Signage Roll Stock
Plaskolite signage roll stock is easily stored, transported and formed. Some special care is required to ensure roll stock stays damage-free. More information can be found in the Plaskolite signage fabrication guide.
Storage And Handling
It is best to store the reel on a portable A-frame stand. Slide a shaft through the reel ends, then lift the shaft using a forklift or hoist onto the stand. The sheet can be easily unwound for cutting desired lengths, and moved about the facility (See Fig. 21).
Spool Dimensions
For sizes and weights see Figure 22 and the accompanying chart.
Transportation and Distribution
Roll stock acrylic can be cut, rerolled and shipped. Care should be taken to cut without chipping. Wind the sheet no tighter than 50" diameter. Protect the entire sheet, especially the edges to minimize the possibility of cracks propagating from impacts to the edges during shipping. Transport the sheet standing on edge.
Forming and Annealing
Plaskolite acrylic sheet cut from reels can be thermoformed without annealing. If reeled acrylic is to be used for large, non thermoformed flat sections, annealing is recommended. Coiling of the acrylic causes bows, warps, and internal stresses. Without annealing, crazing during secondary sign making operations may occur.