Built to Manufacture. Ready to Deliver.

Located in Watertown and Webster, South Dakota, ESCO Manufacturing has been a trusted leader in custom wholesale signage since 1965. With over 85,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space, our expert designers and skilled craftsmen can build nearly any type of sign imaginable.

Expertise, Capacity & Craftsmanship

From concept to completion, we have the knowledge, tools, and talent to deliver top-quality signage that meets your exact specifications. Our two dedicated facilities allow us to specialize in:

  • Custom Sign Cabinets
  • Wholesale Channel Letters

With decades of industry experience, we’ve perfected a manufacturing process that ensures each sign is bright, clean, durable, and cost-effective—backed by outstanding customer support.

Designed with Installation in Mind

Our signs are built for efficiency in the field. Installer-friendly features across our outdoor product lines help you save time and money during installation—another reason why sign companies nationwide trust ESCO.

Commitment to Lean & Safe Manufacturing

At ESCO, we utilize the 6S lean manufacturing system to drive efficiency, safety, and pride in every workspace.
6S stands for: Sort · Shine · Standardize · Set · Safety · Sustain

This approach ensures a clean, organized, and productive environment where team members take ownership of their work and contribute to smarter, leaner production.

Leading with Sustainability

We’re proud to integrate green practices throughout our facilities and processes.
Our efforts include:

  • Recycling of aluminum, steel, plastic, and paper
  • Energy-efficient lighting and insulation in our facilities
  • Programmable HVAC systems to reduce energy use
  • Sustainable practices embedded in daily operations

With over 50 years of experience, ESCO Manufacturing continues to lead with innovation, craftsmanship, and care.
We look forward to contributing our expertise and commitment to quality to your next project.

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Our company has used ESCO Manufacturing for many years for our wholesale electric sign needs. They have manufactured many different types of signs for us over the years. We have had the same sales rep for many years. That says a lot in itself about the company. They have never let us down and always delivered a quality product in a timely manner. They are very competitive and always have great ideas to help us with design and installation. I highly recommend them, they won't let you down
Justin Helmke
JH Signs
Our account rep has been with us from the start of All State Signs. Throughout the years we have come to rely on ESCO's extensive product knowledge and fast turn arounds to fill our customer needs. ESCO has always been a reliable source for our company, and as we grow, we will continue to rely on their terrific customer service and quality products.
Beau & Raean Bilbrey
All State Signs Great Falls, MT
ESCO Manufacturing has been our channel letter fabricator for over 12 years. They are an exemplary company that manufactures high quality products and we have been completely satisfied with their customer service. Their staff is knowledgeable and able to handle any request. We are happy to recommend their services.
Jerry & Marlene Sandmann
Sandmann Signs & Electric Inc.
I have used ESCO Manufacturing for the better part of 20 years as an outlet for sign projects when we are overloaded and have seen nothing but the best of Quality, no shortcuts on the manufacturing process and as always very easy to work with sign professionals.
Kirk Ronning
Indigo Signworks
We have worked with ESCO Manufacturing with many of our projects and have had great results. Our account rep has been great to work with providing ideas and giving us a great product. It's been a pleasure to work with ESCO and I highly recommend!
Christian Guenther
AP Design
My companies have worked with ESCO for many years. We have collaborated on many projects, receiving professional knowledge and products in a timely manner. From answering an install question while on the job site to planning and discussing initial project concept sketches, ESCO has always been able to offer me the know-how to offer my customers a professional experience! Thank you ESCO!
Cathy Krommenhoek
Total Motors
From the sales to fabrication, to shipping, and accounting departments, the entire process has been seamless. At any given time we can see exactly where our job is in the process. Over the years, your team has displayed nothing but professionalism. Thank you, ESCO, for being a vendor we can count on consistently. We look forward to our relationship continuing!  
Haley
Affordable Signs
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