Grattan 2008 Does anyone have a connection with a company that does plaques?

CBRVFR · 05-16-2008, 11:20 AM

I just spoke with Sam at Grattan, and he's amenable to us putting up a memorial plaque for Richard on the tech shed.

Is it possible to get one that has a photo or an engraving of him on the bike?

CBR929RE · 05-16-2008, 01:40 PM

great idea Dave

nhfirefighter13 · 05-16-2008, 02:13 PM

I have seen a bunch of plaques with etched photos on them. I don't have any specific connections with people who do them, though.

I'll take a look and see what I can come up with in this area.

Hammer · 05-16-2008, 04:47 PM

I have a call in to the people that do all of our Graphics at work.I will post back when I hear from her.

CBRVFR · 05-16-2008, 09:46 PM

Hammer made contact with his company in Indiana, and they're excited to be involved. Apparently, they can do etchings or 3-D embossed images, and things of that nature...

Chris or anybody with graphic talents, can you please do a basic layout of an 8"x10" plaque? I'm thinking of one with a picture of Rich at speed on the F4 on top and a simple legend underneath:

Richard A Herald
1952-2007
Beloved Father and Husband
Great Friend and Rider
Godspeed #20

If we can get that into a .pdf ,we can email it to Hammer's contact and get some idea of what they can do.

Thanks!

Dave

HondaGalToo · 05-16-2008, 10:19 PM

What a wonderful idea!

evl_twn · 05-16-2008, 10:35 PM

How can we contribute to the cost of getting this done?

nhfirefighter13 · 05-16-2008, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBRVFR

Hammer made contact with his company in Indiana, and they're excited to be involved. Apparently, they can do etchings or 3-D embossed images, and things of that nature...

Chris or anybody with graphic talents, can you please do a basic layout of an 8"x10" plaque? I'm thinking of one with a picture of Rich at speed on the F4 on top and a simple legend underneath:

Richard A Herald
1952-2007
Beloved Father and Husband
Great Friend and Rider
Godspeed #20

If we can get that into a .pdf ,we can email it to Hammer's contact and get some idea of what they can do.

Thanks!

Dave

I can work something up this weekend if that is ok.

HondaGalToo · 05-16-2008, 11:57 PM

Yeah, would you like us to chip in, or is it something you'd just like to do?

CBRVFR · 05-17-2008, 09:38 AM

It would be fine if you want to contribute. We'll get a basic design to the company and figure out the options, I'll consult with Linda and then we can order as soon as possible.

Thanks, all.

nhfirefighter13 · 05-17-2008, 02:46 PM

Are we doing an engraving? Or a photo? Or are we not sure yet?

I'm almost done one that would work for an engraving. I think.

nhfirefighter13 · 05-17-2008, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBRVFR

Hammer made contact with his company in Indiana, and they're excited to be involved. Apparently, they can do etchings or 3-D embossed images, and things of that nature...

Chris or anybody with graphic talents, can you please do a basic layout of an 8"x10" plaque? I'm thinking of one with a picture of Rich at speed on the F4 on top and a simple legend underneath:

Richard A Herald
1952-2007
Beloved Father and Husband
Great Friend and Rider
Godspeed #20

If we can get that into a .pdf ,we can email it to Hammer's contact and get some idea of what they can do.

Thanks!

Dave

Try this. Very basic.

Hammer · 05-17-2008, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nhfirefighter13

Are we doing an engraving? Or a photo? Or are we not sure yet?

I'm almost done one that would work for an engraving. I think.

Janet was giving me some ideas Friday, she was thinking along the lines of either some kind of etching that does not actually protrude into the plaque or a 3-D embossed type of plaque. She is going to get with one of her people that specializes in this and get back to me early next week. We are just trying to get something in general of what we want on there.

nhfirefighter13 · 05-17-2008, 04:01 PM

I'll convert that to a full res pdf and send it to Dave then. Obviously, the font and placement of the lettering can be changed pretty easy.

Jetbdude · 05-17-2008, 04:42 PM

would baketech be able to do it?

CBRVFR · 05-17-2008, 04:55 PM

I love that, Chris

. Anything that would do that design justice would be terrific. Please email it to Hammer as well, so he can turn it over to Janet.

Jet, Baketech could probably do anything, given enough time, but the people that Randy is in touch with have several shops with this capability. I'm inclined to see what they can come up with.

They should know that it will be outdoors and we have to be able to screw it into the wall of the tech shed.

Again, Chris, thanks.

flipf4ipilot · 05-17-2008, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by evl_twn

How can we contribute to the cost of getting this done?

+1 count me in for this as well.

nhfirefighter13 · 05-17-2008, 06:10 PM

You know I was just looking at this thinking that a light Grattan Raceway logo might look nice in the background...
Anyone have access to something like that? I'll see what I can nab from their website.

Nevermind....got one.

nhfirefighter13 · 05-17-2008, 06:45 PM

Just playing.

bwhip · 05-17-2008, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flipf4ipilot

+1 count me in for this as well.

Great idea!

CBRVFR · 05-17-2008, 08:40 PM

I like the simplicity of the original idea for the plaque (bronze), though I'd be interested in framing one with a light version of our logo for my office (photo).

RedRider · 05-17-2008, 08:44 PM

Wow, truly inspirational knowing this is being done. Wish I could be there for the memorial dedication. Thanks to everyone for setting this up.

nhfirefighter13 · 05-17-2008, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBRVFR

I like the simplicity of the original idea for the plaque (bronze), though I'd be interested in framing one with a light version of our logo for my office (photo).

If Z can send me a high-res logo, I can put one together for ya.

ND4SPD · 05-17-2008, 10:45 PM

I'll get it to ya in the next couple days. Don't have access to it at the moment.

05-16-2008, 11:20 AM	#1
CBRVFR Godspeed, #20 Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 55 Bike(s): VFR750 SV650 TZ250 Posts: 5,040	Does anyone have a connection with a company that does plaques? I just spoke with Sam at Grattan, and he's amenable to us putting up a memorial plaque for Richard on the tech shed. Is it possible to get one that has a photo or an engraving of him on the bike? __________________ "...the TV also never took away the screwdriver and shoved it up the repairman's ass." Our own Mr.2nd Amendment, explaining the difference. Perfectly. Rich Herald, the Gentle Giant

05-16-2008, 02:13 PM	#3
nhfirefighter13 Whales are fast! Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Concord, NH Age: 33 Bike(s): The Mighty Nissan! Posts: 3,035 Images: 58	I have seen a bunch of plaques with etched photos on them. I don't have any specific connections with people who do them, though. I'll take a look and see what I can come up with in this area. __________________ http://www.kezerphotography.com "If thou hast not a sword, sell thy cloak and buy one." -Luke 22:36

05-16-2008, 04:47 PM	#4
Hammer For Sale Join Date: 12-17-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 39 Bike(s): 05 Suzuki 600 Posts: 4,922 Images: 1	I have a call in to the people that do all of our Graphics at work.I will post back when I hear from her. __________________ SOME PEOPLE ARE LIKE SLINKIES. NOT REALLY GOOD FOR ANYTHING BUT THEY BRING A SMILE TO YOUR FACE WHEN PUSHED DOWN THE STAIRS

05-16-2008, 09:46 PM	#5
CBRVFR Godspeed, #20 Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 55 Bike(s): VFR750 SV650 TZ250 Posts: 5,040	Hammer made contact with his company in Indiana, and they're excited to be involved. Apparently, they can do etchings or 3-D embossed images, and things of that nature... Chris or anybody with graphic talents, can you please do a basic layout of an 8"x10" plaque? I'm thinking of one with a picture of Rich at speed on the F4 on top and a simple legend underneath: Richard A Herald 1952-2007 Beloved Father and Husband Great Friend and Rider Godspeed #20 If we can get that into a .pdf ,we can email it to Hammer's contact and get some idea of what they can do. Thanks! Dave __________________ "...the TV also never took away the screwdriver and shoved it up the repairman's ass." Our own Mr.2nd Amendment, explaining the difference. Perfectly. Rich Herald, the Gentle Giant

05-16-2008, 10:19 PM	#6
HondaGalToo ...into the 30s Join Date: 12-16-2006 Location: New Jersey Age: 48 Bike(s): '01 929, '07 gsxr 600 Posts: 1,735	What a wonderful idea! __________________ “I want to stand as close to the edge as I can without going over. Out on the edge you see all the kinds of things you can't see from the center.” ~Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

05-16-2008, 01:40 PM	#2
CBR929RE Go Sox! Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: at home Age: 28 Bike(s): 01 R/B/W CBR929RR Posts: 3,315	great idea Dave __________________ if you can't fix it with duct tape, you haven't used enough. Last edited by seamus; 05-16-2008 at 08:44 PM.

05-16-2008, 10:35 PM	#7
evl_twn CAN CRUSHER Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Central Illinois Age: 40 Bike(s): worm gear Posts: 1,646	How can we contribute to the cost of getting this done?

05-16-2008, 11:57 PM	#9
HondaGalToo ...into the 30s Join Date: 12-16-2006 Location: New Jersey Age: 48 Bike(s): '01 929, '07 gsxr 600 Posts: 1,735	Yeah, would you like us to chip in, or is it something you'd just like to do? __________________ “I want to stand as close to the edge as I can without going over. Out on the edge you see all the kinds of things you can't see from the center.” ~Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

05-17-2008, 09:38 AM	#10
CBRVFR Godspeed, #20 Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 55 Bike(s): VFR750 SV650 TZ250 Posts: 5,040	It would be fine if you want to contribute. We'll get a basic design to the company and figure out the options, I'll consult with Linda and then we can order as soon as possible. Thanks, all. __________________ "...the TV also never took away the screwdriver and shoved it up the repairman's ass." Our own Mr.2nd Amendment, explaining the difference. Perfectly. Rich Herald, the Gentle Giant

05-17-2008, 02:46 PM	#11
nhfirefighter13 Whales are fast! Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Concord, NH Age: 33 Bike(s): The Mighty Nissan! Posts: 3,035 Images: 58	Are we doing an engraving? Or a photo? Or are we not sure yet? I'm almost done one that would work for an engraving. I think. __________________ http://www.kezerphotography.com "If thou hast not a sword, sell thy cloak and buy one." -Luke 22:36

05-17-2008, 04:01 PM	#14
nhfirefighter13 Whales are fast! Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Concord, NH Age: 33 Bike(s): The Mighty Nissan! Posts: 3,035 Images: 58	I'll convert that to a full res pdf and send it to Dave then. Obviously, the font and placement of the lettering can be changed pretty easy. __________________ http://www.kezerphotography.com "If thou hast not a sword, sell thy cloak and buy one." -Luke 22:36

05-17-2008, 04:42 PM	#15
Jetbdude Every man's dream Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 34 Bike(s): 07 600RR Posts: 2,484	would baketech be able to do it? __________________ #20

05-17-2008, 04:55 PM	#16
CBRVFR Godspeed, #20 Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 55 Bike(s): VFR750 SV650 TZ250 Posts: 5,040	I love that, Chris . Anything that would do that design justice would be terrific. Please email it to Hammer as well, so he can turn it over to Janet. Jet, Baketech could probably do anything, given enough time, but the people that Randy is in touch with have several shops with this capability. I'm inclined to see what they can come up with. They should know that it will be outdoors and we have to be able to screw it into the wall of the tech shed. Again, Chris, thanks. __________________ "...the TV also never took away the screwdriver and shoved it up the repairman's ass." Our own Mr.2nd Amendment, explaining the difference. Perfectly. Rich Herald, the Gentle Giant

05-17-2008, 06:10 PM	#18
nhfirefighter13 Whales are fast! Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Concord, NH Age: 33 Bike(s): The Mighty Nissan! Posts: 3,035 Images: 58	You know I was just looking at this thinking that a light Grattan Raceway logo might look nice in the background... Anyone have access to something like that? I'll see what I can nab from their website. Nevermind....got one. __________________ http://www.kezerphotography.com "If thou hast not a sword, sell thy cloak and buy one." -Luke 22:36

05-17-2008, 06:45 PM	#19
nhfirefighter13 Whales are fast! Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Concord, NH Age: 33 Bike(s): The Mighty Nissan! Posts: 3,035 Images: 58	Just playing. Attached Thumbnails __________________ http://www.kezerphotography.com "If thou hast not a sword, sell thy cloak and buy one." -Luke 22:36

05-17-2008, 08:40 PM	#21
CBRVFR Godspeed, #20 Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 55 Bike(s): VFR750 SV650 TZ250 Posts: 5,040	I like the simplicity of the original idea for the plaque (bronze), though I'd be interested in framing one with a light version of our logo for my office (photo). __________________ "...the TV also never took away the screwdriver and shoved it up the repairman's ass." Our own Mr.2nd Amendment, explaining the difference. Perfectly. Rich Herald, the Gentle Giant

05-17-2008, 08:44 PM	#22
RedRider Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 49 Bike(s): 929 Posts: 2,396	Wow, truly inspirational knowing this is being done. Wish I could be there for the memorial dedication. Thanks to everyone for setting this up.

05-17-2008, 10:45 PM	#24
ND4SPD I'm BATMAN!!! Join Date: 12-12-2006 Bike(s): Trek Posts: 8,064 Images: 25	I'll get it to ya in the next couple days. Don't have access to it at the moment. __________________ "This is your life - are you who you want to be?" Learn all you need to know about Mac OS X