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Designing Effective Wayfinding

October 10, 2014August 16, 2016 by Tori Traut

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A wayfinding program can be a large and challenging process for sign shops to accomplish. Howard Industries' very own Bill Freeman, Vice President of Architectural Sales, tackled this exact topic in the current October issue of Sign Builder Illustrated. The full article publishes multiple tricks of the trade on effectively integrating…

Signs Carrying a Strong Message

September 12, 2014August 16, 2016 by Tori Traut

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The Erie 9/11 Memorial Committee held an Honor and Remembrance Ceremony, unveiling the Erie 9/11 Memorial. Here at Howard Industries we are very proud to have our signs be a part of this memorial. Be sure to stop by and visit the memorial next time you go to downtown Erie;…

Wayfinding for Those Finding their Way

August 22, 2014August 16, 2016 by Tori Traut

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Here is a piece that was written by renowned magazine Signs of the Times concerning an effort with sign company Barlo Signs. Together we were able to enhance the campus of their local Eagle Hill School. The article will briefly tell you more about how Dennis of Barlo Signs, together…

Howard Industries Brings to You the NEW SLMPRO1

August 14, 2014August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

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A NEW unique cabinet-style frame, with no visible retainers and no exposed fasteners leaves a frameless appearance. Once assembled, the frame can slide in to a slotted 2-1/4” square post which carries the frame flush. Our SLMPRO1 allows for various custom tops: a slant, wave, and an indented peak. Numerous mounting…

On-Premise Signs Have a Positive Effect on Business

July 2, 2014August 16, 2016 by Tori Traut

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A well-constructed, attractive, eye-catching, and informative sign can by far be a business's most valued "employee"; one that works 24 hours per day, 7 days a week with minimal maintenance required. High quality signage truly promotes a positive image for any business, in addition to reinforcing brand recognition. The following…

Made in AmERIca, Made RIGHT Here

June 17, 2014August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

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At Howard Industries, our products are made right here and sold nationally. Due to that, we were recently featured on local television stations, Jet 24 and Fox 66, as well as YourErie.com. As a wholesale manufacture, it is important to us to provide the highest quality products and service to all…

Finding Your Way

May 9, 2014August 16, 2016 by Tori Traut

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The needs of a modular sign system are often overlooked. A business is continuously growing and changing; our HID Interior Sign System compensates and welcomes changes. A modular sign, interior or exterior, that is easily changed saves you time and money. Please watch the video to see how our HID Interior System…

Made in the USA

March 14, 2014August 16, 2016 by Tori Traut

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In our 86th year of business, Howard Industries products are 100% American made. We are proud to be the industry leader in both custom and modular architectural signage systems. Since 1928 we have diversified ourselves by creating several signage product lines, beginning with hand painted signs, transitioning to neon during the…

Change Has Never Been So Easy

March 10, 2014August 16, 2016 by Tori Traut

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Anything is liable to change. In our experience, the modularity and changeability of signage can save a company time and money. Our E-Z Change Wordbars allow for multiple listings to be organized as individual stacking units that can be easily removed or replaced in the future. Update your facility in…

Not All Signs Are Created Equal

September 30, 2013August 16, 2016 by Tori Traut

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Here at Howard Industries we manufacture architectural interior and exterior signage systems using our durable aluminum extrusions. Some benefits of an aluminum sign are highlighted below: Lightweight: Aluminum is roughly one third the weight of steel, copper, or brass, making aluminum signs easier to construct, handle, and install. An additional…

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