Every sign in an office open to the public must meet ADA standards, including tactile characters, Grade 2 Braille, correct mounting height, proper color contrast, and appropriate pictograms. If any of these elements are incorrect, it could result in the sign being rejected, building delays, or a compliance complaint later. And if you’re outfitting an entire floor or handling a repeat order, the bigger question is whether a single vendor can deliver it all consistently, rather than sourcing signage from multiple vendors.
Here at Bellco, we’ve been manufacturing made-to-order signage since 1946 and custom ADA and wayfinding signs since the Americans with Disabilities Act became law in 1990. We’re also one of the largest producers in the country, with all products manufactured at our wholesale warehouse production facility. We have full custom capabilities and can meet your ADA office signage needs, ensuring all of your spaces are accessible.
Outfitting an Office Shouldn’t Mean Guessing at ADA Rules
We understand your need to get things right. ADA-compliant office signs shouldn’t require guesswork, and at Bellco, they don’t.
Non-Compliant Office Signs: The Stakes
Office signage is governed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and getting it wrong carries real consequences. Non-compliant signs are ADA violations that can lead to legal ramifications and/or fines. On a new build or renovation, for example, a failed inspection can delay the issuance of a certificate of occupancy. And for an existing office building, incorrect Braille, incorrect mounting height, the wrong color contrast, or a pictogram that doesn’t meet ADA standards means reordering, not to mention taking a hit to your reputation and bottom line.
Bellco clients don’t have to worry about those issues because, after 80 years in business, compliance is our expertise.
How Bellco Delivers
Built Compliant
Every office sign we manufacture is built to ADA standards with raised tactile characters, Grade 2 Braille, correct pictograms, non-glare finishes, and proper color contrast. Signs are placed on the latch side of doorways where required, at the mounting height mandated by ADA regulations. All resulting in your door and room signs passing inspection the first time, no guesswork involved.
Your Entire Office’s Sign System, All From One Source
We supply all signage in matching material and finish, including:
- Door signs
- Room number signs
- Name plates and insert signs
- Restroom signs
- Exit signs
- Directional signs
- Wayfinding signs
- Elevator signs
- Egress signs
- Life Safety signs
Our customers can rest assured they’ll receive signage with consistent branding across all floors and the entire office building, all supplied by a single partner rather than five vendors.
Wholesale Pricing for the Trade
As a reliable supplier and wholesaler, we help resellers achieve better margins through access to trade pricing, enhanced volume support, and our 2025-26 Wholesale ADA Catalog. You gain a dependable manufacturing partner that supports large projects while helping you maintain competitive pricing for your customers.
Why Businesses and Sign Pros Choose Bellco
80 Years of Signage Experience (ADA Signage Experts)
As a pioneer in engraved signage and one of the nation’s largest ADA and wayfinding manufacturers, we’ve made it our mission to be the ADA expert that gets office signs right. Decades of manufacturing experience mean we’ve already solved the compliance challenges you’re facing today, so you can order with confidence rather than second-guess every specification.
Compliance Guidance, Not Just a Product
ADA requirements can feel overwhelming, especially when outfitting a new construction, renovations, or large office expansions. We’re here to walk buyers through ADA requirements for new construction and renovations, ensuring your informational signs meet code, your budget, and project timelines.
Manufacturer Direct
Being a Wholesale Manufacturer who sells directly to other sign companies gives you one-on-one communication with an Estimator, giving you greater control over quality, customization, turnaround times, and pricing. Since we fabricate all the products we sell in our own warehouse, we’re able to provide consistent quality and dependable support from your first quote through production and delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What makes an office sign ADA-compliant?
An office sign is ADA-compliant when it includes raised tactile lettering and Grade 2 Braille, meets required mounting height and color-contrast standards, and uses the correct pictograms or international symbol, where applicable—all elements that ensure accessibility. ADA regulations also govern materials and finishes, since signs shouldn’t cause glare and should maintain visibility for visitors with visual impairments.
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Which office signs are required to be ADA-compliant, and do name plates and door signs count?
Permanent room signs, including room number signs, restroom signs, exit signs, elevator signs, egress signs, life safety signs, and directional signs, are required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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How high should ADA office/door signs be mounted, and where should they be placed beside the door?
ADA office and door signs typically need to be mounted on the latch side of the doorway, and the tactile text should be positioned at a specific height range above the floor. Check your jurisdiction before installation to confirm any local regulations in addition to federal ADA standards.
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Do office room signs need Braille?
Yes, permanent room signs, such as those for restrooms, exits, and room numbers, require Grade 2 Braille beneath the tactile characters. Braille characters must follow specific dot spacing and sizing rules to remain readable for people with visual impairments.
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What’s the difference between permanent room signs and interchangeable nameplate signs under the ADA?
Permanent room signs identify spaces that won’t change, such as restrooms or exits, and must include tactile characters and Braille per the ADA. Interchangeable nameplate signs, often used for offices or conference rooms where company names or occupants change, must also use raised text and grade II Braille, but can also incorporate a window or slider section where the changeable information can be easily swapped out as needed.
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Can Bellco make custom ADA office signs that match our branding?
Yes! We at Bellco offer custom ADA signs in a range of materials and colors, with custom logos in single- and full-color options to match office branding while ensuring compliance with required ADA elements.
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Can I order office signage for an entire building or suite at once?
Yes, at Bellco, we can supply sign systems for your entire office, from door signs and room signs to restroom, exit, and directional signage, so an entire building or suite can be outfitted from one source with a consistent look.
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Do you offer wholesale/trade pricing on office signs?
Yes, we only sell to the trade, so sign companies have access to our wholesale pricing on office signs, along with our Wholesale ADA Catalog and volume support for larger orders.
Ready to Order ADA-Compliant Office Signs?
At Bellco, we’ve manufactured engraved signage since 1946, and ADA-compliant signs since 1990, and that experience means your office signage is built to pass compliance the first time.