[Must-See for Architects] Long-Lasting "Notice Signs for Buildings" Outdoors—Why They Are Chosen for Construction Sites

In construction planning, "Notice Signs for Buildings" are required to be installed by law.
Once installed, they are often exposed to wind and rain for months or even years, making durability and aesthetics essential qualities for these signs.

In this article, based on a production case for a "Notice Sign for Buildings" requested by a printing company in Fukuoka City, we will introduce

key points for creating long-lasting outdoor signs for architectural designers.

■ Background: The Demand for Signs That "Stay Beautiful for a Long Time"

The client is a company that operates a printing business in Fukuoka City.
They needed to install a "Notice Sign for Planned Buildings" for a building confirmation application in conjunction with an office expansion project.

Because the sign would be displayed outdoors for a long period, they requested production using aluminum composite panels, emphasizing
"longevity," "high visibility," and "ease of handling."

Many architectural designers have likely experienced issues with on-site signage, such as
"deterioration due to rain and UV rays" or "difficulty in reading due to reflections on the printed surface."

The specifications used here solve those problems.

■ Production Specifications: Aluminum Composite Panel + UV-Cut Matte Laminate

• Material: Aluminum composite panel (3mm thick)

• Size: W910×H910mm

• Printing Method: Inkjet printing (EPSON R5050 / 1200×1200dpi)

• Protective Finish: UV-cut matte laminate (non-glossy)

Aluminum composite panels have a structure where foamed polyethylene resin is sandwiched between aluminum, making them a sign material that is
lightweight yet highly strong and weather-resistant.

Environmentally friendly water-based resin ink is used for printing.
By applying a UV-cut laminate finish, we prevent fading and ink peeling caused by ultraviolet rays.

Furthermore, the "wrap-around finish" on the back prevents peeling.
This specification ensures that the sign can be used with peace of mind while maintaining its aesthetic appeal even during long-term outdoor display.

■ Actual Finish and Customer Feedback

The completed sign has excellent color reproduction even outdoors and high visibility from a distance.
Because of the matte finish, there is little reflection, and it blends naturally into the surrounding landscape.

We have received feedback from our customers such as:

Following this project, they are now considering adopting the same specifications for other job sites.

■ Production Highlights and Know-How

In creating these signs, we focused on three key points:durability, visibility, and safety.

Construction-related notice signs, in particular, tend to be displayed for long periods, so
choosing weather-resistant materials is crucial.

• UV-cut matte laminate forfading prevention and glare reduction

• Back-wrapped finish forpreventing edge peeling

• High-quality adhesive PVC sheet fora beautiful, bubble-free finish

Each of these processes determines the lifespan of the sign.
Especially for projects like "Construction Notices" or "Development Planning Sites,"
specifications that maintain aesthetics over the long term also build trust in the designer.

■ Inquiries and Consultations

At Serigraphie, we work with a variety of materials, including aluminum composite panels,
tarpaulins, and poly-seams.

Depending on the installation environment and display duration,
we will propose the optimal materials and printing methods.

To ensure that even first-time customers can consult us with peace of mind,
we also offer free estimates and specification consultations.

👉 Click here for inquiries regarding sign printing

■ Summary: Sign Printing with "Purpose-Driven Quality" to Support Your Site

Signs displayed outdoors for long periods are not just "notices"; they are
communication tools that protect the credibility of the site.

What Serigraphie values is "purpose-driven quality."
With optimal printing tailored to the customer's goals,
we firmly support construction and design sites.

📍Sign Printing & Laser Processing Serigraphie
1-9-5 Takeshita, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture 812-0895
TEL: 092-471-0178
Mail: seri77@k7.dion.ne.jp
Web: https://seri-graphie.com