Pictured: Utah Hockey Club Puck On Delta Center Plaza. (Photo courtesy of YESCO)

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SALT LAKE CITY (October 2024) – YESCO, the 104-year-old company known for creating, repairing and maintaining internationally recognizable signs, announces the fabrication and installation of a colossal hockey puck for Smith Entertainment Group’s Utah Hockey Club, prominently displayed on Delta Center’s Main Plaza.

Towering at 14 feet, 3 inches tall, 13 feet wide and nearly 2 feet deep, the larger-than-life puck now stands proudly next to the famed Utah Jazz “J Note” statue, adding a striking new element to the heart of Downtown Salt Lake City.

Constructed primarily from painted aluminum, the puck’s exterior is meticulously detailed to capture the texture and precision of an authentic hockey puck. One of the standout features is the side, which showcases a lightly routed graphic that mirrors the grooved patterns of a real puck and bears the inscription “Utah Hockey Club.”

The puck’s vivid design is brought to life through a state-of-the-art LED lighting system. White LEDs, set behind polycarbonate lenses, illuminate the white and blue areas of the puck, creating an eye-catching display that highlights the Utah Hockey Club’s signature colors, even after the sun sets.

“Installing a piece of this size required meticulous planning and execution,” said Jeff Young, executive vice president, YESCO. “Every measurement and angle had to be exact to ensure the puck’s alignment and stability, reflecting the same precision and attention to detail that define YESCO’s craftsmanship.”

ABOUT YESCO

YESCO specializes in the manufacture of custom electric signs, sign maintenance and out-of-home advertising. In addition, YESCO operates sign and lighting service repair stores throughout North America as well as a sign financing business. Thomas Young founded the company in Ogden, Utah, in 1920 after borrowing $300 from his father. YESCO began by offering wall painted advertisements, gold-leaf window lettering and coffin plates. Today, helmed by the third and fourth generations of the founder’s family, YESCO creates, services and maintains award-winning displays for some of the most prestigious brands. For more information, go to www.YESCO.com.

YESCO announces it will restore the vintage Rio Grande sign for the Heber Valley Railroad. The sign, originally created by YESCO in the late 1950s, once proudly stood atop the Rio Grande Depot in Salt Lake City, Utah, before being replaced approximately five years ago. Now, YESCO is working to refurbish this historic piece, bringing a touch of nostalgia and history to the Heber Valley Railroad. 

The Rio Grande connection to the Heber Valley Railroad is significant, as the branch of track from Provo, Utah, to Heber City, Utah, built in 1899, was originally constructed and operated by the Denver Rio Grande Western Railroad. The Heber Valley Railroad currently operates one of the largest collections of Rio Grande historic standard gauge equipment in the country. As a quasi-state agency, the Heber Valley Railroad is proud to continue preserving the Rio Grande legacy in Utah.  

The restoration project, slated for completion early December, will involve intricate craftsmanship, as YESCO works to restore the sign’s damaged structure and replace outdated neon elements with state-of-the-art LED lights. Once complete, the sign will serve as a symbol of YESCO and the Heber Valley Railroad’s dedication to honoring the legacy of the Rio Grande Railroad and preserving this important piece of local history. The restored sign will be mounted on top of the Heber Valley Railroad’s mechanical shop, located just behind the historic depot, where it will be illuminated on special occasions and stand as a visual tribute to the Rio Grande’s rich history in the region. 

“The Heber Valley Railroad is excited to preserve this piece of Rio Grande history,” said Mark Nelson, executive director, Heber Valley Railroad. “It is a perfect fit to be displayed along with our vintage Rio Grande train rolling stock and locomotives.”

“The YESCO team is working diligently to restore this piece of history to its former glory,” said Jeff Young, executive vice president, YESCO. “We hope the restored sign will serve as a reminder of the enduring impact the Rio Grande Railroad had on the development of this region.”

Pictured here is the original Slim Olson’s gas station in Bountiful, Utah.

Back in the 1950s, this station was recognized as the world’s largest service station, boasting an impressive 43 pumps. Drivers in sleek Ford street rods and Chevy Cabriolets would roll in to fuel up with two grades of Amoco gas: ethyl and regular.

Today, Slim Olson’s legacy continues with the third generation of family ownership. Brothers Doug and Keith Olson now run the station, which has undergone many changes over the decades—including switching to Chevron gas in 1994 and giving the iconic buildings a fresh coat of white and blue paint.

For more than 60 years, Slim Olson Service Stations have been a vital part of the community. Though the number of stations has slimmed down, the Bountiful location remains on the same historic property, fueling the community with the same dedication that started in 1938.