Manufacturing Partner Built for Sign Companies

Permaformed is a woman-owned wholesale manufacturing company built specifically for sign companies. Unlike shops that compete for the same end clients, we exist to be your production partner - giving you the capacity to take on ADA projects without the capital investment in equipment and expertise.

Who We Are

Woman-Owned & Certified

Permaformed is a certified woman-owned business, providing sign companies with a valuable partner for projects requiring WOB participation or supplier diversity documentation.

Based in Central Florida

Our facility houses thermoforming, UV printing, laser cutting, and CNC routing capabilities under one roof. Everything you need to deliver premium ADA signage to your clients.

Built for Sign Companies

Our entire operation - from quoting to shipping - is designed around making your life easier. We understand the sign industry because wholesale manufacturing is all we do.

Our Facility & Equipment

Thermoforming (Compression Molding Press)

  • Precise temperature control for consistent results
  • Multiple mold configurations for standard and custom signs
  • Capacity for high-volume production runs
  • Tool inventory for common sign layouts
  • Multiple textures available for first surface

UV Direct Printing

  • High-resolution photographic output
  • Instant cure for fast production
  • White ink capability for layered effects
  • Variable data printing for serialization

CNC Routing

  • Cut acrylic, aluminum, wood, and composite materials
  • Routing, drilling, and edge profiling
  • Automated production for volume efficiency
  • Tight tolerances for dimensional accuracy

C02 Laser Cutting

  • Intricate cutting for applique and dimensional work
  • Clean edges on acrylic and other materials
  • Engraving capabilities
  • Small detail work impossible with routing

Material Inventory

We stock:

  • 50+ colors of cast acrylic in multiple thicknesses
  • Aluminum substrates and backer plates
  • Mounting hardware and installation supplies
  • Specialty materials for custom applications

Why We Started Permaformed

The Gap in the Market

We saw talented sign companies turning down profitable ADA work because they lacked thermoforming equipment. The capital investment—easily $150,000-$300,000 for press, molds, and tooling—didn't make sense for shops doing occasional ADA projects.

The Problem

Meanwhile, their clients were getting quotes from competitors who could handle thermoformed work or settling for lower-quality alternatives like photo polymer or raster braille.

The Solution

Permaformed makes our thermoforming capacity available to the entire industry. Sign companies can now compete on premium projects without the capital risk. They quote the work, maintain the client relationship, and earn the margin while we handle the specialized manufacturing.

Our Commitment

  • Treat every sign company as a valued partner, not a competitor
  • Maintain quality standards that make you look good to your clients
  • Deliver on time, every time, so your project schedules hold
  • Operate white label so your client relationships stay yours
  • Price fairly so you can make margin without pricing yourself out

Quality & Compliance

ADA Expertise

We stay current on Americans with Disabilities Act requirements including:

  • Tactile character specifications (height, spacing, stroke width)
  • Grade 2 braille standards and translation accuracy
  • Color contrast requirements for visibility
  • Mounting height regulations and reach ranges
  • Finish and glare limitations

Material Inspection

Every sheet of acrylic is inspected before production. No scratches, inclusions, or defects make it onto the thermoforming press.

In-Process Checks

During production, random samples are pulled for dimensional verification, tactile character height measurement, braille dot spacing confirmation, and color consistency validation.

Final Inspection

Before packaging, every sign is checked for visual defects, verified for tactile accuracy, inspected for edge finish quality, and tested for mounting hardware alignment.

Packaging Review

Signs are individually wrapped, corner-protected, and boxed to prevent damage in transit. We've shipped thousands of signs nationwide with virtually zero damage claims.

Certifications Available

For projects requiring documentation, we provide:

  • Material certifications
  • Woman-owned business certification

Sustainability & LEED Support

100% Recycled Acrylic Available

We offer thermoformed signage manufactured from 100% recycled acrylic that can contribute to LEED certification requirements. Same quality, same durability, with documented environmental benefits for green building projects.

Material Efficiency

Our CNC and laser cutting systems maximize material yield, reducing waste. Scrap acrylic is collected and recycled.

Energy Efficiency

UV printing eliminates solvent-based inks and associated VOC emissions. Instant cure reduces energy consumption compared to conventional printing.

LEED Documentation

For projects pursuing LEED certification, we provide material documentation including recycled content percentages and manufacturing process information.

Visit Us

See the Facility

Sign companies are welcome to tour our Central Florida manufacturing facility. See the thermoforming process, inspect material quality, and meet our production team.

Schedule a Visit

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Our Team

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Production Team

Experienced operators who understand sign manufacturing, ADA requirements, and quality standards.

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Account Management

Dedicated support for quoting, project coordination, and problem-solving.

Quality Control

Specialists focused on ADA compliance verification and final inspection.

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Shipping & Logistics

Experts in packaging signage for damage-free delivery nationwide.

Ready to Partner With Us?

Let's discuss how Permaformed can help you expand your ADA signage capabilities.