101423.16 - Panel Signage.pdf

Armed Forces Retirement Home Sheridan Building Design Documents | Specifications

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SECTION 101423.16 – PANEL SIGNAGE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. All primary and secondary directories, directionals, room identification, workstation ID’s and signage for ADA and life safety code compliance.

B. Related Sections:

1. Division 1: Administrative, procedural and temporary work requirements.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. Signs and their installation shall comply with applicable provisions of the latest edition of the following standards and with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction:

1. ADAAG – Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines; US

Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board.

2. International Code Council/American National Standards Institute A117.1-

Standard on Accessible and Usable Buildings Facilities.

3. National Fire Protection Association 101 Life Safety Code.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals for Review:

1. Sign finishes, location plan and copy shall be submitted within an interactive web-based database allowing digital review and approval within the context of the floor plans.

2. Approval drawings showing materials, construction detail, lay-out, copy, size and mounting methods.

3. Engineering drawings for each sign type.

4. Sample of (2) sign types for verification of materials, color, pattern, overall quality, and for adherence to drawings and requirements indicated.

1.4 QUALIFICATIONS

A. Manufacturer specializing in manufacturing the products specified in this section shall have a minimum of five years’ experience. All products must meet characteristics specified below when quoting an alternate. Alternates should be closely similar to the dimensions, color, pattern, function and quality. Alternate offerings shall provide samples of (2) sign types to architect and/or owner. Failure to identify the products quoted as the requested brand name or “equal” products shall be considered non-responsive. All signs shall be obtained from one source and a single manufacturer.

1.5 WARRANTY

A. Provide manufacturer’s warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for minimum 5 years.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURER

A. Basis of Design: Takeform Quad Fusion 06.

2.2 SIGN STANDARDS

A. It is the intent of these specifications to establish a sign standard for the Owner including but not limited to primary and secondary directories, wall mounted and overhead directionals, flag mounted directionals, primary room identification, restrooms, conference room, work station ID’s and all code compliant signage. While the Owner may not obtain all signs and sign types, the signage contractor shall design and submit approval drawings for all.

B. Engineered and Tested:

1. The signage system shall have undergone rigorous testing to ensure longevity and optimal performance. Testing shall include environmental testing to ensure that materials can withstand changes in temperature and humidity without distortion as well as testing to ensure resistance to chemicals and UV effects.

Further, mechanical testing shall ensure that the tensile and pull-out strength of mounting hardware is adequate to ensure a safe installation. Test data shall be included with submittals.

C. Typography:

1. Type style: see drawings. Copy shall be a true, clean, accurate reproduction of typeface(s) specified. Upper and lower case or all caps shall be as indicated in Sign Type drawings and Signage Schedule. Letter spacing to be normal and interline spacing shall be set by manufacturer.

2. Arrows, symbols and logo art: To be provided in style, sizes, colors and spacing as shown in drawings.

3. Grade II Braille utilizing perfectly round, clear insertion beads.

D. Evacuation Maps:

1. Evacuation maps shall have a unique “you-are-here” orientation as well as two emergency egress paths. The maps shall show location of fire extinguishers, fire pulls, stairwells, elevators and restrooms.

E. Color and Finishes:

1. Face Finish: Wilsonart D327-60 Pepper Dust.

2. Backer Finish: Wilsonart 5025K-22 Glacier Quartzite.

3. Font Type: Gotham (ADA)

4. Font Color: Black

5. Finishes are to meet current federal ADA and all state and local requirements.

2.3 SIGNS

A. Signage System:

1. The signage shall incorporate a decorative laminate face with applied graphics including all tactile requirements in adherence to ADA specifications.

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2. All signs, including work station and room ID's, overheads and flag mounts, directionals and directories shall have a matching appearance and constructed utilizing the same manufacturing process to ensure a consistent look throughout.

B. Materials:

1. Sign face shall be 0.035” (nominal) standard grade, high pressure surface laminate. A painted sign face shall not be acceptable.

2. The sign shall incorporate balanced construction with the core sandwiched between laminates to prevent warping. Laminate on the sign face only shall not be acceptable.

3. Tactile lettering shall be precision machined, raised 1/32", matte PETG and subsurface colored for scratch resistance.

4. Signs shall incorporate a metal accent bar. Bars shall be anodized with a brushed satin finish. Painted bars shall not be acceptable. Refer to drawings.

C. Standard Colors:

1. Face/background color shall be standard grade, high pressure laminate, all colors and finishes. Refer to drawings.

2. Standard tactile colors shall match manufacturer's ADA standard color selection.

Refer to drawings.

D. Construction:

1. The signage shall, with the exception of directories and directionals, be a uniform

8 ½” width to facilitate inserts printed on standard width paper.

2. Insert components shall have a .080 thickness non-glare acrylic window and shall be inlaid flush to sign face for a smooth, seamless appearance.

3. The signage shall include modules allowing for inserts, notice holders, occupancy sliders, marker, magnetic, and cork boards. All modules shall be flush to sign face for a smooth, seamless appearance.

4. The laminates (front and back) shall be pressure laminated and precision machined together to a 90-degree angle. Edges shall be smooth, void of chips, burrs, sharp edges and marks.

5. The signage shall utilize an acrylic sphere for Grade II Braille inserted directly into a scratch resistant, high pressure laminate sign face. Braille dots are to be pressure fit in high tolerance drilled holes.

6. Braille dots shall be half hemispherical domed and protruding a minimum 0.025”.

7. The signage shall utilize a pressure activated adhesive. The adhesive shall be nonhazardous and shall allow for flexing and deflection of the adhered components due to changes in temperature and moisture without bond failure.

8. All signs shall be provided with appropriate mounting hardware. Hardware shall be finished and architectural in appearance and suitable for the mounting surface.

E. Printed Inserts:

1. The signage shall accommodate polyester inserts (for opaque), polycarbonate inserts (for clear), or printed paper inserts by Owner to allow updating as required.

2. The signage contractor shall provide and install all signage inserts.

3. Manufacturer shall provide a template containing layout, font, color, artwork and trim lines to allow Owner to produce inserts on laser or ink jet printer. The template shall be in an Acrobat or Word format (.pdf).

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SITE VISITS

A. Programming – sign contractor shall perform all wayfinding & programming.

Programming shall include location plan, message schedule, and/or plots, fire/evacuation maps and insert graphics. All programming materials shall be submitted for approval.

3.2 CODE COMPLIANCE

A. It shall be the responsibility of the successful bidder to meet any and all local, state, and federal code requirements in fabricating and installing signs.

3.3 DELIVERY, STORAGE, PROTECTION

A. Package to prevent damage or deterioration during shipment, handling, storage and installation. Products should remain in original packaging until removal is necessary.

Store products in a dry, indoor location.

3.4 EXAMINATION

A. Installer shall examine signs for defects, damage and compliance with specifications.

Installation shall not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.

3.5 INSTALLATION

A. General: Installation locations shall be in accordance with ADA specifications. Locate signs where indicated using mounting methods in compliance with manufacturer's written instructions:

1. The signage contractor shall coordinate installation schedules with the Owner and/or Construction Manager.

2. Installation shall be performed by manufacturer’s personnel trained and certified in manufacturer’s methods and procedures.

3. The signage contractor shall submit a CAD generated location plan noting the location of all signage and cross referenced to message schedule or plots for architect’s approval.

4. Installer to conduct a pre-installation survey prior to manufacturing to verify copy and sign location. Each location shall be noted using a low tack vinyl reproduction of actual sign. Full scale renderings of directories and directionals shall also be provided. Any location discrepancy or message issues shall be submitted to architect for review.

5. Signs shall be level, plumb, and at heights indicated with sign surfaces free from defects.

6. Upon completion of the work, signage contractor shall remove unused or discarded materials, containers and debris from site.

3.6 DIGITAL SIGN MANAGER

A. Manufacturer shall provide a cloud-based, password protected sign management platform enabling the Owner to view and manage their sign assets. Every sign, sign

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type, mounting surface, copy, graphic treatment and building location shall be viewable and accessible through the platform. The online sign management tool shall facilitate sign changes and additions seamlessly updating the system to reflect current conditions.

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