101400 - Signage_0004.doc

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SECTION 101400 - SIGNAGE

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

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1. Accessible restroom signage.

2. Office and room identification signage.

3. Wayfinding signage

1.3 DEFINITIONS

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A. ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines: U.S. Architectural & Transportation Barriers Compliance Board's "Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities; Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Accessibility Guidelines."

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

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B. Product Information for Initial Selection: Manufacturer's catalog cut sheets showing the full range of colors available for the following:

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1. Aluminum.

2. Acrylic sheet.

3. Polycarbonate sheet.

4. Fiberglass sheet.

C. Maintenance Data: For signs to include in maintenance manuals.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Fabricator Qualifications: Shop that employs skilled workers who custom-fabricate products similar to those required for this Project and whose products have a record of successful in-service performance.

B. Source Limitations for Signs: Obtain each sign type indicated from one source from a single manufacturer.

Signage required to be accessible to people with disabilities must comply with requirements in ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines and with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction, whichever are more stringent. Verify local requirements and insert additional requirements below.

C. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with applicable provisions in ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines and ICC/ANSI A117.1.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Field Measurements: Verify recess openings by field measurements before fabrication and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PANEL SIGNS

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A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

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1. ACE Sign Systems, Inc.

2. Advance Corporation; Braille-Tac Division.

3. Allen Industries Architectural Signage.

4. Allenite Signs; Allen Marking Products, Inc.

5. APCO Graphics, Inc.

6. ASI-Modulex, Inc.

7. Best Sign Systems Inc.

8. Bunting Graphics, Inc.

9. Fossil Industries, Inc.

10. Gemini Incorporated.

11. Grimco, Inc.

12. Innerface Sign Systems, Inc.

13. InPro Corporation

14. Matthews International Corporation; Bronze Division.

15. Mills Manufacturing Company.

16. Mohawk Sign Systems.

17. Nelson-Harkins Industries.

18. Seton Identification Products.

19. Signature Signs, Incorporated.

20. Supersine Company.

B. Interior Panel Signs: Provide smooth sign panel surfaces constructed to remain flat under installed conditions within a tolerance of plus or minus 1/16 inch measured diagonally from corner to corner, complying with the following requirements:

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1. Acrylic Sheet: 0.060 inch thick.

2. Edge Condition: Bullnose.

3. Corner Condition: Rounded to ½ inch radius.

4. Mounting: Unframed.

a. Wall mounted with two-face tape.

5. Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

6. Tactile Characters: Characters and Grade 2 Braille raised 1/32 inch above surface with contrasting colors.

C. Tactile and Braille Sign: Manufacturer's standard process for producing text and symbols complying with ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines and with ICC/ANSI A117.1. Text shall be accompanied by Grade 2 Braille. Produce precisely formed characters with square-cut edges free from burrs and cut marks; Braille dots with domed or rounded shape.

1. Panel Material: Opaque acrylic sheet.

2. Raised-Copy Thickness: Not less than 1/32 inch.

D. Panel Sign Schedule:

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1. Sign Type: Accessible Restroom Sign:

a. Manufacturer’s standard ADA/ABA compliant sign for each restroom.

b. Quantity: 2

2.2 FINISHES, GENERAL

A. Appearance of Finished Work: Variations in appearance of abutting or adjacent pieces are acceptable if they are within one-half of the range of approved Samples. Noticeable variations in the same piece are not acceptable. Variations in appearance of other components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast.

2.3 ACRYLIC SHEET FINISHES

A. Colored Coatings for Acrylic Sheet: For copy and background colors, provide colored coatings, including inks, dyes, and paints, that are recommended by acrylic manufacturers for optimum adherence to acrylic surface and that are UV and water resistant for five years for application intended.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of work.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Locate signs and accessories where indicated, using mounting methods of types described and complying with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Install signs level, plumb, and at heights indicated, with sign surfaces free of distortion and other defects in appearance.

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2. Interior Wall Signs: Install signs on walls adjacent to latch side of door where applicable. Where not indicated or possible, such as double doors, install signs on nearest adjacent walls. Locate to allow approach within 3 inches of sign without encountering protruding objects or standing within swing of door.

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B. Wall-Mounted Signs: Comply with sign manufacturer's written instructions except where more stringent requirements apply.

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1. Two-Face Tape: Mount signs to smooth, nonporous surfaces. Do not use this method for vinyl-covered or rough surfaces.

3.3 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. After installation, clean soiled sign surfaces according to manufacturer's written instructions. Protect signs from damage until acceptance by Owner.

END OF SECTION 101400

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