By its nature, the commercial sign-making process does not enjoy a simple timetable. Every sign is different and so are the circumstances that surround its journey from concept to installation.
For a new pylon sign, the complete process from initial consultation to installation should take a minimum of 12 weeks. The process takes longer for more complex projects with more extensive sign needs. For instance, a shopping center project with multiple items, such as monument signs, pylon signs, wayfaring street signs, and directories, could require 20-22 weeks, at least. As you can see, your sign’s development needs to be prioritized so ensure it meets your deadline. The sign-making process includes distinct stages, and each is critical to creating the sign that you want – and ensuring it’s ready when you need it. Initial consultation At the outset, your company will meet with designers to discuss the sign or signs that are needed. It is important to attend this first meeting with a clear idea of the objectives, scope and budget range for your project. The more clearly you are able to articulate the purpose of the sign, the better the designers will be able to serve as valuable consultants at the outset. In addition, clear objectives from the start can help lay the path for a smoother design, permitting, and fabrication and installation experience. Working with a sign-making business such as Ad Vice that offers comprehensive services – able to guide you through every step of the process – can help you avoid costly wrong turns. From that initial consultation, the sign designers will detail their projected budget and schedule and you can determine if the partnership is a good fit.
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The commercial sign market has experienced a watershed shift in the use of one of a sign’s crucial components. Fluorescent bulbs long were the favored technology for giving signs their glow, but LED bulbs have emerged in recent years as a preferred choice for many sign-makers and their customers.
Newly fabricated signs now often are installed with LED bulbs, including most signs designed and fabricated by Ad Vice Studios. In addition, shopping center operators and others increasingly are weighing the value of retrofitting their existing signs with new LED bulbs. Ad Vice, for instance, has seen a surge in retrofit requests. A LED retrofit comes at an upfront cost. The ballast, trays and electronics must be replaced, along with the bulbs. However, LED bulbs provide an array of key advantages that often make a retrofit an attractive option that is well worth the investment. If you are wondering whether a retrofit is right for you, here are some of the critical benefits to consider. Get our Sign Pricing Guide - Real projects, real pricingWhether you’re developing a new property or renovating the signs at an existing one, the cost will be an important consideration. How much should you budget for new signs? What can I get for the amount that I’ve already budgeted? Our Sign Pricing Guide was created to help answer these and other questions related to custom sign development. Pricing information for pylons, monuments, directories and way finding signs Factors that determine sign cost Alternative materials that may save you moneySign cost vs. other advertising options Download your copy now! Your friends at Ad Vice Studios just want to remind you to use this week to make sure your light timers and digital message boards are ready for the time change on Sunday, March 11 at 2 am. That's easier to do than to reset the clock on the stove! More daylight means more visitors will see your signs, so be sure to make them shine. You may also want to replace any burned out bulbs and freshen up the landscaping around your signs. All this talk about Daylight Savings Time made us curious about why we do this anyway. Here's what we found. Daylight saving time 2018: 7 myths and facts about changing the clock (bigthink.com) |
Ad Vice StudiosDavid Goodwin is the president of Ad Vice Studios, a Richmond, Va-based marketing services company. David has built his career and his business collaborating with property managers, developers and architects to transform commercial properties into attractive destinations with unique brands and customer experiences. Archives
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