Changeable + Fixed Traffic Signs
SWARCO Signs provides a variety of traditional signs designed to inform drivers and warn them of changing road conditions or hazards, available in both standard and custom sizes to suit any application.
Custom Signs
We understand that not every application fits inside a standard box. Our Custom Sign Solutions are designed to meet unique spatial, structural, and messaging requirements - while always staying within industry regulations, MUTCD standards, and engineered tolerances. Whether you're working with unconventional mounting needs, non-standard matrix sizes, or custom housing dimensions, our team of engineers and product specialists will help you design a solution that fits - down to the millimeter.
What you can customize:
- Matrix Size & Layout - Tailor the message area to suit visibility or mounting constraints
- Housing Dimensions - Modify enclosure shape or footprint to integrate seamlessly with field conditions
- Mounting Configuration - Design for unique gantry, tunnel, cantilever, or offset pole installations
- Optical Performance: Leverage SWARCO McCain’s proprietary lens and tunnel designs for superior visibility and uniformity
Benefits
Hover over the images below to see just a few of the reasons why SWARCO Signs are unbeatable in today's market.
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Energy Efficient
Drawing a tenth of the power of leading competitor's signs, Changeable Message Signs by SWARCO Signs are powered by SWARCO technology and give off little to no heat, eliminating the need for bulky cooling or defogging equipment. With less equipment comes reduced energy consumption and maintenance resulting in the lowest cost of ownership for any signs on the market.
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Minimal Maintenance
Powerful and innovative components require minimal equipment resulting in the longest mean time between failures (MTBF) and next-to-no maintenance. Peace-of-mind and putting your city's dollars to work where actually needed are just two of the many benefits of Changeable Message Signs by SWARCO Signs.
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Precision Optic Technology
Integrated surface-mount 3-in-1 RGB LEDs combined with SWARCO's Precision Optic lensing provide the sharpest, full-color display on the market. With 26.5:1 contrast ratio, 12-30mm pixel pitch, and 1kHz refresh rate, Changeable Message Signs by SWARCO Signs capture 100% of light energy emitted yielding truer color and superior legibility - up to 1,200 feet! - in many conditions, including low-angle and direct sunlight.
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Preventative
Informed drivers are safe drivers. Changeable Message Signs, which use full-color text, symbols, and pictures, provide advisory information about road closures, hazards, and detours to the motoring public.
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Adaptable
Variable Speed Limit signs save lives by allowing speed limits to be adjusted in response to hazardous conditions such as heavy traffic or adverse weather.
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Flexible
Keep traffic moving and actively manage traffic by directing motorists to open lanes or alerting them of lane closures with Lane Control Signs.
Trusted Across the Country
With 30k+ installations, Changeable Message Signs by SWARCO Signs keep the country moving through pertinent roadside information, warnings, and directional messaging. From airports and major venues to carpool lanes and toll roads, top agencies across the country rely on SWARCO Signs to meet their signage demands.
Interested in learning more?
Contact us today to see how SWARCO Signs can be incorporated into your smart city plans.