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Daktronics to supply Texas DOT with new message signs

US dynamic message sign (DMS) supplier is to provide Texas Department of Transportation with 16 new message signs. Nine Vanguard VF-2020 walk-in displays will provide motorists with weather alerts and public safety announcements, while seven Vanguard VF-2420 displays will also assist with Amber Alerts, road incidents and construction information. Daktronics Vanguard DMS offers a variety of character heights from 6-18 inches with products ranging from single line to large scale to accommodate any road set
September 27, 2017 Read time: 1 min
US dynamic message sign (DMS) supplier is to provide 375 Texas Department of Transportation with 16 new message signs. Nine Vanguard VF-2020 walk-in displays will provide motorists with weather alerts and public safety announcements, while seven Vanguard VF-2420 displays will also assist with Amber Alerts, road incidents and construction information.


32 Daktronics Vanguard DMS offers a variety of character heights from 6-18 inches with products ranging from single line to large scale to accommodate any road setting.

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