ABOUT Northwest Signal

Our Business

NWS both distributes and a manufactures traffic control products including hardware, software, controllers, cabinets and structural poles. We sell products via contractors to state, county, local and private sector customers for use in auto, transit, LRT and streetcar integrated operations.

NWS is the only vertically integrated traffic equipment company in the USA. We also provide a limited suite of professional services (e.g. re-timings, foundation designs, etc.) to the same client base. Our tagline summarizes the role of our products and services. Our role is in Managing Mobility™.

As a manufacturer, we produce our own traffic cabinets, a NEMA controller, multi-sided poles and structures, and software. The majority of our core business is conducted regionally, however, NWS software and the M1™ Advanced Adaptive NEMA Controller are marketed and sold nationally.

As a distributor, we sell Peek Traffic under an exclusive agreement. We also represent other traffic companies on either an exclusive or a non-exclusive basis. The products we distribute are sold either as “parts only” (i.e. warehouse sales) or more commonly are integrated and resold as part of a package in an “end-to-end” traffic control solution.

History

Maston and Marilyn Wolfe founded Northwest Signal in 1976. Operating as Northwest Signal Supply Inc., (NWSS, Inc.) the company originated as a distributor of Crouse-Hinds traffic products in Oregon. The Company’s strategy was founded on “unheard of customer service” and quality products.

Today, Northwest Signal (NWS) is a nationally recognized provider of hardware, software, poles, professional services and solutions. Our expertise reflects our hands-on traffic experience. We can assist with equipment selection, integration, installation and testing. We own and operate our own in-house Environmental Test Chamber. We are a team of dedicated and loyal professionals who know the industry and know our customers.

As the exclusive Distributor of Peek Traffic in eight states, we will always go the extra mile to do what is right to serve our clients and profitably grow our business.