FAQs

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  1. Does Astra Signs cover the whole of the UK?
  2. How long do you require to provide a quote for work?
  3. What is your lead time from production to installation?
  4. How long have you been established for?
  5. How many full time employees does Astra Signs currently have?
  6. Are all your operations carried out in house?
  7. When do you expect to finalise your ISO accreditation?
  8. Do we Supply one-way privacy window film?
  1. A:

    Yes and into Europe as well. We’re a UK company based in Manchester but we work internationally. Please contact us for any enquiry you may have at anytime.

  2. A:

    We will get back to you with a comprehensive estimate within 48 hours.


  3. A:

    It varies depending on the size of the work and what is required but usually anything from 3 days to 3 weeks.


  4. A:

    The business was set up by Dave Derbyshire in 1984 and he still holds the reins to this day, in partnership with school friend, Mark Flanagan.

  5. A:

    60. Working from our all-in-one office and production facility in Manchester city centre.

  6. A:

    Yes and our ability to provide a full in-house fabrication service as well as large format graphics and exhibition stand build is what makes us unique. Any sign design or format can be entirely manufactured on our premises.

  7. A:

    We achieved ISO 9001 and 14001 accreditation in May 2010

  8. A:

    Yes, Window film gives you two options:

    • One-way privacy - "you can see out, but they can't see in". Solar Mirror Films - are an excellent solution for one way privacy.
    • Two-way privacy - "obscure visionboth ways but, allow light through". Frost Films - are the obvious choice.

    We can also supply a clear UV film to reduce the effects of light fade.