Statement-Making Architectural Signage
Your Go-To Foundry for Creating Legacies,
One Sign at a Time
78 Years of High-Quality Architectural Signage
For over 78 years, A.R.K. Ramos has crafted every design and detail, regardless of its simplicity or intricacy. Our signs are refined with precision by the expert hands of our artisans, ensuring perfection and excellence in every piece.
Regardless of the project you choose, our team at A.R.K. Ramos is dedicated to ensuring your signage is exactly what you need and crafted to perfection.
Who We Work With
We are a legacy building wholesale manufacturer in the USA serving primarily…
Architects
Contractors
Division 10 companies
Sign companies
Marketing companies
You’re likely to see our signage across the country on government buildings, K-12 schools and universities, industrial companies and a variety of businesses big and small.
We put our all into every project to ensure you receive architectural signage that stands the test of time.
The Takeoff Tool
Simplify Submissions
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Our Products
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![A large bronze cast plaque featuring the official seal of the State of Texas, mounted on a textured stone wall. The plaque showcases a prominent star surrounded by detailed laurel and oak branches, highlighting the craftsmanship, durability, and sign]()
Cast Plaques
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![A large architectural clock tower featuring custom cast metal letters for "MidFirst," crafted with precision and durability. The brick structure includes two black-faced clocks with gold Roman numerals, showcasing professional-grade exterior signage,]()
Cast Letters
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![Two custom engraved plaques featuring The Chairman's Award and The John L. Plewes Award for the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. The plaques display precise etching on black metal plates mounted on wooden backings, showcasing professionali]()
Etched Plaques
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![A bronze cast plaque for the Barona Band of Mission Indians, featuring intricate engraving with cultural symbols and the year "1932." The plaque highlights exceptional craftsmanship, with detailed imagery of pottery, landscapes, and rays of sunlight,]()
Low Relief/Perfect Impression™ Plaques
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![Illuminated exterior signage for State Farm featuring fabricated channel letters with red and white accents for "State Farm" and the agent name "Wendy Most." The sleek design and backlit letters provide high visibility, ideal for corporate and commer]()
Fabricated Reverse Channel Letters
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![Custom bronze cut letters embedded in a curved concrete walkway, spelling "Fred Jones" with a stylish script font. The design integrates seamlessly into the pavement, offering a durable and elegant solution for outdoor wayfinding or memorial signage.]()
Cut Letters
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![A collection of ADA-compliant restroom and informational signs in various colors, featuring raised icons and braille for accessibility. The signs include symbols for men, women, wheelchair access, restrooms, and no smoking, designed for durable publi]()
ADA Signage
Our Process
Here at A.R.K. Ramos, it’s essential that our foundry not only provides the highest quality work, but also creates an efficient process that’s easy for you to order.
Our foundry has manufactured and supplied premium architectural signage, custom plaques, and letters for businesses and organizations worldwide. We pride ourselves on offering the best quality, value, and customer service in the industry.
1. Explore Our Products
Look through our catalog to explore the architectural signage, custom plaques, and letters that you can choose from to create the legacy building signs you need.
2. Submit a Quote
Let us know what you have in mind for your order, and we’ll send you a quote. Once you accept the quote, we’ll get started on your project!
3. Send Resources
We’ll compile any logos or artwork that we need from you on your project. Then, we’ll take it from there, making sure your project receives the detailed work it deserves.
4. Celebrate Your Project
You now have a metal sign or custom plaque that will live on for years, creating a legacy you should be proud of. It’s time to celebrate!
Our Catalog
Architectural Signage, Custom Plaques & More
Want to sift through our work before bringing your vision to life? Explore our FREE downloadable catalog.
Ready to Dive In?
Whether you’ve got a detailed custom plaque in mind, or are unsure where to start, we can help! Our foundry is here to offer our support and expertise no matter where you are in the process to ensure your architectural signage is exactly what you need it to be.
That being said, let’s get started!
Frequently Asked Questions
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We produce a broad range of architectural signage, including cast plaques, etched plaques, precision cut and cast letters, reverse channel letters, and ADA signage. All products are custom manufactured in the United States with extreme care and attention to detail by our experienced team.
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A.R.K. Ramos was founded in 1946 and is a family-owned architectural foundry with nearly 80 years of experience designing and fabricating custom durable metal signage.
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Item descriptionYes. Many of our signs — especially cast plaques and letters — are designed for long-term exterior performance. We use durable metals and finishes that stand up to weather and environmental exposure.
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Absolutely. All of our signage is custom manufactured based on your design goals, materials, finishes, and mounting preferences. We can work from your artwork, or our design team can create production-ready designs from your high-resolution files or concepts.
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A.R.K. Ramos primarily works with architects, contractors, sign companies, designers, and other industry professionals on projects of all sizes, from single plaques to large multi-sign projects. Our signage solutions support projects for commercial buildings, campuses, parks, churches, government facilities, cultural institutions, and more across the United States.
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Lead times vary based on the product type, materials, size, and current production schedule. When you request a quote, we’ll share an estimated timeline and work with you closely through the design and approval process to keep your project on track.
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