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Signage Types, definitions and notes
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Definition / Style
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Notes
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Size
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| Engraving |
computer controlled laser engraving, cutting and marking systems can engrave on wood, leather, marble, plastic and glass. Interior use. learn more... |
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| Etching |
Chemically etched metal plaques are used when detailed graphics or photographs need to be used, typically with bronze, stainless steel, zinc and brass. Photographic reproductions and fine detail can be applied using a metalphoto process.
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| Cast Bronze - raised letter |
Metal signs with raised letters created through computerized equipment. Exterior or interior use.
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| Backing boards |
any material, wood, painted finishes, plastics, metal can be used for backing |
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| Float |
Recessed backing that allows the sign to float out from the wall where it is mounted |
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| Float From backing |
Recessed backing placed in between the backing substitute and the sign |
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| Stone - water cut |
Stone tiles with letter cut into the stone using a water jet system driven by computer |
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| Lightjet Prints |
Digital print on photograph paper produced from electronic file; can be image, type of combination |
to 4 x 8"
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| Inkjet Prints |
Inkjet digital prints can be made on paper used for multiple applications |
no size limit
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| Inkjet Prints - Banners |
Inkjet digital prints made on fabric or vinyl for hanging displays - interior exterior |
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| Laser Prints |
Small in-house applications - primarily for Flexframe-Plexipocket applications |
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| FlexFrame |
System provided by BIG that enables content to be attached by Velcro to a specified framing system
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| Plexipocket |
Plexiglas Sleeves by BIG that allow unmounted content to be inserted for wall display on a FlexFrame |
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| Custom Logo/Sign |
see example of hand-sculpted emblem created in our studios for Washington Hospital
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