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Custom metal plaques for Cleveland Ohio have become the signage of choice due to their lifetime durability. In your area, you have probably noticed the growing popularity of metal signage, whether it is for retailers or service providers. Epic Signs & Graphics is here to help when you decide it is time for your company to utilize this information display option.

The Many Uses for Metal Plaques

There are a vast array of uses for metal plaques. The need for wayfinding signs is a great example of this. You can add an extra level of sophistication to the mix with the use of metal, as compared to acrylics. Also, with metal, you are able to keep your displays and signage looking identical outside and in if your visitors will be traversing the exterior of your venue as well as the interior.

Metal never disappoints when it comes to renovating historic buildings. Acrylics do not work in this circumstance because the signage material needs to be as time honored as the building. Metal plaques even work well for less glamorous tasks, such as directory information located opposite elevators. You can project longevity, class, and durability and add immediate character to a building that is otherwise rather plain.

For your Northeast Ohio office building or store, metal ADA plaques are also a superb choice. You can highlight the locations of stairways, restrooms, and other necessary amenities since we are able to include colorful designs on your metal plaque, allowing you to display high contract graphics with these heavy duty materials. It is also very easy to make the signs ADA compliant by adding Braille writing to the plaques.

We Offer Etched and Cast Models

A picture of the item you have in mind is where a cast plaque begins. You may, for example, want to bring to us a picture of your company founder if you are thinking of creating a cast plaque with him as the focus. For your approval, we will then make a mold. Once we have received your approval, we will use the mold to create the plaque you desire. Our seasoned metal artisans have the expertise and creativity to perform this highly artistic process.

Chemicals are used instead of mold in the etched signs. When you have an intricate collection or shape of dark and light areas that need to be presented in a crisp manner, etching is the superior process. This process can be used for drawings, photo etchings, and recessed or raised graphics. There is little artistic interpretation of the material needed for etching, and the results are stunning.

Caring for Metal Signage

Our signs use bronze, brass, or aluminum alloy metals. In the care and cleaning of these materials, there are many different commercial cleaning products made especially for this. There are also numerous homemade cleaning solutions if you are a do it yourselfer. These typically call for anything from lemon juice to baking soda.

With their many uses and extreme durability, it's easy to get a quote from Epic Signs & Graphics; simply click on the button below.

At trade shows, there are two types of exhibits. There are those that really grab the crowd’s attention and that demand that visitors come to the booth. And then, there are those booths that are passed and ignored by people on the way to these eye catching booths. You typically have to fork over a hefty chunk of change to get your trade show booth. So, which type of exhibit would you like to be? Which type will maximize your earnings and sales conversions? Epic Signs & Graphics has suspended signs and tower displays that will serve as a crowd magnet.

Location, Location, Location

First off, let us talk a little about booth placement. This is a key consideration since the trade show attendees immediately take notice of the first few rows and aisles upon entering the hall or convention center. If at all possible, pay an extra few bucks or schmooze the event organizers to try and get the prime real estate.

But, what if you are new to the event? Or, what if you missed a few years and do not have the long history of attendance needed to garner the best spots? There is no need to worry. Good trade show signs and graphics can easily make up for any poor booth placement. Two of our most successful displays are the tower display and suspended signs.

Direct People to Your Booth with Suspended Signs

Depending on the venue and event regulations and restrictions, you can use suspended signs to immediately grab the attention of attendees as they arrive. Typically, suspended signs are sixteen to twenty feet in the air and suspended from the ceiling of the venue. The effectiveness of these signs lies in the fact that they are not that common.

You do not see many suspended signs at events because they typically take a little bit of planning and coordination with event organizers. Most events have riggers who will help you hang your suspended sign and subsequently take it down, usually using a scissor lift. This is too much of a hassle for your competitors, thus it works to your advantage when you get all the attention.

Tower Displays: Cost Effective and Highly Visible

Another crowd attracting option is the tower display. Compared to a suspended sign, a tower display differs in that it stands on its own on the floor. So, you do not have to worry about coordinating with event organizers to put up your display. A tower display gives your business visibility in all directions, 360 degrees, and it only takes a few minutes to set up.

Tower displays are also incredibly versatile, since they can be set up anywhere around your booth. We have several different types of towers, including prism, cube, tri-tower, and backlit towers. They also come in a vast array of heights between three and six feet tall. One great aspect of tower displays is that they also work great outside of trade shows in the lobby of your business.

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It can be difficult for contractors to figure out which decals and vinyl graphics to use that will advertise 24 hours per day and seven days a week on their work vehicles. Whether it is vinyl lettering, full body or partial vehicle wraps or graphics, advertising on your work trucks is the best way to brand your business from contractor vehicle fleets to sole proprietors. Wolf Plumbing & Construction’s success with their vehicle cut vinyl lettering and decals are a perfect example of this.

Most contractors have an idea of what they want. Others are brand new to their sector and do not have a specific logo or branding materials. We have graphic designers in-house who are skilled in helping customers that need help in creating a brand and subsequently, advertising that brand 24/7 with vehicle decals.

Graphic Design Is a Science and an Art

Our graphic designers do not just use a computer program to create your designs. In addition, they need to be able to figure out the best positioning for vinyl on a truck. Their work is a science and an art. They gather all the information they can on a contractor and the company’s vision, goals, and mission by engaging the customer in a consultation.

Using industry leading software, the designer takes the specific client’s information and combines it with the science and art of vehicle graphics creation to produce the perfect vinyl and decals for the vehicle. The goal is to create an eye catching advertisement for your company that garners the attention you want, even when the vehicle is just parked outside of your business or at the job site.

What Is Best for Your Vehicle?

Both the commitment of our graphic designers and their creativity are exceptional on every project they work on. There are a few factors that will determine what the best graphics are for your work vehicle. One of the big ones is your company logo. If you are part of a nationally recognized franchise or have a logo you are comfortable with, we can match the colors and designs exactly to create decals and graphics for Cleveland contractors.

If you do not have a logo, we can work with you to help you create one for your contracting business. It is important to have a logo for branding purposes. You want to have an image that potential customers can see and subsequently connect with you. We will meet with you to create a logo you are excited about that showcases the aspects of your company that you want to highlight.

In addition to having a recognizable logo, to build a brand, it is important to have consistent colors in any materials that are advertising or marketing your company. Our designers deal with a full color palette. They will be able to match the colors you use for your marketing materials and enhance contractor branding with cut vinyl and vehicle decals.

As you can see, there is a lot that goes into producing successful cut vinyl lettering and decals like Wolf Plumbing & Construction utilizes for business branding and marketing. As your first course of action, we recommend consulting with us to figure out which graphics are best for your truck. Epic Signs & Graphics can help you today. Click below for a free quote!

Cleveland business investing is going strong and it is evident with all the construction work and businesses opening around town. If you are in the planning stages of a business move or a new start up, give us a call about business signs. You need to ask yourself, how can you garner the attention you want with so many other businesses vying for the same customers you are? With building signs, lobby signs, window decals, banners, and even office signs, you can differentiate yourself and stand out in the crowd with all these types of signs.

Why Update Your Business Signs?

The obvious reason to have a good sign program is so that potential customers can see where you are and what you are about. A sign tells a lot about a company in various ways. An old sign that has not been updated for a couple decades and with lights not working, it will indicate a tired old organization unable to keep up.  A new monument sign with updated LED bright lights and fresh new full color graphics or dimensional lettering will convey an energized company that is ready to do business.

Some of our more popular sign projects around Cleveland recently include:

• Interior office and lobby signs – Upon entry of your business, customers will be wowed with a classy lobby sign that reflects your culture and style. Brushed aluminum letters or a panel with letters applied provides a memorable sign. The office signs can then be tied in with the same style to carry the theme through the offices.

• Exterior business signs – There are lots of options to accmplish a look that fits your budget. Signs mounted flat on the building against a wall are known as one sided cabinet signs, They can be illuminated and is generally the lowest cost option. Channel  letters are the individual letters mounted to the building. If the logo design lends itself, those can also be fabricated into a channel type cabinet as well. Finally, monument signs are the ones that are out front as stand alone signs made with metal or stone or both.

• Interior wall murals and decals – We produce wall murals of all sizes. We can print any image with our wide format printer and apply to full size walls. We also have various material options available. We cam also create wall decals that can be shaped to fit the contour of product shapes or even people. We can also apply vinyl lettering to walls that say interesting quotes. The options are limitless!

Do not delay as sign projects do take some time to develop. The process usually takes time for getting a consencus from a company committee, city approval if an exterior sign, creating design samples, estimating, fabrication, and finally installation. So don't delay, give us a call early in the process.

When you are gearing up for trade show season, Epic Signs & Graphics is your one-stop sign company offering all the tools you need for your booth to make an impact. The difference between going unnoticed and really attracting a crowd lies in having a great mix of displays. Whether it is special events, invitational fairs, holiday shows, or industry events, we offer the best quality range of Cleveland trade show displays to service providers, commercial building owners, and retailers.

Who Needs Trade Show Displays?

By displaying your services or products with eye catching displays, you can boost business no matter what sector or industry you are in. By displaying new product options, highlighting available services, and showcasing your expertise, skilled tradesmen, including electricians, contractors, and plumbers, can benefit tremendously from any of our popular display options.

Launch new items or promote the popular products your retail store offers by choosing vibrant trade show banners for Cleveland expos and events. Or, school can boost enrollment by marketing to older siblings and parents at trade shows. For example, if your school gives children a competitive edge with your science or English programs, you may choose to showcase that aspect to attract attention.

Any profession can boost their notability by adding the appropriate flair to trade show graphics. To demonstrate why your services are indispensable in the modern business world, professional service providers, such as accountants, notaries, and attorneys, need to use text and imagery to promote the benefits of your services.

How to Get the Crowd’s Attention

To really educate trade show attendees, there are a wide variety of display options that show marked benefits when used in tandem. Pop-ups are one of the most popular displays at today’s trade shows. These work well as full pop-up tents with side or front walls or as a backgrounds for display tables. You can draw attendees to your booth with properly spaced banner stands. They draw attention to the services and products you have to offer.

For your demonstration areas and display tables, a standalone panel system may be the simple solution to your backdrop needs. Include your branding coloring scheme and your company logo on a table cover. We can help make sure that your branding remains consistent with our wide selection of colors and fonts. Set the stage for brand reinforcement with floor graphics welcoming trade show attendees. This will also help you utilize your limited space to the fullest.

When only perfection will do, you need to contact Epic Signs & Graphics as you prepare for your trade show. We can make adjustments to the sizes of your various displays to make the best use of your space, offer you advice on what the best display ensembles are for your particular event, and we can help you figure out the logistics of how to erect your booth.  

Give us a call today to find out more about what we can do for you; or click below for a free quote!

The JV Soltis Group is a one-of-a-kind business resource for entrepreneurs in Ohio and across the country. Founded in 2001 by Jim Soltis, the company puts a twist on helping the small business owner. With over 25,000 companies aided to date, the JV Soltis Group finds solutions for entrepreneurs who may not otherwise have access to them. Partnering with expert vendors, they are able to offer everything from credit card processing to payroll to business administration tools to aid companies that helped make America what it is today.

Vision, Mission, Partners and Vendors

The vision and mission behind this organization are strong. Their vision was to revolutionize how small businesses can be managed and operated at optimal levels. They are seeing that vision come to fruition via their mission; to provide small to medium size business with affordable and high-value solutions to help them:

• Increase revenue
• Brand within their target market
• Decrease costs
• Reduce risk
• Improve customer satisfaction

All of these are possible through their connected partners and vendors that offer the most cost-effective and sound business tools to help entrepreneurs grow their companies, not lose them to ineffective management, tools, poor risk management skills and unwise marketing efforts.

Helping Ohio Business Owners

Although the JV Soltis Group has helped companies all over the U.S., they are headquartered in Ohio. Many of their ideals were initially set by the CEO’s great grandparents who were Slovakian immigrants. It is these immigrants who built America and is part of what makes the JV Soltis Group so attractive to both successful and struggling companies.

No longer do business owners have to worry about the corporate giants because the Soltis extended family of partners and vendors offer each client the feeling they have an entire Fortune 500 company behind them.

This organization also believes business branding is a must-do essential. Hence, they contacted Epic Signs & Graphics to help them create a new sandstone monument sign for their headquarters with graphics that are consistent with all of their other branding materials.

A Sign That Brands

When the company moved to their current location 11925 Avon-Beldon Rd., the property had an existing sandstone monument sign from the prior owner. Epic Signs & Graphics was able to use the elements of the existing sign and turn it into a high-impact visual.

The corporate logo and company name was embedded on the printed vinyl and then mounted on the bimetal substrate. Stud mounts were used to install the sign and cover the old images of the existing sign. And, because branding with monument signs was the goal, the process was done on both sides of the sandstone monument sign.  The result is now a stand-out noticeable marker and the owner was especially happy the sign was complete in just two weeks and within budget.

Do you have an organization that would benefit from a monument sign? A building complex? A neighborhood community? A strip mall or shopping center? We make it easy to get a quote; simply click on the button below.

Now let's take a look at the creation and installation of this monument sign for the JV Soltis Group...

The wide format printing process

The original monument sign

The completed sandstone monument sign

Have you noticed the increasing popularity of wall murals in businesses around Cleveland? Companies around town are recognizing the utility of these wall decorations as great for creating a relaxing or professional atmosphere and improved branding. In this entry, we will cover just some of the ways your restaurant can advertise, market, and brand using digitally printed wallpaper.

If you own a popular restaurant, it is likely you have had to deal with individuals upset with long wait times. You can help assuage any mounting frustration for waiting parties by providing them with an idyllic lake, Italian farmhouse and garden, or a tropical beach to look at rather than a blank wall. The stress and waning patience caused by waiting can be neutralized with calming murals skillfully placed in your waiting areas.

Match Your Restaurant’s Theme

Use a kind of wall mural that ties in the theme of your business. For example, if your restaurant specializes in the cuisine for a specific country, you can create the prefect atmosphere with wall graphics displaying scenes from that country. Perhaps, the canals of Venice can spruce up your Italian restaurant. Or, a Japanese pagoda will set the scene for your sushi bar.

Does your restaurant cater more to families? Do you try to attract birthday parties and youngsters? Kids may not appreciate the pagoda and canals mentioned above, but wall murals with cartoon characters, trains, cuddly baby animals, or dinosaurs will hold their attention. Screaming children can ruin the dining experience for other patrons: engaging digitally printed wallpaper will help distract these youngsters.

Aid with Brand Recognition

Using custom wall graphics for Cleveland restaurant owners can create a strong dining and branding association. You can soothe and entice customers and brand and promote by installing graphics in your restaurant. When it comes to taking your marketing ideas and plugging them into aesthetically and visually stunning mural displays, Epic Signs & Graphics offers you unlimited options.

Is there a particular dish that your restaurant is known for? You can have it transformed into a mural from a photograph. Customers new to your restaurant can immediately see what you have to offer and mouths will start watering. This is particularly effective for dishes you would like to promote for the long term.

You can demonstrate your restaurant’s commitment to excellence by using digitally printed wallpaper with images of your chefs and servers at work, fresh ingredients, and customers enjoying their experience. These images will subconsciously set the atmosphere for your diners to have a great time.

Wall graphics can bring unlimited added functionality and enjoyment to your restaurant. You can use them for advertising, relaxation, and marketing. You will be amazed by the compliments you receive when you set the tone for your restaurant’s atmosphere. Contact us if you are ready to transform the dining experience at your business for the better--or click the button below for a free quote.

New construction projects around North East Ohio call for a variety of signs, including safety signs, site signs, directional signs, monument signs, and more. We can help you finalize your projects and our services include help with permitting, fabrication and design. Make your construction signs for Cleveland Ohio stand out and above all, be consistent for brand building. Let's jump into the world of signs for construction projects!

What Signs Do You Need?

Some of the construction signage products Epic Signs & Graphics recommends inlcude:

Monument Signs

To identify the name of some of the tenants and the building, new buildings need a monument sign. The colors, materials, and designs for these signs are seemingly endless, whether it is an illuminated cabinet with interchangeable sign faces, simple sandblasted wood signs, or a versatile concrete monument sign. Our experts will help you determine the best monument sign based on city code, maximizing the utility and purpose of the sign, and working with the building’s aesthetics. The tone of how a building is received and how it is first identified by visitors is heavily influenced by the monument sign. Making a strong first impression is always important.

Parking and Regulatory

Compliance with government regulations for sign standards is becoming more and more important. We can help you with your handicap sign, wayfinding sign, and parking sign requirements.

Building Signs

Company identification signs, directional signs, and address numbers are among the many illuminated and non-illuminated signs we fabricate, design, install, and permit. We provide Cleveland construction signs for any project.

Interior Signs

As your blue prints call for them, we can install and fabricate suite signs, ADA signage, directional signs, and lobby signs. We seek to preserve the vision of the building owner and architect, suggest economical ways to meet signage needs, and we collaborate closely with the architect. We are on the cutting edge of new sign ideas.

Safety and Site Signs

All contractors want to have their company’s information prominently displayed on the job site. Signs are a great source of advertising, and they help you get your name out there whether you use a banner or a wooden site sign. Construction sites also need an array of directional and safety signs posted for all visitors and subs to comply with.

ADA Compliant Signs

Up to date ADA signage is needed for all new buildings. To help you pass the inspections, we are here to provide you with the necessary signs.

Sign Importance

Placing signs showing a rendition of what a finished building may look like is important for commercial venues that are undergoing additions or partial renovations. Construction and commercial sites can realize a vast array of benefits with on-site construction signs for Northeast Ohio.

It may seem odd to place a sign on a bare plot of land, but it is never too early to announce to everyone in the area that a business is committed to developing the land for its commercial endeavor in the near future. Before you even break ground, you will have interest in your building.

In the case of model home communities, directional and wayfinding signs can help potential buyers locate your sales office. Fill those homes before they are even completed.

Tackle your Cleveland construction signs needs using experts knowledgeable of your utilitarian, regulatory, and self-promotion needs.

Magnets on the sides of cars and trucks detach from and attach to vehicles conveniently and quickly. Best of all, they can very easily lead to increased business and sales conversions for your company. In addition, there are many other benefits you may not have considered.

Using Them to Advertise

Not all forms of advertising reach all people. This makes it especially important for your company to utilize as many different advertising outlets as possible. By using multiple approaches, you are increasing the likelihood of people taking notice and recognizing your brand. Plus, magnetic signs will reinforce the brand recognition you create with email marketing, print media, billboards, and direct mail.

As opposed to other forms of advertising, when you buy vehicle magnets in Northeast Ohio, you get constant visibility after a reasonable, one time investment. Your business’s logo, contact information, and name are clearly visible when you or your employees are parking the company’s trailer at a job site or driving the company vehicle around town.

Your company’s philosophy and work ethic will be on display for potential clients and customers when you use an appropriately designed vehicle magnet. The magnet along the side of your work van will identify your company as civic minded with an eye out for supporting the community when your drivers wait patiently at crosswalks, pull over and help stranded motorists, and generally employ courteous and safe driving techniques.

Advertising your business by driving your car or truck through areas in town where you want to attract business is one of the best uses for vehicle magnets. Using a magnetic sign is much less expensive than other forms of advertising and is better at specifically targeting the demographic you want to reach.

Make the Most Out of Your Car Magnets

To get the most out of your vehicle magnet signs, as mentioned above, you must drive safely and obey the rules of the road. If you drive aggressively and honk your horn a lot, you will be advertising which company NOT to buy from. On the other hand, your company’s name and logo will have a positive association if you drive courteously.

Though magnetic vehicle signs are durable and can withstand all weather conditions, it is important that you do not let them stay dirty or get too worn. By keeping the sign clean looking, it shows that your company takes pride in its appearance and pays meticulous attention to detail. Along the same lines, your business vehicles should also be kept clean. You do not want your enterprise to be associated with dirtiness.

Your first instinct may be to put as much information as possible on your vehicle magnet, but that is not always the best idea. We recommend keeping it to your name, phone number or website, logo, and possibly a slogan. Anything more than that will be too much for people to read while driving. For when you are parked or stuck in traffic, you may also want to have an additional sign that goes into more detail about what goods or services you provide.

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Have you ever found yourself driving in circles, desperate to find a shop you’ve never been to before, then at just the right time a sign comes into view to point you in the right direction? How would you have reacted if you hadn’t been able to see your destination on the sign? Would you have turned around and gone home, or perhaps popped into a different shop than you were originally intending? Either scenario could be crippling for a business owner looking to reel in foot traffic.  

So one can see the importance of ensuring your business is able to stand out within busy commercial locations. Storefront signs are essential, visible and readable additions to make sure patrons can find your shop regardless of the time of the day.

As the leader in lightbox cabinet directory signs for Cleveland, Ohio strip malls, Epic Signs & Graphics are experts at crafting and installing customizable signage in highly conspicuous areas, helping you announce your presence to existing and potential customers base both day and night.

Snowville Plaza Lightbox Cabinet Directory Sign

Once Paran Management Company decided to update their current lighted directory sign, they aptly called our commerical sign company to complete the upgrade.

In the months that have followed, they’ve fully realized their primary goal of attracting new tenants, and are overwhelmingly satisfied with the experience. 

Outdoor Illuminated Sign Cabinets

Be it illuminated sign cabinets, light box signs, or lighted window signs, we have the ability to help you capture the attention of passersby and lock in sales.

With their high quality and customizable nature, light box signs ensure your store radiates an undeniable appeal to your customers, even long after the sun has set. Their premium quality materials including anodized silver and three millimeter thick acrylic panels allow you to rest assured our signs have the durability to outlast even the harshest Ohio winters.

How Can Street Directory Signs Help My Business?

Is your traffic slower than in years past? Perhaps the primary culprit of your struggling business is the result of insufficient visibility. In a busy shopping center like Snowville, the competition for Ohio customers can be steep. This goes double for stores and shops located within a strip mall. When you’re in direct competition with other similar enterprises, standing out and making yourself known is an absolute must.

The equation is simple. Increase your visibility, increase your sales.

Other Sign Services

At Epic Signs & Graphics we are in the business of signs in all varieties. With our comprehensive range of services we are dedicated to our clients in the Cleveland, Ohio area. In addition to our commitment to designing and manufacturing high quality and durable light box signs, we also pride ourselves on our high customer satisfaction ratings and after-sales service.

We show just as much interest and concern for our customers even after their light box signs have been installed. Since we guarantee our premium materials and can withstand the elements, we are quick to offer repair and maintenance services in the unlikely event anything should go awry.

Don’t run the risk of missing out on potential businesses and call us today to get started on your illuminated sign cabinets, light box sign, and lighted window signs!