About Us • Company History

 

World Wide Sign Systems (WWSS) and The Channel Letter Factory—a division of WWSS—have been leaders in wholesale sign manufacturing since 1958.

With decades of experience, WWSS brings together a highly skilled and dedicated team capable of producing a full range of sign products to meet your needs. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality illuminated and non-illuminated signage with precision and reliability.

Our product offerings include:

  • Custom-shaped signage.
  • Extruded cabinets.
  • Vacuum-formed faces up to 8′ x 20′ in a single piece (vinyl or paint decorated)
  • Flex faces with vinyl, digital vinyl, or direct print decoration.
  • Digital printed vinyl.
  • Architectural and directional signage.
  • Illuminated and non-illuminated channel letters.
  • Reverse channel letters.
  • Aluminum routed faces with push-thru, flush, or recessed backing.
  • Routed aluminum face size up to 8′ x 20′ in a single piece.

WWSS operates four strategically located manufacturing facilities to ensure efficient production and timely delivery for both single orders and large-volume projects. Our locations include:

These key locations allow us to better serve our customers nationwide while supporting our mission of helping to grow your business.

World Wide Sign Systems & The Channel Letter Factory FAQ's FAQ's
How long has World Wide Sign Systems been in the wholesale sign manufacturing business?

    World Wide Sign Systems (WWSS) has been a leader in wholesale sign manufacturing since 1958, that’s over 65 years of experience serving the sign industry. The company traces its roots back to Bonduel, Wisconsin, where founder Fran Wartman added a vacuum-forming table to his art studio and began producing formed plastic sign products. From those humble beginnings, WWSS has grown into one of the most trusted wholesale sign manufacturers in the United States.

    What is The Channel Letter Factory and how is it related to World Wide Sign Systems?

    The Channel Letter Factory is a division of World Wide Sign Systems, Inc., offering wholesale manufacturing of channel letters using the latest technology to produce quality illuminated signs in a variety of styles. Both operate under the WWSS umbrella and share the same commitment to quality, fast turnaround, and exclusive service to sign retailers and sign companies across the country.

    What does "wholesale sign manufacturer" mean and why does it matter for sign companies?

    A wholesale sign manufacturer like World Wide Sign Systems produces high-quality sign products exclusively for sign retailers and sign companies not for the general public. All signs manufactured by WWSS are sold exclusively to sign companies, allowing those businesses to expand their electrical sign capabilities without investing in costly fabrication equipment of their own. This wholesale model helps sign companies grow their business, take on larger projects, and deliver premium products to their own clients.

    Where are World Wide Sign Systems' wholesale sign manufacturing facilities located?

    WWSS operates four manufacturing plants strategically located to provide timely delivery with facilities in Northeast Wisconsin (two locations), Atlanta, Georgia, and Carson City, Nevada. This coast-to-coast footprint allows WWSS to reduce shipping costs and lead times for sign retailers no matter where they are located in the United States.

    What types of wholesale sign products does World Wide Sign Systems manufacture?

    WWSS specializes in Formed Face Signs, Flexible Face Signs, Extruded Cabinet Signs, Channel Letters, Fabricated Sign Cabinets, Digital Graphics, Architectural Signs, and Custom Signs. Whether a sign company needs a single custom piece or a large-volume national sign program, WWSS has the equipment, expertise, and capacity to deliver.

    Does World Wide Sign Systems offer a blind ship program for sign retailers?

    Yes. WWSS partners with sign companies of all sizes and delivers high-quality signs and fabricated cabinets on-time to any site in the United States through their blind ship program. This means the signs arrive at the job site or your client’s location without any WWSS branding protecting your customer relationship while you focus on sales and installation.

    How did World Wide Sign Systems grow into a national wholesale sign manufacturer?

    From a single vacuum-forming table operated out of a small art studio in Bonduel, Wisconsin, the company evolved through several ownership changes and expansions — adding channel letter fabrication in 1978, a Carson City, Nevada facility in 1995, and eventually an Atlanta, Georgia location — growing into a 100% wholesale sign company serving sign retailers across the entire United States.

    What quality standards does World Wide Sign Systems follow for their wholesale sign products?

    All products manufactured by World Wide Sign Systems are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of shipment. WWSS inspects and tests all signs prior to shipment and photographs every product to document its condition before it leaves the factory. Every sign is also crated to meet or exceed transportation industry standards for common carrier shipments.

    Can World Wide Sign Systems handle both small orders and large national sign programs?

    Absolutely. From a single letter or logo to a full national sign program, World Wide Sign Systems and The Channel Letter Factory are equipped to handle sign projects of any size or scope. With four USA manufacturing facilities and decades of wholesale sign manufacturing experience, WWSS is built to scale with your sign company’s needs whether you’re a small regional shop or managing signage for a national retail chain.

    WHOLESALE SIGN PRODUCTS

    USA Sign Manufacturing • Since 1958

    Extruded Cabinets

    Extruded cabinet signs are often the most economical sign type used for outdoor business signage. Cabinet signs can come in a variety of shapes and sizes to coordinate with the business image.

    Digital Graphics

    Our experienced digital printer operators ensure color consistency & image uniformity. Full color graphics are available for banners, flexible faces, vinyl logo’s for formed faces, and much more!

    Architectural Signs

     World Wide Signs manufacturers custom made architectural signs that will get your business noticed. Fabricated odd-shaped cabinets and pole covers (round, round ends, cut corners, oval, radius corners).

    Fabricated Cabinets

    Fabricated Cabinet Signs are also known as Box Signs. Each sign cabinet is manufactured to last; including the use of CNC manufacturing, strong frames, rust-proof metal, high-end automotive paint, and high-impact plastics or strong flexible-face materials.

    Form Faced

    Our formed face signs are custom made to your specifications. Through our time tested process, we mold plastic over designs that you approve.

    Channel Letters

    Channel Letters and Channel Lettering are very popular for lighted business signs. These signs can be used indoor or out as they are durable and weather resistant. 

    Custom Signs

     World Wide Signs manufacturers custom signs that will get your business noticed. Whether your sign is round, square or a unique shape we can help. 

    Flex Faces / Cabinets

    World Wide Sign Systems offers Backlit Flex Face prints using translucent flexible vinyl, digital prints and direct printing to the substrate.