This year has been a particularly active one for severe storms, especially in the southern and southeastern US. Whether it’s caused by climate change, global warming, or flying monkeys is a matter of debate. But it’s clear that we are experiencing lots of powerful storms: and they’re affecting sign industry equipment. What’s the connection between […]
Busy sign shops with large format printers produce stunning vehicle wraps, banners, commercial window graphics, backlit signs, wall wraps and more. To produce all those cool graphics printers drink ink. To use the SIOPS business model, Ink is one of the inputs, for which pretty prints are output. The benefit of managing your inputs and […]
As we’ve engaged with our customers this year, we’ve heard a lot of questions about pricing strategies. But asking what to charge is like the old adage about getting the cart before the horse. Or, in 21st century parlance, it’s like planning a web-based business when you don’t have internet access. How do you manage […]
If you’re one of the entrepreneurs considering a garment decoration startup. you may be overwhelmed with the different methods the market has to offer. We’re here to help you cut thought the clutter. If you’re on a small budget, please hop over to our T-shirt printing options in the under $5,000 article. If your ambitions […]
Ghost reflective is an effect achieved by reversing the basic principles of graphic design. Normally we
build graphics with contrasting colors and values to make them more visible, more legible. Johnny Law is doing the opposite. They apply white reflective vinyl on white patrol cars, black on black, etc. That’s why it’s called ghost vinyl.
A while ago we told you about a new and improved hot peel heat transfer film form Chemica. QuickFlex is a great step forward for T-shirt shops who want a super-soft, high volume film. It applies in only five seconds and can be peeled hot, so it’s great for maximizing productivity. It turns out there’s […]