Looking for a reliable metal sign UV flatbed machine manufacturer? You have to figure out these paths

Hey, in our industry, who hasn’t had the headache of finding an equipment manufacturer? Especially for metal signs, UV flatbed printing is so popular now. The effect is really good, fast, high-precision, and can handle various complex patterns and small batch customization. But the problem is that the machine is not just for show when you buy it. It must be durable and stable in the future. The service has to keep up, so finding a reliable manufacturer is much more important than simply comparing prices. Today I’m going to talk a little more down to earth and talk about how to get in touch with manufacturers who really do things and get reliable contact information instead of flailing around in a sea of information.

First of all, you have to understand that when looking for manufacturers, it is no longer the time to make phone calls based on the Yellow Pages. However, the information on the Internet is too complicated and the advertisements are overwhelming. It is easy to get into trouble if you are not careful. My personal experience is that don’t search for “UV flatbed machine manufacturer contact information” and then call according to the first advertisement. What you find like that is probably just a sales agent, or simply someone who resells information.

"Dive" to dig for treasures in industry gathering places.  There are several places where people in the industry gather together: One is a professional B2B platform for machinery manufacturing or printing equipment, such as some large industry websites. Don’t just read the home page recommendations, go to forums and communities, especially the sections for user discussions, troubleshooting, or experience sharing. Users often mention in it “I can use the machines of such and such manufacturer”, “Their after-sales engineer’s surname is Wang, and the phone number is...” This kind of information is provided by real users. "Bring it out" information is much more valuable. The other is industry groups on social media, such as some professional WeChat groups, QQ groups, or industry circles on knowledge sharing platforms. Don't rush to post ads and ask questions in them. First, check out what others are talking about. Sometimes the manufacturer's technicians themselves will answer questions there. You can find clues by following the clues. Read more and listen more, and be less of a "hands-on party."

Work backwards from the finished product to find the source.  Pay attention to those around you or your colleagues who have particularly excellent UV printing results for metal signs - color fastness, high precision, and wear resistance. Go directly and ask them what machine they use, which manufacturer it is, and how they feel about using it. Recommendations from peers are often the most direct, and they can tell you about the manufacturer’s after-sales service. Whether the response is fast or not, and whether the accessories are expensive or not, these are the really important things after buying the equipment. If the other party is willing to share it, you may get not only a switchboard number, but the direct contact information of a reliable sales or technical manager, which can help you skip a lot of trouble in early communication.

Face-to-face "inspection" at the exhibition.  This is one of the most traditional but also most effective methods. Every year, there are large-scale advertising signs, printing and packaging or industrial manufacturing exhibitions in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Dongguan and other places. Be sure to take time to go there. At the exhibition, you can see the machine operation, print samples, and directly talk to the manufacturer's technology, sales and even the boss. You can put forward your specific needs on the spot.: For example, how thick the metal plates are mainly made, whether white ink printing is required, daily production capacity requirements, etc., see how they answer, and it seems reliable. You can change your business card and add WeChat on the spot. You will get first-hand contacts at the exhibition. Follow-up communication is efficient, and you can intuitively feel the strength and attitude of the manufacturer.

Obtaining contact information through these methods is only the first step. After making contact, how to judge whether it is reliable? I usually ask a few specific questions.: What brands are used for the nozzles and guide rails at the core of your machine? ”“What is the difference between the recommended ink and coating solutions for 304 stainless steel and aluminum alloy? ”“If it is in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai, how long does it take for the after-sales engineer to arrive? ” See whether their answers are professional and specific, or whether they will only talk in general terms "our machines are very good". Ask them to provide nearby customer cases. It is best to go and see them on the spot and listen to the feedback from end users.

One last word, don’t think of “manufacturer contact information” as a simple phone number. Behind it is a complete set of technical support, after-sales service and quality assurance system. Spend more time in the early stage, and you may save countless troubles and losses later. After all, a UV flatbed machine is a big item for us, and it must become a tool for you to make money, rather than an annoying “ancestor” in the workshop. I hope this little thought can help you avoid detours.