How much does it cost to make warning signs in Chengyang District? Let’s talk about the hidden factors that affect prices

Recently, I have received many private messages from friends in Chengyang District. The most frequently asked questions are:: “Editor, our factory/community wants to make a batch of warning signs. How much will it cost? ”To be honest, this question is like asking "How much does a meal in Chengyang cost?". There is really no way to give an accurate answer. Roadside stalls and star hotels can be the same!

Today I will put aside those official clichés and use my years of experience in this industry to talk to you in a down-to-earth manner about where your money is spent on making warning signs in Chengyang District, where you can save money, and where you must not be stingy.

Depends on what you want”: Material is the basis of price

This is the most intuitive part with the biggest price difference. If you walk on the streets of Chengyang and look at it, those simple "Slip with Care" and "No Parking" signs may be printed on aluminum plates or PVC plates. If made in batches, a small sign can cost dozens of yuan. This kind of warning is suitable for indoor or short-term and temporary warnings.

But if it is used outdoors, such as in the "heavy construction areas outside the construction site, no one is allowed to enter", or if it is required to be more durable in the park, then generally you have to use galvanized steel plate, stainless steel (commonly 201 or 304) or aluminum alloy. 304 stainless steel has the best rust resistance and is also the most expensive. ； Galvanized sheets are cost-effective and are the mainstay of outdoor signs. For brands of the same size, but with different materials, the cost may differ several times. I have seen some customers use thin iron sheet in order to be cheaper at the beginning. However, within a year, it became rusty and the words could not be read clearly. In the end, it made things worse and had to be redone. No money was saved at all.

Depends on "how to do it"”: Craftsmanship directly determines texture and lifespan

The material is the body, and the craftsmanship is the clothes and makeup. The craftsmanship aspect is also quite deep.

• Printing & Etching/Engraving:  The simplest is screen printing or UV printing, which directly prints patterns and text on the board. It is fast and low-cost, and is suitable for signs with simple content. However, if you want to pursue the kind of texture, bumpy feel, and the effect that will not fade after being exposed to wind and sun for more than ten years, then you have to Consider corrosion filling (also called etching) or laser engraving, especially department and system signs with dark backgrounds and gold or silver text. Many of them are made of corrosion filling paint, which makes them look particularly high-end. As the process becomes more complicated, the man-hours and losses will increase, and the price will naturally follow.

• surface treatment:  Many people will ignore this. After cutting the steel plate, the edges need to be polished, right? Otherwise, should the surface of the handle be primed? Do you want paint? The weather resistance of ordinary spray paint and automobile-grade baking paint is not even close to that of a star. There is also reflective film, which is the "soul" of traffic safety warning signs. Should it be applied with engineering-grade, high-strength grade or diamond-grade reflective film? Reflective effects at night vary widely, and prices vary greatly. Some traffic guide signs near major intersections and logistics parks in Chengyang have extremely high reflective requirements.

• Structure and installation:  Once the sign itself is finished, how do you put it up? Is it a simple matter of pasting and screwing, or does it require an independent column? Are the columns made of steel pipes, stainless steel pipes, or more complex H-shaped steel columns? Do you need a concrete foundation? Is the installation site on the ground, on a wall or in a green belt? The difficulty and risk of installation (such as high-altitude installation) will be factored into the final quote, and the installation fee may be higher than the production fee of the sign itself.

Quantity and design: The rules of the game for batches and single pieces

The reason is very simple. The unit price of making one brand is definitely different from that of making a hundred brands. If the costs of mold opening, machine adjustment, and material preparation are diluted, the unit price of batch production will come down. So if you have a large demand, be sure to ask for a stepped quotation.

The other is design. If you have ready-made, clear drawings (such as CAD files), the manufacturer can directly produce them according to the drawings, which can save a design fee. However, if you only have a vague idea and need a designer to help you conceive, layout, and produce renderings from scratch, then the cost of this part of the intellectual service must also be included. A good design is not only beautiful, but also can convey warning information clearly and accurately. This is money well spent.

Let’s talk about the local “market” and choices in Chengyang

When looking for manufacturers in Chengyang District, you have several options: One is a local sign processing factory, which has the advantage of easy communication. You can visit the factory at any time, follow up on the progress, and respond quickly to complex installation needs. The second is to find a large professional company in the city or even out of town. They may have more complete craftsmanship and are good at handling projects with very large or special requirements, but communication and logistics costs may increase.

In terms of price, the local manufacturing base in Chengyang is good and the competition is sufficient. The overall price is relatively realistic, but remember, Don't just focus on the lowest number , be sure to confirm all the material specifications, process details, installation methods, etc. mentioned above in black and white in the contract or quotation. A friend once compared the prices and chose the cheapest one. When it was delivered, he found that it was the thinnest material and the reflective film was of inferior quality. It did not reflect light at all at night and had no warning effect at all. This is a typical "spending money to buy scrap metal".

There is no standard price for making warning signs in Chengyang District. It can range from a simple OEM of a few dozen yuan to a customized sign with a large steel structure and high-performance reflective film worth tens of thousands of yuan. Your budget should first serve the signage. “core mission”  ——Deliver warning messages clearly, persistently and effectively when and where needed.

Before asking about the price next time, you might as well check it out yourself first.:

1. Where to use it?  (Indoor/outdoor/construction site/road...)

2. How long does it take?  (Temporary use/several years/long-term use...)

3. What are the requirements?  (Does it need to be reflective/do it need to be durable/do it have a special size or shape...)

4. How much?

Give this information to the manufacturer, and the quotation you get will be reliable and comparable. I hope this article can help friends in Chengyang who are worried about the signage budget. After all, safety warnings cannot be careless, and money must be spent wisely, right?