Have you ever stood on the Las Vegas Strip or in New York’s Times Square with your mouth wide open, staring at all the Electronic Message Centers (EMCs) thinking, “these signs are incredible!”?   It’s a common experience for us sign professionals. You’ll notice how people’s eyes are glued to the signs as if they’re zombies. My next thought is always,...
Image 360 in Traverse City, Michigan prides itself on providing elite service for their clients in the Lower Peninsula area of state. When Sign Builder Illustrated was holding our annual Top Young Sign Makers contest last spring, owner Andrew Kohlmann submitted 3D Production Lead Specialist Ryan Porter for the contest, and he very-well could have medaled due to the...
When it comes to sign shop roles in digital signage projects, most of the times, this work is going to encompass electrical and installation. However there is also work needed to be done on the part of sign makers to acquire these jobs in the first place—as well as continue their involvement in this field. Deacon Wardlow, continuous improvement manager...
cupra philips car showroom digital sign
PPDS was selected and used to help redefine the car showroom experience for Seat CUPRA customers in Munich. With over 350 authorized dealers and over 390 service partners, Spanish automobile powerhouse CUPRA is fast becoming a driving force in the electric car world, with its range of customizable racing inspired models for the street, track, or off-road fun. With the new...
In this interview from PRINTING United 2024, Jim Latrell of Socios Digital Marketing discusses the signage market with Sign Builder Illustrated editor Alex Marcheschi. Latrell and Marcheschi discuss latest tech, market trends and more with the goal of enlightening members of the print industry about the signage market as a whole. https://vimeo.com/1024471365/5969c031af?share=copy  
V63 Aerial Work Platform
Aerial work platform inspections might not be exciting, but these routine tasks collect critical information that helps operators, mechanics, and fleet managers keep equipment in service and ensure jobs are completed safely. Daily, weekly, monthly, and annual inspections act together to ensure all components of an aerial work platform are in working order while also providing peace of mind to...
Founded in the mid 1980s, Fitch Graphics and Design in Middletown, Delaware, was on a roll. Philip Garappolo had taken over the shop from his stepfather in 2016, and after holding steady for several years, the business was showing consistent year-over-year growth. Phil had expanded some specialties for his full-service shop, including their work providing first responder organizations with vehicle...
According to MSN, the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors signed off on the final budget for a signage project along the Santa Ana River Trail yesterday, relying on a federal allocation. The board authorized the Regional Parks & Open Space District to utilize $941,406 in 2021 American Rescue Plan Act funding for the Santa Ana River Trail Wayfinding Signage...
Graphco is proud to announce the launch of a major enhancement to the Augusta F150R Pro CNC Routing & Cutting Table manufactured by SD-Italy. The newly integrated Automatic Stud Welding (ASW) Technology revolutionizes efficiency and precision in architectural sign manufacturing, façade fabrication, and many other applications that require precision welding of mounting studs and other hardware. This brief video shows...
Sign Builder Illustrated’s November 2024 digital edition is officially live! Packed with stories about a Philly print shop that has always believed in continuous improvement, a Michigan shop with strong hiring practices, a Del0aware shop working with the local EMS teams and more! Take a look behind the scenes of M&M Inc.'s operations. An event recap of Canada Sign Expo...




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