Guide to Modular Signage
What do you think of when you hear the term modular signage? Some keywords that should come to mind are versatility, customization, cost-benefit and ease of updates.
A modular signage system is perfect for any project scale – from a single sign type to a comprehensive identity or wayfinding program. For interior signage, a well-designed modular system is always a good decision.
Perfect for those seeking secure yet interchangeable signage, ASI’s diverse range of modular products are customizable, with a long list of finishes and special features. ASI’s standard offering includes both curved and flat options, including grid-based designs.
Signage is designed to deliver maximum value across multiple factors. Below are some of the top benefits of modular signage systems:
1. Style
Customizable, interchangeable components render modular signage a stylish solution that enhances the décor of built environments and have the capacity to grow with the facility over time. Modular signage solutions can be customized with ease, resulting in eye-catching systems.
2. Wayfinding
The flexibility of modular signage solutions is a good fit for wayfinding – especially in spaces that tend to evolve over time. A consistent system of color-coding in modular signage provides additional visual cues to assist in wayfinding. For environments that experience frequent wayfinding updates, modular signage can prove cost-effective and easy to manage.
3. Value Engineering
Modular signage is durable and interchangeable, ensuring that the signage can be easily updated or repaired. Since modular signage can be easily and cost-effectively updated instead of replaced, it represents long-term cost-savings for clients seeking more economical signage options. The ability to add custom elements allows for very creative solutions.
4. Sustainability
Since modular signage is comprised of interchangeable components, it has a high sustainability and longevity quotient, resulting in less waste. The components can also be easily disassembled and sorted into appropriate recycling processes at end-of-life.
5. ADA Compliance
Modular signage is designed to be fully ADA compliant. You can find more specific information on ADA applications in the product profiles below or by downloading product profiles and specifications for the various signage systems.
ASI’s modular signage systems offer flexible solutions that allow clients greater freedom of creative expression while leveraging the security of signage systems with warranty guarantees that have been utilized for decades across a myriad of industries.
Below are some of ASI’s top modular, interior signage systems:
Puzzle™ - Lockable Insert System
Puzzle™ – Lockable Insert System
ASI’s Puzzle™ modular signage system incorporates the only truly lockable paper insert sign which requires no keys or hardware for locking or opening. Puzzle™ is a complete sign family featuring wall and door-mounted solutions, suspended signs, projecting signs and monoliths. It is available with a variety of finish applications.
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- Finishes: Metallic foil finishes, natural foil finishes such as wood and concrete, pastel shades, and frosted acrylic finishes – or customize your finish with unique, digitally printed graphics.
- ADA Compliance: Raised letters and Grade II Raster™ Braille or Grade II Braille and raised graphics and images using photopolymer or 3D raised graphics and Braille.
- Modular Components: Changeable Inserts
- Special: Unique Locking Mechanism
- Sign Types: Room ID, Door Signs, Projecting and Suspended Signs, Freestanding Monolith
- Warranty: 5 Years
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Jigsaw™ - Secure Insert System
Jigsaw™ – Secure Insert System
ASI’s Jigsaw™ modular signage system is a flat-faced solution with patented assembly and mounting methods. Jigsaw™ is comprised of stainless-steel wall rails, ABS plastic mounting components and a metal locking rod – securely attached modular components and easy updates characterize this innovative system.
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- Finishes: Stainless steel, wood veneer, frosted or painted acrylic, painted aluminum, and custom options available.
- ADA Compliance: Routed Rowmark® or Raster™ Braille and raised graphics and images using photopolymer or 3D raised graphics and Braille.
- Modular Components: Changeable inserts.
- Special: Vandal-resistant locking metal rod safety component.
- Sign Types: Room ID, Directory, Projecting and Suspended Signs, Freestanding Monolith.
- Warranty: 5 Years
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PerFORM™ - Perforated Grid Signage
PerFORM™ – Perforated Grid Signage
ASI’s PerFORM™ modular signage system includes an underlying perforated grid, providing a structural canvas for a limitless configuration of side-by-side, snap-together panels and creative components. Attached panels may entirely conceal the support grid, offering a contemporary appearance, fit within the parameters of the grid, or extend beyond the edges into the surrounding space.
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- Finishes: Full-face print on panel graphics available. All grids, graphic and acrylic panels available in custom sizes and colors.
- ADA Compliance: Tactile Copy and Grade II Braille and raised graphics and images using photopolymer or 3D raised graphics and Braille.
- Modular Components: Changeable panels, accessories and inserts.
- Special: Tamper-resistant fasteners and versatile accessories with custom options.
- Sign Types: Room ID, Directory and Projecting Signs
- Warranty: 1 Year
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Infinity™ - Versatile Chassis Signage
Infinity™ – Versatile Chassis Signage
ASI’s Infinity™ modular signage system is the ideal solution for complex wayfinding challenges. This versatile and elegant architectural signage system utilizes a perforated chassis and aluminum panels with an exclusive attachment and registration system to allow repeated updates. Infinity™ has a wide variety of standard components and accessories with custom options.
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- Finishes: Panels can be either aluminum alloy or tempered glass, glass can receive subsurface digital graphics. Standard paint colors with custom colors available.
- ADA Compliance: Tactile Copy and Grade II Braille and raised graphics and images using photopolymer or 3D raised graphics and Braille.
- Modular Components: Changeable panels, accessories and inserts.
- Special: Variety of Attachments and Accessories.
- Sign Types: Room ID, Directory, Floor Stand, Projecting and Suspended Signs
- Warranty: 2 Years
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Pacific Interior™ - Curved-Face Signage
Pacific Interior™ – Curved-Face Signage
Pacific Interior™ modular signage system has simple lines and a graceful appearance that complements any environment, offering a presence that is unobtrusive and inviting. This expandable modular system features interchangeable message panels that fasten to the frame either single or double-sided. Pacific Interior™ is a classic option for identity and wayfinding signage needs.
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- Finishes: Standard paint colors with custom colors available. Mahogany, oak, birch, leather finishes and brushed or polished finishes such as brass and silver.
- ADA Compliance: Tactile Copy and Grade II Braille and raised graphics and images using photopolymer or 3D raised graphics and Braille.
- Modular Components: Front-loading interchangeable panels with wrap-around panel edges.
- Special: Single or double-sided expandable system. Optional design accents available for top, middle and bottom of modular panels.
- Sign Types: Room ID, Directory, Floor Stand, Projecting and Suspended Signs, Freestanding Monolith
- Warranty: 2 Years
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Messenger Interior™ - Flat-Face Signage
Messenger Interior™ – Flat-Face Signage
Messenger Interior™ modular signage system has pure, slim-line, flat-face panels that complement the widest range of styles and effectively communicate wayfinding solutions for architectural environments. The system is precision-engineered to create a contemporary appearance that is easily adaptable in rapidly changing environments.
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- Finishes: Standard paint colors with custom colors available. Mahogany, oak, birch, leather finishes and brushed or polished finishes such as brass and silver.
- ADA Compliance: Tactile Copy and Grade II Braille and raised graphics and images using photopolymer or 3D raised graphics and Braille.
- Modular Components: Front-loading interchangeable panels.
- Special: Single or double-sided expandable system with customizable design accents.
- Sign Types: Room ID, Directory, Floor Stand, Projecting and Suspended Signs, Freestanding Monolith
- Warranty: 2 Years
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Why do we recommend modular signage? It’s one of the only elements in a facility that updates as you do. Plus, modular signage is both stylish and sustainable, making it a smart solution for any built environment. Best of all, ASI’s modular signage offering is composed of durable systems that stand the test of time.
Not interested in customizing a standard modular signage offering? No problem. At ASI, we are used to customizing signage systems to meet our client’s exact needs. Bring us your challenge. We are confident that our confluence of experience and industry knowledge will bring about a custom solution.