Epic Signs & Graphics Blog

With the innovative approaches to marketing that are available in the sign industry today, finding the right options for your business's specific needs can be challenging. Thankfully, Epic Signs & Graphics is dedicated to answering those needs for every client. When we were approached by our newest client for a custom wall mural to backdrop a televised event, we were thrilled to tackle the project!

 The Washington Post contacted Epic Signs & Graphics with the need for a backdrop. The Washington Post, and Jones Day would be moderating the republican debate coverage, and not just any background mural would do! The televised presentation was quickly approaching, and our client was looking for a quick installation the morning of the debate. With the need for efficiency and a fresh design, our staff began the task!

The backdrop mural for our client was printed using the latest in printing technology. We used vinyl panels that measured to a final 12 feet high by 25 feet long for the completed sign. The individual panels allow for a more productive installation on the glass surface that we were adhering the product to, though in depth planning is required to ensure the right measurements are taken. The survey assisted with our need to have this mural installed correctly on the first attempt of application, so that our client would be ready in time for the debate. With the conclusion of the project, we were ecstatic with the results. Our client was happy, and the product was provided quickly, effectively, and cost efficiently.

The finished backdrop wall mural for The Washington Post can be seen in the image above and below. The vibrancy of the color is on point for the client's aesthetic, and the font is precise. It was exactly what our client was looking for!

 At Epic Signs & Graphics, we are a custom sign and graphics company that provides the highest standards of products and services at an affordable price. Our mission is to ensure every client has the sign or graphic solution to their marketing aspirations. We achieve this with the utilization of premium materials, creative designs, in house fabrication, and trained professionals that will assess the best answers to your needs. We are located in Cleveland, OH, and we service the surrounding areas. Come in to see us today, and we will show you examples of the sign packages that can be tailored to benefit your business!

 Do you have any questions concerning the recent project that was completed by Epic Signs & Graphics? Would you like to learn about products specific to your business's marketing needs? Reach out to us today, and we will put you down the path to a custom sign package!

Dearborn, Inc located in Berea, Ohio has been in business since 1947 but still did not have a sign on the front of their building when they called. We received the call and they explained they wanted their customers to easily identify their facility when they turn the corner so they would not miss it, plus they wanted to be seen from their unique position below a bridge. We were excited to get the call and provide answers.

There were challenges to install this sign, in particular the horizontal corrugated facing.  In order to get the letters and logo to mount in place we had to drill support holes in specific locations on the flat face portion of the corrugation. Dearborn, Inc also wanted to make sure the sign was made with all standard color acrylics with no painting. The letters and logo are made with 3/4" thick acrylic. The logo was made in peices so that the black and orange parts were assembled like a puzzle which required precision planning and routing. Each letter and the logo has a 3 to 4 inch rod set into the back, that is placed inside the drilled hole with strong adhesive.

In normal circumstances, building signs like this one would have the logo and letters mounted securely on metal raceway tracking so the whole sign could be installed at once since it would be in one peice. We worked with their vision to have the letters and logo be the only hardware visable. WIth careful planning and admittedly some adjusting along the way to install, we were able to provide a professional looking sign on the front of their company as they dreamed. Using effective business signs on the front of your company makes it legitimite in the eys of the customer. Once they see your company with a sign, it announces who you are, and  of course the style reflects company culture.

Dearborn, Inc is a high precision fabricator that can solve the most complex problems or provide highly specialized parts. They serve the aerospace, nuclear, paper, plastics, medical and steel industries. They provide internal machine components that are well beyond ordinary and they serve some of the biggest companies in the nation. They have built this reputation over the last 50 years.

If you need to brand your company on the outside with business signs, give Epic Signs & Graphics a call for a free consultation. We also like to help solve complex problems and we are ready to help so send us a note through the portal below.

A gem of an office sign is installed at HC Murray Group in Independence, Ohio for their new office space.

HC Murray Group moved into a new office space in Independence, Ohio and called us for ideas to install a nice office sign as a focus for their entry way. We came on site during construction and reviewed several available materials and narrowed it down to acrylic or aluminum lettering. Our survey included taking photos of the proposed wall space and taking measurements. We then provided a rendering of the options on the picture of the wall so they can see if it looks like the vision they anticipated. Above and below pictures capture the end results and they were thrilled.

The top line of the office sign is made of 10 inch high aluminum letters with a brush finish approximately 1/2" thick. The black line and the black letters are made of shinny acrylic that is 3/8 inches thick. All letter components are offset from the wall 1/4" to give it a slight shadow affect which is enhanced by the spot light from above. We arrived with a pattern of the display done on paper that was tapped to the wall. This provides a check for the client to see how high they will be and to make sure it is properly centered as expected. The pattern includes targets for drilling holes. The holes match exactly the studs protruding from the back of the letter so they fit neatly into the wall for a secure snug fit. This method takes a little more time but the results provide a quality install so the letters and logos do not move around afterwards. The studs are fitted with a sleeve so that the offset looks professional.

Epic Signs & Graphics has access to many types of letters for interior or exterior business sign applications. Metal letters can be fabricated as a cast or from flat material. Cast letters are shown below. We have access to several foundries around the country to produce aluminum or bronze cast letters. Cast metal letters have a distiinctive look that are many times, used in universities or companies such as banks.  They have a thick and stately look and are very durable.

Pictured above are flat cut letters and are just as the name implies, flat on both sides. This material provides opportunties for specialized cuts to do logos or high style lettering. They are fabricated with high precision either using high pressure water or lasers. It is possible to use aluminum, stainless steel, bronze, brass, or copper. Thicknesses can be from 1/8" up to 1/2" and can be as tall as 42 inches. We will provide a review of your proposed art work to see if it could be custom cut or we can modify designs if needed.

HC Murray is a group of dedicated and experienced insurance professionals. Their staff takes pride in being curteous and focus on the client rather than what is best for the insurance company. They provide insurance for employee health programs, business, long-term care, medicare and disability.

Epic Signs and Graphics was thrilled to get a call from HC Murray and provide a sign they can be proud of in their lobby. Give us a call or reach us through our web site to get a free consultation and see how we can make your business entry area one to make you proud.

Product: office signs, and directories

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

It is imperative when determining sign designs for your business, to have personalized products that meet your needs. You will find that office signs can be designed in many styles with lots of material options. There are many types of office signs to consider including door signs, name plates, way-finding signs, lobby signs, and conference room signs. No matter the type of office signs that your business is in need of, Epic Signs & Graphics is available to provide durable, and affordable solutions!

If you are looking for a more organized way for visitors to find their way around your workplace, then directory signs need to be reviewed. These are essential in the navigation of a facility.  Consider how people find individual offices, small meeting rooms, conference rooms, bathrooms, and even the cafe! 

Our expert design staff are on hand to assess your business's specific style, location, and brand to develop a complimentary sign package. With the help of our team, you can choose from custom color combinations, high resolution images, bold lettering, and stylized designs. There are a variety of mediums to choose from, as well. Some of the more common materials used in the fabrication of office signs are wood, acrylics, an array of metals, and vinyl. It all depends on the style and look you are opting for. With our guidance, you are promised a sign investment that will exceed expectations!

In the image above you will see an example of a custom office sign. This signage lends to a stylized look, that is effective in displaying the intended information. Below are more images that share the difference in customizing options for office signage and directories.

There is more to a custom sign and graphics company than the premium products we supply. It is also about the superior standards of service that we offer. At Epic Signs & Graphics, we supply the assessments needed to guarantee your sign options will be cohesive with your brand, and compliment the marketing needs of your company. Our clients marketing aspirations coming to fruition is our mission, and we have the professionals, designs, and equipment to make that happen!

Do you have any questions about the office signs that are offered by Epic Signs & Graphics in Cleveland, Ohio? Would you like to hear about other signs and services that are available for your business usebusiness's use? Reach out to us today, and we will get you started on your next signage journey!

We received a call from The Henry to estimate a sign project for their newly aquired company located in LaGrange, Ohio. The project called for directory signs installed around the facility and exterior building signs including large blue dimensional letters and flat panel signs. Below are pictures and a run down of project details.

Once we received their plan, we went to work reviewing and determinng an estimate. Because we were responsive and timely with the estimate, we won the opportunity to fabricate and install all of the signs. The project included various business signs including directory signs on the exterior of the building as well as on the interior. We also installed exterior channel letter signs and a flat panel sign in the dock area.

The directory signs for the interior and exterior were cut from poly metal 1/8" thick. Typically there are 2 brands we use either Maxmetal or Dibond. There is a thin layer of aluminum on each side and a PVC core in the center. It is durable and long lasting for exterior use and tough for interior industrial areas. Poly metal will come in 4 x 8 foot panels. We cut those down to size and applied full color digitally printed vinyl and laminate for protection to create the directory signs you see in the pictures.

The large blue Henry sign you see are called channel letters. typically these are used as illuminated letters you see on top of retail building stores in plaza's. For this project we left the LED bulbs out and bolted the letters through the inside directly to the building. The back and sides are made of aluminum and cut and shaped with various machines. the faces are made with acrylic. In this case a special blue color was used to match their corporate logo. The acrylic can come in various standard colors or in some cases have vinyl applied and yet other case they can be painted.

Once we secured the project plans we visited the plant and walked through all the areas for the sign implementation. We took pictures, noted space sizes and checked for obstacles that may be in the way. We then ensured all plans including installation were determined ahead of time so when the signs came out of production we were ready to execute. The result was a resounding success as you can see in the pictures. The general manager was pleased with the results and even ordered another sign project for the other side of the building. Previously their building virtually had no identity. Now when you drive down the street towards their manufacuring plant, you can clearly see their name on the building and it delivers the impression that it is a professional organization. And when you drive onto the location, you can see clearly and confirm the location of the building entry points and truck drivers are clearly directed towards the dock area.

Formerly known as WDG, Henry is a US based company that provides products that manage the tranmission of water, air, vapor and energy in buildings so that sustainability, energy use, environmental and livability is improved. In Medina they manufacture silicone products and granulate post consumer roof membranes into rubber compounds to replace other fillers normally used in roofing systems.

At Epic Signs & Graphics we take extra steps to ensure plans are developed so that problems are minimized when implemented. With careful planning and experience, we save hassles in the late stages of implementation. Give us a call or contact us through our web site below to get a free consultation.

In the picture above, you can see the large sign installed on an exterior brick wall. The sign is over 80 inches wide and 60 inches high. It has a thickness of 2 inches when including the lettering or shield. In the photo below, you can see how the sign has 3 layers involved including the large base piece, the shield, and the griffin or letters. Each layer is made with 1/2" thick acrylic.

Steps Academy is a center of excellence for autism. The center was started to meet the needs of children with autism in ages from 2 1/2 years to 22. They work to improve communication and language skills, fine and gross motor coordination, social, play and imitation. Steps uses Applied Behavior Analysis which uses research based teaching methods along with data analysis to develop life and social skils. Steps acadamy focuses on the individual rather than the behavior so they look for how they attempt to communicate through their behaviors and create individual plans of development.

When we recieved the call from Steps Academy, we quickly made an appointment to survey the location to determine size and install requirements for their business sign. They submitted their pictorial vision to us through our website and we listened to their citeria for signage. We took the survey information and their vision and determined the best materials that would be durable enough for outdoors and yet make their expected budget number.

The sign has a main base peice that is made of 1/2" thick acrylic painted black. It was routed precisley to the shape they gave us. It was so large it had to be done in two peices and fused together. The base part was covered with premium vinyl printed with full color graphics and a laminate applied. The sheild was also made with 1/2" thick acrylic, painted black and adhered to the base peice with high strength glue. The griffin was again made with 1/2" thick acrylic and also applied the same way. Finally, the dimensional lettering was made with formed plastic and also glued to the surface. Notice the detailed vinyl work applied to the face of the letters. On the back it was installed with indian style cleats that was anchored to the wall and a final support peice installed at the bottom for support. Once it was assembled, the bottom cleat was centered on the wall, leveled and placed into position with good old fashion muscle!

This truely custom building sign has many parts but it really deliveres their vision. It also adds a professional appearance to the building so that visitors know that Steps Academy is a serious organization ficused on the students and they take pride in helping people live full productive lives. Because of our high end wide format printer, the sign has a quality feel to go along with the black edges to provide depth. The size of the sign is important as well since it has to be seen from the road as people arrive.

Epic Signs & Graphics is proud to work with an organization that has a focus to help others. One of the things I have found to be good for the soul since starting this company is the ability to meet interesting people and organizations that focus on helping other people like Steps Academy. We are committed to helping companies improve their message through high quality signage wether that is on the outside or the inside. We can help with directory signs, suite signs, wall murals window graphics and even graphics for floors and ceilings! Give us a call today for a free consultation and quote!

Written by: Epic Signs & Graphics - Cleveland, Ohio

First Unitarian Church of Cleveland called Epic Signs & Graphics in search of an exterior sign to install to demonstrate their commitment to the green movement. They wanted to know what it would take to fabricate and install an exterior business sign or a plaque to explain their solar panels they installed over a year ago.  Epic Signs & Graphics was more than happy to help, especially if it means a push for green power.

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