Signs made, installed, maintained

HM Graphics & Signs

HM Graphics & Signs handles design, fabrication, installation and maintenance from Hartbeespoort to Pretoria with one team managing the job. We work with retailers, brands and municipalities that need signs done properly, on time and built for South African conditions.

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Design With Purpose

We develop signage concepts and artwork that fit the site, the audience and the client’s operational needs.

Manufactured In House

Our workshop handles fabrication, printing, finishing and assembly for better quality control and lead times.

Installed On Site

From shopfront branding to wayfinding systems, our crews install safely and neatly across active commercial sites.

Built For Longevity

We specify materials and fixing methods suited to South African weather, public use and ongoing maintenance.

Signs and branding that hold up in real conditions

We supply signage for shops, offices, sites, fleets and public spaces, from a single directional board to a full roll-out across several branches. Our work covers the practical details clients care about most: clear visibility, durable materials, tidy finishing and proper fixing methods for wind, sun, dust and coastal humidity where needed.

Because we do the concept work, artwork prep, manufacture and installation in-house, the end result stays consistent from the first sign to the last one fitted. That matters when you need a brand to look the same in Centurion, Akasia and Brits, or when a municipal project has to match approved drawings and site conditions without delay.

Shopfront signs, fascia signs and illuminated sign bodies
Vinyl cut lettering, printed graphics and window branding
Vehicle wrap fitting for bakkies, vans and service fleets
Directional and wayfinding signs for sites, offices and public areas
Promotional branding for campaigns, launches and seasonal specials

How we take a job from brief to installation

Clients come to us when they need a sign that is planned properly from the start. We begin with a site survey where needed, then check sizes, mounting points, viewing angles and any access issues that can affect the job. If a permit or municipal approval is required, we help guide that process so there are fewer surprises later.

Once the brief is confirmed, our graphic designer prepares the artwork and our production team gets it ready for manufacture. The fabrication side is handled by people who understand real-world installation, not just pretty drawings. That saves time on site and keeps the finish neat, even where the job needs ladders, plant access or after-hours work to avoid disturbing trade.

Site surveys and measurements
Artwork preparation and layout approval
Large format printing and vinyl cutting
Sign fabrication and component assembly
On-site installation, maintenance and refurbishment

Who we serve across Gauteng and surrounding areas

Our base in Hartbeespoort serves Pretoria and the wider Gauteng market, with regular work in Tshwane, Centurion, Brits, Akasia, Rosslyn and Soshanguve. We are set up for clients who need practical turnaround across multiple sites, whether that is one branch in Pretoria North or a network of stores spread across the province.

We work with retailers who need storefront branding and campaign changes, brands that require consistent rollouts, and municipalities that need signage built to suit public use and site rules. Hendrik Mokoena leads the business, with Lerato Mthembu managing operations, Riaan Odendaal supervising production, Ayanda Mavuso handling graphic design, Kagiso Ndlovu leading installations, Revasha Desai coordinating clients and Retief Wessels working on fabrication. That structure helps us keep jobs moving without the usual back and forth that slows things down.

Retail stores and shopping centres
Corporate offices and business parks
Municipal and public sector projects
Commercial fleets and work vehicles
Brands needing one standard across many sites

Signs and Branding

Shopfront Signs

Custom fascia and entrance signage for retail stores, offices and service businesses.

3D Lettering

Built-up letters in acrylic, aluminium and composite finishes for bold branding impact.

Light Boxes

Illuminated sign boxes for high visibility day and night in busy trading areas.

Pylon Signs

Freestanding roadside signs for centres, forecourts and commercial properties.

Monument Signs

Ground-mounted entrance signs that create a durable, professional arrival point.

Directional Signs

Wayfinding signs for campuses, facilities, estates and municipal precincts.

Safety Signage

Compliance and warning signage for workplaces, depots, public sites and contractors.

Projects

Hatfield Retail Signage

A multi-element retail branding rollout including fascia, window graphics and interior signs.

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Who We Sign For

Retail Stores

Storefront, in-store and promotional signage for independent and chain retail environments.

Shopping Centres

Wayfinding, tenant, parking and campaign signage for malls and convenience centres.

Municipal Sites

Public-facing signs for offices, facilities, parks, depots and civic programmes.

Schools and Colleges

Campus identification, directional, safety and event signage for learning environments.

Medical Practices

Reception, directory and privacy signage for clinics, consulting rooms and day facilities.

Office Parks

External branding, directional systems and tenant directories for business complexes.

Long-term partnerships, built on signcraft

We keep the work practical, and we build signs to hold up on site. If a sign has to face strong sun, summer storms or regular traffic exposure, we choose the build and fixings with that in mind. We also know that a campaign or branch opening often runs on a deadline, so planning and communication matter just as much as the printing.

Many of our repeat jobs come from businesses that need ongoing support rather than a once-off order. That may be routine maintenance, a change in branding, a refurbishment after weather damage, or a new rollout when another branch opens. When the same team handles the job from start to finish, the result is easier to manage and there is less chance of errors between design and installation.

Consistent quality across repeat orders
Local support for urgent repairs and replacements
Clear updates from enquiry to completion
Signs planned for South African weather and site use
Support for long-term branding, not just one-off jobs

Built for retail campaigns, rollouts and municipal requirements

Some jobs are straightforward. Others need coordination across several branches, site visits, permit checks and a team that can work around trading hours. We handle campaign rollouts for retailers and brands that need a repeated look across multiple locations, and we manage sign maintenance and refurbishment when old branding needs to be updated without replacing everything.

For municipal work and public-facing signage, we understand the need for neat presentation and proper placement. That includes directional signs, site boards and public information signs that must be readable, weather-safe and fitted securely. When a project involves access rules, public safety or restricted site times, we plan accordingly so the work can go ahead with less disruption.

Launches and seasonal retail campaigns
Branch rebrands and franchise rollouts
Public information and directional signage
Refurbishment of older signs and frames
Maintenance that keeps sites looking current

Planned, manufactured and fitted for site

HM Graphics & Signs plans, manufactures and fits signage with a practical understanding of what works on site. Over time we have built a team that understands what matters on site, from accurate measurements and proper materials to neat final fixing and a clean handover. It is not about making noise, it is about getting the sign right so it does what it is meant to do.

From Hartbeespoort to Pretoria and across Tshwane, Centurion and Brits, our role is to make branding visible and reliable. If you need concept design, large format printing, vinyl cutting, fabrication, installation, maintenance or permit assistance, we are set up to handle the full process. Clients reach us through the enquiry form on our contact page, and from there we take it forward in a way that is direct and practical.

From the journal

Shopfront Sign Planning

What to consider before replacing or installing a new business frontage sign.

Outdoor Sign Materials

A practical look at common materials used for durable exterior signage in South Africa.

Indoor Sign Finishes

Popular finishes for reception, office and indoor wayfinding signs.

When to Use Lightboxes

Where illuminated signage works best for visibility, branding and operating hours.

Questions we get asked

What types of signs do you make?

We make shopfront signs, fascia signs, directional signs, vinyl graphics, vehicle branding, promotional signage and custom fabricated sign structures for retail, corporate and municipal use.

Which areas do you cover?

We are based in Hartbeespoort and serve Pretoria, Centurion, Brits, Tshwane, Akasia, Rosslyn and Soshanguve, with work across Gauteng depending on the project.

Can you handle both design and installation?

Yes. We handle concept and graphic design, artwork prep, manufacture, installation, maintenance, refurbishment and permit assistance where a job needs it.

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