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Protect Your Outdoor Signs
Outdoor signs are vulnerable to many factors. Most notably, weather. However, you must also factor in vandalism, and competition. It is essential that you protect your outdoor signs from all of these conditions, otherwise, your sign will degrade, be destroyed, or blocked. Vital Signs understands the sign industry because we have been a major player in it for many years. Our staff will help you optimize your outdoor signs so that you can derive a significant return on investment. As previously stated, weather is one of the biggest detriments...
read moreInvest in Additional Store Sign’s for Your Business
You’re no stranger to the design process. In the past, you commissioned a large sign for your store or company, one that displays your name and other relevant details. However, sometimes one sign isn’t enough. More is not always better, but in some cases, you need additional signage. This type of sign is often referred to as an alternate store sign. Commonly, they are open and closed signs, a single product that you may offer, or a small display that highlights your product and services. Vital Signs offers store sign design solutions, big and...
read moreThe Science behind Neon Signs
Have you ever wondered how neon signs work? They succeed at grabbing our attention, but why do they glow and how do they work? Vital Signs loves working with neon signs. Creativity really shines when you work with this type of sign. There is a little science behind neon signs, but it’s not too complicated. Neon is an inert gas, similar to argon, and helium. These elements struggle to react, unlike many of the other elements found on the periodic table. How Does this Translate into the Famous Glow of Neon Signs? Excellent question, and an easy...
read moreThe Four Essential Qualities of Effective Signs
Not every sign is effective. In fact, some signs generate little exposure because they do not follow the four essential components of what makes a sign effective. The four essential components are visibility, readability, noticeability, and legibility. Each one is important as it provides a specific role that dictates whether a sign is successful or not. Vital Signs stands by these four factors and we incorporate them into every one of our designs. Visibility of Signs This one goes without saying. If your sign is not visible, it will not be...
read moreWhat to Look for in Sign Companies
It is important that you choose a proper sign company for your signage projects. Most sign companies tend to focus on a specific type of signage. Vital Signs has the capacity to produce many different types of signs for all situations. Our manufacturing center is located in Markham, Ontario and is capable of manufacturing any type of sign that you desire. We are flexible and able to accommodate any of your needs. Dedication of the Sign Company Our sign company is dedicated to the industry and this means that you will get the perfect sign for...
read moreThe Most Famous Neon Signs in the World
Neon signs are flashy and they are a classic nod to the industrial era. They exist all throughout the world, but there are certain neon signs that stand out above the rest. They are works of art in their own right and they are deemed as attractions to the cities which they are found within. Here at Vital Signs we are big fans of neon signs, we believe that they are a classic form of art and that they draw in customers with their unique style. Vegas Vic in Las Vegas When you think of neon signs, you think of Vegas Vic. The cowboy has been...
read moreWhy Signs? They are everywhere and They Work
Modern consumer cultures are littered with signs of all types, everywhere we travel there are signs. These displays provide us with directions, they advertise products and companies, and they tell us the laws. In our lives, we have become so adapted to signage that we sometimes don’t even notice that it exists. Still, they do exist and they make our lives a lot easier. Vital Signs strives to provide signs to all types of business. We work with individuals, corporations of all sizes, and the government. How many times do you think you interact...
read moreHow to Design Outdoor Signs
Finding the right image and theme for your outdoor signs can be challenging as there are many factors to consider. Who is the target audience of your outdoor signs? Are you trying to engage a specific demographic? Is your product strictly regulated like tobacco or alcohol? Are you advertising a product, or a service? What location will you place the ad? How long do you plan to advertise your product or service with outdoor signs? While these are not the only questions to ask, they are good ones to ask if you are considering hiring a sign...
read moreInvest in Signage: Cheap and Effective Advertisement
Advertisement is an essential component of any marketing strategy. Choosing the right type of advertisement can be tricky and costly. Television and radio ads are costly to produce. Currently, to run a 30 second commercial during CBS’s The Big Bang Theory costs around $326,260, $264,575 for NBC’s The Voice, and even a low tier commercial will cost a business about $20,000. These costs do not include development and production. Commercials are timed, but our neon signs are not. They stand the test of time. Why Signage? It’s cost effective....
read moreSignage Solutions Offered By Our Company
Here at Vital Signs, we have amassed an impressive amount of experience in our industry. Our company has been in business for over twenty years and we are proud of our creations. We offer many different products for all types of businesses. Channel Letters This is a popular type of signage that is often used to promote a company’s name. The letters tend to have a 3D look and come in all shapes and sizes. Sign Boxes Also a popular choice, they display a company’s name within a lighted box. Dimensional Signage These displays are characterized...
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