Sacramento International Airport, (SMF), features many types of signs to help visitors and employees find their way, and advertisements for various businesses. With more than 12 million passengers passing through each year, the Sacramento International Airport has a wide variety of directional signs, informational signs, overhead signs, safety signs, and wayfinding signs throughout the terminals, parking structures, lounges, and other areas.
Here’s a breakdown of the different types of signs you’ll see at SMF.
Regulatory / Mandatory Signs
Regulatory signs inform consumers about the rules and regulations of the airport. These signs are usually red and white, and they may have a pictogram to help illustrate the message.
Some common regulatory signs include:
– No smoking signs
– No weapons signs
– Speed limit signs
– Runway intersection signs
– Exit signs
– No entry signs
Location Signs
Location signs identify key areas of the airport. They usually have a blue background and white text.
Examples of location signs:
– Baggage claim signs
– Parking lot signs
– Terminal signs
– Bathroom signs
– Restricted area signs
Directional Signs
Directional signs come in different shapes and sizes, but in an airport setting, typically they have yellow backgrounds with black inscriptions and arrows pointing the appropriate direction.
Examples of directional signs:
– Any sign with an arrow
– Up and down escalator signs
– Left and right turn signs
– One-way signs
– Exit signs
– Elevator and stairs signs
Destination Signs
Destination signs show you where you need to go to catch your flight. These signs are usually located near the gates and have a green background with white text.
Information Signs
Information signs provide travelers vital identifiers about the airport and its services. These signs have a white background with black text.
Examples of information signs:
– Lost and found signs
– Customer service signs
– Airport map signs
– Baggage storage signs
– Currency exchange signs
– Taxi and shuttle sign
Pole signs
Pole signs have one or more poles supporting a sign. Pole signs are commonly found in the parking areas and at the airport entrances.
Banners and flags
Banners are common in the terminals, on the concourses, and in baggage claim areas. Banners can be hung from the ceiling or attached to the walls and are typically used to promote or post information temporarily as they are not a permanently installed sign product. Vibrant colors and eye-catching graphics increase the likelihood of the banner being seen by bustling travelers.
Digital screens
Digital screens are located throughout the airport, including in the terminal lobby, baggage claim, and other high-traffic areas. Digital screens are used for many applications in airports. One of the most prominent uses of digital screens in airports is for displaying flight arrival and departure times as well as gate information.
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