It is important that you are using the correct materials for your applied application. We cater to the needs of industrial, commercial signage, and safety signage and labeling applications. Here at Bauman Engraving & Signs, we have many materials that lend themselves to many different applications. Even if there’s something you’re not seeing here, there is a chance we can use it.
You can do so much with the materials listed here, it’s all up to your imagination and our graphic design and fabrication skills:
Materials
Metals:
Stainless Steel, perfect for harsh environments
Brass, for moderate operating conditions
Aluminum, cost effective and lightweight
Alumamark, thin laser-markable aluminum
Aluminum composite, cost effective but more durable than aluminum for larger signs
DuraBlack, thin laser-markable aluminum for harsh operating environments
Plastics:
Modified acrylic engraving plastic. Some available in textured, matte, gloss, and satin finishes. Many color combinations using a 2-ply or 3-ply construction. Lasts in outdoor environments as well as indoors
2-Ply abs plastic, good choice for indoor operations requiring low cost and fine detail
Styrene, flexible and lightweight, very bright print, good for outdoors or indoors
Self-adhesive vinyl w/ laminate, flexible and lightweight, for outdoors or indoors
Coroplast, cost-efficient, lightweight and water resistant
Safe-T-Mark engraving plastic, Phenolic and Lamacoid modern alternative, electrically non-conductive, insulative, fire retardant, non-flammable.
Polyester, thicker and tougher than vinyl, but thin enough to be non-obstructive
Polycarbonate, durable and great for indoor use (some outdoor depending on UV inhibitors)
Fiberglass, non-conductive, fire retardant
Slate, for a classic upscale look using natural materials
Wood, for a traditional look you may use maple, oak, pine, and more
Glass, Mirror, for a more modern look
Magnet, flexible location, easily moved around
Adhesives:
Pressure-sensitive 3M 467 & 468, thin, permanent, and good in outdoor applications
“Gold” sign and banner hem tape, cost efficient, permanent, and used indoors
Foam tape, great for uneven surfaces, may be used outdoors
3M VHB tape, most expensive but highest performing adhesive on the market
If you do not want adhesive, we also supply:
Grommets, ability to hang product without an adhesive or damage to the product
Standoffs, ability to let signage stand out from the surface applied to, variety of colors to choose from
Magnetic Materials, ability to hang product without permanent placement
“Fangs” or partition pins for hanging signage on fabric partitions
Laminates:
For protection from indoor and outdoor environments
Gloss, matte, and textured/rigid vinyl (48” X any max)
Polyester
Polycarbonate
If you are in search of durable materials that are resistant to chemicals, water, heat, or more - please refer to last week’s blog highlighting our most durable materials.
Please let us know if you would like any other information on what we can do for your signage and labeling needs at sales@baumanengraving.com