Areas of Expertise
Software:
- Flexi (3M Traffic Edition) and Production Manager
- Microsoft Office Apps.
Hardware:
- Printers – HP
- Cutters – Summa
- Laminators – Highway Handyman Squeeze Roll Applicators
Special applications:
- Print and Cut workflow in Flexi
- Designing Traffic Signage in Flexi
- Workflow and efficiency for Traffic signs using 3M Retroreflective materials
- Expert in application of MUTCD and SHS (Standard Highway Signs manual)
Expertise
Software:
- Flexi (3M Traffic Edition) and Production Manager
- Microsoft Office Apps.
Hardware:
- Printers – HP
- Cutters – Summa
- Laminators – Highway Handyman Squeeze Roll Applicators
Special applications:
- Print and Cut workflow in Flexi
- Designing Traffic Signage in Flexi
- Workflow and efficiency for Traffic signs using 3M Retroreflective materials
- Expert in application of MUTCD and SHS (Standard Highway Signs manual)
Personal Bio
I have been designing and fabricating traffic signs for 30+ years. I have trained many people over the years to fabricate traffic signage from design to finished product. I have also moderated Signs & Markings certification courses for IMSA (International Municipal Signal Association) for 25 years.
I really enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience with others and helping them achieve their goals. I look forward to working with you and helping you with your specific needs.
Reviews
Robert is an excellent teacher
Robert was able to get my department set up to create Road name signs. He walked us through the process and showed us short cuts to get the job done faster. This training was very valuable to us, and we will definitely reach out if we need more help.
4 - One hour Sessions w/Robert
Just completed our last of 4 sessions yesterday! Robert was great to work with, he helped me and our new sign maker learn the basics of flexi and shared very valuable information for our operations. I also appreciated his recommendations on equipment to help us work more efficiently. We are excited to use what we have learned and continue to build on it next year when we sign up for more training with Robert.
I would recommend him to anyone looking for help with flexi!
Thanks for your help!
Great Investment
I enrolled in the Flexi sign-making class to learn how to produce traffic signs at work as efficiently as possible. My entire team joined the virtual sessions, so we could all standardize our workflow and share best practices immediately.
Course Structure & Content
• Fully virtual workshop delivered in two sessions live instruction.
• Mix of demonstrations and hands-on exercises, allowing us to follow along in real time.
• Core modules covered: setting up sign templates, designing vector shapes, text formatting, and exporting files for cutting.
Instructor & Teaching Style
• Brought a wealth of real-world experience, having tackled the same traffic-sign challenges we face daily.
• Explanations were crystal clear and paced perfectly for both beginners and seasoned users on my team.
• Regularly paused to address our specific issues in Flexi, making each tip directly applicable to our projects.
Software Features Explored
• Template automation: create and reuse sign templates for consistent branding and compliance.
• Layer and object shortcuts: streamline selection, alignment, and grouping to cut down on repetitive clicks.
• Batch exporting: generate ready-to-cut files for multiple sign sizes in a single step.
• Color management: quick palette swaps to meet regulatory color standards without manual edits.
Pros of this class
• Hands-on troubleshooting of our real sign-making hurdles
• Tons of keyboard and menu shortcuts that immediately boosted our team’s speed
• Interactive Q&A moments that kept the session dynamic and engaging
Personal Takeaways
• Production time for a standard traffic-sign layout has already dropped by at least 40%.
• Confident in creating custom templates and automating repetitive tasks, freeing up hours each week.
• My staff and I are aligned on best practices, which has smoothed collaboration and reduced errors.
Overall Rating & Recommendation
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
If you manage sign-making operations and need to optimize your Flexi workflow, this class is indispensable. Whether you’re just starting or looking to shave minutes off every design, you’ll walk away with practical tools and shortcuts you can use immediately.
Great to work with!!
Robert was absolutely amazing to work with and was beyond helpful with tips, substrate saving tools and how to overall create and redesign signs. Helped are brand new to the industry sign designer create, design and organize files and designs so that our production never skipped a beat and we increased our efficiency.