These type of signs also make it easy to find your business especially at nightime. They are light weight, durable and last a long time. Another great benefit about pan channel is the cost is reasonable compared to reverse pan channel halo lit signs due to having to weld these signs for fabrication. These types of fabricated signs are made of thin aluminum channel or sides that are often refereed as return of the sign. The return is the depth of the sign that extends off the building fascia. In Arizona the sun is very strong and does fade the signs faces over time, but with pan channel signs the face is easily replaced. It is cost effective to replace the acrylic cap faces.