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From B.C. to A.D.: The History of Traffic Signs

April 1, 2013

Traffic signs are a part of our everyday lives. Most of us don’t even give them a second look, but these roadway fixtures actually play a big part in keeping us safe and our traffic system in order.

We all know traffic signs come in different shapes and colors, show different symbols and wordings, and are standardized by the Department of Transportation, but have you ever wondered how traffic signs came about?

Stop Sign

The iconic stop sign was born in 1954.

Today’s traffic signs evolved from the Roman milestones. Back in the day, the Romans used 2-ton monoliths as reference points to inform travelers the distance and direction to Rome, the empire’s capital. The first milepost, called Milliarium Aureum, marked the beginning of Rome’s vast road system, hence the saying, “All roads lead to Rome”. (more…)

Posted in General Safety, Safety & Security Solutions, Signs, Stop Signs, Traffic and Parking Signs, Traffic and Parking Signs General | 2 Comments »

Two Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing Sign Materials

January 3, 2013
Signs

Ensure you get your money’s worth by buying durable signs.

In this tech-savvy era, owning a smartphone has turned into a necessity instead of a luxury. The worldwide web has been bombarded with reviews and comparisons, enumerating the pros and cons of each phone feature, to establish which phone is the smartest of them all.

Picking the right material for your signs is no different. You need to consider several factors to decide which one would suit you best. Even the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates that you must consider the type of material used in your signs.

Your choice generally depends on how your sign will be used. Here are the two questions you should ask yourself when selecting sign materials: (more…)

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Get to Know Your Signs

December 11, 2012
Signs

Use signs to communicate effectively and efficiently in your workplace.

You need signs to guide your workers as they go about their daily lives and warn them of workplace hazards. But aside from that, you should also use signs to meet legal requirements. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) mandates the proper design, application, and use of safety signs as outlined in Specifications for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags (1910.145).

According to 1910.145, signs must be free from sharp edges, so stick to round or blunt corners. You should also follow the color standards, such as red, black and white for danger signs and yellow background with black letters for caution signs.  OSHA requires that signs be visible to employees at all times.

Here at Emedco, we offer a wide variety of signs that comply with OSHA’s requirements. Take your pick! (more…)

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Why you should vote for Emedco

November 6, 2012

Vote for Emedco

Election Day 2012 is finally here and while some are still trying to figure out who to vote for, there’s only one candidate when it comes to selecting your safety and identification products: Emedco!

Not convinced? Here’s where we stand on the important issues:

Value & Quality: Let’s be real, Emedco isn’t the cheapest supplier out there, but you get what you pay for. We offer the highest quality safety products and safety supplies which are guaranteed to last, giving you more bang for your buck.

Selection: Emedco carries over 250,000 products! We offer traffic and parking signs, safety signs, safety labels, inspection tags and so much more! Thousands of products can be customized online, which means you get exactly what you want, every time. How often can you say that about a political candidate?

Experience: With over 60 years of industry experience, Emedco has solidified itself as the leading manufacturer and distributor of signs and identification products.

Our guarantee: Products from Emedco come with a 100% satisfaction guaranteed, which means if we don’t put a smile on your face, then we will replace your product, no questions asked.

Wait, there’s more: Emedco isn’t just about general safety signs, tags and labels. The recently launched mining site offers a one-stop-shop for those in the mining industry. The site offers everything from exit and evacuation products to blasting necessities.

So while you’re standing in the poll lines, remember that you could be in the comfort of your home, voting for Emedco online or over the phone.

Posted in General Safety, Inspection tags, Safety Labels, Safety Tags, Traffic and Parking Signs, Workplace Safety | Leave a Comment »

Traffic Cones and Barricades: Your Plastic Lifesavers

October 19, 2012
Traffic Cone and Barricade

Traffic cones and barricades promote safety every where, every time!

Move over, Captain America and Iron Man! Who needs any member of The Avengers when you can protect people using plastic. Yes, plastic — in the form of traffic cones and barricades.

Still can’t believe it? Find out how these portable, bright-colored safety devices can save you, your employees, and the public from harm and inconvenience. (more…)

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