Volume 11 Graphics in San Diego produces high-performance UAS decals and tactical graphics for military and defense drone systems. Our recent work with the Firestorm Tempest modular UAS demonstrates our capability to meet the demanding requirements of Group 2/3 unmanned aerial systems.
Military drone decals require more than standard vinyl application. These graphics must withstand extreme environmental conditions, adhere to rapidly reconfigurable airframe components, and maintain visibility through rigorous field testing. Our team uses precision cutting techniques and aerospace-grade vinyl materials to produce markings that perform under operational stress.
Whether you need unit identification, mission markings, or full airframe branding for tactical UAS platforms, Volume 11 Graphics delivers production-ready graphics built for defense applications. San Diego’s concentration of aerospace and defense contractors makes us an ideal partner for organizations requiring local, responsive service with military-spec quality standards.
What Makes Drone Decals Different From Standard Graphics
Standard commercial vinyl works fine for vehicles, storefronts, and promotional applications. Military UAS decals operate under completely different conditions.
Environmental Demands
Unmanned aerial systems face temperature extremes, UV exposure at altitude, moisture, and physical stress during launch and recovery operations. Decals that peel, fade, or degrade compromise identification and unit branding in the field.
Modular System Compatibility
Modern tactical drones like the Firestorm Tempest use open architecture designs. Operators swap propulsion systems, payloads, and airframe sections depending on mission requirements. Decals must adhere cleanly to multiple surface types and component configurations without interfering with assembly or launch procedures.
The Firestorm Tempest Project
The Tempest represents a new generation of modular UAS technology. Firestorm designed this Group 2/3 system for rapid deployment—operators can have it mission-ready in under ten minutes from a single transport case.
This modularity creates specific challenges for visual identification. Airframe sections get swapped regularly. Different payload configurations change the drone’s physical profile. Decals need to work across all these variations while maintaining durability through repeated handling.
Volume 11 Graphics produced the full decal package for the Tempest program, including primary identification markings, unit branding, and technical placards. Every graphic was engineered to match the system’s operational demands.
Materials and Production Standards
High-Performance Vinyl Selection
We source aerospace-appropriate vinyl materials rated for the conditions UAS platforms actually encounter. This means UV-stable adhesives, temperature-resistant facing materials, and conformability ratings suitable for compound curves and textured surfaces.
Precision Cutting Process
Military graphics often include fine detail work—small text, technical symbols, and registration marks that must remain legible. Our cutting equipment handles tolerances that standard sign shops cannot match. This precision matters when producing markings that need to meet military specification requirements.
Defense and Aerospace Applications
Volume 11 Graphics serves multiple sectors within the defense and aerospace industry:
- Drone manufacturers requiring production decal packages for new platforms
- Defense contractors needing unit identification and mission markings
- Maintenance organizations producing replacement graphics and technical placards
- Research and development teams branding prototype systems
Our San Diego location provides direct access to the region’s concentration of aerospace companies, military installations, and defense technology firms.
Custom Design and Engineering Support
Not every client comes to us with print-ready artwork. We provide design services for organizations that need graphics developed from scratch or adapted from existing brand standards.
What We Handle
Our design team can work from rough concepts, logo files, or detailed military specification documents. We understand the functional requirements—where markings need placement for visibility, what size text remains readable at operational distances, and how graphics interact with airframe geometry.
File Preparation and Proofing
We prepare production files optimized for our cutting systems and provide proofs before any material gets used. For military clients with specific approval processes, we accommodate review cycles and revision requirements.
Why San Diego Organizations Choose Volume 11 Graphics
San Diego hosts one of the largest concentrations of defense and aerospace activity on the West Coast. Proximity matters when you need responsive service, quick turnaround on revisions, and the ability to inspect work before it ships.
We have built relationships with local drone manufacturers, defense contractors, and military support organizations over years of consistent delivery. Our shop understands the pace and requirements of defense work in ways that distant vendors cannot match.
Start Your UAS Graphics Project
Contact Volume 11 Graphics to discuss your tactical drone decal requirements. We handle projects ranging from single prototype systems to production runs supporting full platform deployments. Our team can review your specifications, recommend appropriate materials, and provide timeline estimates for your program needs.