Graphic-Al, a Mitsubishi Plastics Composites America Inc. (Chesapeake, VA) brand, offers a line of four foamboards: Graphic-Al LT (light and tough), HP (high performance), OR (original) and DP (direct print). All of these foamboards can be worked with cutters and contour-cutters, screenprinted, and are 3 mil thick. For digitally printed applications, the company recommends Graphical-DT, which has the best ink adhesion of the Graphic-Al products. Pre-testing is recommended for digital printing on other models. Sheet sizes are typically 48 x 96 in. and each sheet is available in black and white, with some models available in other colors.
The original product (OR), designed as an alternative to coated-aluminum sheet, is made of foamed polyethylene covered by a 0.005-in. aluminum sheet. All four products are suitable for outdoor signage, the company says. Distributors can be found at www.graphic-al.com.