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Six Tips for Superior Stop Signs |
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Brighter is Better
Stop signs need to be seen, before they are obeyed. Brighter signs are seen from further away and are proven to prevent accidents. |
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Comply with MUTCD
The MUTCD now covers signs on private property – as long as it is accessible to the public. This means that the old steel signs are no longer allowed – signs need to be reflective. |
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How to Mount Your Signs
Don't let your fasteners or sign post be the weak link. Learn about the breakaway posts and hints on how to install a sign. |
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Highlight with a Post Blazer
With more and more clutter in the landscape and the need to draw special attention to dangerous intersections, it is easy to see why Diamond Grade sign blazers are increasingly used. |
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Warn with Stop Sign Ahead
Learn when you need to add a supplemental sign or a stop ahead sign. Don't let the intersection 'sneak' up on the driver. |
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Durability Matters
Learn what the thoughtful sign buyers have always known. Life cycle studies all show that more durable signs, even when they are more costly, have a much better payback. And, that is before you account for fewer accidents that typically result from better stop signs or parking signs. |
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Installation Tips and Sign FAQ |
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Don't let your fasteners or sign post be the weak link. Learn about the breakaway posts and hints on how to install a sign. |
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Cars vs SUV's - Stop Sign Visibility |
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As cars and SUV's become higher, signs need to be brighter at a greater angle. Learn how the "observation angle" of a sign has such an enormous impact on reflective sign values. |
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Fact or Fiction ... a Yellow Stop Sign? |
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You may not remember this. You can ask your grandfather, or read this essay about the old color schemes use for stop signs. |
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History of the Stop Sign |
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When was the first stop sign? What do stop signs look like when you travel to Asia or Africa? The lowly stop sign has quite a history and, in the age of globalization, has become one of the world's most common symbols. |
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Science of Reflectivity |
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Learn about the physics of Retroreflectivity. Why are signs bright at night? |
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Why a Secure Parking Lot is Important |
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Security Signs for parking lots can make a difference. |
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Also See: |
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Stop Sign and Parking Sign Material Specifications |
