Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Are you Protected?

We just finished installing a wall sign at Protectus Security on Akard Street in downtown Dallas. These folks have an amazing facility both productive and aesthetic in design. This wall sign was custom cut from brushed aluminum with a 3/16' black acrylic backing and when we say custom cut we mean that their logo is exactly and faithfully reproduced. A companies name is, after all, the main symbol of it's identity. This wall sign is positioned at the main reception desk strategically placed at eye level while standing and high enough over the receptionists head for great visibility. The customer will be adding halogen track lighting to bring further attention to their trademark.

Having said that, we had a video surveillance system installed at Infinity Signs by Protectus Security complete with infrared cameras and a DVR.  But the coolest thing is our ability to monitor our facility from any Internet enabled PC, even cooler we can monitor our shop from our smart phones.  And the infrared feature allows monitoring with a great picture even in total darkness.  "This system gives us great peace of mind" says Alisa, co-owner of Infinity Signs.

When you have a chance checkout Protectus and their complete line of security products and services at http://www.protectussecurity.com/  For great signage at great prices contact Allan at allan@infinitysigns.biz or call 972 896-7316.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Is this is a cool Stang or what?

This is a 2005 Mustang in really great shape. The owner is a college student majoring in business and this young man takes a great deal of pride in his ride. It is easy to imagine him hand waxing this beauty. It is always great to get a good referral with  this client being recommended to us by the "Dallas Mustang Club".   Double stripes running the length of the vehicle is a Mustang tradition that goes back many years and we are proud to continue this tradition.   On this vehicle we installed a Ford RTA (ready to apply) kit. While it can be a DIY project the results of a professional install is most often worth the price.

At Infinity Signs we can install your RTA kit or computer design one for you.  Our designer, Monte, is a true master and an expert in digitizing custom patterns.  Have an unsuall request or picture of an older Mustang with stripes and want to duplicate it on your new or newer vehicle? Other special requests? Let Infinity Signs handle the project to your exacting specifications...


Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Digital Signage My Way...

This overlay helps the client visualize the end result
DIGITAL SIGNAGE

The LED Digital Reader Board marries existing on-premise signage with an “Electronic Message Center” to provide precise audience targeting and business recognition. The regular on-premise sign says “WHO” and the Digital Reader Board says “What”.

Why use digital signage?

• Digital signage is dynamic, possessing the ability to change the message instantly – Vehicle Safety Inspections now due or breakfast special in the morning followed by lunch then dinner
• Digital signage can bring about quick and measurable data – if a message produces little or no affect change the message
• A Digital Reader Board can become a landmark in the community with people looking to the sign on a regular basis for local information – High School Football scores, Welcome and Congratulation messages, urgent public announcements, time and temp
• Your message will never be out-dated, irrelevant or old and faded
• Your Digital Reader Board works 24 hours per day, never needs a raise, a day-off or a vacation
• The advertising speaks directly to potential customers
• The Digital Reader Board creates “Brand Recognition” for your physical location
• Compared to other forms of media (print, radio, television) your reader board is a one time expense that you own and can be used for many years. The cost per impression is very competitive:

o Newspaper - $7.39 for 1,000 exposures with-in a 10 mile radius
o Television - $6.26 for 1,000 exposures
o Digital Reader Board – about $0.45 per 1,000 exposures over 10 years assuming an equipment cost of $30,000 with electricity at .07 KWH and a daily traffic count of 20,000 vehicles


• According to the U.S. Small Business Administration on-premise digital reader boards increase sales from on average 25% to 125%


What equipment should I use?

• There are many choices of manufacturers in the Digital Reader Board business with a large spread in price and quality
• The market has been saturated with poorly made foreign equipment (bin 3 and 4) with many businesses choosing price over quality
• The foreign board manufactures often leave the end user handling the logistics of permitting, structural analysis and certification, electrical needs as well as installation
• Infinity Signs is a Authorized dealer for DCI, a 38 year old company located in Rowlett, Texas

o DCI, Inc. is a U.S. based company that produces Digital Reader Boards in the U.S.
o DCI equipment uses proprietary diodes with a pixel brightness of 16,200 NITS
o The CineVision line produces 1.15 Quintillion Color Shades
o DCI does not use virtual resolutions, all stated resolutions are real
o 160 dg viewing angle, Text, Time and Temp
o Power supplies are over built heavy duty units
o Custom configured laptop or desktop PC
o Desktop control software
o Wireless and Internet control options
o Animation Library
o Free custom graphics (5)
o Installation overseen by an on-site factory representative
o Two days of on-site training
o Five Year parts and labor warranty

Who does the install?


• Infinity Signs provides a turn-key solution handling all of the following details:


o Review of all state and local ordinances related to the project including permitting fees
and communicate with property management if applicable
o If needed a structural analysis and certification
o Complete site survey for retrofit or new installation including all physical measurements
o Analysis related to highway, street and pedestrian visibility to determine the correct size and type of sign for optimum effectiveness
o Review required electrical needs for the sign and develop a plan for getting the power to the sign. Infinity has a Master Sign Electrician on staff.
o Determine hardware and equipment (cranes, lifts and etc.) needed to install the sign.
o Develop a time line with a target date for installation
o Consult with the customer on their five free graphics designs and submit to DCI for production
o Order the panels from DCI, Inc.
o Assure all needed supplies, hardware, paint, tools and etc are in-stock or ordered
o Receive and transport the panels to the install site
o Supervise the actual install co-coordinating with the DCI Rep for turn on
o Work with the DCI Rep on training the customer in the use of the desktop software

 
For a free consult e-mail me at allan@infinitysigns.biz

Monday, December 6, 2010

Are you old, tired, and fadeing away?


Old and Faded, Tired

Progress being made
Newly renovated

An old faded sign gives a poor 1st impression and sends out a negative message, of an old tired business. Often times an old sign can be refurbished to make it look like new again.  A fresh sign with bold colors will attract attention and send a positive message that will bring in the business.  Infinity Signs can handle your project from start to finish...