Gemini Signs and Letters

There is one name in lifetime guaranteed letter signs and cast metal plaques: Gemini. Gemini is the leader in renewable energy sign products as well as lead-free metal signs.

Gemini signs is synonymous with letter signs. In fact, their website is www.lettersigns.com. Gemini has approved Flynn Signs as a reseller of its products. Only authorized sign companies can purchase Gemini products. Their company policy is to work with reputable, sign specialists who know the business.

In 1998, Flynn Signs & Graphics Inc. became an authorized Gemini dealer based on our years of experience in the sign industry. Flynn Signs has stellar reputation with selling signs. Based on several sign products and selling points, Flynn Signs has increased its business with Gemini every year.

Since then, our company has been selling Gemini letter signs on the West Coast for over 10 years. The Gemini letter is the best product on the market, guaranteed. Flynn Signs stands behind Gemini products. We fully explain all the option available from Gemini sign letters to our customers. Gemini letters go a long way for our customers. We have never received a complaint or problem with their products, whether Gemini letters and signs, or Gemini sign letter changer poles.

Gemini letters and signs are here to stay. There is no company like Gemini in the sign industry. In fact, the most popular product are 6″ Gemini sign letters and 8″ Gemini sign letters. There are some of the most purchased letter signs to date.

Come to a trusted name in sign design, sign fabrication and sign knowledge. Our company understands signs and all the issues related to them. Flynn Signs is the longest lasting sign company in Los Angeles. We enjoy working with signs. We like working with customers. Call us to find out more about the letter signs for any project you are pursuing.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA. 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

Big and Small Metal Letters

Metal is a generic term that classifies a category of malleable chemicals that are strong and durable. Steel, iron, aluminum, and alloys such as bronze and brass, are all metals. All of these materials are used to construct buildings, make cars, fabricate aircraft, ocean vessels and course, signs.

When people want a “metal sign”, they mean, they want an aluminum fabricated sign. Metal is the “catchall” term people use. Today, sign companies use the term, aluminum.

In the pastime of American signmaking, wood, ceramic, sheet metal, and plastic were the materials used to make signs. Nowadays, most of these materials have been phased out. However, since the technology has evolved, plastic is the main translucent material used to make signs. Plastics, such as acrylic, tuff glass, and Lexan are some of the main components of sign fabrication.

Right next to plastic is aluminum. Aluminum is the main metal component with fabricating signs. Aluminum does not rust like other metals. Aluminum is strong, light, and cost-effective. Overall, aluminum is the primary material used to make metal letters, channel letters and sign cabinets.

With letter signs, whether it is small metal letters or big metal letters, aluminum is the best metal for signs. There are some exceptions to making signs with aluminum. Brass, bronze and stainless steel fabricated letters are highly requested among sign buyers.

If you are going to buy metal letters, call Flynn Signs, we will help you. We have no minimum letter sign limit. You can order 1″ metal letters and 4″ metal letters. Our minimum order is $100 dollars.

The other popular letter sign people purchase are brushed metal letters and black metal letters. At Flynn Signs, we are experts at the material, thickness, finish, appearance and installation of letter signs.

Lastly, cast metal letters are generally made from aluminum, bronze and brass metals. Cast means the letter comes out of a form made in a metal foundry.

One of the other more popular types of letter signs is cut metal letters. Call us and ask us more about having mini metal letters done for your next project. Mini metal letters are done with the most advanced technology to date: waterjet cut and laser cut machinery.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA. 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

Sunset Gower Studios adds new iconic sign made by Flynn Signs and Graphics

To mark the 2011 New Year, the largest independent film studio, Sunset Gower Studios has recently added a new company identification sign to its front entrance.

Flynn Signs and Graphics (from Long Beach California) has made and installed a new identification sign, iconic in many ways. For one, Sunset Gower Studios is a landmark. The indie studio has a long history in Hollywood. Two, Sunset Gower Studios is located in the historic areas of Hollywood.

The sign name, Sunset Gower Studios, faces world renown Sunset Boulevard and will be a icon itself for years to come among Hollywood companies in Los Angeles.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA. 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

Advertising Sign

A business sign is also an advertising sign. Flynn Signs and Graphics creates specialized advertising signs. For a sign company, such as Flynn Signs, an advertising sign is actually called a company identification sign. Normally, a business name readily conveys what a company offers, a product or service. That is why an advertising sign made specifically for identifying a business is a store sign, or simply, a company sign.

Normally advertising design and marketing programs are made and developed by advertising and marketing companies. These creative-related businesses design for print and web medias, simple designs for a flat surface. In the sign industry, and with sign company personnel, a real signmaker must immediately know whether a design can be made into a sign simply by looking at it. It is the nature of sign company personnel to know and make 3-d creations for the real world.

Flynn Signs and Graphics has years of experience making designs into 3-d reality. We make signs that come to life. Sometimes, our signs are larger than life.

A channel letter business sign is an example of a sign that comes to life. Channel letter signs are probably the most common sign seen in society, next to road signs. (It should be noted that sign companies don’t consider road signs to be signs.). Most food market store signs are channel letter signs. A majority of retail store front signs are channel letter signs. Also called dimensional letters, channel letters are made to have depth. These signs, that is, channel letter signs are made of sheet metal or aluminum. Today, it is more common to have channel letters made from aluminum rather than sheet metal. In contrast to advertising, paper and vinyl do not have depth.

Illumination is the main feature of channel letters. Channel letters are fabricated to illuminated and therefore, light up at night. Most retail stores have illuminated channel letters on the front of the building and the side of the building.

Most people think that sign installation is easy. However, when it comes to electrical channel letter installation, nothing could be further from the truth. Installing channel letters requires experience and expertise. Ensuring a set of channel letters does not come off a building fascia is of paramount importance to a sign company. People are susceptible to severe injury if a 40 pound channel letter hits them. A sign cabinet that falls from a building could easily kill someone.

Our track record: Flynn Signs has 71 years in business without an accident.

Front store signs, channel letters or sign cabinets, are for retail business. The other commonly seen sign is a shop front signs, seen mostly in commercial centers and industrial parks. Most commercial and industrial businesses do not sell retail and are generally not illuminated. People in business tend to be a little bit more savvy than your average bear. The cost for illuminated signs for a business that does not do retail is not worth the expense. Therefore, commercial and industrial signs are usually non-illuminated dimensional letters, made of foam, or acrylic.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

Marquee Signs Schools Letter Boards

There are only two types of specific changeable letter boards. The main type is a letter board mounted on the wall with hinged doors. This letter board is approximately the size of a large TV. Letter boards of this type are purchased by churches, non-profit agencies, and inside various types of schools. They are used primarily to show daily, weekly, and monthly schedules. These type of letter boards are good for displaying activities which may change regularly. Letter boards are used as tenant directories in medium-sized and large office buildings. Most wall directories in office buildings have copy that is approximately one inch in height. But height visibility for tenant copy is not important since a viewer stands very close to the display of a wall directory.

The other letter board is considered a real sign, not only because it is used for outdoor use, but because of its large size. The main feature of this type of sign is the ability for the sign letters to be changeable. A changeable letter board enables this sign to display different words and phrases. For outdoor signs, letters must be larger since people view these type of signs from a distance. Without large letters displayed, a sign would not be effective. Six to eight inch letter height is the minimum size for an outdoor changeable letter board display. For better visibility, the average size letter is 8″ high. This letter board sign is aptly referred to as a changeable message sign. This type of letter board sign is used to convey static message. In the sign industry, the letter board sign is more aptly called a changeable letter sign. The main function of a letter board allows the user to change the characters. These type of signs are usually mounted onto a sign monument or a pole sign and has hinged doors for easy access. Changeable letter signs come in different sizes, large and small. Both indoor and outdoor letter board signs come with a changeable letter kit.

Marquee comes from the French term, marguise. The definition of marquee, according to the Free Dictionary on the Internet, is a rooflike structure, often bearing a signboard, projecting over an entrance, as to a theater or hotel. The signboards on these marquees were changeable marquee letters. Because we rarely see theater marquees today, the terms has shifted to mean something different. Nowadays, marquee signs are labeled for about a half dozen type of signs. The general public and business owners often call storefront and entrance signs a marquee sign. When a public or private school searches for a sign, they often refer to them as marquee signs schools, just like that.

Whatever term you use, marquee signs letters or marquee signs schools, Flynn Signs understands what people are looking for. We make it our goal to understand what the public needs in signage. Flynn Signs understands signs and the language of signs is our business, even if we have never heard of it before.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA. 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

ADA Signs (American Disabilities Act)

ADA is the abbreviation for American Disabilities Act.

ADA started in the United States decades ago. The shift towards awareness for people with disabilities began in 1973. This was only possible from the hard work of many people. ADA was officially recognized by the US Government in 1977. The US Congress began adding ADA guidelines into the mainstream of society in about 1988. All buildings with public access were required by law to be American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant which is accomplished mostly by ADA signage.

The braille standard for ADA signage is compiled from research and set forth in guidelines by the United States Government. Education about braille is promoted through many non-profit organizations.

At Flynn Signs, we are experts with ADA signage.

When someone is referring to ADA signs, it means a sign with made with tactile graphics and grade 2 Braille. Tactile graphics simply means, the images and copy are raised. Copy is considered type. Grade 2 Braille is a standard of little semi-circular balls set in a pattern that people can read by touch. Tactile means preceptable by touch. Tactile graphics gives a blind person the assurance they are touching a sign with the ADA Braille system embedded.

The Braille System was invented by Louis Braille in 1821. Braille is used for blind people to read (and write) by touch, by feeling small little (physical) balls embedded into a substrate surface usually made of acrylic or photopolymer. The little balls, very small in size, perhaps less than 1/32″, are arranged in patterns that substitute words of phrases. Braille-assisted signs allow people who cannot see, the ability to move freely and independently, without the assistance of others.

The most common way for a blind person to locate an office, or other area in a building, like a restroom, can easily be identified by ADA office signs and ADA restroom signs. These signs have tactile graphics and braille embedded into them. ADA bathroom signs, in special housing facilities and centers for the disabled, are another example of signs with tactile graphics and braille. Flynn Signs handles ADA restroom signage requirements so you don’t have to.

Our company makes custom ADA signs and ADA compliant signs in colors, textures, embedded graphics, and finishes at the request of our customers. A customer is not limited to just plain signage. There are plenty of styles and configurations that may be utilized for ADA signs. If you have questions, Flynn Signs will help you answer any question regarding ADA compliant signage.

With new construction and refurbishing of old buildings, the need to upgrade parking has become an important consideration. Federal ADA regulations require all parking lots to have ADA compliant parking spaces with at least one space specifically to be van accessible. Each space designated ADA parking must have pre-approved striping on the pavement with an “International Symbol of Accessibility”, also called ISA symbol, painted in blue.

At Flynn Signs we understand ADA parking signage requirements. Call us to learn more.

Signs are more than signs in modern society. They are guideposts and a way of life.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA. 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

Wayfinding Signage

Wayfinding, defined by Wikipedia, is a method in which people orient themselves in an environment and move about from place to place.

Everyday, signs are the number one way in which people and drivers wayfind. Maps are also way in which people find their way around landscapes and cityscapes. But maps are limited. For some people, visual aids such as buildings, bridges, businesses, railroad tracks, among other things, are used for reference markers. Even these things have limitations. Nothing helps people find their way around more than signs. Every sign in society is used for wayfinding, and are used as informational signs, branding identification signs, instructional signs, and are used by everyone, even the blind. Interestingly, signs are mostly overlooked. However, they are the most important aspect of modern day wayfinding systems.

At Flynn Signs, we are wayfinding specialist. We use wayfinding as an integral part to the overall planning of sign systems.

In big cities, city wayfnding is critical since finding a place usually requires an address. A name of a place is very helpful, but not altogether necessary. Cityscapes are a cluster of sign systems with symbols and images everywhere, street signs, business signs, warning signs, branding signs, instructional signs, etc. At Flynn Signs we understand wayfinding since we have over 7 decades of experience with signs.

Within a dense metropolis, business identification signage is intentionally designed smaller (because of space limitations) and more colorful to attract attention. Signs for walking districts area called blade signs, flag signs, and may also be suspended from overheads, including wall mounted directories. Properly navigating one’s way through a big city requires well-designed wayfinding signage. City wayfinding solves the problem.

Urban wayfinding is closely related to city wayfinding. Urban wayfinding is for density. City wayfinding is for sprawl. Each type of wayfinding system is designed to assist a large amount of people move at a fast-pace in a large environment. Urban and city wayfinding are more concentrated on sign types designed for vehicles, whereas college wayfinding and airport wayfinding sign systems are for foot traffic.

Designing wayfinding systems requires thorough planning before wayfinding map system can move forward. Planning wayfinding signs for large moving populations requires the understanding of what a system needs.

Hospital wayfinding is one of the many different types of wayfinding systems which focuses on guiding people to their destination. Creating wayfinding hospital signs are difficult projects to undertake, for one, because there are so many different types of signs involved, and two, because a good portion require ADA compliance. ADA is American Disabilities Act. At Flynn Signs, we understand all sign regulations and issues related to sign compliance. Our company works to meet sign regulation requirements.

College wayfinding is another area which focuses heavily on pedestrian foot traffic. To create useful and effective signage for a college or university, first requires an on-site survey of the campus building layout before the first sign is designed.

At Flynnn Signs, our experience with campus and college wayfinding is extensive. We have worked on many school systems starting from the elementary level to the post-secondary education level.

Airport wayfinding is easily classified as a complex wayfinding system. Airport wayfinding involves heavy concentrations of pedestrian movement and requires very detailed wayfinding directionals. Airports are very complex and require extensive airport wayfinding sign systems unlike other systems in modern industrial societies.

Wayfinding is a system of signage that helps people make their way and find their destination which is achieved through well-designed signs. Without adequate wayfinding systems, there will be confusion.

Flynn Signs is an expert with practical wayfinding solutions.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA. 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

Monument Signs

The definition of a monument sign, according to one dictionary, is a permanent fixed sign where the bottom is affixed to the ground. This is a good description of a monument sign.

Sign monument is not a term you hear all the time. However, it is the most common terms used with sign companies. At Flynn Signs, we do not expect for the general public to know industry terms. At Flynn Signs, it is our business to help you along the way. We do everything we can to help companies achieve their goals.

At Flynn Signs & Graphics, we are experts of changeable sign monuments. We have sign designers and graphic designers who work for us. We can design monuments and create any design sign monument. We understand the unique making of sign structures. We have made, installed, and completed dozens of monuments in the 70 years we have been in business.

Generally, what we often hear from business owners is, “I am looking for a certain type of sign.” Yet, they do not know the name of it. Where does one start? “Ground sign, pad sign, directional sign.” All of these terms are related with sign monuments. Sign monument is a generic term. There are many different types of monuments. Obviously, there are signs which are self-explanatory, like brick monument, stucco base monument, aluminum base monnument, church monument, business monument. Although these sign types are based on their material and construction, signs are not named like that in the sign industry. Most sign monuments are electrical signs which have flourescent lamps on the inside. Double-sided sign means you can see it from both sides.

A pylon sign, the largest common sign structure made by sign companies is simply a pylon based on the construction and style. Pylon signs have aluminum fabricated pole covers. Pylon signs are the largest sign structure and can been viewed from a distance. Pylon signs are seen on freeways, shopping centers, malls, dealerships, business centers, city parks, and commercial plazas.

Flynn Signs & Graphics is an expert on signage. Call us. We will help you with the sign you need.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

Custom Made Signs by Flynn Signs

All signs are custom, just about. Usually when someone orders a sign from a contractor sign company, they usually want a custom made sign. Custom signs are usually what is required for a specific company logo and/or trademark, or based on someone’s imagination. When a customer orders a sign, we ask, “What are you trying to accomplish?”

Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc. has been making custom signs for over 7 decades. We are experts at making custom business signs. Custom business signs are a specialty of Flynn Signs.

Custom signs is a general term within the sign industry. Custom signs usually covers a variety of sign categories such as: custom neon signs, custom vinyl signs, and other types of custom signs. Deciding on a sign that is right for your project requires decision making based on the right answers. You only get the right answers by working with a knowledgeable sign company. Flynn Signs has years of experience with signage. There are many sign companies that will sell you a sign without your best interest. We believe in building long-term business relationships and make it a point to help the customer.

Neon signs are time-consuming to create. The cost of custom made neon signs creates confusion for most business owners of retail stores. Most wonder why custom made neon signs are a little pricey. Even pre-made neon signs, like Budweiser and Coors beer neon signs, are expensive. The price for these type of signs have come down over the years only because of the quantity runs made at any one time. Quantity orders brings down price, that is basic business 101.

It takes a drawing, a pattern, and a neon-bender specialist to create a custom made neon sign. Custom made neon sign(-s) will take more time in labor costs and material costs. Mostly because of the design time involved. Fabrication of a custom layout is difficult and time consuming and will increase the time for installation. All of these factors makes custom neon signs difficult.

At Flynn Signs, we help our customers. We explain cost-savings for our customers. We believe, and have proven, customer satisfaction initiates repeat business.

New technologies have slowly taken their toll on most neon signs. Custom LED signs have slowly moved into the neon sign market, and in time, may very well replace neon signs altogether. A custom LED sign is an alternative to the energy-consuming neon sign. LED signs are more expensive, initially, but create savings on the back end with cost-effectiveness and maintenance cost reductions.

Flynn Signs will make you a custom property signs, custom engraved plaques and any type of customer made neon sign. We know signs.

Flynn Signs is a Southern California expert in signage.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA. 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com

Programmable LED Signs by Flynn Signs

Today, there is a way to do more with the sign for your business. With today’s technology, programmable LED signs can do many times more than a traditional sign. Not only will you display your name and advertise your business, you will be able to trade products and services, as well as sell ad space. Today, gas stations are using them. More and more LED signs are becoming commonplace in society. Schools, grocery stores, service stations all use digital signage. Custom LED signs will give you the freedom to display your company name and advertise within the reach of your computer keyboard. In the past, this technology was out of reach for most people. Today, a custom LED sign gives this privilege to every person. An LED sign is a worthwhile investment.

Flynn Signs has many choices in LED sign technology. Among the many types of electronic message centers (EMCs) here are a few of the more common types: outdoor LED sign, indoor LED sign, static electronic LED sign and programmable LED sign. You can also choose from an open LED sign or a closed LED sign. You can also create your own custom LED sign.

You have to ask yourself, “Is you business hard to find?” How often have you heard this statement from your customers, “I had a hard time finding this place.” One solution to this problem is a LED digital message center. A programmable digital message center (EMC) is a great business investment. LED signs are the future and today is the future.

An LED message center will get people’s attention. Even a static LED sign and a scrolling LED sign will do wonders. With the competition and continued advancement in technology, the price to LED signs continues to drop, making LED signs very affordable. Flynn Signs will help you with the best outdoor LED signs or electronic LED signs, and even a programmable LED sign.

Whatever business you are in, you need to get people’s attention. A good sign can increase sales over other normal business elements by as much as 25 percent. You can also make an added statement with a programmable LED sign with a constant changing message or a scrolling LED sign. You will be surprised with what you can accomplish with today’s LED signs. One of the best ways to add sales to your business is with an outdoor LED sign. Flynn Signs understands the various LED signs on the market and we will help your business accomplish its goals. Flynn Signs makes custom LED signs tailored to any business.

There are so many features available today with LED signs. All EMCs come with programmable LED signs.

Flynn Signs recommends a scrolling LED sign which will catch the eye of the public. LED signs are made in various sizes and different resolutions. All sign cabinet come standard manufacturer black.

LED signs may very well be what your business needs. LED signs might be the best choice for your business. If you are considering a new sign, LED signs should be considered. LED signs also enhance indoor retail displays. LED signs also come as open closed LED signs.

Ask Flynn Signs experts today. We are a Southern California authority on signage.

David A. Flynn, President
Flynn Signs & Graphics, Inc.
Long Beach, CA. 90804
www.FlynnSigns.com