Excellence from the Beginning
Since 1947, Neokraft has established a reputation as a leading custom sign fabricator in the State of Maine and throughout New England, U.S. and Canada.
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1947
The ‘Neo-Kraft Company’ is founded by Alexander Lobozzo, after leaving the US Army.
Alex Lobozzo initially operated out of his in-law’s garage, then to sign painter friend Bert Marquis’ basement on Nichols Street, in Lewiston, before moving to better facilities located on Washington Street in Auburn.
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1950
Neo-Kraft begins operations at 100 High Street, Lewiston, specializing in neon lighting and plastics.
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1960
Dutchy’s Drive in, on the Lewiston/Lisbon line.
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1965
Reliable Oil, in Lewiston, Maine, became a landmark with its oil tower sign, incorporating thousands of sequenced bulbs, exposed neon, and unforgettable proportions!
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1970
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1975
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1980
Beautiful neon signs were a specialty of Neokraft, and Goodwin’s Restaurants, located in Auburn, Farmington and South Paris, were shining examples of Neokraft quality!
Alex transfers ownership to his son and daughter-in-law, Vincent and Patricia Lobozzo.
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1985
NeoKraft relocates to its present location at 686 Main Street, in Lewiston.
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1990
“Signs that work.” An update to the NeoKraft logo adds a tagline and a graphic element.
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1995
Neokraft engineers and executes an upgrade to the landmark Time & Temperature sign in Portland, improving efficiency and serviceability, while preserving its familiar appearance.
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2000
Peter Murphy, Paul Lessard and Phil Bolduc purchase Neokraft Signs, Inc. from the Lobozzo family.
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2005
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2010
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Today
Neokraft Classic Signs Restoration division is created Phil Bolduc becomes sole owner and the Neokraft logo gets a new look.
Neokraft wins United States Sign Council national design competition for the Oxford Casino pylon.