Can the aluminum sheets be printed on both sides?
Alumicolor™ can simulate double-sided printing by affixing
two printed sheets, back to back. The result is seamless
when the sheets are joined & trimmed.
Do you print direct to plate?
The proprietary process requires the use of film. Just
like "old-timey" magazine image reproduction. But the process for
this product has no equal.
How many colors can you print on one sheet?
There is no limit to the number of spot colors that can be
printed on a piece of Alumicolor™. However, each
color requires its own film and adds another stage to the
proprietary process...and cost.
What is your range of colors?
With the manufacturer's specially formulated CMYK inks, we can closely
match any custom spot color if you provide a sample. White
or white based colors are an exception because, to date,
there is no compound available that allows anodized
printing of white. The bare aluminum show through
where white is indicated. Fine grade aluminum
appears so white that this color absence is rarely
noticeable. When reproducing white-based or light colors,
a screen value between 10% and 60% of the solid color will
achieve the best results.
What does "CMYK" mean?
It means four-color process--Cyan, Magenta,
Yellow & Black--the same four colors used for printing full-color in print
magazines etc.
Can the sheets be used on curved surfaces?
Yes and
No. Alumicolor™ can only print on flat sheets. Any slight
bend will crack the anodic layer and expose the embedded
ink which may cause it to fade over time outside. Applications for
interior use can be successfully curved to a diameter of
18 inches using 0.3 mm stock.
Will paint remover strip away the color in the aluminum?
Using paint remover – to erase graffiti, for example –
will not affect the color even after multiple
cleaning. Products containing Caustic Soda, such as
wax strippers and lye soap, should never be used.
What are the minimum & maximum sign sizes available?
There is no minimum size. The maximum sheet size is 48” x
36”. Sheets can be printed with full bleed and then "tiled"
for larger pieces.
What shapes can be cut from a sheet?
We can laser cut and finish your product exactly according
to your specifications.
A high-speed, computer-controlled waterjet is used to create cut-outs for face
plates, control panels & shapes other than those with
straight edges. |
