Subway® global dual-headquarters in Miami. brandx, a global team specializing in innovative wayfinding strategies, signage systems, and brand experiences, is excited to announce its official launch as a distinct unit within the renowned international architecture and design firm, HLW. (Note: brandx is an internal signage and wayfinding division of HLW.)...
Remembering the Signage Maestro: A Tribute to Ray Wissman’s Iconic Design Legacy
Ray Wissman helped design, with Harrisburg restaurant legend Don Carter, Jr., the sign for Dockside Willies. Raymond “Ray” Wissman, the talented artist and graphic designer known for his exceptional work in the sign industry, left an indelible mark on Pennsylvania and Maryland's roads. For over twenty-eight years at Strickler Signs...
Sign Fab Inc. Broadens Horizons with Acquisition of Charleston Sign Manufacturing
Charleston Manufacturing post-and-panel signs. Wholesale channel letter manufacturing specialist, Sign Fab Inc., headquartered in Stoutland, Missouri, has recently completed the acquisition of Charleston Manufacturing LLC, a company based in Mississippi. This strategic decision brings numerous benefits, allowing Sign Fab Inc. the opportunity to expand their product range and solidify their...
Legislator Kevin Crutchfield: Bridging Gaps in the Sign Industry and Beyond
North Carolina State Representative Kevin Crutchfield. There is a compelling reason for the sign and graphics industry to pay close attention to the North Carolina state legislature, with particular emphasis on Representative Kevin Crutchfield, who assumed office in early 2023, representing the 83rd district. What makes this matter of significance?...
Empowering Educators: Unveiling the World of Graphic Technologies and Print Innovations
Experienced classroom instructor Tom Lamont, based at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School in Upton, Massachusetts, has joined forces with Tech-Ed and Roland DGA to offer a comprehensive course for fellow instructors interested in launching or enhancing a graphic technologies program at their respective schools. For years, Lamont has...
Revolutionizing the Game-Day Experience: Lake Travis High School’s High-Tech Videoboard
Lake Travis High School in Austin, Texas, holds a unique distinction as the only high school to achieve five consecutive state football titles in the fiercely competitive state of Texas. To enhance the game-day experience for athletes, students, and fans, the school recently installed a massive 24-by-40-foot video scoreboard, expertly...
FASTSIGNS: A Year of Success with ‘Make Your Statement’ Rebranding Campaign
Last year, FASTSIGNS unveiled an impactful rebranding effort with its "Make Your Statement" campaign. This comprehensive, multi-channel campaign encompassed various platforms such as TV, online video, social media, email, and branding. Its primary aim was to illustrate how FASTSIGNS could empower customers to express themselves through signs and graphics that...
Rev Up Your Business with the ‘Wrap Up the Competition’ Contest: Win a $5,000 Car Wrap!
Signarama and Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions have teamed up to present an enticing opportunity for entrepreneurs to propel their businesses forward with the "Wrap Up the Competition" contest. This contest, co-sponsored by these industry-leading brands, is currently open for entries and will continue to accept them until Friday, June 30....
San José State University Unveils Largest LED Video Display in Collegiate Athletics
"Daktronics, headquartered in Brookings, South Dakota, embarked on a collaborative venture with San José State University in California to bring the largest LED video display to a collegiate basketball facility. This remarkable project was successfully concluded in the autumn of 2022, delighting audiences during the 2022-23 basketball and women's gymnastics...
PRINTING United Alliance Named DCA Live Red Hot Association for Innovations and Growth
PRINTING United Alliance, the preeminent member-based association in the U.S. dedicated to the printing and graphic arts industry, has received the esteemed accolade of being named a DCA Live Red Hot Association. DCA Live, an organization that showcases and celebrates businesses and associations demonstrating significant growth and pioneering work in...