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<body> <h1>Full Version: <a href="https://www.engravingetc.org:443/archive/index.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.13">Silver Trays</a></h1><a name="a4399_13"></a><p><b>From: Zelmon</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.13">#13</a>]<br /> 23 Jul 2006<br /><b>To: basehorawards</b> 24 Jul 2006</p> <p>Hi James<br /> Would like to help out on this one, the job you explain is a very common one for me, anything from 10 to 50 per week. I will take the info to work on Monday, do a few layouts and e mail back to you, there is a time difference, so there could be a delay. My web site has info on layout and design, may help you</p> <p>regards</p> <p>Simon Cork<br /> Sheffield UK</p> <hr /><a name="a4399_14"></a><p><b>From: basehorawards</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.14">#14</a>]<br /> 24 Jul 2006<br /><b>To: Zelmon</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.13">#13</a>] 24 Jul 2006</p> <p>Simon,</p> <p>Thanks for the information. Your website is very helpful.</p> <p>I will watch for some samples.</p> <p>Thanks again,</p> <hr /><a name="a4399_15"></a><p><b>From: basehorawards</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.15">#15</a>]<br /> 24 Jul 2006<br /><b>To: logojohn</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.11">#11</a>] 24 Jul 2006</p> <p>Well at least I picked the right font. I was close on size too so maybe I am starting to get the hang of the rotary engraving. In another 20 years I might get pretty good at it. I am going to use the 3 line font for this one and practice with the true types on one of the extra trays.</p> <p>I have run into that problem with clip art before with all the vector lines. You are right they can be a mess.</p> <p><br /> As for trophy plates most of my customers seem to prefer the lasered brass as being easier to read at all angles. I like both so I just go with what they want. Sublimation is not really an option for me other than for large orders as I use Rallye Productions for the metal and transfers.</p> <p>Thanks again for the help,</p> <hr /><a name="a4399_16"></a><p><b>From: basehorawards</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.16">#16</a>]<br /> 24 Jul 2006<br /><b>To: Doc (GREAT_ATLANTIC)</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.12">#12</a>] 24 Jul 2006</p> <p>Hmm, I will have to take the time to play with adding a second font. That does seem like it could be nice.</p> <p>Thanks for the tip.</p> <hr /><a name="a4399_17"></a><p><b>From: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY)</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.17">#17</a>]<br /> 25 Jul 2006<br /><b>To: Zelmon</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.13">#13</a>] 26 Jul 2006</p> <p>I read the info on engraving trays, educational. </p> <p>The only suggestion I would have is instead of engraving on air, use 3 layers of Scotch tape or a single layer of the clear vinyl transfer tape. Unscrew the drag pit and use a faint bit of finger pressure on the bit.</p> <p>This will give clear lines exactly where the bit touches and not leave any mark on the product. </p> <p>My wife came up with the transfer tape. It is tougher than the Scotch tape and also leaves a good line. It can also be bought in many widths, a major bonus.</p> <hr /><a name="a4399_18"></a><p><b>From: Zelmon</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.18">#18</a>]<br /> 26 Jul 2006<br /><b>To: Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY)</b> [<a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.17">#17</a>] 26 Jul 2006</p> <p>Yes that is a good idea Harvey, especially useful when engraving something like a gallery tray (you may not have these) silver trays with a rolled pattern and an oval clear patch in the centre. Getting it lined up can be tricky.<br /> Another way, especially if the text is long, i.e. 5 or 6 minutes, is to save the layout, then delete the text, put a single letter in each corner of the top and bottom line, then set the machine running. You can see the four corners "engrave" and judge its position.</p> <p>regards</p> <p>Simon Cork<br /> Sheffield Uk</p> <hr /><p align="center">Show messages: <a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.1">All</a>  <a href="lmessages.php?webtag=EE&msg=4399.1">1-12</a>  13-18</p> <h4><a href="lthread_list.php?webtag=EE">Back to thread list</a> | <a href="llogout.php?webtag=EE">Login</a></h4> <h6>© 2025 <a href="http://www.beehiveforum.net/" target="_blank">Project Beehive Forum</a></h6> </body>