Channel Letters on Raceways

Key takeaways:

• Raceway-mounted channel letters are a convenient option
• Customizable for any brand
• Ideal for shopping plazas

What is a Channel Letter Raceway?

If you are in search of a cost-effective and efficient way to mount channel letters to the outdoor façade of your building, look no further than raceway mounting! Channel letters on raceways are high-quality signs that you’ll notice first, and remember later, making this style one of the most attention-grabbing and popular options for businesses across North America.
Raceway-mounted channel letter signs are arranged on a slim mounting structure called a raceway. If your sign is illuminated, the raceway also serves as the enclosure for each letter’s power supply and electrical wiring. Each of the letters on your sign will create a shadow on your building’s exterior, making your sign even more attention-grabbing — even from a distance.

Individual Letter Installation vs Raceway Mounting

When it comes to custom channel letter signs, channel letters on raceways deliver a higher level of convenience for many businesses. Without raceway mounting, each individual letter is mounted right onto the face of your building, all of the wiring must be done on site if the sign is illuminated, and it generally requires more drilling — all leading to a higher installation cost. Some companies still prefer the look of individual letters, and you can rest assured that both channel letter options will result in an eye-catching, professional, and long-lasting sign.

What Is the Difference Between Push Through Letters and Channel Letters?

While push through letters are pushed through a panel of backer material — usually with a laser-cut design, shallow depth, and attached to the panel — both channel letters on a raceway and direct-mounted channel letters are individual, separate 3D letters independent of a panel and each of the other letters.

The Key Benefits of Raceway-Mounted Channel Letter Signs for Businesses

Shopping malls, plazas, medical buildings, and countless other businesses choose the raceway style of channel letters for their many benefits. This signage type is popular for a reason!

Convenient Installation & Maintenance Processes

Channel letters mounted on a raceway will result in a faster and easier sign installation process, as well as less drilling and fewer mounting holes — both important considerations for many building owners or landlords. Should your sign require maintenance, the raceway mounting process also makes it easier to access any electrical components for repairs.

Endless Customization Options

Your channel letters can be fitted for indoor or outdoor needs, and their endless customization options ensure that they’ll help you achieve a consistent and attention-grabbing brand image.

Skilled technicians can produce raceway-mounted channel letter signs in any typeface, color, and size.

We can reproduce your existing logo, or help you settle on a completely new, custom design! Even in an area with many signs using channel letters on raceways, your unique design will help you to stand out from the competition. For a professional look, your raceway will be designed to match the building’s façade, seamlessly blending into the background and making the letters appear even more striking.

Existing Plaza Rules

It’s possible that the shopping plaza that your business is located in may only allow channel letter signage. Having all of the businesses in a plaza utilize the same signage type provides a consistent, classy, and professional look. Don’t worry — your unique channel letters will still stand out from the rest. We’ve got you covered!

How Long Do Channel Letters Last?

One of the most important and useful factors of channel letters on raceway mounts is their durability in outdoor environments. With proper maintenance, channel letters are designed to last 8 to 15 years. These signs are often used on the exterior of businesses, and various weather factors can play a role in wear and tear.

Raceway-mounted channel letters are designed to withstand extreme heat, rain, wind, and other elements. We use high-quality materials to ensure your signage is secure and long lasting. For many of our signs, we use LED lighting, an efficient way to illuminate your sign. Our LEDs come with a five-year warranty and are durable from the first installation process, making your investment long-term and reliable.

Compliance and Permits

At Instant Signs, our team always ensures that your signage is compliant and has all permits cleared before installation. You’d be surprised at how many companies do not have insurance and install signs without permits. We take this initial step very seriously and will handle all regulations needed to comply with your area for proper installation. Channel letters on raceway mounts are often easier to streamline the permit process too, which is a bonus! Our experienced team can assist you through this entire process to be sure you are fully compliant.

Create Your Perfect Business Signage With Instant Signs

Whether you’re beginning a ground-up project or refurbishing existing raceway-mounted channel letters, we’re ready to hit the ground running and transform your business’s brand image. Looking for an alternative signage type to make your business stand out? In addition to channel letters, we fabricate a range of sign types including monument letters, pylon (pole), foam letter signs, and interior signs — all custom-made to serve your business best.

When you choose Instant Signs, you’ll enjoy competitive pricing, a reliable and highly-skilled team of experts, and all of the latest signage technologies. Our exceptional customer service sets us apart from the competition, and we can’t wait to wow you. Contact us today to book your free consultation with a signage expert.