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Sign Source Solution should be everyone’s first stop for custom parking signs or any metal signage that helps direct motorists safely and conveniently toward available parking. Just one sign can straighten things out and make clear some unspoken rules. If you’re a business owner with a congested parking lot, good signs are essential, otherwise people will just park anywhere they like, blocking delivery trucks and making it harder for people with mobility challenges. Creating high-quality, durable signage in Vaughan & Concord, ON is what Sign Source Solution does every single day. This is especially true for parking signs which need to be highly legible and very visible, and if they’re placed outside, they need to be well-mounted to withstand inclement weather. Parking signs are important for wayfinding and can have brand elements including phone numbers, web addresses, QR codes, and corporate logos. Parking guide-signs help people locate available parking, bicycle parking, temporary parking, and handicapped parking, Business owners can post the allotted times and hours of enforcement, and other special rules concerning snow removal or fire access routes.

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    Custom Parking Signs in Vaughan

    Sign Source Solution has options for all parking signs in all manner of places for all different reasons. Signs can be mounted on brick walls or concrete, stuck on poles in the ground, on asphalt, or cement sidewalks or even placed on grassy lawns.

    Make and Install Legally Binding Handicapped Parking Signs

    Toronto’s municipal by-laws require private businesses to reserve a percentage of their available parking for less-advantaged consumers who require more access. Ontario Regulation 191/11 (Integrated Accessibility Standards) made under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 requires this outlay as well as an accessible parking permit sign. To be legally binding, the sign shall,

    (a) be not less than forty-five centimetres in height and not less than thirty centimetres in width and bear the markings and have the dimensions as described and illustrated in the following Figure:

    Install Legally Binding Handicapped Parking Signs

    At the top of the sign, a large letter “P” inside a “no” symbol appears.  Below this, the International Symbol of Access appears.  This symbol consists of a square containing figure in a wheelchair.  Below this, at the bottom of the sign, the phrase “BY PERMIT ONLY” appears. This sign is 30 x 45 cm in size.

    International Symbol of Access

    The ISA – International Symbol of Access was designed by Danish design student Susanne Koefoed in 1968 for a radical design conference mounted by the Scandinavian Students Organization. It caught on quickly because it’s simple and clever and instantly communicates its meaning.

    Six Specific uses for the ISA Graphic in Canada:

    1. Marking a parking space reserved for vehicles used by people with disabilities/blue badge holders.
    2. Marking a vehicle used by a person with a disability, often for permission to use a space.
    3. Marking a public lavatory with facilities designed for wheelchair users.
    4. Indicating a button to activate an automatic door.
    5. Indicating an accessible transit station or vehicle.
    6. Indicating a transit route that uses accessible vehicles.

    We Can Print Any Road Sign on Aluminum Blanks

    Our custom parking signs are printed on 12" inch and 24"inch aluminum blanks which are industry standard with square or rounded corners. The inks we use are UV-stable. Aluminum Composite Options
    • White Aluminum Composite - Simple yet elegant, this material has a semi-gloss finish that highlights text graphics such as the company name or slogan. This material is also rust-resistant, which makes it suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
    • White Reflective Aluminum Composite – Reflects light thanks to its shiny surface. If you need complete visibility at any time of the day, this is the material to choose.
    • Brushed Aluminum Composite – Signs with this kind of material are made from a UV-printed 3mm brushed aluminum e-panel. Each panel features two aluminum sheets with a reinforced polyethylene core.
    Solid Aluminum Options
    • Solid aluminum offers the same benefits as composite panels and is more durable. It’s also rustproof and will last at least five years, even in the harshest conditions.
    • Reflective Aluminum is recommended for roadside warning signs. It’s strong and durable enough to withstand the elements and can be seen at great distances.

    Things to Consider When Ordering Custom Parking Signs Vaughan, ON

    1. Design: Ensure that print design is easy to read and complies with local regulations if applicable. The design should be simple with high contrast colors for readability. Standard parking signage often uses white text on a blue or green background, or black text on a white background.
    2. Material Selection: Sign Source Solution uses high-quality aluminum sheets that are weather-resistant and sturdy. Aluminum with .040" or .080" thickness are standard for most exterior signs. The latter is more durable and is recommended for signs larger than 2'x2'.
    3. Printing Process: The most used methods for printing on aluminum are UV-cured flatbed printing, dye sublimation, and screen printing. UV printing is a popular choice as it allows for direct printing on the substrate, is quick, and can produce detailed, vibrant results that are resistant to fading.
    4. Inks: Sign Source Solution uses UV-resistant, weather-resistant, and fade-resistant inks to ensure the longevity of your signage.
    5. Protective Coating: After printing, it's best to add a protective layer or clear coat to lengthen the lifespan of the print. This coating will provide additional resistance against weather conditions and UV rays.
    6. Installation Considerations: Consider how the signage will be mounted or installed. You may need to pre-drill holes in the wall, or an aluminum sheet, or depending on the weight, installers might have to use adhesive. Sign Source Solution are expert sign installers.
    7. Maintenance: The signage should be easily cleanable and resistant to graffiti. Use anti-graffiti coatings to ensure easy cleaning if graffiti does occur.
    8. Safety and Compliance: Ensure that all signage is compliant with AODA accessibility standards, or the local and national regulations where you reside.
    Remember that each step in this process contributes to the final quality of your parking signs. Quality materials, the right printing method, and professional design will ensure that your signs last as long as possible and provide clear guidance to drivers for years to come.

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