For the second year in a row, FASTSIGNS International Inc. has been ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine as the Number 1 franchise in the sign and graphic category of the magazine’s annual Franchise 500® rankings. To determine the rankings for all 500 companies, the magazine uses an exclusive formula that takes into account objective and quantifiable factors, including financial...
The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) announced it has been awarded accreditation by the American Standards Institute (ANSI) for two of its newest certification programs: the CCO Rigger Level II and Articulating Crane Operator certifications. Both programs are now accredited to the ISO/IEC 17024 International Standard for organizations that certify personnel. NCCCO also announced...
Multi-bit screwdrivers from IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC., are trusted by electricians for their versatility, durability, and professional performance. On December 14, 2011, the American manufacturing of IDEAL drivers was featured on the popular DIY Network television program Cool Tools visited the Sycamore, Illinois manufacturing facility in August of 2011 to film the segment which was featured on the “Job...
Digital Signage Expo (DSE), the world’s largest International Tradeshow and Conference dedicated exclusively to digital signage, interactive technology, and digital out-of-home networks (DOOH), will present an all new four-part DOOH Networks Seminar Program that will focus on issues inherent in running a digital advertising-based network. The DOOH Networks Seminar Program, to be presented in Las Vegas March 7-8,...
By Jan Fletcher Handcrafted signage is staging a comeback, and Sean Starr, a sign painter in Big Bear City, California, couldn’t be happier. Starr not only produces one-of-a-kind, hand-lettered signage, but he also pursues a sustainable lifestyle as a mom-and-pop owner of Starr Studios. Sign painters who are passionate about producing handwrought work, “are already of a mindset...
Expanding its comprehensive line of energy-efficient light sources, MaxLite has introduced new state-of-the art LED lamps to its popular MaxLED™ family of LED lamps and luminaires. MaxLite’s new LED lamps provide better quality than incandescent or CFL lamps and many return on their investment within a year. The bulbs feature a long life of up to 50 times...
By Lori Shridhare These days, when designers and sign professionals are looking for an alternative to vinyl that has both visual and practical benefits, they’re turning to fabric. With green options and low shipping costs, fabric is becoming a must-have material in a banner shop’s inventory. “Fabric materials and specialty textiles like blockouts and backlits can be used...
This past December, the United States Sign Council (USSC) of Bristol, Pennsylvania announced the winners of its 2011 Member Sign Design Competition. Designer Donal McKernan and Danthonia Designs of Inverell, NSW, Australia was awarded Best in Show for the hanging sign it designed and constructed for The Hedonist vineyard in Willunga, Australia (above). As always, winners were determined...
Information Management Institute, Inc. (IMI) has announced the programs for its Digital Printing World 2012 Conferences being held the week of January 30-February 1, 2012 at the Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, Florida, USA. Complete program information, a downloadable brochure, and online registration can be found at www.imiconf.com. During the week, over thirty-five total presentations are...
Gemini Incorporated, a major manufacturer of dimensional letters, logos, and plaques since 1964, announces the publication of its new Plaques, Markers and Etchings Professional Design Catalog. Featuring a new horizontal design to better accommodate larger and easier-to-read pricing charts, the expanded forty-four-page price list is Gemini’s most comprehensive plaque catalog to date with prices effective through February 2013....
