Client Results
Chase Bank
Client Results
How Philadelphia Sign Supported Chase Bank’s National Branch Conversion and Signage Program
Philadelphia Sign, part of PSCO Sign Group, has supported Chase Bank with branch conversions, high-rise signage, rebranding programs, and energy-efficient signage upgrades across the United States. The relationship includes a 664-location Washington Mutual conversion program and more than three decades of signage support for one of the country’s largest banking networks.
At a Glance
- More than 35 years supporting Chase Bank signage programs
- 664 turnkey branch conversions completed during the Chase/Washington Mutual program
- National support for branch branding, rebrands, and high-rise signage
- Experience managing large-scale banking conversions across multiple states
- Ongoing support for energy-efficient signage upgrades
The Challenge
For a national banking brand, signage programs need to support consistency, compliance, and visibility across a large and evolving branch network. New branding initiatives, acquisitions, branch conversions, and high-rise installations all require careful coordination to maintain brand standards while meeting local requirements and project timelines.
For Chase Bank, that meant working with a signage partner capable of managing complex projects across multiple regions, from large-scale conversion programs to urban high-rise installations and long-term signage updates.
The Solution
Philadelphia Sign, part of PSCO Sign Group, has worked with Chase Bank since 1989, providing signage support across its national branch network. The relationship has included rebranding projects, large-scale conversions, high-rise signage, and lighting upgrades designed to keep the Chase brand visible, consistent, and current across multiple markets.
Branch Conversions and Rebrands
One of the most significant programs in the relationship was the Chase/Washington Mutual conversion, where Philadelphia Sign was awarded 664 turnkey locations across Northern California, Washington, New York, and New Jersey. The project required detailed planning, close coordination, and on-site project management to keep installations on schedule and aligned with regulatory requirements.
High-Rise Signage
The program has also included high-rise signage projects in major cities across the United States. These installations required experience with engineering, permitting, urban access, and building code compliance in demanding metropolitan environments.
Lighting and Sustainability Upgrades
Over time, Philadelphia Sign also supported Chase Bank’s move toward more energy-efficient signage by helping convert existing fluorescent signage to LED illumination. These updates aligned with Chase’s broader sustainability goals while improving long-term performance and efficiency.
The Results
- More than three decades of signage partnership with Chase Bank
- 664 turnkey conversion locations completed during the Washington Mutual program
- National support across branch branding, rebrands, and high-rise signage
- Ongoing implementation of energy-efficient signage upgrades
- Coordinated project management across multiple markets and installation environments
What Does a National Banking Signage Partner Need to Handle?
A national banking signage program often requires more than fabrication or installation alone. Banks need a partner that can coordinate project management, permitting, manufacturing, field execution, and long-term brand updates across many locations and building types.
That includes branch conversions, rebrands, high-rise signage, lighting upgrades, and the operational discipline required to keep programs moving across multiple markets.
Why Do Large-Scale Bank Conversions Require Dedicated Project Management?
Large-scale bank conversions involve multiple timelines, regulatory requirements, site conditions, and installation teams. Without centralized project coordination, it becomes more difficult to maintain schedule control, budget discipline, and brand consistency across all locations.
The Chase/Washington Mutual program is a strong example of why large banking conversions benefit from a partner with experience managing complex, multi-state rollouts.
An Ongoing Partnership
Philadelphia Sign’s long-standing relationship with Chase Bank reflects the value of a signage partner that can support both large conversion programs and ongoing brand maintenance needs over time. From national branch updates to high-rise installations and energy-efficient upgrades, the program has required experience, coordination, and consistency across a wide range of environments.