Key Attributes to Look for in a Signage Supplier

The primary purpose of signage, whether in a commercial facility or the marketplace, is to communicate a message. Therefore, good signage must change people's attitudes and perceptions to be considered effective. It is why hiring a professional signage supplier is crucial for business success. An experienced supplier understands what it takes to provide clients with signage that meets the set criteria. However, how do you identify the right supplier to work with? This article highlights attributes to look for in a signage supplier.

Compliant with Access to Premises Standards — For a very long time, visually impaired people had to rely on the help of well-wishers to navigate their way through streets and buildings. It is the reason a law was introduced requiring all public facilities to install signage that visually impaired people could use. Today, braille signage can be found in almost all commercial facilities, and the impact has been tremendous. Visually impaired employees and customers feel more independent since they are less reliant on colleagues and well-wishers. In this regard, you must only source your business signage from a supplier who understands provisions in the Access to Premises (Buildings) standards regarding the blind and visually impaired. It is the only way to ensure that all braille signage characters comply with the recommended standards.

 

Multiple Materials — Business signage can be made from wood, metal, fabric, plastic, vinyl and acrylic. Each material is suitable for different applications; therefore, you must make the right choice. However, certain applications require signage made from different materials. For instance, outdoor signage can be made from metal because they are exposed to the elements, making them prone to premature wear. On the other hand, indoor signage with the same message can be made from plastic or wood because the conditions are controllable. Therefore, it is advisable to work with a supplier who can make signage from various materials.

Mounting Crew — While mounting some signage, such as acrylic prints and sign holders, is straightforward, others are complicated to work with. For example, panel and cable displays, lightboxes and LED modules can only be installed by an experienced mounting crew. Notably, some suppliers closely work with signage mounting crews; therefore, you should inquire about the service before placing an order. An experienced mounting unit could be the difference between effective and ineffective signage.

For more information about putting signage on your building, contact a local sign company. 

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