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Pinnacle Custom Signs@PinnacleCstmSgnPulse Score33
Pinnacle Custom Signs@PinnacleCstmSgnPulse Score1818
Craftsmen Industries, Inc.@craftsmenindustPulse Score88
Sign Fab, Inc.@SignFabIncPulse Score1010
Pinnacle Custom Signs@PinnacleCstmSgnPulse Score1818
Ultraflex Systems (SEG & Print Media)Pulse Score5858 UltraFlex Publishes Blockout Banner Specification Guide for Three Constructions
UltraFlex Systems released a specification guide detailing three blockout banner constructions: black-back, greyback, and double-sided builds, across 23 products from 7 oz to 20 oz. The guide advises selecting construction by number of printed faces and viewing distance, noting that full opacity starts at 7 oz while weight determines structural performance. It also flags that 6 of 23 products lack Latex compatibility and that flame listings vary, with only UltraBlockout Banner Pro grades carrying five certifications.
ISA - International Sign AssociationPulse Score3838 Sign MFG Day 2026 Draws Nearly 50 North American Sign Companies and One South African Firm to Host Students
Nearly 50 companies across North America and one in South Africa will open their shops to high school, technical and community college students for Sign MFG Day 2026 on Friday, Oct. 2. Created by the International Sign Association with the National Association of Manufacturers, the event has led to job shadowing, internship programs and full-time hires, and connects sign companies with local educators for ongoing job placement. ISA President and CEO Lori Anderson said the 2026 event is expected to build on past success as older workers retire.
ISA - International Sign AssociationPulse Score3838 ISA Converge Connects National Sign and Graphics Companies with Suppliers in Nashville, Oct. 28–30
ISA Converge will bring purchasing decision-makers from national sign and graphics companies together with suppliers and distributors on Oct. 28–30 at Virgin Hotels Nashville. The limited-attendance event uses small group supplier showcases, followed by buyer-selected follow-up meetings based on sourcing priorities. Participation is restricted to eligible ISA National Sign and Graphics Company and Supplier/Distributor members.
ISA - International Sign AssociationPulse Score2828 ISA BuildU Workshop at American Sign Museum Teaches Full Sign-Building Process
ISA BuildU, presented by Yorston & Associates, brings its one-day hands-on sign-building workshop to Cincinnati's American Sign Museum on October 6. The expert-led program covers the entire sign process—concept, material selection, fabrication, installation, and project management—combining classroom sessions with interactive build stations. It targets fabricators, project managers, owners, designers, and sales professionals; registration is open, with BuildU Dallas planned for December.
Jonathan | Fabworks 🏭@jonathan_sessaPulse Score55
ISA - International Sign AssociationPulse Score1212 ISA Launches Content Collective for Sign and Graphics Industry Member Insights
ISA has launched the Content Collective, a group of ISA members who regularly contribute real-world experiences, practical advice and business insights on topics affecting the sign, graphics, print, wrap and visual communications industry. A few times each year, ISA sends contributors a short set of questions, and members choose which to answer with brief responses that ISA compiles into articles, newsletters and other content. Participants must be employed by an ISA member company or an affiliated association.
ISA - International Sign AssociationPulse Score1818 ISA Highlights August Affiliate Events Including Tri-State Sign Association 2026 Sign Expo and Northeast States Sign Association Table Top Event
The International Sign Association is directing sign and graphics professionals to August affiliate events, including the Tri-State Sign Association 2026 Sign Expo on Aug. 4-6 and the Northeast States Sign Association Table Top Event on Aug. 12. Sign Association of Canada regional golf tournaments run throughout August, and the ISA Events Calendar lists the full schedule of affiliate meetings, trade shows, and educational sessions.
ISA - International Sign AssociationPulse Score1212 ISA Selects 35 Participants for 2026-2027 Elite Class, Opens Sponsorship for First Time
ISA selected 35 participants from more than 90 applicants for its 2026-2027 ISA Elite class, which recognizes young leaders in the sign and graphics industry. The class will meet in person for the first time in October at ISA headquarters and reconvene at ISA International Sign Expo 2027 in Las Vegas in March. ISA is also opening sponsorship opportunities for the first time to support continued growth of the program.
ISA - International Sign AssociationPulse Score1818 ISA Sign MFG Day Toolkit Urges Sign Companies to Plan School Outreach Early for October 2 Events
ISA is calling on sign and graphics companies to use its Sign MFG Day toolkit to bring students into their facilities and build a future workforce pipeline. The toolkit provides step-by-step planning guidance, school and official outreach templates, ready-to-use infographics and promotional materials, and a full timeline checklist. Companies can host on the official October 2 date or schedule events when it works best and use the toolkit year-round.
George & Willy Sign BlogPulse Score1818 George & Willy Guide Highlights Six Retail Display Strategies to Lift In-Store Sales
George & Willy's retail display guide outlines six merchandising strategies aimed at lifting in-store sales, citing that over 70% of purchasing decisions occur inside the store. The guide reports that special display boxes raised sales by 80% to 478%, cross merchandising drove up to 30% revenue growth, and digital displays increased foot traffic by about 17% and sales by 30% on average. It also states that products at eye level see a 35% higher selection rate than those on lower shelves.
George & Willy Sign BlogPulse Score1818 George & Willy Guide Sets IP65, 2,500-Nit Brightness and Thermal Management Specs for Outdoor Electronic Message Signs
George & Willy's 2026 guide specifies that outdoor electronic message signs require an IP65 or higher ingress protection rating to seal against dust and direct water jets. It recommends a minimum of 1,500 nits for shaded or semi-outdoor areas and 2,500 nits or more for direct sunlight, with active cooling, integrated heaters and filtered ventilation to manage heat, condensation and freezing.
George & Willy Sign BlogPulse Score1515 Online Signage Creator Guide: Canva, Adobe Express, Snappa and Vistaprint Compared for DIY Sign Design and Print
This 2026 guide compares online signage creators Canva, Adobe Express, Snappa and Vistaprint for designing and printing business signs without professional design software.



