Glossy 30 mil heavy duty magnets with a variety of uses. Best suited for car door signage. It is highly recommended testing a sample of our car door magnet on the specific vehicle you will be using the car door magnets with, as some cars have aluminum doors and magnets will not stick.
These magnets can also serve as temporary signage for construction sites or other quickly changing work environments. Printed with the same UV ink technology as our outdoor banners and coroplast yard signs for long lasting outdoor use. Not intended for small text size or borders.
RIGID - FOAMBOARD (3/16 or 3/8)
4' x 8' (can go custom up to 5' x 10') 3/16" or 3/8" thickness.
Purpose: Best for 1 time use - it's a delicate material - but if taken care of - can last longer, but does tend to wilt / bend Multi-Use material - depending on it's need or use - typical for placing on easels for presentations, etc. Not waterproof.
RIGID - COROPLAST (4mm)
4' x 8' (can go custom up to 5' x 10') 4 mm thickness.
Purpose: Typically used for Yard or Parking signs (e.g. Real Estate, Election, Reserved For, etc.) Depending on it's use - material will have to be oriented appropriately to ensure the flutes are vertical, in the case of utilizing an H-stake with the sign. H-stake is best used on a soft ground environment (dirt/soil/grass, etc.) This product once printed, may show a linear effect due to its' corrugated flute structure. Ink is UV Cured (dried).
INDOOR BANNER (10mil)
PREMIUM, 59.5" x 150' + 10 mil thickness.
Purpose: This material is very thin and made of Polypropylene with a smooth matte finish. This is intended for indoor banners, POP displays, artful decor, etc. Not scuff resistant or waterproof.
POSTERS (8mil)
(photo gloss) 59.5" x 150' + 8 mil thickness.
Purpose: This material is a Pigment / Dye / QuickDry - Photo Quality Glossy material. Somewhat delicate, not scuff resistant or waterproof.
OUTDOOR BANNER (13oz)
(13oz) 16' x 150' (one piece) *** Anything larger we can hem together (any size in 16' rements)
Purpose: Specifically intended for outdoor use, can also be used indoors. Inks are UV Cured (dried). Waterproof & durable. This material is typically used for billboards, building wraps, banners, event flags, trade show signage, parades, etc.
WINDOW CLING (7mil)
53.5" x 120" + 7 mil thickness.
Purpose: White static cling window film. Near photo quality glossy material for indoor or outdoor use. Prints will have a paper backer that will be peeled off prior to application. Material will only cling on back side of print. Ideal for POP signage on glass or other very smooth clean materials. Print is shipped rolled for all sizes unless ordering larger quantities.
General:
1. What is the difference between raster and vector?
Raster based artwork such as photos, or flattened artwork (from Adobe Photoshop) are made up of tiny squares (pixels) and depending on your resolution and/or final output size desired, the file could have a low quality end result. Any raster elements you wish to use should have a high enough resolution (DPI) before considering them for your large format product.
Vector based artwork such as illustrations or clip-art style elements (from AdobeIllustrator) is made with mathematical calculations, and can be scaled up to any size without losing quality. Keep in mind that any effects used in Adobe Illustrator are raster based and have transparency - this greatly adds to file size and you must have correct settings in your "Document Raster Effects Settings" to ensure best output for these effects. If you're doing a photo-quality print on a 36" x 48" poster, and leave the raster effects settings at default 72 DPI - you may see tiny squares in your drop shadows, as opposed to a smooth shadow.
2. Which program do you recommend for best quality output of my order?
While it is not mandatory, we prefer Adobe formats (such as PDF) - if you're using a program outside of Adobe, it will have to be exported from whichever program is being used as one of the following file types - PDF, JPG, or TIF - prior to uploading.
3. Do you print using any Spot or Pantone colors at OZOPrint?
We only print 4 color process (CMYK). If you use Spot or Pantone colors, please have them converted to process colors prior to uploading your file.
4. What size are your Grommets? How far apart do you typically place them?
We use #2 grommets, they are 3/8" and brass in color. Grommets are placed in all 4 corners, and from there they will be placed every 24" as necessary.
5. Do you offer double-hemming on any of your outdoor products?
We do not sew our hems. OZOPrint.com utilizes a hot air welding system that is far stronger than a standard sewn hem, making the need for double hemming a thing of the past.
6. Why does it take so long to upload files?
Files sizes for OZOPrint can be monsterous, chances are your file may take longer than your typical business card file. Your file size and your network connection are the two main factors affecting upload speed. See our Scale & Resolution Example chart below.
Scale & Resolution Example Chart
* Final Size
Artboard Size
Scale
Resolution/DPI
18" x 24"
18" x 24"
1/1
300 DPI
24" x 36"
24" x 36"
1/1
200 DPI
36" x 48"
36" x 48"
1/1
150 DPI
3' x 6'
3' x 6'
1/1
100 DPI
4' x 8'
12" x 24"
1/4
900 DPI A.O.R. - 75
8' x 20'
8" x 20"
1/12
900 DPI A.O.R. - 75
14' x 48'
7" x 24"
1/24
600/900 DPI A.O.R. - 50 to 75
* This chart gives some examples on how to set-up your file for size and resolution. A.O.R. - Actual Output Resolution
7. I have a small file that I need to have recreated in vector format for a large print - what do you recommend?
We can convert raster artwork to
vector. Please email us at info@ozoprint.com for more info.
8. How can you offer such low prices?
Most printing companies run individual jobs on one sheet. We will utilize the maximum square h of the sheet by impositioning jobs together dispersing the fixed cost of a job between several projects and then we pass the savings on to you.
9. How do I store my banner for later use? Is there any maintenance or cleaning required?
When
you are done displaying your banner - in order to maximize your future
usage, you must keep it clean, dry, and in a dry cool place while it is
not in use. Your outdoor vinyl banner will probably get pretty dirty
from all the elements during it's time being displayed. The best method
of cleaning your outdoor vinyl banner is to lay it flat (if possible)
on a clean area, table or floor. It is recommended that you use a mild
dishwashing liquid and luke warm water to rinse. Do not use any harsh
abrasive or petroleum type cleaners. Clean and dry each side before
storing. You must ensure it is completely dry prior to roll up and
storage. Any wetness left on the banner will cause mildew and may ruin
some of your banner over time.
Once
your banner is completely dry - roll it up with the image outward - to
avoid any cracking of the printed side. Do not roll your banner super
tight or super loose - this will allow for some breathing room while it
is stored. Place your banner back in box and store it flat, not
vertical. If it is standing up vertically, it may wilt and warp causing
wrinkles over time.
10. How many H-Stakes do I need for my sign?
2-step
H-Stake: Typically used for 24" x 18" and smaller. For signs larger
than 24" x 18" we recommend using 2 separate H-Stakes.
11. Do you colormatch?
We do not colormatch.
12. How should I care for and store my 30mil Car Magnets?
Magnets
are not always shipped flat, so it is highly recommended to lay them
flat on the hood or roof of your car in the sun for a couple of hours
before use. This will help evaporate any moisture build-up that accrued
during shipment, if any, and it will help your magnets maintain a flat
profile. You may want to keep them in a flat box or on a flat surface
at all times and only handle them when cleaning and installing, to help
maintain their flatness. We recommend you keep your magnets clean on
both sides, as well as the placement area on your car door or area of
your choosing must also be clean and free of oils, dust, dirt, and
other build-up. It's a good idea to take your magnets inside your home
or garage away from the elements and lay them flat in a cool dry place,
while not in use. You can clean your magnets with a soft moist cotton
cloth with water, no abrasive cleaners. It's recommended that you do
not stand them up on their side, as they may wilt and might not lay
completely flat on the surface of your car door after wilting. These
suggestions are to help the longevity of your magnets.
13. Can OZOPrint.com dropship to my customers?
Yes,
absolutely. OZOPrint.com isalso a resource for the
trade only. We do not and will not compete with you, the trade
customer, for your hard earned customers and clients. After you place your order email trade@ozoprint.com your from address within two hours.
14. What is the best way to install my OZOPrint order?
OZOPrint recommends professional installation for all of its products. Please take care when
ordering any OZOPrint product. Take into consideration where the product will be placed and
stresses it may be subjected to, such as wind. OZOPrint stands behind all of its products
and will QC all orders to the best of its ability but OZOPrint will not be held responsible
for damages resulting from improper installation or use.
15. Why is the ink chipping off the edges of my rigid prints?
The reason you might have chipping on some edges of your product is most likely due to the heavy
ink coverage that you used in your artwork. Once your prints are cut down, there are chances that if
you used dark colors at the cut lines - there will be some chipping that occurs after the cutting process.
The Ultra-Violet Curable (UVC) inks we use on our rigid substrates differ from other common types of inks.
Our UVC inks do not dry, however, they solidify after a tenth of a second of exposure to intense UV Light.
This UVC ink is formed into a mechanical bond to the substrate surface whereas a solvent printer heats up
the media being printed upon to allow the solvent to actually penetrate the substrate, leaving the ink
embedded in the media. While we do our best to avoid an imperfect product being shipped out, there are
occasions that in the packaging and shipping process that these imperfections surface due to friction and
rubbing, are then ultimately beyond our control. To avoid issues with ink "chipping" off the edges of your
printed piece, avoid heavy ink coverage on the edges. Any color bleeding off the edge of the printed piece
should be below 140% TAC.
16. What do you recommend to clean smudges or gunk off of my banner or yard signs?
For
areas covered with ink it is recommended to use soap and warm water.
For non-ink areas it is recommended to use a household ammonia based
window cleaner or similar. It is always a good idea to test in a
non-conspicuous area to test to make sure your cleaner will not melt or
otherwise harm your banner or yard sign. OZOPrint suggests using your
best judgement when using cleaning products as OZOPrint will not
reprint or replace any banner or yard sign damaged by improper cleaning
techniques.
File Setup:
1. What file types does OZOPrint accept?
PDF, JPG, TIF / PC or MAC
PDF is highly recommended.
2. What resolution or size should I create my artwork to ensure the best output?
This depends on what the final output size will be, and its viewing distance.
Please reference our Scale & Resolution Example Chart and Letter Visibility Chart below:
Scale & Resolution Example Chart
* Final Size
Artboard Size
Scale
Resolution/DPI
18" x 24"
18" x 24"
1/1
300 DPI
24" x 36"
24" x 36"
1/1
200 DPI
36" x 48"
36" x 48"
1/1
150 DPI
3' x 6'
3' x 6'
1/1
100 DPI
4' x 8'
12" x 24"
1/4
900 DPI A.O.R. - 75
8' x 20'
8" x 20"
1/12
900 DPI A.O.R. - 75
14' x 48'
7" x 24"
1/24
600/900 DPI A.O.R. - 50 to 75
* This chart gives some examples on how to set-up your file for size and resolution. A.O.R. - Actual Output Resolution
Letter Visibility Chart
Letter Height
Max Impact Distance
Max Readable Distance
3 h
30feet
100 feet
4 h
40 feet
150 feet
6 h
60 feet
200 feet
8 h
80 feet
350 feet
9 h
90 feet
400 feet
10 h
100 feet
450 feet
12 h
120 feet
525 feet
15 h
150 feet
630 feet
This is based on dark text on a plain white background in clear weather conditions
There is an approximate 10% variance when using various color combinations.
Letter Visibility Chart
Letter Height
Max Impact Distance
Max Readable Distance
18 h
180 feet
750 feet
24 h
240 feet
1000 feet
30 h
300 feet
1250 feet
36 h
360 feet
1500 feet
42 h
420 feet
1750 feet
48 h
480 feet
2000 feet
54 h
540 feet
2250 feet
60 h
600 feet
2500 feet
This is based on dark text on a plain white background in clear weather conditions
There is an approximate 10% variance when using various color combinations.
3. When should I scale down my artwork?
It is not always necessary to scale your artwork down but here are a few good things to know.
Vector Art
Will your file be over 200"? If yes you will want to scale it down by half. While
Illustrator has a maximum document size nearly 228". Acrobat and others will only read up
to 200" resulting in lost artwork. So while the artwork looks ok in Illustrator, it will
not print correctly.
Raster Art
Will your file be over 30,000 pixels along either axis? If yes you will need to reduce the resolution of the
file to reduce the overall file size to 30,000 or less. This will maintain the correct file
size and aspect ratio. Don't be worried about losing quality. A 30,000 pixel document at 150dpi
is nearly 16' and would not be viewed close up anyway.
4. Should I include any fonts with my files?
No, please ensure all fonts are outlined prior to file upload. If using Photoshop, please provide the flattened file only.
5. Should I include crop marks on my artwork so OZOPrint knows were to cut?
Absolutely
not. OZOPrint's upload and design tool gives us exactly what we need
to know when trimming your order. Please do not lude crop marks,
color bars, registration marks or any other indicators that you do not
want printed on the final piece.
6. I love borders on my banners and yard signs, but will that be a problem?
Yes.
Borders are an issue because all substrates will vary from batch to
batch making exact cuts very difficult. We recommend that you do not
design your file with a border. If you do OZOPrint will not reprint an
order with borders of varying widths. If you absolutely must have a
border make it at least 2 hes in thickness, however OZOPrint still
does not recommend borders.
7. What is overprint, and how can it ruin my file?
Primarily used to intentionally overlap inks for a number of reasons, overprint can cause
unexpected results. We suggest that you turn all overprint objects off before submitting your files. On Screen ViewAfter Printing
In this case the logo was set to overprint. The colors from logo are mixing with the
colors from the background. Unexpected results may occur if you have accidentally set certain
objects to overprint. Always check logos and other artwork before submitting.
8. What is rich black and how can I get it?
Rich black is an ink mixture of solid black, 100% K, with additional CMY ink values.
This results in a darker tone than black ink alone. If you print black alone as 100% K,
the resulting black may not be as dark as you might like.
100% K on screen
100% K after print
We recommend using C 60 M 40 Y 40 K 100
This will give you a deep, dark, rich black.
9. What is overprint, and how can it ruin my file?
Grayscale images that are converted to CMYK will have a color shift in the final print. That shift may be green or yellow. Grayscale On ScreenGrayscale After Print
Always check the CMYK values of your grayscale in the final CMYK document. If there are other values
other then K in your grayscale image, there is a chance that the color will vary.
To eliminate all values other then K, use your Channel Mixer (adjustment layer) in Photoshop, then click
"Monochrome" and adjust accordingly.
10. Do I need bleed for my files?
7mil Cling - no bleed, no crops - make your artwork exactly the size you are ordering.
8mil - no bleed, no crops - make your artwork exactly the size you are ordering.
10mil - no bleed, no crops - make your artwork exactly the size you are ordering.
Coroplast - ensure you have .5" on all sides of your artwork, do not add crops.
Foamboard - ensure you have .5" on all sides of your artwork, do not add crops.
13oz Vinyl - no bleed, no crops - make your artwork exactly the size you are ordering.
We suggest you keep any important text / artwork 2 hes inward from the edge of your artwork
as to avoid any elements being cut off / hemmed over.
Magnets - ensure you have .5" on all sides of your artwork, do not add crops.
11. What color mode should my files be?
If you send us an RGB file, there is a chance that a color shift may occur and you may not
be satisfied with your job.
These colors are in RGB
These are the same colors but in CMYK
You should always start and finish your designs in CMYK color mode. Never use PMS or Pantone Colors.
12. If my files are in Illustrator and my artwork clearly has the required
bleed necessary for your rigid substrate guidelines, why do I still get an email asking
me to upload new files with correct bleed?
Often times, your artwork itself is set-up correctly - however, when you save as PDF - your PDF file
will only output the size you have in your document set-up. To ensure your bleed is always acknowledged,
you must lude the bleed on your artboard (Document Set-up) in addition to the actual size of your
finished size desired. i.e. If you order a 24" x 18" Coroplast, your artwork with bleed and document
set-up both should actually be 25" x 19".
13. Are there any color issues to consider when setting up my files for Coroplast, Foamboard, or Magnet Substrates?
Yard Signs - Due to the nature of Coroplast, most of your light colors and/or pastels are
more susceptible to streaks, fingerprints, smudges, and smears. Cyan and Light Cyan are often an issue
as the ink does not penetrate the substrate heavy enough to cover some of these smudges or fingerprints.
When setting up your files, try to avoid large areas of solid light colors and gradients. If you must
have a large area of solid color, try to keep your T.A.C. (Total Area Coverage) above 150 if possible.
This means that when you add up all of the CMYK values, your total will add up to 150(%) out of a
full 400% build. i.e. Rich Black T.A.C. is 240% C-60 M-40 Y-40 K-100.
Foamboard - Foamboard does not have as many issues as Coroplast, but on occasion smudges
and fingerprints do happen. We still recommend you maintain your T.A.C. to be 150% and above. Foamboard
is somewhat pourous when compared to Coroplast and Magnets, on most light colors you might see a more
absorbed look when printing with Foamboard. Additionally, the Foamboard is not as bright white as the
Coroplast or Magnets, visibly it is a couple points lower on the brightness scale.
Car Magnets - Our magnetic substrate is especially prone to fingerprints and scratches. If you
follow the T.A.C. as mentioned above in the Coroplast portion of this FAQ, you should be fine.
14. My file contains a transparency, will it print OK?
No. Even the smallest transparency issue will cause problems with a printed file. It is always best
to flatten any file you send to OZOPrint. Outline fonts and ensure that your file is in CMYK mode for best
results. OZOPrint considers flattening transparency part of basic file setup and will not check for
this issue. If you are uncertain how to flatten transparencies in your file or if you would like us to
explain how to check for transparency problems please contact OZOPrint prior to submitting an order.
15. May I submit multiple artwork for a single OZOPrint order?
At this time OZOPrint can only accept 1 piece of artwork for any single job of any quantity.
16. What settings should I use to create my PDF in Adobe Illustrator?
Different
versions of Illustrator have different presets in the "Save PDF"
dialog. The PDF presets in Illustrator CS will not save the PDF to the
correct document size if any artwork extends past the edge of the
document size. It will lude all objects, luding those that are
not visible, producing a PDF with excess white space. This will produce
a PDF that is the orrect size. If not caught prior to submission it
will not print as intended.
For Illustrator CS2 and above it is recommended to use the "High Quality Print" preset.
Every file is different and it is not feasible to lude all possible issues in this FAQ. It is always best
to double check your PDF for size and excess white space before uploading.
17. I am making a double sided directional sign with arrows. What
do I need to consider to make sure the sign comes out correctly?
When
using arrows on a double sided sign, special care will need to be taken
with the direction of the arrows. If you want the arrows on both sides
of the sign to point the same direction when the sign is printed the
arrows need to be setup in opposite directions on the production files.
It's complicated, we know. See the example illustration below.
Shipping:
1. How will you ship my banners and signs?
All OZOPrint products will be shipped using UPS, and due to some restrictions set forth by UPS we have
had to take measures to ensure competitive shipping rates.
All
banners eight feet and under on their shortest side will be rolled and
shipped in mailing tubes. This provides the best quality to OZOPrint
customers. All banners ordered over eight feet on their shortest side
will be folded and shipped in a square box. If you are ordering a
banner over eight feet on the shortest side and would like to request
that your banner not be folded please contact our estimating
department. We will need to setup special shipping arrangements for you.
All rigid OZOPrint orders will be boxed and shipped according to their size.
2. My yard signs arrived, but my H-stakes have not.
OZOPrint
processes H-stake orders separately from sign orders. Stakes and signs
should both arrive on the same day but it is not uncommon for boxes
shipped ground to arrive on subsequent days.
3. Where will my OZOPrint Order ship from?
We are currently producing all OZOPrint orders in our production facilities in Glendale California.
4. Why do some of these shipping charges seem so high?
Due
to the large physical size of OZOPrint's products some orders may have
higher than expected shipping charges. Unfortunately there is little
OZOPrint can do as we are bound by the limitations set forth by our
shipper, in this case UPS.
