How to Apply Vinyl Graphics
This article is dedicated to the different application methods used for applying/installing self adhesive vinyl signs and window graphics. Many of our safety signs come with a self adhesive vinyl option making them very versatile and easy to install. We also offer a range of frosted vinyl window graphics in both standard and custom-made designs. […]
read more...Your Signs Catalogue
We have been working hard to bring you the widest range of high quality signage products in 2012. The Catalogue has over 30,000 standard signs for you to choose from and a custom section that aims to provide inspiration for choosing signs from proven designs created for others and steer you to design your own should […]
read more...Safety Signs Audit For The New Year
While safety signs may not have been at the top of your Christmas list, this time of year is the perfect time to carry out a signage audit of your premises. The beginning of year is always associated with fresh starts, out with the old and in with the new. We often get renewed energy […]
read more...Why Use LED Signs?
Since our announcement that Stocksigns had acquired Messagemaker Display we have been asked by many of our customers why they should use LED signs. With that in mind we have put together a few of the benefits of using LED Signage. Long Life Signs – Only high quality LED’s are used from reputable manufacturers who offer products with a […]
read more...LED Display vs LCD
“As technology moves ever forward it has become increasingly more confusing as LCD displays are using LED for back-lighting and are being termed LED displays, they are not, they are simply LCD displays with LED-backlighting” emphasises Harry Filer, managing director of Messagemaker Displays, which manufactures a range of full colour and variable LED signage displays. […]
read more...Safety Signs – RoSPA’s Business case for Safety
Roger Bibbings, RoSPA’s Occupational Safety Adviser talks about how, during these times of austerity, now is not the time to cut back, but instead invest in health and safety. Safety Signs can be a key part of this. Safety signs are a cost effective way of enhance your safety policy. They can be used to […]
read more...Where to use Emergency Exit Signs
We are often asked by our customers which fire exit sign they should use where and with which arrow? This simple guide will help you to select the right signs for your premises and keeping within current legislation. The directional arrows are designed to give visual instructions of the safest route to take in the […]
read more...Traffic Signs – Protecting Children
Stocksigns has long been famous for manufacturing good quality traffic signs, and boasts an extensive range. The importance of traffic warning signs is evident from their common place use but here is what RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) says about Traffic Signs and their use for protecting children. RoSPA’s Traffic Signs Guide […]
read more...vehicle safety checks
Most of us who are eligible to have a driving licence, do have a current license, and most us drive on a daily basis but how many of us actually know what necessary safety checks have to be carried out on your vehicle, let alone carry them out regularly. Our Safety Partner RoSPA (Royal Society for […]
read more...A Surplus of Signs or a Safety Necessity? Safety Signs Clutter Debate
There has been much talk recently about signs pollution, the proliferation of signs all over our town and countryside, from high street to motorway, from factory to farm. Which not only can blight our landscape or built environment, but also cause confusion by virtue of the sign’s own cluttering promiscuity. Does this apply to health […]
read more...How safe is your school? – School Safety Signs
No-one wants to go overboard about safety in schools, any more than they do about every day living elsewhere. And, of course, schools take the matter of safety for everybody involved – not only pupils, but also staff and visitors, who are equally important – very seriously. However, it is worth reviewing not just the […]
read more...Fire Exit Signs and Emergency Escape Signs
Just because there is statutory requirement for all non-domestic premises to have the right fire safety signage, there is no reason that fire exit signs cannot be used imaginatively to fit in with your building design and decoration. Here are some examples of the different ways that a compliant fire sign can be used. 1. […]
read more...Signs for the DDA – Accessible Signage Guidelines UK
Making Provision for the Disabled – It’s not just about the law or wheelchairs. Since the introduction of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) all service providers, whatever their size have had to make reasonable adjustments to the physical features of their premises to overcome any physical barriers to access. One key element – and […]
read more...Engraved Tags – How to use Engraved Tags?
When should Engraved Tags be used? In addition to the commonly used situations engraved tags can be used in a number of areas where conventional labelling systems may not be appropriate such as: If the surface area isn’t suitable for good or strong adhesion with labels. If the Surface area is too small and cannot accommodate […]
read more...NEW Quick Response Code For Stocksigns
Use your smart phone to read the above code to get up to date information from the Stocksigns main website
read more...Braille Signs – Tactual from Stocksigns
At the end of March 2006 there were 364,615 people in the UK who were registered as severely sight impaired (blind) or sight impaired (partially sighted) – RNIB. The Tactual Braille signs range from Stocksigns is the innovative and visually superior tactile signage system. Braille signs are capable of conveying fast, effective information to assist […]
read more...Smartsign – temperature sensitive smart signs
Help protect your staff or family with the Stocksigns Smartsign™ The award winning Smartsign is designed for use on surfaces changing from cold to hot, immediately warning people of a dangerous hazard and helping reduce accidental burn injuries. – Displays the word ‘HOT’ when the surface temperature reaches 50°C / 122°F – Designed to “BS […]
read more...Memorial Plaques – a guide to creating remembrance plaques and nameplates
Stocksigns can manufacturer a wide range of commemorative and memorial plaques and nameplates including engraved plaques, etched plaques, vitreous enamel, screen printed plaques, cast aluminium, slate and other natural materials. So whether you are looking for a professional nameplate or heritage sign we can guide you through the choice of materials and manufacturing techniques to make […]
read more...Beach Safety Signs- Phew what a scorcher!
Beach Safety – RNLI Beach Safety Signs The hottest April on record certainly drew us all to the sea – or so it seemed judging by the traffic jams over the Easter weekend. With this earlier than usual start to the “beach Season” its worth reminding ourselves that the seaside can be a dangerous environment if […]
read more...Bike Safety – a simple common sense guide to cycle safety signs.
Bike safety- a common sense guide to cycle safety signs. As the days lengthen and the temperature rises, so does enthusiasm for taking the bicycle out of shed
read more...Viewing Distances For Safety Signs – a Simple Guide
The optimum viewing distances for safety signs depends largely on the size of font used, the position and to some degree the font style and colours used.
read more...School Signs Competition
Give your pupils the chance to WIN a FREE school sign. Stocksigns is inviting all young artists to design their own school signs. Children are being asked to create designs for their own School Welcome Signs. The winning design will be manufactured for free at the Stocksigns factory.
read more...The Different Types of Hazard Safety Signs & Their Meanings
Hazard safety signs play an essential role in the management of your safety, warning your staff and visitors of any potential dangers on the premises. Hazard signs have a yellow triangle with a black pictogram or symbol on a yellow background with a black border. The yellow part has to be at least 50% of the […]
read more...How Environmental Factors Can Effect the Life of Your Signs
The environment plays a large part in the impact that a sign will have. The longevity of a sign is affected by many factors. These include: The amount of exposure to the sun The range of temperatures where the sign will be located The surface colour of the sign, red fades the most. The environment […]
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