Thanks

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Phill

It does sound a little confusing but as long as it works thats the main thing.

I like the idea of only backing up the recent files rather than everything. It’s not the idea I had in mind but it’s worth a look into.

Dan

[Daniel Evans]

Personally I would go for an epoxy floor although I have just painted the concrete floor

[Daniel Evans]

I think they mean the space heater has to go in a fire guard container.

[Daniel Evans]

Good old photoshop lol

[Daniel Evans]

Completed the job.

Two layers of masking tape did the trick perfectly. I think I could have got away with one but its better to be safe than sorry.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks James.

I personally didn’t know about them but now I do, i’ll look at using them in the future.

[Daniel Evans]

Thats what I’m thinking, might try it on some rubber in the future to see what happens.

Gonna go down the masking tape route and double up.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Martyn

I did think about doing that but the masking tape is so thin it wouldn’t take much to go through it especially as it’s a soft rubber.

I agree with the idea but need something a bit thicker I think to be on the safe side.

[Daniel Evans]

Decided to outsource, put a little markup on it and move on.

Thanks everyone

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks

Hopefully they’re back on track.

[Daniel Evans]

I still won’t buy from them untill I start seeing some good feedback on here

[Daniel Evans]

Will do Hugh

[Daniel Evans]

I’m using three broadband, £35 a month and unlimited data.

Only had it 2 months but seems ok so far

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Hugh, very detailed and didn’t even think about fitting them to the panels.

What would you charge all in all? I can message you privately if you don’t want to give anything away.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks everyone.

Dave, thank you so much for the detailed instructions. What flame polisher do you use?

The issue I have with suppliers is I don’t know what hole sirs their cutting without actually calling up. I’d rather just email my requirements or do it online and within the next day or two receive my order, just not getting that service.

I’ll have a look at MDP as I didn’t think about them

[Daniel Evans]

What colour is the range? Looking for something like that

[Daniel Evans]

Hi Brian

Please, that would be great.

[Daniel Evans]

I like that, where did you buy the steel poles and what thickness / diameter are they?

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks all.

Something to think about I think.

What one do I like best / works more within my budget.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks all.

All great images but I don’t think it’s quite what I’m looking for, they’re all very nice but not giving me that wow factor which is where I’m stuck.

I might just paint the wall and deal with it later as nothing I’ve come up with works either.

[Daniel Evans]

Hugh

How do you find the battens holding up with a new roll of banner material say 1600mm wide?

[Daniel Evans]

Hi David

Yeah some pictures would be helpful.

Just moved into a new unit and although I will post images soon, I want to get a bit more organised with stuff and some kind of rack whether floor or wall standing will help.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks David

Why did you go for a floor standing system rather than a wall system?

I have one I made up using Ikea legs and although it’s not the best i does stop them falling over, the issue I find is lifting the rolls over the 600mm legs and setting them down without the media unwinding or banging down. I think I also made it a bit too big that it can’t go anywhere so I ended up sticking it in a corner and putting rolls of stuff I don’t touch on it.

[Daniel Evans]

Come on Iain, that would be to easy.

I’ve done the layout of my office multiple times and I finally got to the point where I got everything in and comfortable.

To be fair, the cutter is next to my desk, I just don’t want the wire going across another computer. I’ve just bought some USB wall sockets (not the charging ones you get on normal plugs) so that I can plug the cable in from my computer end, the extension would then be in the wall and to another wall plug, finally from that plug to the cutter. I’ve done this for the other USB printer and the same kind of plugs for the ethernet connections meaning no wires anywhere. Just hope it works

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks David

Just seen that but wasn’t sure what that was, do you know ‘page space’ part is for?

[Daniel Evans]

Thank David

I used the extension in the past with the old ce5000 and that used to cause issues when cutting a number of labels, I always had to cut it down to otherwise the cutter would go crazy.

Not looked at the print server route yet, I’ll look into that.

[Daniel Evans]

[quote="Martyn Heath"]More the question, where do you get that cool little tower from??

laddersandaccess.co.uk

I liked that so looked it up

[Daniel Evans]

I had one of these customer, always took about 3 months to pay. At the end of last year I did 3 vans for them and they failed to pay with me eventually threatening with court, they still wasn’t interested in paying so I took them to court and won. They eventually got in contact and paid just before it goes against their name.

It took 9 months to get payment including the court time.
I no longer deal with the customer and from that point I take 50% up front.

Lesson learned

[Daniel Evans]

I agree Kev, they’ve been a long term client for a while now and although they don’t spend much, they always pay on time and they recommend me.

Thanks for your help on the other stuff by the way.

[Daniel Evans]

Decided to redo the graphic as rather a happy customer and the fact they are a few miles away, I don’t want to keep going back if other parts lift. Rather redo in a vinyl I trust and move on.

[Daniel Evans]

quote Kevin Mahoney:

Don’t bother mate, it will take the same effort as doing it properly. Do it again & put it down to experience

Thanks Kev. Put it down to experience alright.

I’ll see what’s needed and redo those parts and check everything just incase.

[Daniel Evans]

Thank you Jamie

[Daniel Evans]

Hi Jean

Is this what you have?

https://www.wholesaleledlights.co.uk/le … light.html

I’m confused what daylight lights are, are the 4000k or 6500k

Also, I’m guessing the frame at the back is to hold your prints on, how did you make that?

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks guys

I don’t have a suspended ceiling so I have to rule those lights out but I get the point about the daylight led’s.

Colin, where did you get your batten fixtures from, are they genuine led ones or are they old ones converted to use led tube lights?

Daylight bulbs, is that 6500k?

[Daniel Evans]

Hi Iain

Do you not have to then put ‘trading as jbloggs’?

All this confuses me and just had a client ask so thought I would check.

[Daniel Evans]

Lol Yeah thanks Dave

[Daniel Evans]

The printer will go flush up against the wall but (I think you have the same printer) the vsi-640 is loaded from the back and I hate moving things. Everything must have a home and everything must be freely accessible. If I have to move things like tools to get to other tools, they don’t get put back.

[Daniel Evans]

Hi David,

I didn’t get anything through email?

Dan

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks bud

[Daniel Evans]

Wow, that’s good. No one around here I’m afraid

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks bud

[Daniel Evans]

I’ve also got an issue with them as they’ve not delivered. Paid via PayPal so trying to get my money back as they gave me store credit. Wo t be buying from them again and something has happened the last few times I’ve ordered and this time around I thought nope but against my gut I did

[Daniel Evans]

Wow, not shrunk but issue with fotl, the armpit have torn on half the polo shirts and they not exactly tight fitting.

[Daniel Evans]

Wow, what are all. Those and what do you use each one for?

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks guys

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks all

I’ll take a look at the options.

[Daniel Evans]

Excellent.

I’ll put it to the customer and see what they say.

[Daniel Evans]

Thank you.

[Daniel Evans]

quote NeilRoss:

It may be overkill but, depending on the thickness of the wood you could use locators and counter bore the holes large enough to sink the locator cup into the wood – leaving it just proud of the surface. Seal the holes with paint before fitting the locator cups. The result should look like surface fixing.

Great suggestion, how would this work on an old building, not sure it’s listed but it is in an old town?

Thanks Neil, I thought this but the vinyl lettering I put on seems to be ok.

[Daniel Evans]

OK, let me know if it becomes available again and I’ll come over.

[Daniel Evans]

Oh no… Jamie have you still got that table? I can’t contact you but I’m interested if you have, can collect anytime

[Daniel Evans]

Hi Neil

I did consider this but the client doesn’t want that look.

[Daniel Evans]

Oh and found the letter but it’s a bit scratched and beaten up

[Daniel Evans]

Hi guys

I couldn’t wait till Monday, went down there and checked it out for myself.

So there were no marks where the letter was which tells me that the tape has failed either because of the paint or because of the texture/uneven wood.

On this basis I tried to remove the other lettering, although it took a little persuasion, they came off with ease with just my hands. Once off other than a couple of patches where it ripped the paint off, where the tape bonded, there were no signs of the lettering which tells me that it’s the wrong tape for the surface.

I’ve offered to retouch the paintwork due to my error although my lettering should hide it and I’ll ask about the tape with the green backing.

Cherwell did not ask what surface the letters were being stuck to and when they got delivered I expected a foam tape but I just thought maybe I was wrong.

I think I’ll get the c re-cut, apply the foam tape and once I apply the mask for fitting, give it a little rubdown, clean then fit.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Kev

Told them I’ll sort it first thing and I’ll have a look on Monday morning to see if I can work out the issue.

That’s a good point about not making good enough contact, not sure of the make but it was a clear thin double sided tape with a red backing, maybe tesa.

[Daniel Evans]

Hi Kev

It was a painted wooden surface, painted with Dulux Weathershield.

It was painted a couple of weeks before and although it’s dry, it does kind of have a tacky feel to it although the vinyl and letters stuck to it ok or so i thought.

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Peter. My client says it’s been done but i’m coming up short. I’ll call ceramic on Monday (thanks Denise) and see what they say

[Daniel Evans]

Thanks Derek.

That saves me a trip.

[Daniel Evans]

Wow, I use the charcoal metallic a lot and not had one issue with that and been using that for ever but mainly on smaller items.

[Daniel Evans]

I used cover styl’ in gloss black, lovely stuff to work with but scratched very very easily.

I tried applying it 2 ways, first with a squeegee and a buffer, the second time using a laminator and all it took was something like rubbing it with your thumb to leave marks and you catch it in the light and it looked awful.

I ended up going over it again with a carbon material.

I used gloss white a few weeks back and looks perfect.