From scoping to game-day, see how the ABC × Daktronics partnership de-risks large LED boards for campuses and pro venues—faster, safer, on-brand.

Why the partnership matters

Large-format LED scoreboards and video displays are complex systems—not just a sign, but a blend of structure, power, data, content, and safety. ABC Sign Corp’s on-the-ground fabrication and installation expertise pairs with Daktronics’ LED engineering and control systems to deliver one coordinated team for athletic programs, arenas, and stadium operators.

The streamlined workflow (end-to-end)

1) Discovery & scope alignment

• Define scoreboard size, viewing distances, sponsor inventory, and content needs.
• Align on timelines around seasons and blackout dates (no surprise outages).

2) Pre-construction engineering

• Wind-load, foundations, structural steel, and mounting methods sized for site conditions.
• Electrical planning (circuits, controls, redundancy) and conduit routes coordinated early.

3) Controls, content, and game day ops

• Select the right Daktronics control suite and playback workflows for live events.
• Map sponsor loops, hype moments, and campus promos before hardware is locked.

4) Procurement & fabrication

• ABC fabricates support structures, custom cladding, and integrated branding elements.
• Parallel paths keep LED lead times and site work moving together.

5) Site logistics & safety

• Lift plans, crane/bucket-truck access, traffic control, and rigging are scheduled around campus/arena events.
• Risk is reduced via experienced crews used to tight urban or campus sites.

6) Installation & commissioning

• Steel set, cabinets placed, tiles aligned and calibrated; then signal paths and controls are tested.
• Brightness profiles and color accuracy dialed to venue lighting.

7) Training & hand off

• Ops teams get a clear playbook for show control, content refresh, and troubleshooting.
• Contacts for same-day support during events are documented.

8) Ongoing service & upgrades

• Serviceable modules and documented part numbers shorten downtime.
• Clear paths for future size, pixel density, or control upgrades.

What changes for schools vs. pro venues

Schools & Universities

• Season-aware scheduling: installs around semesters, playoffs, and graduations.
• Sponsor enablement: templates for sponsor loops that comply with school brand standards.
• Campus wayfinding tie-ins: integrate arrival signage and concourse graphics.

Pro Venues

• Broadcast demands: tighter latency, camera-friendly color/refresh settings.
• Premium zones: suites, concourses, and exterior monuments coordinated for a unified look.
• High-frequency events: redundancy and rapid-response service SLAs.

Hallmark results you can expect

• Shorter timelines through parallel engineering + fabrication and coordinated vendor management.
• Cleaner approvals because structural, electrical, and content plans are aligned early.
• Lower risk on crane day via tested lift plans and experienced crews.
• Better fan experience with calibrated color/brightness and purposeful content design.

Real-world project cues

• Curved, large-format video boards that showcase complex steel, precise alignment, and premium finishes.
• University scoreboards and arena rebrands (concourses, entries, locker rooms/greenrooms) demonstrating campus-wide cohesion.
• Enterprise branding where exterior monuments, pylons, and interior wayfinding all read as one system.

Planning a big board? Start with these 5 questions

1. What’s the primary job of the display (live gameplay, replays, sponsor inventory, campus promos)?
2. What does the venue calendar look like—when are our no-install windows?
3. How will content be produced, scheduled, and approved?
4. Where are our structural and electrical constraints—and can we pre-run conduit?
5. What service expectations do we have on event days (response time, spares)?

Why ABC + Daktronics

You get one integrated team: stadium-grade LED engineering and controls from Daktronics, plus ABC’s in-house fabrication, certified installers, heavy equipment, and Northeast permitting know-how. That’s how complex big-board projects cross the finish line—on time, on brand, and game-day ready.

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