| City Signs of Dundee
- Materials supply &
cutting service We can supply individuals or trade
customers with the general materials which we stock on a regular basis.
Self Adhesive Vinyl: A
highly stable PVC which is the primary material used by signmakers to
produce almost all lettering or designs. We use high quality products
with a lifespan to suit the end use. Most signs & vehicle liveries are
produced in either 5-7year or 7-9year grades. We hold a substantial
stock in most colours at 1220/1260mm widths, and lengths of up to 50m.
Speciality films such as reflective grades are normally available next
day at appropriate widths & lengths. 3M, Ritrama, MACtac, Oracal and
Avery are just some of the top end suppliers we use.
Foamed PVC sheet: A medium
density PVC sheet. 2,3,4,5,6,& 10mm in white & a limited colour range.
Known as 'foamex', 'simocell', this is the general purpose material
commonly used by signmakers where the client requires a lightweight or
budget sign as this is much cheaper and lighter than the older /
traditional 'Perspex' acrylic sheet. It's downside is a high expansion
coefficient in warmer weather & its low impact resistance.
Acrylic sheet: A high
density plastic. Available in most thicknesses, (2 - 25mm) and a large
colour range.
Often known by the tradenames 'Perspex', 'Plexiglass', this is the
traditional material used by signmakers where the client requires a long
life or higher quality sign as this is more expensive and more stable
than the PVC above. It's downside is its impact resistance and the
resulting cracking / shattering. Where stones are likely to be thrown
this is rarely a recommended material. Available in 'cast' or 'extruded'
forms. The clear sheets make good temporary glazing, and the 'opal
white' is used to face lightboxes.
Aluminium Composite: A
plastic core between two thin sheets of aluminium make this material
very a strong, lightweight and incredible versatile & durable signage &
fabrication medium. With the life of aluminium and the versatility of
plastic it has opened up new territory for mid-priced yet high quality
signage. Trade names include 'Di-Bond, Reno-bond, Alu-core'.
Polycarbonate sheet: A
highly impact resistant plastic. Available in most thicknesses, (1 -
25mm) in clear.
Often known by the tradename 'Lexan' and sometimes (incorrectly) as
bullet-proof, this is the material used by signmakers where the client
requires a long life or higher quality sign with a very high impact
resistance as it is virtually unbreakable. Where stones or
vandalism are likely this is a recommended material. The clear sheets
make good temporary glazing, and the 'opal white' is used to face
lightboxes.
Aluminium sheet: A
lightweight metal sheet in 2 or 3mm.
Used for highly rigid & damage resistant signage the world over, it
comes either as a natural finish or white painted. Can be coated to any
colour or sprayed / powder coated to a specific BS shade. High quality &
durability at nearly the same cost as acrylic.
Notes:
- Cut to size, and fast delivery.
- In the case of many materials, a 'standard sized' sheet may be
the minimum order.
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