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Suntec Industries
3220 Quebec Street
Dallas, TX 75247
Phone: (214)630-1116
Toll Free: 1-(800)888-0066
Fax: (214)630-2719
sales@suntecindustries.com
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Blackout Paint |
A specially formulated paint used to block light seepage on the connections between letters or other design elements on a sign. |
| Box Sign | |
| Branding |
Intangible value of a design or phrase identifying a product or service. Branding is accomplished by a building's architecture coupled with the design and presentation of the signs and awnings used. Examples: Backrite, Pickles & Ice Cream, Toys Unique, Flamingo Bowl |
| Cabinet Sign |
See Box Sign |
| Channel Letters |
Channel Letters are individual 3-dimensional letters which are mounted on the fascia of a building or on a backplate. They are typically manufactured from aluminum or steel and often have internal lighting with a translucent front panel. A popular variation uses a transparent rear panel to create a halo effect. See Halo Illuminated Channel Letters Portofolio: Channel Letter Signs |
| Halo Illuminated Channel Letters |
An illuminated channel letter in which the front and sides of the letter are opaque and the back is transparent, translucent, or open. The illumination is directed against the mounting surface creating a halo effect around the letter. Sometimes called a "silhouette illuminated", "reverse illuminated", or "reverse halo" channel letter. Examples:Pickles and Ice Cream, Toscana |
| Reverse Channel Letters | |
| Silhouette Illuminated Channel Letters | |
| Substrate |
The material of which a sign or awning is composed and which has specific qualities such as rigidity, durability, translucence, or inking capacity. |