Wholesale Navigation Signs

The common GPS symbol is a stylized location pin — a teardrop shape with a circular hole or dot at its wider top, pointing downward to a specific point. It is used on digital maps and navigation apps and differs from physical wayfinding signage, which typically uses arrows, text, and icons instead.

A navigation signal generally refers to a transmitted signal, such as GPS or radio beacon data, used by vehicles, ships, or aircraft to determine position and direction. This differs from physical navigation signs, which are stationary signage used inside and outside buildings to direct foot traffic and identify locations.

Navigation signs are manufactured in a virtually limitless range of substrates, including architectural films, high-pressure laminates, metal surfaces, aluminum composites, engraving plastics, acrylics, and more. Material selection depends on the application environment, aesthetic requirements, and whether the sign is used indoors, outdoors, or in high-traffic commercial settings requiring added durability.

Not all navigation signs require Braille and tactile characters — ADA rules primarily apply to permanent room identification and certain directional signs. However, all signage should meet visual contrast, font size, and mounting height guidelines, and Caribee provides ADA Compliance Guidelines to help sign professionals verify requirements per project.

Wayfinding signs use directional arrows and text to guide people toward specific destinations, such as restrooms or exits, while directory signs display a comprehensive list of rooms, departments, or businesses within a building, often organized by floor, to help visitors locate a specific destination before navigating there.

Yes, many navigation signs are engineered for indoor and outdoor use with a virtually limitless range of substrates, including architectural films, high-pressure laminates, metal surfaces, aluminum composites, engraving plastics, acrylics, and more. Outdoor wayfinding and ancillary signage can be customized in size, color, and mounting style, including wall-mounted, standoff, or freestanding A-frame configurations.