At American Sign Products, we understand that every business has unique needs, especially in the dynamic and ever changing sign industry. To help meet these demands, we offer a variety of custom conversion services aimed at increasing profits and minimizing waste. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the services we provide—including slitting, laminating, premasking, and more—and how they can improve the efficiency of your projects.

By offering these custom services, we ensure that you receive products in the exact dimensions and formats you need, ready for immediate use. This level of customization allows you to focus on what matters most–delivering high-quality results to your customers.

Film Slitting

Film slitting is a core part of our custom conversion services. We can cut rolls of vinyl and other materials to any customized width, as narrow as ¼  of an inch, to better fit your specific application. We also offer rewinding/inline slitting for added convenience. Whether your project requires a roll as wide as 60 inches or a custom width, this service helps minimize material waste giving you exactly what you need to start your project right away.

For businesses with smaller equipment or specific product needs, custom slitting ensures you receive your materials ready to go in the size you need. This is particularly useful in the production of decals, signage, and vehicle graphics, where precision is key to ensuring high-quality results. We can slit a variety of materials, such as reflectives, opaques, translucent vinyls, premask, digital vinyls, and some adhesives. 

Sheeting

In addition to slitting, we offer sheeting, a service that transforms large rolls of material into pre-cut sheets of specified sizes. This service is ideal for screen printers and those producing decals, signs, or logos, especially when working with standard sheet sizes like 20” x 27” or 24” x 36”. Custom sheeting ensures uniformity and ease of handling during production runs, saving time and enhancing your overall efficiency.

By mass-producing sheets for your signage or manufacturing needs, you reduce waste while keeping material costs manageable. For industries like transportation, architecture, and safety signage, sheeting can improve overall workflow, as workers can easily store, print, and process sheets, unlike large rolls. It’s a great solution that saves time for businesses that require precision and repeatability in their graphics and sign production.

Laminating

Laminating is another service we offer that simplifies the application process and protects your materials. Laminating with premask is especially helpful when dealing with delicate vinyl like high gloss or reflective that can be scratched easily. Not only does it make application easier, but it also protects the vinyl until it is ready for application. For sign shops buying in bulk, vinyl laminated with premask is much more durable during long-term storage. For pre-cut designs, laminating ensures that after cutting your vinyl it is ready to be applied without manual masking. We have also used laminating to solve adhesion issues for difficult applications, such as applications to heavy machinery. Our laminating equipment ensures each roll is laminated with precision, eliminating the risk of bubbles, wrinkles, or uneven application that can occur with manual or less specialized tools.

We can laminate entire rolls and work with you to ensure your project is a success. Our industry professionals will be happy to work with you to find the perfect premask to pair with your vinyl for optimal results. 

Premasking

Premasking—applying premask, often referred to as “transfer tape”—simplifies the application of vinyl graphics. Premask acts as a carrier for the cut vinyl, helping to apply it smoothly to a surface and is crucial for most vinyl graphics jobs. We provide custom premasking services tailored to match the size of your vinyl rolls, by laminating the premask directly to the vinyl to make application even more efficient. This is especially helpful for projects with intricate designs and detail.

By using our custom premasking options, you’ll improve precision and cut down on installation time, ensuring a professional finish for every project. There are many different options when it comes to transfer tape, such as paper and clear. Figuring out which premask is right for your project is essential to a clean application, and if you aren’t sure, we have professionals who are ready to help.

Pinstriping

For those who are looking to add a personalized touch to their vehicles, pinstriping is an excellent option. Pinstriping, a technique that has been around for centuries remains popular as advancements in technology make it more accessible and versatile. With new tools and materials, there is now a wide range of customization options when it comes to pinstriping. Whether you’re working on race cars, boats, or emergency vehicles like ambulances and fire trucks, custom pinstriping provides a unique, professional look. We offer a range of options in reflective and opaque vinyl to suit any project.

Our custom pinstriping can be produced in various sizes and colors, allowing for creativity and individuality in your design. It’s an ideal service for anyone looking to elevate the appearance of their vehicle graphics with a bold, distinctive style.

Custom Packaging and Labels

We understand that getting your products safely to their destination is critical. That’s why we offer custom packaging and labeling services to ensure your orders arrive in perfect condition. We also provide custom labels for easy identification of your materials upon arrival. This service is particularly beneficial for large orders or when dealing with multiple products that need clear labeling for your receiving department, further processing, or installation.

Consulting Services

Our team at American Sign Products doesn’t just supply materials—we provide free consulting services,  to help you make informed decisions. With over 90 years of experience in the industry, our professionals have encountered a vast range of applications, and we are continuously learning from our customers and manufacturers about new and innovative uses for the products we offer.

Our professionals are here to assist you with finding solutions for complex projects, whether it’s determining the right materials for a job or troubleshooting issues like adhesion problems or durability concerns. We take pride in our relationships with our customers and are committed to working closely with you to ensure your project is a success from start to finish. 

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Contact us today to learn more about our custom services and how we can help you improve your workflow while minimizing waste and maximizing profits!