Sign Trade is a leading provider of aluminium sign extrusions in the UK. Our primary focus is on delivering a dependable supply of standard sign post, sign channel, and display extrusions nationwide. Additionally, we excel in creating bespoke aluminium extrusions and take great pride in collaborating throughout the entire design and development process.
Standard Profiles
We hold a range of standard aluminium profiles designed for the sign and display industry. Our aluminium sign posts are stocked in multiple colours and sizes. We also stock the full range of sign channel fixing rail used for creating post and panel sign systems.
Large Stockholding
Our 22,000 sq./ft warehouse in Kent holds up to 500 tons of aluminium stock at any one time. Our new premises was designed in 2021 to be incredibly efficient at handling, converting and despatching aluminium to serve the UK sign industry with the service it demands.
Conversion Service
Sign Trade Supplies stands out from other aluminum profile stockists by offering additional services, including precise cutting, mitering, and drilling. This valuable service boosts efficiency for sign makers, speeding up post & panel sign production.
Bespoke Profiles
Along with standard sign making extrusions we also design, prototype and commission bespoke aluminium extrusions to be manufactured to customers exact specifications. This ability allows us to help clients with large projects or sign systems they would like to produce.
Sign Post Installation Products
Everything you need to create
a post mounted sign
We do it all! From aluminum sign posts to sign fixing channels, permanent road signs, baseplates, sign post clips, and more! Why not browse through our extensive range of post and panel products? If you can't find what you're looking for, simply get in touch with one of our team members, and we will be more than happy to assist you.
At Sign Trade Supplies, we take pride in providing full nationwide coverage of sign supplies across the UK. Whether you're a sign manufacturer, part of a facilities management team, a highways department, or a council, we are here to simplify your procurement process in an economical manner
Sign Trade Supplies provides a trade CNC cutting service for local and nationwide businesses looking for fast & accurate sheet conversion. We currently cut materials on our flat bed TekCel CNC router that features an 3000 x 2000mm bed
With over 30 years experience in the sign industry we pride ourselves on our vast product ranges. Our double sided tapes and adhesives are one of our specialist categories. We stock a good range of compatible solutions for the sign and display industry and are happy to work with customers to find the very best solution to their bonding challenge.
If you have a set of materials you want to bond together, theres no better team to call!
Keeping the UK sign industry supplied with everything they need has been our mission since 1990. The family run business has grown from strength to strength by forming outstanding relationships with sign companies up and down the country. Our mission is to be your partner in the industry that you can always rely on.
Recent Projects
19mm Thick Black Foam Letters
SKYFLY LOGO
SkyFly is an exciting startup looking to radically change systems of travel. Their AXE EVTOL (Electric Vertical Take Off & Landing) prototype aims to change the possibility of air travel without the need for a runaway. We manufactured their 19mm thick custom logo for their prototype workshop
Bulk Aluminium Profile Conversion
Aluminium Sign Channel
Specialist aluminium sign extrusions are part of our stock items, we also offer conversion of these profiles into custom size pieces and kits. Processing bulk quantities of alumiminium sign channel, palletising and sending to a fabrication centre is all part of our bespoke systems serivce to the sign industry.
Stand Off Acrylic Lettering
Beauty Lounge Trade
CNC Lettering
Simple 5mm acrylic lettering with locators for Heron Workwear & graphics . Our Trade CNC cut lettering service is a great option to open up new signage jobs without the need to invest in extra machinery.
Industries we work with
Sign, Graphics & Display
Councils & Public Sector
Car Park & Facilities
Construction & Civils
UK Sign Shops, Vehicle Wrappers, Exhibition Displays
Our primary industry remains the UK sign and graphics sector. This spans a broad category of businesses that focus on business and vehicle signage. Our full range of products are relevant to almost all aspects of the sign industry and the many crossover businesses in the print world.
Our most popular ranges for this sector include our sign making cleaners, accessories and fixings.
Borough, County & Parish Councils Welcome
Sign Trade Supplies assists all denominations of councils with sign related procurement requirements, offering product guidance and advice where neccessary.
From local Parish councils looking to install a new sign, to County Councils planning new street furniture schemes; Sign Trade Supplies is here to provide a procurement consultation to help lower costs and improve the use of the councils budget.
Our most popular products ranges for councils include: aluminium sign posts and sign fixings
Car Park Management & EV Charging Supplies
Car park management companies utilise a range of sign products to effectively manage and streamline the operations of their parking facilities. These signs serve various purposes, providing important information and instructions to drivers, enhancing safety, and ensuring efficient traffic flow within the parking area.
We help supply sign components to the car park and EV charging sector to help build efficient wayfinding, information and hardware installations. Our custom design to manufacture is perfect for creating impactful sign totems and nationwide branding.
Large signs outside new house build sites, commonly known as construction site hoardings or development boards, are an important feature in the construction industry. These signs serve several purposes, providing information and visual representation of the ongoing development to the public and passers by.
Reviews from Clients
“We have been using Sign Trade Supplies for several years now, & they always provide a very prompt & efficient service, and prices are very competitive”
Martin Davis
F1 Sign Solutions
“I seldom leave reviews but I must make a mention of their excellent service. Nothing is ever too much trouble, whether it be changing your order last minute or a bit of advice. Goods have always been received on time and well packed, A fantastic service at a realistic price. Keep up the good work guys!”
Mark Elvin
Signs & Graphics Etc
“We have been using Sign Trade Supplies for some time know and their service and quality is excellent. Would be happy to recommend to the trade.”
Stuart Curtis
Curtis Signs
"I have dealt with Sign Trade Supplies for many years and have always received great service and products.
Always willing to go the extra mile, and if anything does go wrong (very rarely) they always put it right without any quibble. My one-stop shop for sign supplies."
Malcolm Anderson
Prestige Signs
"We have been a customer of Sign Trade Supplies for many years, and have always 100% been happy with their service, speed and quality. They are so helpful when you phone to ask that silly question, or just to find out the best materials for the job, they always have the time to talk to you and get the right products. "
Daniel Peters
Pro Design Studio
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