Bob’s Stores began in 1954 and have always been committed to value – and they found it with SIGN Lite and new LED lighting for their large Bob’s signs. “Bob’s Stores changed over many of their signs from energy-draining lamps to energy-efficient LEDs,” said SIGN Lite President Elaine DeTulio. “The new signs are brighter and will need far less maintenance than lamps. They are a real win-win.” LED lights are about 80 percent efficient, versus incandescent lights at about 20 percent efficiency, and can have a life of up to 100,000 hours.  The Bob’s sign pictured here is 18 feet tall by 25 feet wide.

When the State of Connecticut decided to spend $178 million statewide to completely make over the 23 north- and south-bound rest stops along the Merritt Parkway, SIGN Lite was the company they chose for all of the signage.

 “SIGN Lite was brought in to design, fabricate and install the sign program,” explained Mark DeTulio, one of the company’s owners. “These designs will be seen throughout this area for generations to come.”

The project, which includes expanded facilities and the addition of Subway and Dunkin Donuts, was announced in April and is scheduled for completion by spring, 2012. The Merritt Parkway, with its famous art deco bridges, is listed as a National Scenic Byway by the U.S. Federal Highway Administration.

Sign Lite is manufacturing and installing a solar-powered lighting system for a Wallingford, Connecticut business that will provide cost-free energy for many years with little to no service requirements.  The project harnesses the sun's energy through three 80 watt LED light fixtures. The LED lights are powered by four 100 amp batteries charged by six solar panels that are virtually damage proof and vandal resistant.  Lighting functions and charging are processed through an MPPT controller, timer wattage meter and photo cell that are all housed in an aluminum cabinet.  The LED fixtures carry a five-year manufacturers warranty.

SIGN Lite has donated signage and banners for The Hole in the Wall Gang, founded by actor and philanthropist Paul Newman. With corporate offices in New Haven, Connecticut, its original camp in Ashford, Connecticut, and programs throughout the world, The Hole in the Wall Gang camps provide services and programs to children with cancer and other serious illnesses and conditions. SIGN Lite has been donating signs and banners to the organization for the past five years.

Elaine DeTulio President
Kenneth DeTulio Treasurer
Mark DeTulio Secretary

Through their participation in United Illuminating’s Small Business Energy Advantage Program, SIGN Lite received an award for business leadership and environmental stewardship. The company was recognized for taking advantage of conservation programs from the Connecticut Energy Conservation Load Management Fund. SIGN Lite partnered with UI to retrofit all the lighting in its building to increase its energy efficiency. SIGN Lite also partnered with UI to buy a new energy-efficient air compressor as well as energy-efficient commercial air conditioners. President Elaine DeTulio estimates the changes have saved over $31,000 and 76,121 pounds of coal from being burned.  “This was a win-win,” she explained. “We reduced the company’s energy use drain on the electrical grid and SIGN Lite received financial assistance from UI to install this new energy-efficient equipment.” Any companies interested in the details of the program can contact DeTulio for more information.

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Elaine DeTulio President
Kenneth DeTulio Treasurer
Mark DeTulio Secretary

When residents of Prospect decide to head out to the ball game, they’ll know exactly where to go, thanks to a recent donation of signage for the Fusco Little League Field from SIGN Lite, Inc. SIGN Lite also donated other signs at the park. SIGN Lite owners and brothers Ken DeTulio (left) and Mark DeTulio both played little league baseball while growing up in Prospect, with dad and SIGN Lite founder John DeTulio coaching the team. Now, Ken and Mark are involved with coaching their own sons John and Nicholas, respectively. The North Haven company has been designing, fabricating and installing high-quality custom signage for clients across the country since 1966