Commercial Signage Substrate Materials

Sectors for Fixed and Dimensional Signage

• Retail and Corporate: Building fascia signage, wayfinding, and directional markers.
• Transportation: Traffic signs, terminal directories, and information panels.
• Real Estate: Development and property management site signage.
• Pylon and Monument Signs: Facing material for large, freestanding structures.

Drilling and Cutting FAQ

• Q: Can aluminum composite material (ACM) be cut using standard woodworking tools?
• A: Yes, ACM can be easily cut with standard circular saws and routers utilizing carbide-tipped blades. Specific V-grooving bits are used to score the material for folding and creating sign boxes.

• Q: How should PVC foam board be prepped for exterior painting or finishing?
• A: While many grades are color-stable, if painting is required, the surface should be lightly cleaned and primed with an acrylic-based primer compatible with PVC before applying two-part exterior-grade paint.

Integrated Sign Components

• Mounting Hardware (Standoffs, Z-clips)
• Pre-Cut and Routed Blanks
• LED Lighting and Power Supplies
• Protective Anti-Graffiti Overlays

Sign Fabrication and Architecture

• Commercial Sign Manufacturing Companies
• Architectural Firms (Specifying Facade Materials)
• Large-Format Printing Houses
• City Planning and Municipal Infrastructure