FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 14, 2003

Certified Sign Installers Program Brings Electric Sign Installation To A New Level Of Sophistication With Certification Process Aimed At Consistency

Chicago, Illinois - With the continued and expanded use of UL 2161 type transformers and UL 935 fluorescent sign ballasts, the sign industry has had to endure a difficult period where new techniques and additional education has been required for trouble-free electric sign installations.

Today the Certified Sign Installers Program (www.certifiedsigninstallers.com) opens its virtual doors to the sign industry, with a process that matches the educational requirements of the installation community with the expected demands of sign manufacturers and the end-user community.

The lack of a formal "apprenticeship" or "journeyman" training program in the sign industry has lead to a great deal of inconsistency at the place most critical for success -- the job site. Recent code and UL changes have complicated matters even more and have fundamentally changed electric sign installation. A method to consistently educate, evaluate and continuously re-evaluate the sign installer on his/her basic knowledge and ongoing installation abilities has been in demand for some time.

The Certified Sign Installers Program provides this medium through its Certified Sign Installers Test, and subsequent listing of the individuals who pass the test on its Certified Sign Installers Database. By becoming "Certified", the individual demonstrates his/her commitment to proper sign installation and maintenance. By searching the Database for "Certified" installers, sign manufacturers are assuring that their signs are being installed and maintained by the most highly qualified people in the industry. The final component of the program involves site surveys which constantly measure the efficiency and effectiveness of the program itself -- ensuring consistent education, accountability and ultimately, trouble free electric signs!

For more information, please visit our web site or send a request for hard copy material to info@certifiedsigninstallers.com. A copy of the test can be downloaded for free by visiting the web site.

Supply Technologies Inc.
733 Jamestowne Rd
Sleepy Hollow, IL 60118
Phone: 800-356-6698
Fax: 847-428-7312
E-Mail: info@certifiedsigninstallers.com
Website URL: www.certifiedsigninstallers.com