Sometimes a sign can deliver a message w

Sometimes a sign can deliver a message without using words, as is the case with the pawnbroker sign. The universal sign for a pawnbroker is three golden spheres suspended from a bar. It is said the sign originates from the crest of the Medicis, a 15th century Italian family known for banking and lending. Other lenders, wanting to cash in on the Medicis’
success, adopted similar crests and the three orbs became the symbol of the entire pawnbroking profession. http://ow.ly/8gF25

The answer to last week’s question is: A

The answer to last week’s question is: A raised pictogram representing the text on the sign, raised text and the Braille equivalent. How did you do? If you have questions about making your business’ signage ADA-compliant, let us know. http://ow.ly/8gEAB

Celebrate International Printing Week wi

Celebrate International Printing Week with us. Need business cards, fliers, menus or door hangers?
FASTSIGNS® does it all, plus much more. Click here to see what else we can do: http://bit.ly/tKMmYH.

Did you know not having a simple EXIT si

Did you know not having a simple EXIT sign in braille could fail your inspection? Don’t be without one. Make sure your signage meets code so you pass inspection on any building projects. Ask us about the details

In honor of National Braille Literacy Mo

In honor of National Braille Literacy Month, see if you can answer our trivia question: Name three things that all ADA-compliant restroom signs have. Leave your answers below. We’ll post the answer next week. http://ow.ly/i/oXla

If you manage property that is open to p

If you manage property that is open to public travel, be aware that regulations for traffic signs are changing. Visit the FASTSIGNS® website to learn more: http://bit.ly/sAqF80, or contact us with any questions you have. Our team of experts knows what you need to do to be compliant.

Happy New Year! Do you have any resoluti

Happy New Year! Do you have any resolutions for your business? Leave a comment and let us know how you’re planning to make your business the best it can be in 2012.

Planning a tradeshow in 2012? Be sure to

Planning a tradeshow in 2012? Be sure to check out the FASTSIGNS® web site for event planning tips and tricks. We have several whitepapers available at
http://bit.ly/pmPThm.

Happy Friday! Here’s something fun to ge

Happy Friday! Here’s something fun to get you ready for the weekend: In the comments, name your favorite song that uses the word ‘sign’ in its lyrics. How creative can you get?

You know the famous McDonald’s Golden Ar

You know the famous McDonald’s Golden Arches, but do you know how they came to be? They started out in 1953 as two architectural arches used in the design of a Phoenix, AZ McDonald’s building. It wasn’t until 1962, however, that the arches made it into the logo and onto their first sign.