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Month: July 2011

Sign Education: Vehicle Magnetic Signs

Fri, July 29 2011 - 1:06 PM
For many people the option of having magnetic signs is a good one for temporary use. However, there are a few down falls and maintenance that goes along with vehicle magnets. There are pros and cons... and here they are: Pros: Easily applied, removed, replaced. Also, depending on where you go, slightly less espensive than a vehicle wrap. Great for a business…

Sign Tips & Advice: Increased Readability by Angling a Sign?

Thu, July 21 2011 - 1:30 PM
Odd angling can sometimes boost a sign's readership. The cost of materials and labor will be greater. You'll need more framing, faces, posts, foundations, etc. But, in certain cases, placing signs at odd angles enables them to be seen by more people, more often, for longer periods of time. By researching the angle at which a sign first becomes legible, and…

Signage Tips and Advise: Why not CLEAR Stickers or Decals?

Mon, July 18 2011 - 1:35 PM
photo credit: mag3737Almost weekly I have been asked to supply Clear Stickers or Decals. The first question I have is, how will the Stickers or Decals be used? What is the color of the item they will be applied to? Generally the color to which they are mounted to has to be a light neutral color, preferably white or white. Colors need to be backed up with…

Signage Testimonials: Buying as an experience, not an event.

Fri, July 8 2011 - 11:35 AM
With over 30 years experience dealing with global suppliers from the UK, China, Asia, Morocco, Mexico and yes, even the United States, I have learned at least two things. What I like and dislike in dealing with suppliers and customers. The message I recently received from a customer, got me thinking again. What makes me smile and why do I do this? Buying s…

Industry News: ADA Changes are near

Fri, July 1 2011 - 10:10 AM
We have all headord of ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act which have been in place for many years. This is a valuable program, helping those American with challenges that most of us never even think about in our daily journeys. Now add the ADAAG, which is the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines. This is a combined effort with ANSI, Am…

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