Pole Signs (Pylon)

Pole Signs (Pylon Signs) and How They Work with LED Displays

Pole signs — also known as pylon signs — are freestanding signs mounted on one or more vertical poles. They are designed to be tall, highly visible, and easy to spot from a distance, making them a popular choice for highways, busy streets, shopping centers, and gas stations.

When combined with an LED display, pole signs become powerful advertising tools that can attract attention day or night with dynamic content, not just static branding.

Why Use a Pole Sign with LED?

  • Visibility: Elevated height makes your message visible over obstacles, trees, or nearby buildings.

  • Traffic Reach: Perfect for reaching drivers from long distances or high-speed roads.

  • Brand Impact: A static ID panel (with your logo) plus an LED message center (with changeable content) creates a strong presence.

  • Flexibility: Content can be updated in minutes with LED software, keeping your advertising fresh and relevant.

Types of Pole (Pylon) Signs with LED

  1. Single-Pole Signs

    • Mounted on one vertical steel pole.

    • Clean, simple design.

    • Often used by gas stations, small businesses, or roadside stores.

    • Can support a single LED display or a combo of LED + static panel.

  2. Twin-Pole Signs

    • Mounted on two poles for added stability.

    • Common for larger LED displays or when wind load requirements are higher.

    • Provides more design flexibility (arch, frame, or decorative covers).

  3. Monument-Pylon Hybrid

    • A shorter version of a pylon, combining the look of a monument base with elevated height.

    • Often used in shopping plazas or community entrances where visibility is needed but full highway height isn’t required.

  4. Combination Signs

    • Blend a static illuminated cabinet (with the business name/logo) on top with an LED display below.

    • Popular for retail centers and franchises that want brand consistency plus dynamic advertising.

  5. Double-Sided Pole Signs

    • Displayed on both sides of the pole(s) so traffic traveling in either direction can see the LED content.

    • Especially useful along highways and busy two-way streets.

Key Considerations for LED Pole Signs

  • Height: Local zoning laws often dictate how tall your sign can be.

  • Structure: Large LED displays may require twin poles or engineered steel frames.

  • Wind Load: Pole signs must be engineered to withstand wind and weather conditions in your region.

  • Maintenance Access: Ensure the cabinet design allows safe servicing of the LED modules and electronics.

The Bottom Line

Pole (pylon) signs remain one of the most effective ways to showcase LED displays for maximum visibility and impact. Whether you choose a single-pole, twin-pole, or hybrid style, the combination of height and digital advertising ensures your message is seen by the largest possible audience.