New state-of-the-art electronic message center to be installed by end of December

Kirkland, WA /prbuzz/  January 5, 2011 — Josh Holmes is part of the team that selected the companies to complete a crucial piece for the newest entertainment venue in the Pacific Northwest; the ShoWare Center in Kent, Washington.  Since opening nearly two years ago, the city of Kent and operator SMG wanted to install a full colored electronic message center mounted on a pylon at the corner entrance to the building.

“We solicited and received half a dozen bids to provide and install a digital video billboard and pylon,” said Holmes, Director of Operations for SMG and ShoWare Center.  “We awarded the contract to The Sign Factory based on their recommended technology, cost estimate, and track record of working with highly visible sports and entertainment venues.”

The single pylon consists of a round pole with a metal wrapping and a durable painted surface to match elements of the building’s exterior.  The pole is a little more than two feet in diameter, minimizing the impact of the pedestrian plaza.  The V shaped, two- sided design makes it possible for both ShoWare Center’s branded image and the upcoming events schedule to be displayed prominently to both vehicular traffic on James Street and guests on the plaza.

“Based on our relationship with watchFire, our full in-house services and expertise in sports and entertainment venues, we were able to dedicate some budget resources toward future upgrades,” said Jim Risher, President, The Sign Factory.  “As a result, ShoWare will have some flexibility for enhancements that were not part of the budget.”

Holmes says the team was very organized, professional, timely and cooperative with all of the parties involved with the project.  “The Sign Factory has assisted us in every aspect of our signage project- from the selection of affordable technology to acquiring equipment and working with very tight deadlines.  We have been pleased with their knowledge and guidance.”

The Sign Factory has successfully created and installed cutting-edge branding signage for several high- profile sports and entertainment venues/teams including Safeco Field- Seattle Mariners/ING Direct and VMAC Training Center/Seattle Seahawks.  For more information on how your venue can leverage state-of-the-art design and technology, please visit www.thesignfactoryusa.comor call 425-822-1200.

For more information regarding ShoWare Center, please visit www.showarecenter.com

For more information regarding watchFire, please visit www.watchfiredigitaloutdoor.com