What Signs Ship the Fastest?
CPC has a large stock program with MUTCD Compliant products available for quick shipment. Look for the Quick Ship icon when choosing products. Call customer service at 1-800-367-1492 for assistance with expedited shipments or for help meeting specific deadlines.
Did You Know?
Not all traffic signs and sign faces are created equal. In the emerging world of digital printing in the traffic sign industry, safety and MUTCD compliancy remain priority.Custom Products utilizes the 3M MCS Matched Component System for all digitally printed traffic and screen printed signs.
3M Matched Component System
The use of 3M's Matched Component System insures your investment. When signs are created with high quality 3M sheeting and components, the sign performance is backed by 3M warranties. The MCS guarantees that signs will remain effective for their intended use and meet minimum values for retro-reflection for the specified warranty period.
The components of a digitally printed or screen printed sign are critical to the warranty, MUTCD compliancy and quality of the sign. Components MUST come from a single manufacturer's system and Shall NOT be mixed.
NOTE: The use of any non-3M materials in conjunction with 3M products will void all warranties. Nylon Washers are required to maintain warranty when twist style fasteners are used to mount signs sheeted with Matched Component System Materials.
Did You Know?
Beware of imposters and protect your investment by purchasing fabricated signs that are 3M certified for authenticity.
- Custom Products is pleased to be a member of the 3M Certified Sign Fabricator Program since the inception.
- We have demonstrated that our people, aluminum substrate, shipping techniques, and equipment are capable of manufacturing signage by every imaging technique to meet 3M’s strict Matched Component Systems (MCS) warranty standards.
- This includes the newest technique, digital printing and ultra violet (UV) light protecting signs on a very high end printer that is authorized by 3M and capable of printing every traffic sign color plus PMS colors.
- Finally, we continue to demonstrate that our Sales Force and Marketing information are capable of guiding customers through the complex maze of Federal, State, and Local standards that govern the Traffic Devices industry.
Beware of wasting valuable funds on imposter signs that fade out quickly.
Are Your Signs Bright Enough?
See the charts below for information on 3M Retro-Reflective Sheeting types and recommendations that considers MUTCD Compliance, Safety, and Budget Factors.
or call customer service at 1-800-367-1492 for the most current information.
Are Your Signs
Big Enough?*
*Information is subject to change, please refer to the MUTCD
or call customer service at 1-800-367-1492 for the most current information.
Replacement Requirements*
* Maintenance of signs and sign support: FHWA-SA-09-025
Regulatory Signs are important to maintain as the absence of, or damage to, could quickly result in or contribute to a severe crash. Damaged or missing regulatory signs should be replaced or repaired within hours of the agency having notice of them missing, down or damaged.
Work Zone Signs should only be used in "new" or "like new" condition and replaced immediately if missing, damaged or deteriorated. While they are temporary signs, condition is extremely critical because travel through work zones can be hazardous with unexpected or unusual conditions.
Warning Signs that are damaged or missing should be replaced or repaired within 3 working days of the agency having notice of them missing, down or damaged. Some signs may warrant faster replacement based on nature of sign.
School Zone Signs that are damaged or missing should be replaced or repaired within 3 working days of the agency having notice of them missing, down or damaged. Some signs may warrant faster replacement based on nature of sign.
Guide Signs that are damaged or missing should be replaced or repaired within 7 working days of the agency having notice of them missing, down or damaged. Some signs may warrant faster replacement based on nature of sign.
Did You Know?*
Where the improvement of the conspicuity of a standard regulatory, warning, or guide sign is desired, many cost effective and MUTCD approved methods may be used, as appropriate, to enhance conspicuity of signs. view now
*Reference the 2009 MUTCD, Chapter 2A.15 p.36
Custom Products offers 3 easy ways to order Custom Street Name Signage with Packages, Systems and Components. Choose one of the 6 designs that fits your neighborhood style while eliminating the guesswork on compatibility and MUTCD compliancy. Standard components are powder coated with a durable semi-gloss black for an elegant look. view now
Posts, Sign Brackets, Post Bases, Post Finials, Hardware and Tools
Custom Products offers a large selection of posts, sign brackets, post bases, post finials, hardware and tools. Create your own systems in standard silver or black semi-gloss powder painted finishes. view now
Going Green: Did You Know?
- Prismatic Reflective Sheeting Advances in both manufacturing processes and on-the-road performance of reflective sheeting have resulted in a win-win situation for the traffic safety industry with brighter signs and the use of less precious resources.
- Aluminum Alloy 3105 Specifying the environmentally friendly Alloy Grade 3105 for signs and sign blanks over the traditional alloy 5052 can significantly improve the environment and saves resources which translates into savings making their way to your sign budget!
- Aluminum Conversion Coating Regulations restricting or banning chromium conversion coats have prompted the metal finishing industry to develop non hexavalent chrome conversion coating technologies which are known to be more environmentally friendly and provide increased human safety during the manufacturing process.
- U-Channel Posts Manufactured using recycled train tracks (T-Rails) purchased and rolled in the USA meeting ASTM requirements.
- Powder Coating The benefits of powder coating for consumers are simple: powder coating is the most attractive, durable, and is a high-quality finish. Powder coating will make your purchase look better and last longer compared to wet paints - not to mention its reduced environmental footprint! Since, powder paint has no solvents (VOC's), it has a drastically reduced environmental impact and increases worker safety!
- Going Green Custom Products manufactures delineators, post reflectors, post anchors, sign savers, no trespassing signs, and other items out of scrap material in an effort to be “greener” and create less waste.
NOTE: 500 lb. minimum required. Call Customer Service at 1-800-367-1492 for program details.
Custom Branding Options
Matching custom branded signage is available for parking facilities, parking areas, businesses, buildings and entrances. Also available are custom branded guide signage including wayfinding, metro street name signs, city entrance guide signs and ground mounted street name signs. Call Customer Service at 1-800-367-1492 for personalized design help with your signage.
Standard CPC Color: Combinations may be selected in the drop down menus of Custom Sign Products and viewed in the CPC Standard Color Chart. view pdf
Personalized Custom Signs
Many of the sign legends that we offer can be upgraded to Level 2 and Level 3 signage as shown below for relatively little additional cost provided you have vector artwork for your logo. Regulatory, Warning, and Construction Work Zone legends may not be altered but most others can. Call Customer Service at 1-800-367-1492 for details.
Standard CPC Color: Combinations may be selected in the drop down menus of Custom Sign Products and viewed in the CPC Standard Color Chart. view pdf
CPC Standard Color Chart for Custom Signs
Call for pricing and details on the Branding Program and our Pantone color matching service options at 1-800-367-1492.
- Standard CPC Color: Combinations may be selected in the drop down menus of Custom Sign Products and viewed in the CPC Standard Color Chart. view pdf
- Color Schemes: Options marked with an asterisk* in drop-down menus have adequate to passable contrast, but smaller copy will become less legible with these options.
- Color Combination Options: Choose from 1 color and 2 color combinations with the option to add a gold pinstripe, available at no extra charge. Examples, shown below.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Noted Pantone equivalents are within a high tolerance color match standard, set by the CPC art department under neutral light conditions. Please note that all colors vary in appearance on different substrates and under different light conditions. Digital colors vary from screen to screen and should not be chosen by screen color when an exact match is required. If an exact color match is critical, further assistance and information regarding our Branding Program is available thru the customer service department.
Finishing Services
CPC provides numerous Finishing Services for signs and decals including Graffiti Film, Sign Dating Stickers, and Hinges for Traffic Signs.
Custom Products Corporation Resource Library
Here you will find the CPC Signs Catalog plus product guides, literature and safety resource information, as well as CPC Sign forms and applications. Also, find helpful information regarding current MUTCD regulations and federal initiatives.
To request your own copy of our current Catalog or MUTCD Reference Poster, email us at sales@cpcsigns.com
or call 1-800-367-1492.
Product Category Product Guides and Information Sheets
Airport Sign & Safety Products view pdf
Anchor Plates view pdf
Bike Safety: Maintaining Safe Distances view pdf
Break-A-Way Sign & Mailbox Supports view pdf Brite Max view pdf Brite Max Overview view pdf Brite-Max Fire Plug-View Hydramt Marker Reflectors view pdf Brite-Max Multi-View Guardrail Delineators view pdf Brite-Max Single-View Guardrail Delineators view pdf Brite Max | Cost Effective Solutions for Increased Visibility view pdf CABS: Chevron Adjustable Bracket System view pdf Chevron Solar LED Sign Alert Dynamic Curve Warning System view pdf Construction Work Zone Products view pdf
Construction Work Zone 48" Signs view pdf Custom Reflective Sign Blanks view pdf
Custom Decals view pdf
Custom Street Name Packages, Systems and Components view pdf
Emergency Prep Safety Products view pdf Enhanced Conspicuity for Roadway Safety view pdf Enhance Conspicuity for Traffic Signs view pdf GSS-3 Step Stand view pdf
Hi-Visibility Safety Shirts and Vests view pdf Hand Paddle Kits: Choose Economy, Premium or EZ-Connect view pdf Incident Management Safety Products view pdf
Incident Management MDI Compact Sign System view pdf
Jumbo Street Name Sign Brackets view pdf
OSHA, Facility & Private Property Signs view pdf
Overhead and Pole Sign Mounting Products view pdf
Parking Lot Supply Guide view pdf
Pavement Markings Product Guide view pdf Phantom Points: Measure Yield and Pennant Signs view pdf Posts, Brackets and Hardware view pdf
NW Quik Pull Manual Post Puller view pdf
Railroad Crossing Products view pdf
Recreational & Cultural Interest Products view pdf Reflective Roll Conversion view pdf RetroReflectometer GRX view pdf School Zone Safety Products view pdf
Traffic Cone Signs view pdf
Utility Signs & Marking Products view pdf Utility MDI Compact Sign System view pdf V-Loc Post Anchors view pdf
Federal Initiatives
FHWA-SA-09-025 | Maintenance of Signs and Sign Supports: A Guide for Local Highway and Street Maintenance Personnel view pdf National Requirements for Maintaining Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity view pdfFederal Rules Impact on Private Property view pdf | Sign Purchase Guidance view pdf Break-A-Way Sign & Mailbox Supports view pdf Hi-Vis Garments for Road Crews view pdf "Greener" Traffic Signs view pdf
Safety Resources
3M Graphics Calculator for Social Distancing COVID 19 Products Quantity Guidance view calculator NEW!! ATSSA Digital Print Sign Sample Specifications view pdf Cost Analysis for Minimum Retro-Reflectivity view pdf Distracted Driver Awareness #CallsKill Take the Focused Driver Challenge go to page FHWA: Making Our Roads Safer, 20 Proven Countermeasures view pdf FHWA: Manual for Selecting Safety Treatments on High Risk Rural Roads view pdf ATSSA: Tech & Innovation / Traffic Signs go to page ATSSA: Improving Driver Behavior with Infrastructure Safety Countermeasures view pdf | digital edition ATSSA: Preventing Vehicle Departures from Roadways? view pdf ATSSA: When Should High-Visibility Safety Apparel Be Replaced? view pdf ATSSA: Cost Effective Local Road Safety Planning and Implementation view pdf ATSSA: Safe Routes to School view pdf ATSSA: Sample Procurement Specifications: Ensure Compliancy with this Tool for Writing Bid Specifications. view pdf Roadway Safety Foundation's Roadway Safety Guide: A Primer for Community Leaders view digital editionForms & Checklists
Artwork Guidelines view pdfComprehensive Branding Program view pdf CPC Standard Color Charts view pdf
CPC Universal Parking Signs view pdf
CPC Powder Paint Standard Color Charts view pdf | digital edition
Barricade Assembly Instructions view pdf Custom Street Name System Order Form view pdf Custom Street Name System Vicksburg Package Assembly Diagram view pdf General Product Order Form view pdf Hand Paddles: Customized Easy Order Checklist view pdf Shipment Inspection Report view pdf Shipping and Receiving Freight: What is the Best Way to Ship Product? view pdf CPC Standard Finished Street Name Signs Checklist view pdf Comprehensive Finished Street Name Signs Checklist view pdf Tubular Markers & Tube Delineators Easy Order Checklist view pdf
MUTCD Guide/Quick Facts
2020: It is Time to Replace Your Signs view pdf | view digital edition MUTCD 2023 Manual go to link | view pdf | MUTCD 2023 Known Errors view linkMUTCD 2009: Part 2A.15 Enhanced Conspicuity view pdf | view products MUTCD 2009 Part 7 for School Zones view pdf MUTCD 2009 Guide Sign Fact Sheet view pdf MUTCD 2009 Street Name Sign Fact Sheet view pdf MUTCD 2009; Notice of Termination of Interim Approval IA–5 (Clearview Font NO Longer Legal) view pdf Sign Care Guidance and Sign Mounting Solutions view pdf Before and After the Storm, Are You Ready?
MUTCD 2009 Sign Replacement Requirements view pdf Sign Stand Buyers Guide view pdf The World of Stripes view pdf Quick Facts: MUTCD 2009 Did You Know? view pdf MUTCD 2009 Quick Guide for Breakaway Sign Supports & Clear Zones view pdf MUTCD 2009 Quick Guide for Construction Zone Signs view pdf MUTCD 2009 Quick Guide for School Zone Sign Changes view pdf MUTCD 2009 Quick Guide for Stop Sign/Plaque Changes view pdf MUTCD 2009 Quick Guide for Warning Sign Changes view pdf
Other Useful Information & Resources
(AASHTO) The American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials go to link (ATSSA) American Traffic Safety Services Association go to link (MDOT/LTAP) Local & Tribal Technical Assistance Program go to link (FEMA) Federal Emergency Management Agency go to link (FHWA) High Risk Rural Roads (HRRR) go to link Guidelines Airport Sign Systems (2010) view pdf Roads & Bridges go to link Deficient Bridge Report go to link Sign Guidelines for Forest Service (2013) view pdf State Qualified Product Lists go to linkApplications
Credit Application view pdfDistributor Application view pdf Employment Application view pdf
