Custom metal signs and house numbers
Laser-cut names, numbers and logos, sold as a configurator.
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Who buys it
Homeowners, small shops, cafes and event organisers.
The product
Laser-cut steel or aluminium signs with the customer's text, font and size.
Why it fits vibe manufacturing
Text and logos turn into a flat DXF automatically, which is exactly what laser services quote instantly. There is no inventory: you order after the customer pays.
How to build it
- Build a preview page where the customer types text and picks font, size and finish.
- Generate the outline as DXF or SVG from the text with a script.
- Run a manufacturability check: minimum stroke width, island parts in letters like O and A, material thickness.
- Prototype one sign, check the finish and mounting holes.
- Send each paid order file to a laser cutting service.
The steps follow the 13-step playbook.
Cost lines to price
| Line | How to get the number |
|---|---|
| Laser cutting by area and cut length | instant quote |
| Finish: raw, powder coat or anodize | per-part finishing quote |
| Mounting hardware | catalogue price |
| Shipping flat | cheap compared with 3D products |
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Risks and the boring part
Fonts need a commercial license for resale; use open fonts. Thin strokes and enclosed letter islands fail without bridges, which your generator must handle.
General information only, not engineering, legal or compliance advice. Check requirements for your product and market.