Graphic Design & Printing

sign bomb

In the bustling heart of Cape Town’s thriving film industry, Sign Bomb has carved out a niche as a go-to supplier for high-quality printing, prop rentals, and graphic design solutions tailored to the fast-paced demands of film production. Specializing in quick turnarounds without compromising on quality, Sign Bomb supports everything from blockbuster movies to indie projects and commercials with its innovative services.

Who Is Sign Bomb?
Located at 370 Main Road, Observatory, Cape Town, Sign Bomb is a dynamic company that blends graphic design, large-format digital printing, vinyl cutting, and prop rentals—all specifically optimized for the film industry. With over 22 years of experience, they’ve mastered the art of interpreting creative briefs and delivering under tight deadlines, making them a trusted partner for production teams .

Core Services ~:

1.⁠ ⁠Prop Rentals & Fabrication
– Specializing in *print-related props*, Sign Bomb offers an extensive inventory, including:
– Light boxes, road signs, and poster frames.
– Retro and modern gas station setups, airport signage, and roadwork props.
– Custom fake license plates, traffic poles, and streetlights adaptable for international film sets .
– Their expertise extends to period-specific props, ensuring authenticity for historical or fictional
settings.

2.⁠ ⁠Large-Format Printing for Film
– Equipped with seven large-format printers, Sign Bomb handles:
– Flexible substrates: Vinyl, canvas, PVC banners, backlit films, and fabrics.
– Rigid materials: Using a Ricoh flatbed UV printer for wood, Perspex, glass, and ceramics (up to
2.1 x 3.2 m) .
– Applications include vehicle wraps, billboards, set backdrops, and fake marble/wood textures
for immersive scenes.

3.⁠ ⁠Quick Turnaround & Film-Friendly Approach
– Known for their “don’t go home until it’s done” ethos, they’ve applied vinyl to roads at dawn and
hung graphics from boats—showcasing their adaptability .
– Services like laser cutting (with optical recognition) and print-and-cut vinyl enable intricate, last-
minute prop modifications.

Why Sign Bomb Stands Out ~:
•⁠ ⁠Film Industry Expertise: They understand *what the camera sees*, ensuring props and prints look
authentic on screen .
•⁠ ⁠Innovative Solutions: From *fabricated product packaging* to *Dutch road sign replicas*, they
recreate associative details that elevate scenes.
•⁠ ⁠Speed & Reliability: Critical for film schedules, their team thrives under pressure, offering same-
day or overnight services when needed.

Sign Bomb isn’t just a printing company—it’s a creative partner that helps filmmakers build believable worlds. Whether it’s a dystopian street sign or a vintage storefront wrap, their blend of technical precision, speed, and cinematic savvy makes them indispensable to Cape Town’s film industry.

For productions seeking *quality, speed, and ingenuity, Sign Bomb delivers—literally and figuratively.

Contact
Graeme Blem 021 4476075 / 083 265 7795