Fleet Graphics
Vehicle Lettering and Graphics
Fleet Graphics, Vehicle Wraps and Vinyl Lettering in NJ
For companies that rely on vehicles - from truck fleets to company cars - these vehicles are often the most visible part of your business. Delivery vehicles, contractor cars, passenger buses - all are seen by thousands of people each day as they drive through NJ and NY cities. Turn your vehicle into a branded mobile advertisement with our vehicle wraps installation at Blue Dot Signs. Blue Dot Signs is an experienced fabricator and installer of custom vehicle wraps.
We produce vinyl decals, transformative full wraps, custom cut lettering and more, all of high quality manufactured vinyl that will transform the vehicles your business uses. Give us a call at 908-486-7000 to start the process and get a quote for your car or truck wrap.
Types of Fleet Graphics available at Blue Dot Signs
Applying a printed vinyl wrap to your vehicle or placing vinyl lettering on a truck creates the appearance of permanent paint, yet can be removed whenever needed without damaging the surface beneath. To ensure a wrap fits the vehicle, each one is individually made and customized with options for size, shape, and graphics.
Options for Vinyl Vehicle Graphics
Vehicle wraps are made from a vinyl film that is thin, flexible, and lightweight. The film is a cast vinyl, meaning it is created from liquid plastic that is poured into a “cast,” or mold, in a thin layer. The vinyl hardens to create a single sheet. This vinyl manufacturing process differs from others and yields a vinyl that adjusts to the shape of whatever object it is adhered to rather than maintaining its own shape. This allows it to fit around the angles and curves of a vehicle.
The primary vinyl film used in vehicle wraps is manufactured by 3M, although Avery and Oracal also produce vehicle wrap film that can be used as well. It is a 2 mil film with an adhesive backing and stretch so that it fits with a smooth finish. Depending on the type of vinyl wrap needed, the film is cut to the required shape and size. The options include:
- Vehicle Decals - A decal can be made from a logo, product artwork, or other designs to be placed on a vehicle or the windows. Decals can be any size, with some as small as a couple inches across and others covering an entire vehicle.
- Full Vehicle Wraps - A full wrap covers the entire vehicle, leaving none of the original paint visible. This creates a look that most resembles a custom, detailed paint job, but can be removed at any time. Windows can also be covered in a full vehicle wrap with a transparent vinyl or perforated vinyl mesh.
- Partial Vehicle Wraps - Partial wraps cover a portion of the vehicle. That can be a panel like the back of a truck or the hood of a car. They can also be cut based on their design so that they do not cover the entire panel of the vehicle where they are installed.
- Vehicle Lettering - White, black, or colored vinyl can be cut into letters, both in standard and custom typefaces. Letters can be used for regulatory DOT signs, a business’s name, decoration, advertising, or contact information.
To install a vinyl film, the vehicle’s surface is deep cleaned and allowed to dry. Then the vinyl is slowly applied, using a gentle stretching to position it. The adhesive is pressure activated, and heat guns are used as well to meld the film to the vehicle. The vinyl requires 24 hours to set before the car can be used once more.
A vinyl wrap or decal is weather resistant and can withstand rain, snow, road salt, sun, and high wind speeds for 4 to 5 years on average before it needs to be removed.
Blue Dot Signs Services for Vehicle Wraps
Ordering and applying a vinyl wrap involves more than fabrication. Wraps need to be designed to the specific measurements of the make and model of the vehicle. Installation, especially of full or partial wraps, is typically done by professionals so that it fits properly and does not damage the paint. Beyond fabrication, we also have:
- Vehicle Wrap Design - For companies that do not have a graphic designer familiar with vehicle wrapping, our in house designers can transfer your design into one that meets the dimensions of your vehicle. They can also work with you if you only have a general idea and no set designs.
- Vehicle Wrap Installation - We can install every type of vinyl graphic onto your business vehicles. As 3M certified installers, we use the approved process that protects the vehicle’s paint, creates a smooth finish, and lasts for 4 to 5 years.
- Vehicle Wrap Maintenance - Many wraps can be maintained with regular cleaning and proper storage. For additional needs, we can assist in maintaining the look of your vehicle wrap.
- Vehicle Wrap Removal - It is also recommended that removal be done by a professional to prevent any damage to the paint. We use heat and chemicals to cleanly strip the wrap, and this results in a smooth removal if there has been extra adhesion in wraps past the end of their lifespan.
Uses for Vinyl Wraps
Vinyl wraps are often used by contractors, small businesses, delivery companies, courier services, municipalities, and corporate brands to advertise their services on their fleet vehicles. The wraps can be used as:
- DOT Signs
- Mobile Advertising
- Vehicle Branding
- Vehicle Protection
- Contact Information
Individuals can also use vinyl wraps to transform the look of the personal vehicles. Whether simulating a new paint job or adding a feature like stripes, a vehicle wrap can transform a car and help protect the standard paint from scratches and chips.
Contact Us for a Custom Vehicle Wrap in NJ
With over 30 years experience in sign fabrication and sign services, Blue Dot Signs can create and apply a vehicle wrap for your entire fleet, or for a personal vehicle that will be used to advertise your small business. We use advanced technology and a streamlined process in our sign manufacturing, keeping our rates affordable and our turnaround times fast so your vehicle is not kept out of service longer than necessary. Give our team a call at 908-486-7000 or send an email to info@bluedotsigns.com. We can help you begin the process whether you have a design for your wrap or questions about whether vinyl wrapping is right for your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are fleet graphics? Where are these signs used?
Fleet graphics are the vinyl wraps that are used to cover the vehicles. They can be any graphic, logo, or any other symbol to advertise your brand. These signs are used on vehicles to make them advertise different brands, or food trucks use these so that it can help attract customers.
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What are the materials used in fleet graphics?
There are different materials used in these signs. The main material that is used is vinyl. As vinyl is a very sturdy and strong material and it can easily adhere to harsh weather and has UV resistant ink.
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Are these signs weather resistant?
As these signs are placed on vehicles and they are parked outside so these signs are weather resistant and can easily adhere to harsh weather. But as high temperature makes the vinyl shrink so you need to keep them away from any hot area.
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How do I maintain these signs?
You can wash them with a soft brush and dishwashing solution. Do not use hot water on the wraps as it will make the wrap shrink.
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Are these signs better than paint?
These signs are easy to apply as compared to the paint. You can easily get them changed whenever you want and give your vehicle a brand new look.
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Do you offer full wraps as well as partial wraps?
We sure do. Not only do we offer full wraps that can cover your vehicle entirely giving it a brand new look or we also offer the partial wraps that can be made as lettering or as simple graphics that can give your vehicle a great new look.
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How long do these signs last?
The life of the signs depend on how well you take care of them, They can easily last for 3 to 5 years and even more.
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What type of vehicles do you wrap?
We wrap different types of vehicles. That include food trucks, trailers, vans, mini vans, trucks and many more.
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Can you install my wrap for me?
We sure can. We have a team of professionals who can easily install any type of sign for you anywhere you want without any hassle.