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  1. 10th November 2009, 01:38 PM #1
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    Default Where to get metal printed

    The metal instruction panels on my lathe are all but faded away. I would like to get new ones printed. Does anyone know where I might start? I imagine im after some sort of a sign writer that does small jobs.

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  3. 10th November 2009, 01:50 PM #2
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    You could try an engraver,maybe a trophy place.
  4. 10th November 2009, 01:57 PM #3
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    OT: Home made engraved label plate for lathe - Practical Machinist - Largest Manufacturing Technology Forum on the Web
  5. 10th November 2009, 02:03 PM #4
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    Cool link RC. That looks like it would be a hobby in itself though! Id still be here this time next year trying to organise equiptment!
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    Well the poster who did it lives in Australia so everything he describes is available here off the shelf..
  7. 10th November 2009, 07:15 PM #6
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    How big is the plate? Do you have the design for what you want on it? I should be able to engrave it on my CNC Mill if it fits on my table.

  8. 11th November 2009, 09:47 AM #7
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    Thanks mate. I'll do some measurements and send you a PM

    Brendan
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