Mar 28, 2007

Metal Letters

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SIGN 2000 Metal Letters give your sign the style & beauty you demand.

 Copper Letters Metal is as timeless as our need to communicate with words in creating signs. At SIGN 2000 , each metal letter is manufactured one-by-one in aluminum, bronze, brass, copper or steel using up to twenty distinct manufacturing steps. Yet prices remain competitive because of our tailored production processes and seasoned professionals. Our numerous metal finishes give you the choice of dazzling shine, brilliant color, or natural and antiquated metal. Combine these finishes with an extensive selection of letter styles to design signs that reflect your individual image.


  Cast Metal Letters & Logos
Cast Metal Letters
Cast letters and logos have always imparted a stately aura of permanence, style, and class on the sites they adorn. Perhaps this is because the underlying casting process itself has changed so little over the past 1000 years. It may also be because...(more)
 

 

 

 Waterjet & Router Cut Letters & Logos

Waterjet & Router Cut Metal Letters

Waterjet cut letters offer the combination of the precision available in a CNC controlled 70,000 psi cutting head and the durability and distinction of pure metal. SIGN 2000 has 4 locations across the U.S. that can take your .EPS, .CDR or other vector based art file and...(more)
 
 
  
 
 Fabricated Letters & Logos

Fabricated Metal Letters

For 2007, SIGN 2000 is proud to add to its line of dimensional letters, Fabricated Stainless Steel. Beginning with your artwork or any standard style, SIGN 2000 cuts premium sheets of stainless steel or titanium coated stainless steel to the requested letter or...(more)
 
  
Mini Metal Letters
For applications where small letters are a necessity, yet the utmost quality and precision is needed in metal letters ? select SIGN 2000 Minis. Made from the same material and finished to the same quality standards as other SIGN 2000 metal letters, SIGN 2000 Minis are...(more)
Mar 28, 2007

Injection Molded Letters

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SIGN 2000 INJECTION MOLDED - MINNESOTA LETTERS?

SIGN 2000 Lifetime GuaranteeMinnesota Letters combine the attributes of several other letter types. They are made from C.A.B. (Cellulose Acetate Butyrate), a renewable resource (non-petroleum) plastic for incredible durability. They also are created using precision tooled molds for razor sharp edges and extra dimension. While clearly a plastic letter, they are suitable for many 'up-close' applications ? even in small sizes. SIGN 2000 has a stock of these letters ready to paint to your specifications ? so they will ship out generally within 1 business day.

Minnesota Letter Examples
Injection Molded Minnesota Letter - Architectural Style 'A'

Incredible Precision & Options.

  • From 2" to 18"; each a perfect letter.
  • Serifs are always sharp, edges always crisp .
  • Mounts to any surface with most hardware.
  • New Architectural style offers prismatic faces.
  • 45 Standard Colors.

Better Alternative than Foam Letters.

  • Endures even the harshest conditions.
  • Blemish free automotive quality painted finish.
  • 1-day production gives you instant results.
  • Made from a renewable resource (non-petroleum) plastic.
Minnesota Letters - FNB Bank

Where to Use SIGN 2000 Minnesota Letters.

  • When depth is required in letterstyle.
  • Virtually any business, organization or institution.
  • Under all weather and environmental conditions.
  • When sharp edges are required.
  • If drilling is not allowed in installation.

Mar 28, 2007

Laser Cut Letters

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SIGN 2000 LASER CUT ACRYLIC LETTERS Router vs. Laser Cut Acrylic

 Lifetime GuaranteeLaser cut acrylic letters surpasses other acrylic letters and logos by a mile. Letter starts with its own impact modified, extruded acrylic, in gauges up to 1/2" thick in over 32 different colors. This means the color is through and through the entire letter assuring no more unsightly scratches, chips, or blemishes that can occur in a painted finish. Our 1000W lasers polish the edge return of all letters and logos as it cuts through the material, also providing a superior finish for your customer. Acrylic products are designed for outdoor use, but beautiful enough for indoor or in any application where precision is required.


Laser Cut Acrylic Statue of Liberty

Design Flexibility to the extreme.

  • From 1/2" to 72" letters with a polished edge.
  • 32 standard colors or choose a custom finish.
  • Your artwork is converted to an exact 3-dimensional acrylic replica.
Pigmented colors up to 1/2

The most letter for the dollar.

  • We nests thousands of orders to assure minimal scrap and lowest cost of acrylic.
  • Our 3 shift operations can produce your order in 2-3 days with all hardware and mounting patterns.
  • we re-extrudes trim not used to offer even lower prices to get your order.
  • Pigmented gauges of 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2".
Garden Accents Laser Cut Acrylic Sign

Where to Use Laser Cut Acrylic Letters.

  • When an intricate letterstyle or logo is required.
  • On designs with multiple layers and colors.
  • When working with a limited budget.
  • Under tight time constraints.
  • Indoor signage that falls under the closest scrutiny.

Mar 28, 2007

Formed Plastic Letters

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FORMED PLASTIC LETTERS Router vs. Laser Cut Acrylic

 Letters Lifetime GuaranteeFormed plastic letters are made out of C.A.B. (Cellulose Acetate Butyrate); these letters are the utmost in versatility. Formed Letters, while the standard for most local business, can also be found on financial institutions, office parks, as well as many national retail chains. Their inexpensive molds make it easy to customize a letter style or logo for the perfect 3-D sign. Formed Letters also provide the deepest dimension for the money. Most letters are just days away from your doorstep.


 Sculptured Formed Plastic Ice Cream Cone

Unlimited Variety & Flexibility.

  • Over 140 standard styles and 38 standard colors.
  • Easy customization for your style or logo.
  • Custom painting to match your specific color.
  • Simplest installations for any mounting surface.
  • Choose from flat, round or sculptured faces.
Pigmented colors up to 1/2

Economy & Durability.

  • Endures even the harshest conditions.
  • Best dimension for the money.
  • Quick delivery gives you instant results.
  • Made from a renewable resource (non-petroleum) plastic.
 Formed Plastic Letters on sign

Where to Use Formed Plastic Letters and logos.

  • When depth is required in letterstyle and/or logo.
  • Virtually any business, organization or institution.
  • When facing extreme time constraints.
  • Under all weather and environmental conditions.
  • When letter height up to 60" is required.

Mar 28, 2007

Plastic Letters

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For the Greatest Variety Choose SIGN 2000, Plastic Letters. Custom Formed Plastic-Go Fetch

Our plastic letters offer the greatest variety of dimensional plastic letters available today?from traditional to ornamental and script. SIGN 2000's high standards will mean you get the highest quality letters, with the fastest delivery, at the lowest possible price, all with a Lifetime Guarantee. SIGN 2000 manufacturers 3 different lines of plastic letters. Available in over 30 standard colors and virtually any style under the sun. Your search for your plastic letters is about to come to an end.


Minnesota Letters Injection Molded Minnesota Letters combine the attributes of several other letter types. They are made from C.A.B. (Cellulose Acetate Butyrate), a renewable resource (non-petroleum) plastic for incredible durability. They also are created using precision tooled molds for razor sharp edges and...(more)
Formed Plastic Letters Formed Letters
Formed plastic letters are the original "SIGN 2000, Letters". Made since 1963 out of C.A.B. (Cellulose Acetate Butyrate); these letters are the utmost in versatility. Formed Letters, while the standard for most local business, can also be found on...(more)
Laser Cut Acrylic Letters Laser Cut Letters
Laser cut SIGN 2000 acrylic surpasses other acrylic letters and logos by a mile. SIGN 2000 starts with its own impact modified, extruded acrylic, in gauges up to 1/2" thick in over 32 different colors. This means the color is through and through the entire letter assuring...(more)

Changable Letters

Sign 2000 Pronto Changeable Copy letters are precision injection molded to a .080" thickness. These blanks will not warp or blow away under most conditions. Raised edges prevent scratching. Feet on the base of each letter keep it from being frozen to the track in winter. These premium blanks are silk screened with ecologically sound UV inks. This design has received U.S. Patent D 354313.

 

 

Mar 27, 2007

Name Plates

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Nameplates
Nearly all manufactured parts need to be identified in some way. Metal nameplates are the most durable and attractive way to accomplish this. Etched stainless steel is the most durable, Photosensitive gives the best detail and in small quantity is very price competitive. Stonewear (our trade name for protected metal surface printed nameplates) gives the best overall value and is available in many thicknesses of Aluminum Brass and Stainless Steel. All of these plates can be furnished with either holes or a variety of adhesives.
 
 
Personnel Plates & Holders 
Most companies and organizations have personnel plates for their employees. This helps personalize the employees to your customers and tends to make your employees feel and act as part of your team. Logos ,names, and titles can all be part of your plates.  
 
Coins
Coins are used to commemorate special events or as tokens in exchange for goods and services. We can provide for very fine detail including bas relief and buildings or skylines.
 
Plaques and Awards  
Throughout the ages, the epitome of a memorial plaque has been the cast bronze plaque. These plaques can be furnished with a bas relief of the person memorialized and are primarily used because of their beauty and durability. Inexpensive plaques which can capture very fine detail such as in a fine photograph can make Photosensitive plaques the plaque of choice. These plaques also offer the quickest turn around time. Donor or award brass plaques with printed headers and engraved donor or award recipient plates can be a very effective way to recognize various deeds.  
 
 
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  Model and Serial Number Plates 

These plates provide important information necessary for warranties and limitation of product liability. Serialization of thes plates can be provided for a nominal cost 

  Warning and Instructional Plates 

These plates, usually color coded in compliance with guidelines established by the American National Satety Institute in an attempt to reduce product liability, instruct operators in the safe usage of your product.

 
Decorative Trim Plates 

These plates are used as a decorative part of a quality product, and are made to the highest standards of the nameplate industry. All decorative trim nameplates are premasked to protect against scratches. Please specify decorative trim nameplates if you desire these unusually high standards.

  Inventory and Asset Tags 

These plates are being used increasingly by companies for permanent marking of all business property, office equipment as well as production equipment.

 

Bar Code Plates 

Barcoded namelates, which include sequential numbers in bar codes and human readable figures, can be supplied to your specifications. Bar codes are reproduced photographically on sealed, anodized aluminum ranging in thickness from .003 inches to .060 inches, resulting in one of the most durable plates available. Tolerances on bar code widths can be held to .001 inches.

  Promotional Plates

Unique promotional ideas! Metal plates are very distinctive and they gain the attention of prospective customers at a reasonable price.

 
 Personnel Plates & Holders
 
Personnel Plates

These plates are generally manufactured by cutting through a top layer of plastic to expose the bottom layer of plastic (usually a contrasting color). Metallic plates can also be engraved and filled with a contrasting color. These plates are very durable and while they too can be generated by computers the mechanical engraving for complex styles may become costly. Other methods include reverse engraving, which can give a beautiful 3 dimensional effect, and vinyl diecutting, which allows the greatest design flexibility.

 

Holders 

Traditional holders can be furnished in extruded gold or silver anodized aluminum as well as walnut wood bases. Architectural frames and holders can be custom made from extruded aluminum or decorative molded plastic. These systems are designed for decorative interior signage, directories, changeable messages and ADA signage. For additional information, contact your customer service representative.

 
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Cast Bronze 
Cast Plaques are available in both aluminum and bronze. For thousands of years, cast bronze plaques have been used to commemorate: outstanding achievement by an individual, group of people, or an organization. The casting process provides significant relief of the copy so that images of faces, buildings, and logos standout readily against the background. The plaques come with a number of standard border styles and mounting methods. Please contact your sales representative with any questions or concerns.  
 
Donor 
Donor plaques typically have a brass header plate and numerous smaller brass plates which are affixed via wood screws to, typically, a walnut mount. To arrive at a price for these plaques you need to determine the number of donners you currently need to recognize and then add for the number of future donners that you anticipate. In addition we will need to know if there are any special considerations in considering the size of the donner plates. 1? X 3? plates are standard.  
 
Award 
Award plaques are generally preprinted plates that can be personalized at the time of recognition. Usually the personalization is achieved by engraving a person?s name and date. Please contact your sales representative if you have any special needs.  
 
 
Mar 27, 2007

Mounting

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MOUNTING METHODS

 

STUD MOUNT

STUD MOUNT (blind mount) All plaques 1/4" thick and thicker are drilled and tapped. 1/16" & 1/8" thick plaques have double face tape applied to the back. Tape is 3M #4930 - 25 mil. Tape for use in most applications. You will need to verify if this works for your applicatio

STUD BOSS MOUNT

Stud Boss Mount

STUD BOSS MOUNT Stud bosses can be welded to the backs of 1/8" & 3/16" thick plaques.

SCREW MOUNT (flush mount) Holes are drilled through the surface of the plaque. Specify screw size and if you need the holes to be countersunk. 1/16" thick plaques cannot be countersunk and will include round head screws.

SCREW MOUNT

 

Mar 27, 2007

Graphics

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RECESSED GRAPHICS

RAISED GRAPHICS (optional) When raised text or graphics is specified, the background will be painted, leaving the text or graphics in the alloy color.

RAISED GRAPHICS RECESSED GRAPHICS (standard) The standard on all Etched Plaques is recessed text and graphics that are paint filled.
Mar 27, 2007

Edges

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EDGES

STRAIGHT EDGE

BEVEL EDGE (optional) An optional bevel (41�) edge is applied to one half the material thickness. Bevel edges are not available on 1/16" thick material or any Stainless Steel.

BEVEL EDGE

STRAIGHT EDGE (standard) The standard edge on an etched plaque is a straight edge (90�)

Mar 27, 2007

Materials

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MATERIALS

 Etched Stainless Steel Alloy

STAINLESS STEEL Alloy 304; Optional Alloy 319. Thicknesses include 1/16", 1/8", 3/16" & 1/4".

STAINLESS STEEL

 

COMMERCIAL BRONZE (90/10) Alloy C22000; 90% Copper, 10% Zinc. Thicknesses include 1/16", 1/8", 3/16" & 1/4".

COMMERCIAL BRONZE

 

NAVAL BRASS (60/39/1) Alloy C46500; 60% Copper, 39.25% Zinc, .75% Tin. Thicknesses include 1/16", 1/8", 3/16" & 1/4".

NAVAL BRASS

 

COPPER Alloy C11000; Thicknesses include 1/16", 1/8", 3/16" & 1/4".

COPPER

 

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