Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Architectural Signage Solutions
Lake Shore Industries has been crafting architectural signage solutions since 1908, combining century-old expertise with modern manufacturing techniques. Our aluminum foundry produces durable street signs, historical markers, and commercial castings that meet both functional and aesthetic requirements. With a focus on precision craftsmanship, we offer custom design capabilities from initial concept through mold-making, casting, and finishing processes. Our team specializes in creating distinctive signage solutions that preserve historical integrity while meeting contemporary standards. We maintain rigorous quality control through our proprietary Acrylic Polyurethane Baked-On Enamel finish system, ensuring long-lasting durability.As a veteran-owned manufacturer, we prioritize American-made production across our entire product line. Our services extend to sign refinishing, ADA-compliant interior systems, and memorial wall design. With over a century of industry experience, we serve municipalities, cemeteries, educational institutions, and commercial clients nationwide. Our technical expertise includes illuminated signage systems, extruded aluminum post-and-panel configurations, and traffic signal components. Through continuous process refinement, we maintain leadership in architectural sign manufacturing while honoring traditional casting methods.
Services
Custom Street Signs
Historical Markers
Cemetery Markers
Building Letters
ADA Sign Systems
Details
- Year established: 1908
Highlights and features
- We have over 115 years of specialized experience in architectural sign manufacturing
- Our veteran-owned business maintains 100% American-made production
- We offer complete custom design through finished product capabilities
- Our patented finishing process provides unmatched durability
- We provide comprehensive sign refinishing services for faded markers
Services
Custom Street Signs
Our custom-cast aluminum street signs feature raised lettering and textured backgrounds for enhanced visibility. Available in multiple mounting options including center-post, end-mount, and bracket-hung configurations. The durable 43-alloy aluminum construction with baked-on enamel finish ensures decades of service in outdoor environments.
Historical Markers
Cast aluminum historical markers preserve community heritage with lasting durability. Available in standard and custom designs featuring raised lettering, decorative borders, and multi-color finishes. Our craftsmen create coast-to-coast solutions for municipalities and historical societies seeking permanent commemorative signage.
Cemetery Markers
Cast aluminum cemetery markers provide permanent identification solutions with corrosion-resistant durability. Available in multiple stake configurations and sizes, these markers feature customizable lettering and emblems. Our 40+ years of cemetery industry experience ensures appropriate design execution for memorial applications.
Building Letters
Architectural building letters in cast aluminum or bronze create distinctive commercial identities. Available with backlighting options through our LETTER-LITE system. Custom color matching and dimensional specifications ensure seamless integration with commercial facades and branding requirements.
ADA Sign Systems
Compliant interior signage solutions meet ADA requirements for tactile lettering and braille integration. Our systems feature non-glare backgrounds, contrasting color schemes, and standardized sizing for universal accessibility. Available with designer frames and modular mounting options for institutional applications.
Questions
What materials do you use for your signs?
We primarily use 43-alloy aluminum for casting, with bronze options available. Our signs feature durable acrylic polyurethane enamel finishes for long-term outdoor performance.
Can you create custom designs?
Yes, we offer complete custom design services from initial concept through mold-making and casting. Our team works with client-provided artwork or creates new designs to specification.
Do you offer sign refinishing services?
We provide refinishing for faded or damaged metal signs using our proprietary acrylic polyurethane enamel system to restore original appearance and durability.
Are your products ADA compliant?
Our ADA interior sign systems meet all federal requirements for tactile lettering, braille integration, and color contrast specifications for accessible environments.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept MasterCard and Visa for all purchases. Custom orders require detailed specifications before final pricing and payment arrangements.
Reviews (2)
Tommy Bruce
Jan 16, 2022
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I ordered some classic aluminum windshield brackets. They were very accommodating answering my questions The brackets look great and they were delivered very promptly. I would definitely use them again in the future.
David Edwards
Aug 25, 2021
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Lake Shore Industries did an incredible job of refurbishing my National Historic Trust Landmark Plaque. The cast aluminum sign was so weathered it was barely legible. The black background was superbly refinished and the sign is now better than new. Thanks for a job well done!
