Vacuum-Formed Plastic Sign Faces Information

There are three types of plastic sign faces available. In recent years, several products have been introduced which have changed the industry. Solar grade polycarbonate is the preferred material for most wholesalers. Polycarbonate is impact resistant and will not break as easily as acrylic. Solar grade also prevents "yellowing" which often occurs 3-4 years after installation using acrylic. Below is a list of sign faces which may be used and a description of when to use each product.

Most of you are familiar with applying vinyl to flat acrylic sheets. This is a very useful application in many cases. But, some caution should be used when dealing in this area. We do not recommend using a flat face when the lamps in the face will be closer than 4" from the sign face. With the lamps being too close to the face you might see the image of the bulbs, plus the heat factor can cause problems to the face. We also do not recommend using flat faces in cases where the dimensions are greater than 32 square feet. A flat face loses its strength as it becomes larger and runs the risk of being blown out of the cabinet.

Pan faces are an excellent alternative to flat faces. The face is vacuum formed to a depth of 2". This gives more than just a decorative appearance to the face, it adds strength and durability. You may order white pan faces and apply your own translucent vinyl or you may wish to have the wholesaler back spray the artwork in translucent paints so it will come to you completely finished.

Pan embossed faces are similar to pan faces, but some or all of the copy may be raised. Dies are placed on top of the mold to create this effect. Embossed pans can cosmetically improve the appearance of the face as well as adding additional strength.

Be creative. Signs do not have to be built in a rectangular shape. Custom signs sell. The price is always higher due to custom molds, but sometimes creative artwork wins out over a price. Do a sketch of the artwork you have in mind and ask your wholesaler to quote the project. Your representative may have some other ideas to develop into your sketch to make the project feasible and more affordable.

Our main vacuum forming machine will accommodate a size of 6'x10' in a single piece. Our primary unit has 11 different heating zones that control the degree of heat required to vacuum form signs of different sizes. These heating zones enable us to vacuum form sign faces, POP and display items with crisp, sharp definition. We are able to vacuum form Lexan (polycarbonate), Acrylic, PVC, PETG, and many other substrates. We are able to vacuum form some plastics at greater depth. For smaller projects and some low quantities, we utilize our 48"x48" thermoforming table.

1. Serving the industry with quality products since 1949
2. All dies for embossing cut on CAD/CAM, not by hand
3. All copy on smooth and flat faces cut by CAD/CAM
4. No extra charge for 1/2" dies (1/4" standard)
5. Now accepting American Express, Visa and Mastercard payments
6. Newly expanded facility with dust-free environment
7. Specific, published times for specific type faces
8. Express service available (see price guide)
9. Fast estimates from knowledgeable staff
10. Delivery and billing available through distributors

    N. Glantz	Brooklyn, NY
    	Buffalo, NY
    	Louisville, KY
    	Monroeville, PA
    	Upper Marlboro, MD
    Garston, Inc.	Rochester, NY
    Vinyl Sign Supplies	Meadville, PA
    	Quakertown, PA

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