The Story Behind The LED Install
SBI: This install at Redford Union High School in Wayne County, Michigan is really fantastic, how were you able to achieve all the layers of background lighting? Mike Stephens of Signarama Troy / Metro Detroit: The purple actually is a little more blue in person. The main circle elements were spaced off the ceiling by […]
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Getting to Know Sunsign
SBI: What was the driving factor behind creating Sunsign? It’s an impressive and cool green idea! Cliff Hoinowski, President/CEO of Sunsign: I actually came from the parking industry, where I built a company managing parking garages, valet operations and large-scale event logistics. Most of our activity happened at night—in areas with poor lighting and little […]
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Butler University Unveils New LED Video Systems at Historic Hinkle Fieldhouse
Butler University has unveiled exciting video experience upgrades at its historic Hinkle Fieldhouse, home to the Bulldogs’ basketball and volleyball programs. The men’s and women’s basketball teams open their 2025-26 season this week. The massive upgrades were designed to enhance the fan experience while respecting the long legacy of the venue, often referred to as […]
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Finding Your Niche Is Key
Over the last two years of running Make it Happen training events across the U.S. and Canada, it has been my privilege to meet unique owners and team members at many sign shops. Each quarter, I hope to showcase their story, infuse inspiration and a give huge THANK YOU to them for pulling back the […]
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Advocacy and Action
Advocacy in the sign and graphics world is more than policy debates or regulatory paperwork. Imagine a dynamic force that energizes every corner of our industry. At ISA, this means touching the entire signage ecosystem, including suppliers and distributors. Every win we achieve sends a ripple of opportunity through the supply chain. ISA works to […]
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Open Arms
After attending Sign Experience Canada (SAC) 2025 in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada at the Niagara Falls Marriott On The Falls in early October, I walked away impressed with the Canadian signage market’s welcoming attitude toward myself and Sign Builder Illustrated Director of Business Development David Harkey. It was rare to have a conversation that didn’t […]
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November 2025 Digital Edition
The November edition of Sign Builder Illustrated is now live! This issue is packed with information and advice pertaining to LED signage. With insights from industry leaders like Russell Toynes of Studio Dzo and Mike Stephens of Signarama Metro Detroit, you’re bound to walk away with valuable info. Read about Toynes’ outlook on the LED signage […]
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Thoughts From PRINTING United Expo 2025
Last week, I traveled down to Orlando, Florida for PRINTING United, another iteration of the famed trade show that focuses on the printing industry. I arrived on Monday evening in preparation for Media Day, which occurred on Tuesday, October 21. Media Day was filled with speakers breaking down the latest news from their various printing […]
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Behind The Signs: Fixing Sign Shop Mistakes Without Losing Clients
In this episode of Behind the Signs, hosts Joe and Elizabeth sit down with Leigh Termath, co-owner of VI Print Services in Nanaimo, BC, to talk about what every sign shop owner eventually faces — mistakes. Leigh shares how she and her husband turned a small mom-and-pop shop into a thriving business by focusing on […]
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Avery Dennison Launches Neo Matte Black Paint Protection Film
Avery Dennison® Graphics Solutions announced the release of Neo™ Matte Black Paint Protection Film (PPF), an exciting addition to its premium wet-apply color PPF line. This highly anticipated film joins the successful Neo™ Noir Gloss Black PPF to give installers and car enthusiasts the two most popular black aesthetics backed by superior protection. Neo Matte […]
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