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This week's headlines for companies in the sign, graphics and visual communications industry

February 21, 2019 // View in your browser

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WHAT'S HOT

"The apple—the center of the sign—is the biggest part, 12 feet by 12 feet."

Iconic "Welcome to New York" sign at LaGuardia Airport gets a makeover.

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Photo Source: NBC New York

TOP NEWS HEADLINES

ChicagoSignThe race to be Chicago's next mayor is on, and the city's controversial sign code is right in the middle of the campaign.

APTech and Xplor attendees unite for a panel discussion at XPLOR19, co-located at ISA International Sign Expo®.

ADAGet in compliance with ADA standards through a session on "Accessibility & the ADA" by Bob Greenberger with Nova Polymers at ISA Sign Expo on April 24.

Chicago CTA tests new digital displays inside buses that provide real-time info about stops and transfers.

digital printPrint your way into new revenue opportunities with the Print Boot Camp pre-conference workshop at ISA Sign Expo on April 23.

Pittsburgh Symphony wants to replace six Heinz Hall posters with changeable electronic signs.


SIGNS OF SUCCESS

Watchfire_logo_NEWWatchfire Signs names Kim Weninger as chief operating officer and Kyle Dines is promoted to vice president of sports and indoor.

Print manufacturer Koenig & Bauer launches an apprenticeship program to draw technical talent into the print industry.

XPLOR19_EPSXplor International announces the 2019 winners of its Technology and Application awards. The awards will be presented at XPLOR19.

SignDawgsTV, a new YouTube reality series, takes viewers through the process of designing, purchasing, building and installing a sign.

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SIGN CODES & REGULATIONS

durango2New sign code changes temporary signage regulations to become Reed compliant, but keeps a ban on sandwich boards.

Businesses rush to get permits for LED signs, leading city council to place a moratorium on any new permits for LED signs before an April vote on the sign code.

ftworthDigital signs proposed primarily to promote city events and direct traffic receive criticism.

Sign code changes for Reed compliance make this local code more business-friendly.


FEATURED JOBS

Sales Account Representative | Que Media Inc: Corona, CA

Vehicle Wrap and Sign Designer - Project Manager | Port City Signs & Graphics Inc: Wilmington, NC

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Customer Service Representative | Mega Prints, Inc: Fresno, California


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