FILE SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
FILE SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Platform : Mac
Supported Software : Adobe Illustrator CS1 , Adobe Photoshop CS1 , Adobe InDesign CS1 ; Microsoft Office . We accept QuarkXPress 5 and 6 , but prefer a PDF file . We can open Microsoft Publisher documents , but cannot make any changes to the files . Additional charges may apply for handling files from software we do not support .
File Formats : We can accept many file formats , but some work better for signage than others - . ai or . eps work the best . If you have another format , please email us your file , and we will see if it is useable for your project . Additional charges may be added if work is needed on the file . ( We are not responsible for color variances due to conversions from incorrect formats .)
Fonts / Type : If possible , convert any type in your project to outlines , curves or paths . We reserve the option to substitute similar fonts if necessary . When it is essential to preserve font appearance , please be sure to convert any type in your project to outlines , curves or paths . ( Fonts are not interchangeable between Mac and PC platforms .)
Images ( Photographs ): To produce the best quality image possible , any images in your project should be at a resolution of at least 100-150 dpi ( or ppi ) at FULL SIZE ( or the final size at which the image will be printed ). Forcing up the resolution of a low-resolution image will not produce a nice quality image . Images downloaded from a web page (. jpg , . gif ) are VERY low resolution .
Colors / Color Matching : Please reference Pantone ( PMS ) colors in your file to indicate desired colors . A printout of the sign is also helpful . If you must have a specific color match , please tell us when the order is placed . Color matching may incur additional charges . Please keep in mind that not all monitors and printers display or print the same color the same way . Do not assume the color you see on your screen will be what prints out on our printer . Exact matches on all colors is not possible ; we will work with you to make sure you get the closest representation of the color that is possible from our printer . ( We are not responsible for color variances due to conversions from incorrect formats .)
Before you send a file : Please take a moment to check your file closely for resolution , color , or spelling issues before providing the file to us . We will do our best to make sure any issues are spotted and resolved before production , but we cannot be held responsible if the file preparation guidelines are not followed . If sending a file digitally by email , a . pdf or . jpg of what the file should look like will help prevent mistakes .
Pressure-Sensitive Materials Our vinyl products are offered in a range of light to permanent adhesives . Most of our products are made with a Super Tac vinyl that provides an immediate and permanent tack when applied . For a decal that is completely removable and leaves no adhesive residue , a Low-Tac Removable decal is recommended . Blockout decals are supplied with a gray adhesive that blocks light transmission , making it ideal for covering existing signs or graphics . Static Stic is an indoor material that is pressure-sensitive without the use of adhesives . The static cling process enables the decals to stick to a smooth surface such as glass . The minimum recommended application temperature of pressure-sensitve materials is 50 ° F .
When applying magnets to a vehicle , the area should be thoroughly cleaned and then dried . The magnet should be removed weekly to clean and dry the product and underlying surface .
Whitewood is weather-resistant plywood with a . 015 ” thick aluminum sheet laminated to the surface . It is stocked with a poly backer and a protective surface film . ( All whitewood signs are trim-capped to protect edges even more ).
Aluma Corr is a weatherproof . 25 ” thick material made with smooth . 013 ” aluminum sheets laminated to both sides of a . 20 ” corrugated plastic corr .
Styrene is a rigid plastic with a smooth surface . It is most frequently used for cards or projects not requiring long-term outdoor exposure . Polyethylene products remain flexible during cold months and resist chipping and cracking at extreme temperatures . Corrugated Plastic signs are on a heavy 3 / 16 ” thick corrugated plastic sheeting .
If you have any questions about the above information , please call the sign department at Greater Minnesota ( 320 ) 485-2535 .
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