A Sign of the Times

Wind load ratings determine how a sign is built in order for them to withstand pressure on the sign's surface generated by high winds. This intense pressure, or wind load, can cause catastrophe if the sign does not meet proper wind load standards. We engineer every sign to withstand hurricane force winds of 120 MPH or more.

This sign letter chart was created to help you determine an appropriate letter size for your particular location. Whether your sign has an LED Display or a Changeable Copy message center the same rules can be applied. The Duration of Readability chart calculates two key factors: letter size and vehicle speed.

Signs are so widespread we hardly notice them. That is until we're looking for one and then we only note that in passing. We don't realize their effect on us, which is one reason why they're so effective.

While it's scary (and heartbreaking) to think about, we hear about these situations from time to time. Some of our customers were originally victims of fraud before coming to us. If the deal seems to good to be true – remember to do your research.

Schools sometimes ask us for pointers on the most effective ways to raise money for their signs. Having been in the business for so long, we're happy to give an inside look at the methods that have yielded the most success for our customers! 1.

We have all come to expect that contacting technical support for any reason is going to be a headache, but it doesn't have to be. We have an outstanding group of folks that make up our Technical Support Team. We also stand behind our product and offer the best warranty in the industry.

By applying for the Lowe's Toolbox for Education grant, schools can receive up $5,000 for their sign project. Lowe's will donate up to $5 million to public schools and public school parent-teacher groups – at as many as 1,000 different public schools per school year. See if you're elegible for this exciting program!

Since the advent of digital signs, a battle has been waged between the schools and churches that want to use this modern communication tool and the residents that say, ‘Not in my neighborhood.' These residents desire to maintain the traditional ambiance in the areas in which they live. While more urban high-density commercial areas generally allow digital signage with few or no restrictions, most schools and churches are located in residential areas where they are banned or placed under strict zoning restrictions.

Small organizations often have small advertising budgets, but that doesn't mean you have to settle. Instead, make the most of it by making smart, cost-effective decisions about how you spend those dollars. Did you know that on-premise signage is the cheapest method of advertising and arguably the most effective?

We are aware that the permitting process for sign installation can be intimidating and time consuming. While there is not much we can do to eliminate this hassle, we can provide some education on the process and let you know what to expect. In general, the permitting process for all construction projects is all about public safety.