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Traffic Sign History

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1920’s – a Turning Point in Traffic Sign Design and Sign Shapes 63948

Traffic control sign standards had their start in the early 1920's. See original signs designs for a One Way, Curve Ahead, Crossing, and many such signs.

A History of Street Numbers 63610

How did house numbers start? Learn the history behind housing numbers and house address signs to understand their vital role in building communities.

A History of the American Route Marker and Route 66 63612

Route marker signs have a rich history. Read more for the development of route sign color and shape as well as the history of US Route 66.

History of Bike Safety 63736

A look at bicylce safety since they were first developed in the 19th century to the helmet debate of the 21st.

History of Fluorescent Signs 63889

Traffic Fluorescent sign standards had their start in the early 1920's. See original designs for a One Way Sign, Curve Ahead Sign, Crossing Sign, & more.

History of MUTCD Signs 98353

The first Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices was developed in 1935 by consolidating a Rural Sign Manual and manual for urban signage. Read on.

History of Speed Limit Signs 75197

Learn about how speed limit signs have changed. Find historical photos of the first speed camera and first speeding ticket resulting from a radar gun.

History of the Railroad Crossbuck Sign 98107

Trace railroad crossing signs back to 1908, Few accidents are as fatal as car and train collisions. Read our history.

History of Yellow Traffic Light 98356

Signal equipment into a traffic signal with the first yellow light, at the corner of Woodward Avenue and Michigan Avenue, Detroit. This happened in 1920.

How Visible is a Stop Sign? Cars vs SUVs vs Trucks 63590

Compare how different vehicles view a reflective stop sign. The angle observation changes as a function of the height of the vehicle.

Invention of First Traffic Light 98352

The first recognizably modern electric traffic light was invented in 1912 by Lester Wire, a Utah law school dropout turned policeman.

One-Way Signs: An American History 63921

A history of one-way street signs in the United States since the early 20th century

Pedestrian Crossings 63784

A look at the evolution of crosswalks and pedestrian laws.

Reversible Lanes: Combating Traffic Since the 1970s 57847

Learn about the history of the efficacy of Reversible Lanes.

Seeing the Light: A History of the Cataphote Reflector 63786

A history of the cataphote reflector, or cat's eyes. These small, reflected beads on signs were the standard for traffic signage for years.

Sign Paddles and the American Crossing Guard: A History 63735

Sign Paddles and the crossing guards that wield them have a diverse history. Read more for the development of sign paddles, crossing guards and road safety.

Traffic Control Signs - a History 63947

How did traffic control signs develop? Read a history of traffic road signs and excerpts of preserved highway engineering articles from the 1920's.

US and German Highways 63658

A comparison of the United States Interstate Highway Systems and the German Autobahn.

Want to know the history of Yield Right of Way Sign? 63785

Learn more about these signs - their beginnings, changes in color, and implementation throughout the US.

What is the Meaning of Traffic Sign Colors? 98265

A sign’s color has an immediate impact on how your read the sign’s message. Learn about the common traffic sign color meanings.

When was the First Stop Sign Installed? 98112

History of the first STOP sign - how it was designed and where it was first installed. See illustrations of the first stop signs, including one from 1914.

Materials & Ordering

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Does Your Pedestrian Crossing Sign Meet Safety Regulations? 69081

Check if your Pedestrian Crossing Sign complies to safety norms. Know about the latest safety standards. Refuse to compromise on safety for a sales pitch.

How to Order Street Signs for Your Property 49031

Select Personal Street Sign & choose an appropriate material & size you need. Step by Step guide ensures to deliver exactly the product you are looking for.

Reflective Traffic Signs 63935

Compare photos and video of Engineer Grade, High Intensity and Diamond Grade reflective traffic signs at night. And explore the history of reflective signs.

Science of Reflectivity 82418

Learn about the physics of Retroreflectivity. Why are signs bright at night? Security Signs for parking lots can make a difference.

Signs: An Aid for Confusing Bike Laws 54508

An article about how signs are valuable support to confusing bike laws. Signs will protect cycling enthusiasts and drivers alike.

Truck Idling: Causes, Effects, and Prevention 65051

Learn more about truck idling, its causes, effects, and prevention, by clicking here.

What do Traffic Sign Shapes Mean? 63783

What does a triangle imply? What are the national norms for an octagon, an oval or a rectangle?

Windmaster Stand & Signface Compatibility 86411

Compare details of our Windmaster stands. Find out which of these stands work best with different kinds of Windmaster signs.

Affordable and High Quality Metal Street Signs 57882

We offer Customized Metal Street Signs made up of Aluminum metal that offers high durability. We provide long lasting street signs at competitive prices.

Best Quality Street Signs at Low Prices 57879

Street Signs for Sale – Personalize a street sign, get a durable, high quality street sign that lasts longer than any other metal. Street Signs on Sale, buy one now!

House Number History 68609

What is the purpose behind House Numbering and Street Naming Systems? How does this save us from the maze of complex town planning? Click to know more.

Road Sign Symbols - Why Action Figures Work Well 98524

Most of us couldn’t begin to count how many we see every single day. And this constant exposure starts long before we even secure a drivers license.