Four industry veterans have reunited to form Meridian Signs, a full-service provider of custom architectural and LED signage based in Houston. Founders Al Ross, Gregg Hollenberg, Joann Warren and SenLy Fox, all of whom have been sign experts in the region for decades, aim “to meet the growing need for excellence in signage design, project management and customer service,”...
Many are calling Adele’s new LED wall at her “pop-up stadium” in Munich the largest of its kind to ever be displayed at a concert. The singer’s temporary stadium will host shows twice a week during the month of August. Offering attendees varied views from different angles, the giant LED wall—an undulating 721.7-foot-high by 98.4-foot-wide screen—is set to be...
Samsung Electronics recently finished implementing its SMART Signage at the new Istanbul Airport, which will be the world’s largest airport once completed. Set to serve 200 million passengers annually, the massive facility is anticipated to host 2,000 arriving and departing aircrafts, with flights to 350 destinations.
Samsung’s installations include nearly 700 Samsung SMART LCD and LED signs, including LED displays...
Today Watchfire unveiled the latest in its Pro AV line of indoor LED display and video wall products. Dubbed VariDisplay, this new LED video wall is designed to elevate event visuals with a clear, vibrant picture while offering flexible configurations for both temporary and semi-permanent needs.
“We are extremely excited to bring the Watchfire brand to a new market,” says...
A few days ago we reported that Panasonic had sold its projector business. However, new details reveal the Japanese electronics company only sold a majority stake. Panasonic intends to keep making and selling projectors, according to Sixteen:Nine.
Japanese financial investor Orix is reported to be paying around $630 million for 80 percent of the ProAV business. Invidis reports that Panasonic...
Sign Builder Illustrated’s August 2024 edition is officially live!
Packed with design-led eye candy and advice from industry experts, this issue features:
Honorees of the 2023 Alliance Franchise Brands’ Project of the Year
RiNo Sign Works’ colorful creations for a Florida candy shop.
A look at Cadwell Sign + Design’s time-tested workflow strategies.
Advice on why charging for design
Guidance...
Sign professionals from across the Mid-South region poured into Memphis, Tennessee July 17-20 for MSSA SignConnexion 2024. Spanning three days, the annual trade show and meeting marked the organization’s 50th anniversary.
I arrived on Wednesday evening and headed to a networking event at a local bar, where attendees enjoyed a buffet, drinks and a few games of cornhole. While there,...
This column was originally published in Sign Builder Illustrated‘s July 2024 edition.
After returning from Sign Association Canada’s (SAC) Young Professionals Network (YPN) conference in Montreal, I was reminded of the importance of networking in the signage industry. Over three days of team-building activities, roundtable sessions, panel discussions and sign shop tours, nearly 20 up-and-coming industry leaders learned strategies for improving communication,...
This column was originally published in Sign Builder Illustrated‘s July 2024 edition.
Lately ISA has seen state-level licensing issues becoming trickier to navigate for sign and graphics companies. This can take on any number of forms, but a few trends have emerged—as have a few possible solutions.
We learned a few things recently when ISA, Southern States Sign Association and some highly involved...
Sign Builder Illustrated’s July 2024 issue offers smart solutions for managing your sign shop’s workflow.
In this digital edition you’ll find:
Hartlauer Signs’ restoration of the iconic signs from the Flamingo Las Vegas.
Sign Effectz’s installation of a software company’s new LED message display.
A preview of the upcoming PRINTING United Expo.
A recap of Sign Association of Canada’s Young...
