Designing, Fabricating, and Delivering Break-Away Entrance Signs for Cities and Municipalities
Municipal break-away entrance signs are more than just markers; they are an extension of a city’s identity and a welcoming symbol to residents and visitors alike. Whether it’s a small town or a bustling urban center, these signs play a crucial role in branding, safety, and civic pride.
In this blog, we’ll walk through the process of designing, fabricating, and delivering break-away entrance signs — a modern solution that combines safety with visual appeal.
What Are Break-Away Entrance Signs?
Break-away signs are engineered to detach or collapse safely upon impact, reducing the risk of injury or vehicle damage during accidents. This design is often required by state and federal transportation standards, particularly for signs installed near roadways.
Step 1: Designing with Purpose and Precision
Initial Consultation & Site Analysis:
Every successful sign project begins with a conversation. We work closely with you to design entrance sign package that welcomes visitors and unifies the township.
Brand Integration:
A great entrance sign reflects the character of the city. We incorporate city logos, colors, slogans, and architectural elements that align with the municipality’s brand identity. This might include stone textures to reflect local geology, or modern metal finishes to echo urban development.
Safety and Compliance:
At the design stage, we ensure all elements meet Department of Transportation (DOT) and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) guidelines for visibility, reflectivity, height, and — in the case of break-away signs — safety performance.
Step 2: Fabrication – From Concept to Reality
Material Selection:
Break-away entrance signs are made in the federally regulated EIFS (exterior insulated finishing system). More info here.
Break-Away Hardware Systems:
Fabrication includes specialized mounting hardware like slip-base or frangible couplings, which allow the signpost to detach or bend safely under force. These components are rigorously tested and meet FHWA crash standards.
Precision Craftsmanship:
Our fabrication team uses computerized hot-wire technology, CNC routing, laser cutting, and hard-coating to ensure every detail — from font kerning to panel alignment — is perfectly executed. The product is fully encapsulated so nothing can be stolen or fall off. Our products are designed to last a lifetime.
Step 3: Delivery and Installation
Logistics Planning:
Transporting oversized, fragile, or multi-part signs requires careful planning. Our logistics team coordinates delivery to ensure signs arrive on-site safely and on time, with all hardware and documentation included.
On-Site Installation:
Installation is typically performed by city crews or contracted installers, with our team available for oversight or assistance. We provide detailed concrete footer diagrams and step-by-step instructions to guide proper anchoring, alignment, and attachment of break-away systems.
Our Products Are Designed To Rest Directly On The Ground.
No Need For a Concrete Footer
Read the Otsego newspaper article about this city sign project here.
Why Break-Away Signs Matter
Break-away entrance signs combine public safety with municipal branding, meeting the dual needs of compliance and creativity. They reduce liability risks while creating a positive first impression that reinforces civic pride.
Whether welcoming visitors to a historic downtown or marking the boundary of a growing suburb, these signs serve as a lasting visual handshake from the city itself.
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Our team specializes in custom, code-compliant break-away signs from design to delivery. Contact us today to start your project.
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