PRINTING United 2024 was a celebration of forward thinking, versatility and innovation in the printing industry. Sign Builder Illustrated was in The Knowledge Center outside of the Central Hall in the Las Vegas Convention Center and it was great to meet members of the industry at our booth. We’re always excited to receive new projects and information from the...
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) comes with extensive requirements to ensure access for all users—not just to physical facilities but also to the information they need to be fully served. Signage is a critical element of accessibility, and if your shop is known as an expert in compliance, your skill and knowledge will keep customers coming back for...
Building a sustainable and profitable shop is both challenging and rewarding. Before launching a sign and graphics business, it's important to know there are many ways to begin. So let’s dive in.
In the Behind the Signs community, someone recently asked how to get started in the graphics business. Their three main questions were:
How do I get training?
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The Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID) has introduced new wayfinding signage in downtown Jersey City, New Jersey. Located on the Grove Street PATH plaza in front of 116 Newark Avenue, the sign was designed by MiT Communications as a part of a broader initiative to showcase the district’s events. The sign itself was engineered and installed by Michael...
There’s been a lot in the news lately about government regulations, Supreme Court actions and what it all means. It’s understandable if you haven’t been able to keep up. ISA is here to decipher the legal documents and regulatory rulings so you can focus on running your business.
What happened? In late June, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the so-called...
The University of San Diego selected Daktronics to deliver a new centerhung LED video display system as well as new end-court ribbon displays at their Jenny Craig Pavilion. The installation was completed in time for commencement celebrations held in the venue, with physical installation by San Diego Electric Sign and electrical and low voltage by Zeller Electric.
The new displays are...
Tens of thousands of printing and graphics professionals will gather at the Las Vegas Convention Center for PRINTING United Expo. Held September 10-12, the three-day trade show and educational conference will offer new programming, host demonstrations and showcase 800-plus exhibitors of the latest advancements in printing technology.
Beyond that, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in Women in Print...
Sinner Creations of Spring Lake, North Carolina prides itself on creating elite and impeccable vehicle wraps. Mike and Haley Sinclair, Owners of Sinner Creations, sat down with Sign Builder Illustrated to give us a breakdown of what goes into an award-winning wrap. Read what Mike has to say about the thought process behind a one-of-a-kind, multitextured work of art...
Sign Builder Illustrated’s September 2024 digital edition is officially live!
Packed with vehicle wrapping info, breakdowns of wall graphics, and more!
Take a look behind the scenes of Sinner Creations' award-winning work.
An event recap of Mid-South Sign Association's SignConnexion show.
Joe Arenella's column about starting up a business in signage.
A step-by-step guide to immersive wall wraps.
Plus more!
The Color Pro from Nova Polymers is an Automated Color Tipping Application that is for sign makers who want to decrease application issues and clean up while increasing application quality and speed of production.
It uses a conveyor belt feed with ink roller application for raised areas of signs and can handle sign standard ink brands for easy color matching...
