Great Lakes Cheese Logo

Great Lakes Cheese

Client

Great Lakes Cheese

Location

1958 Integrity Way, Franklinville, NY

Objective

Exterior signage including illuminated monument signs, directional signage, and post-and-panel signs.

Introduction

BlinkSigns collaborated with Great Lakes Cheese to design and install a customized signage solution for their facility at 1958 Integrity Way, Franklinville, NY. The goal of this project was to enhance brand visibility, ensure efficient navigation for employees and visitors, and comply with safety and regulatory signage requirements.

Signage Solutions Delivered

Exterior Signage

Great Lake Cheese Double-Sided Monument Sign

Double-Sided Monument Sign

The Double-Sided Monument Sign features an 18-inch deep aluminum cabinet painted PMS 7694 C, with a 1/2-inch reveal between faces in PMS Process Black for a refined contrast. The lettering and logo are crafted from push-through translucent white acrylic, internally illuminated with LEDs for optimal visibility. The sign is mounted on a sturdy aluminum skirt painted Pantone 432 C and is securely saddle-mounted with direct burial in a concrete footer for long-lasting stability.

The Secondary Directional Signs of Great Lake Cheese

The Secondary Directional Signs

The Secondary Directional Signs feature an 8 3/4-inch deep, double-sided aluminum cabinet painted PMS 7694 C, with a 1/2-inch reveal in PMS Process Black. The frame is 1.5-inch by 1.5-inch by 3/16-inch thick aluminum, with 1/8-inch thick aluminum shoebox faces, finished in exterior-grade industrial paint. Text is routed from the aluminum face and backed with 1/4-inch thick push-through translucent white acrylic. The logo is also routed, backed with 1/8-inch thick translucent white acrylic, with the sun portion in first-surface vinyl and the tree integral to the aluminum face.

Primary Directional Signage of Great Lake Cheese by BlinkSigns

Primary Directional Signage

The Primary Directional Signage features an 8 ¾-inch deep aluminum cabinet with a 3/4-inch translucent acrylic fin for enhanced illumination. The text and logo are precision-routed from the aluminum face and backed with push-through translucent white acrylic for a crisp, illuminated appearance. Internally lit with white LEDs, the signage ensures clear visibility in all lighting conditions.

Post & Panel Signage of Great Lake Cheese by BlinkSigns

Post & Panel Signage

The Post & Panel Signage features digitally printed 3M reflective vinyl applied to aluminum panels, ensuring clear readability in various lighting conditions. These panels are mounted back-to-back on durable galvanized steel tube posts, providing stability and longevity. The posts are securely installed using a direct burial method in a concrete footer, ensuring a strong foundation for long-term outdoor use.

Lighting & Assembly

Lighting and Assembly of great Lake Cheese Signage by BlinkSigns

Final Result

Challenges and Solutions
  • Brand Consistency

    Used Pantone® color-matching standards and high-precision fabrication techniques.

  • Navigation and Wayfinding Efficiency

    Implemented high-contrast, strategically placed signs to ensure clarity and ease of navigation.

  • Durability & Weather Resistance

    Used powder-coated aluminum, UV-protected overlaminate, and LED technology for longevity and resilience.

Results
  • Enhanced Visibility

    The illuminated monument and directional signs significantly improved wayfinding.

  • Sustainability Achievements

    Energy-efficient LED lighting and recyclable materials supported environmental initiatives.

  • Improved Facility Navigation

    Clear and professional signage helped employees, visitors, and truck drivers easily find their way around the facility.

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