Welded or Sewn?

Which is better, a welded hem, or a sewn hem?  At Signs for Success, there's no question in our minds: we use welded banner hems every time!  With our Miller WeldMaster T-300 Extreme, our welded banner hems offer stronger banners with a cleaner look.

Using hot wedge technology, the two surfaces of the hem are heated to over 325° centigrade, melting the vinyl.  It is then drawn through pressure rollers to complete the fusion process.  Because a sewn hem creates a perforation in the fabric, banners with sewn hems are prone to failure.  With a welded hem, the material remains intact and is strengthened by the double layer on all edges.

Not only are welded hems stronger, but they look better, too.  Say goodbye to clashing thread stitched through beautiful digital prints. 

"For us, it is a big investment, but it gives us a finished product that no one else in our market can produce," owner John Bogensberger said about the WeldMaster.  "Producing great color on digitally printed banners is the ante these days.  Preserving the appearance and making it stronger at the same time gives us a distinct market advantage," he added.

Sewn pole pocket, used for
double thick banners to sew layers together

Welded pole pocket, used
for double-sided & single-sided banners, one layer thickness

If you would like to see the difference in person, it's always an open house at Signs for Success. Come visit our showroom and see all of the many ways we can take care of your business.