PROGRAM
MANAGEMENT:
THE SWS APPROACH
SOUTH WATER SIGNS
922 N. OAKLAWN AVE. ELMHURST, IL 60126 630.333.4900 FAX: 630.333.4915 [email protected] WWW.SOUTHWATERSIGNS.COM
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A SINGLE SOURCE
FOR ALL YOUR
SIGNAGE NEEDS.
Whether it’s a complete corporate changeover or a unique
approach to a specific location, South Water Signs has the
experience, capabilities and quality control required to
effectively meet your needs.
Our project managers have more than 120 years of
combined experience working with top corporate clients,
name-brand retail operations and respected real estate
organizations.
We have successfully handled the full fabrication and
installation of everything from a 150-store nationwide
signage program for Dunkin Donuts to high-profile,
custom signage piece for the Chicago Cubs.
IN OTHER WORDS, WE DO IT ALL.
KEEPING ON TOP
OF IT ALL.
Our project managers start with professional location surveys that pinpoint specific limitations. This way we make sure that everything we design, fabricate and install works with local building codes, zoning laws and landlord requirements.
RELIABLE PROJECT
MANAGEMENT BUILT ON
QUALITY CONTROL.
Right from the start, our experience plays a major role in developing the best, most reliable ways to meet your specifications.
We have a solid track record for proactively, professionally and seamlessly managing projects. Our managers pay careful attention to details from the concept stage, through fabrication to installation. Along the way, injecting our knowledge and expertise to take advantage of opportunities and make
adjustments as needed.
CLIENT: Dunkin Donuts - Exterior Signage Package LEAD TIME: 6 weeks
SCOPE OF WORK: 150 New Locations.
50 Retrofits to bring up to new brand standards
DESIGN APPROACH
AND APPROVALS.
This stage begins with a thorough review of your artwork and brand standards. We understand that each sign’s image and message must integrate seamlessly with your branding strategy. It’s your name on the sign and that matters most to us. Our design team then takes the site surveys and develops specific drawings for each location. We use these drawings to create a complete, no-surprises proposal. These detailed, site-specific program booklets let you see everything involved all the way down the road.
We make sure we get it right. Any modifications or additions you request will be made and submitted for approval. Once you give us the go-ahead, our manufacturing team steps in with a complete fabrication, delivery and installation schedule.
ONGOING, UP-TO-DATE
COMMUNICATIONS.
When a job begins, our project managers build a timeline of due dates and develop detailed status reports. All the information on a project is organized, tracked and updated in real time, issuing progress reports at 7, 14, 21 and 28 days. By logging on to our online status report tool, our clients have instant access to the status of their jobs – at anytime, from anywhere.
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#4 Satin Brushed Finish Mirror Polish Finish
To Match 1"Deep fabricated Aluminum Painted BM#1483 Returns Painted BM#HC-166 1"Deep fabricated Aluminum with Mirror Polish Finish, Mounted Flush Returns Painted BM#HC-166 2"Deep fabricated Aluminum with #4 Brushed Finish, Mounted Flush Returns Painted BM#HC-166
SHIPPING
AND INSTALLATION
The shipping and installation of your sign is a major consideration of our
operation. We begin by safely crating your sign, continuing with complete logistics and our own fleet of delivery and installation vehicles. For deliveries outside Illinois or Indiana, we have pre-approved, quality-conscious vendors ready to assist and keep us on schedule.
We advise our installers a minimum of one week prior to delivery of materials. Through our on-line, real-time project management system, all parties concerned are constantly kept up to date.
STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY,
RUN BY REAL CRAFTSMEN.
At South Water Signs, quality control is built into every sign, every day. Our manufacturing facilities are manned by experienced pros working with the latest equipment: from a 2010 Multicam CNC Router and Accu-Bend to spray booths featuring the Sherwin-Williams automotive paint system.
This quality craftsmanship goes into everything we do, including:
:: Architectural Signage
:: Awnings
:: Box Signs
:: Channel Letters
:: Custom Interior Signs
:: Electronic Message Boards
:: Illuminated Sign Cabinets
:: Interior ADA Signs
:: Large Scale Banners
:: Monument Signs
:: Neon Signs
:: Parking Lot Lights
:: Pylon Signs
:: Real Estate Signage
:: Specialty Signage
:: Vinyl Graphics
:: Wayfinding Programs CLIENT: H&R Block - New signage manufacture and management of
800+ regional locations
SCOPE OF WORK: In 2009 SWS was involved with H&R Block in a major retrofit.
Older signage was replaced with new faces while neon bulbs were replaced with eco-friendly LED lighting. Averaging 15 stores a month, SWS partnered with HR Block corporate to explore and develop digital signage programs, oversee retail closures after tax season, and coordinate the removal and storage of all signs for re-installation later in the year.
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A FINISHED SIGN
IS JUST THE BEGINNING.
At South Water Signs, we stand by our work. From a burned out lamp to a weather damaged face, our nationwide service and maintenance program is in place to keep your signs looking great.
WE’LL ALWAYS BE HERE TO HELP.
SOUTH WATER SIGNS IS READY
TO PARTNER WITH YOU.
At South Water Signs we work hard to become your “partner” in business. We are constantly looking for ways to save time in planning, streamline
fabrication and installation, and to cut costs. As a U.S. Green Building member, we are dedicated in achieving LEED Certified, Silver, Gold or Platinum
standards in each of our customers programs. It is South Water Signs mission to look for “greener” solutions – from incorporating low energy lighting systems to the recycling of raw materials, from the use of low VOC inks and paints to environmentally conscious mercury disposal.
Our “partnership” and experience working with top corporations, name-brand retailers and respected real estate organizations strengthens our readiness, willingness and ability to get your project done the right way. The way you expect
business done.
PROGRAM
MANAGEMENT:
THE SWS APPROACH
SOUTH WATER SIGNS
934 N CHURCH RD ELMHURST, IL 60126 630.333.4900 FAX: 630.333.4915 [email protected] WWW.SOUTHWATERSIGNS.COM