Attachment 1 B52_Conformed Set_SPEC Interior Signage.pdf

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Fort Leavenworth, KS Buildings 52 & 119

Interior Signage Specifications

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only.

INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)

ICC A117.1 COMM (2009) Standard And Commentary and Usable

Buildings and Facilities

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 101 (2015; ERTA 2015) Life Safety Code

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

36 CFR 1191 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and

Facilities; Architectural Barriers Act

(ABA) Accessibility Guidelines

1.2 SUSTAINABILITY

1.2.1 Recycled Content

Entire sign shall be a minimum of 65 percent post industrial waste and

100 percent recyclable.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals. Submit the following:

Product Data

Product Warranty (see Section 1.7)

Samples (see section 1.5.1)

Operation and Maintenance Data

Approved Manufacturer's Instructions

Protection and Cleaning Instructions

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Software

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1.4 EXTRA MATERIALS

Provide extra stock of signage per the contracting officer's direction.

Provide paper inserts and software for creating text and symbols for IBM compatible computers for Owner production of paper inserts after project completion and equipment necessary for removal of signage parts and pieces.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 Samples

Submit interior signage samples of Sign A1 Standard Room Sign showing typical quality, workmanship and color. The samples may be installed in the work, provided the sample is identified and location recorded.

1.5.2 Detail Drawings

Submit detail drawings showing elevations of each type of sign, dimensions, details and methods of mounting or anchoring, shape and thickness of materials, and details of construction. Include a schedule showing the location, each sign type, and message.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Materials shall be packaged to prevent damage and deterioration during shipment, handling, storage and installation. Product shall be delivered to the jobsite in manufacturer's original packaging and stored in a clean, dry area in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

1.7 WARRANTY

Warrant the interior signage for a period of 2 years against defective workmanship and material. Warranties shall be signed by the authorized representative of the manufacturer. Submit warranty accompanied by the document authenticating the signer as an authorized representative of the guarantor. Guarantee that the signage products and the installation are free from any defects in material and workmanship from the date of delivery.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 STANDARD PRODUCTS

Signs, plaques, directories, and dimensional letters shall be the standard product of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of such products that essentially duplicate signs that have been in satisfactory use at least 2 years prior to solicitation. Obtain signage from a single manufacturer with edges and corners of finished letterforms and graphics true and clean.

2.2 ROOM IDENTIFICATION/DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE SYSTEM

2.2.1 Standard Room Signs

Signs shall consist of acrylic plastic 0.375 inch thickness minimum and shall conform to the following:

a. Frames shall be molded acrylic, flat 3/8 inch thick.

b. End caps shall be molded acrylic with square style corners.

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2.2.2 Changeable Message Strip Signs

Changeable message strip signs shall be of same construction as standard room signs to include a clear sleeve that will accept a paper insert identifying changeable text. The insert shall be prepared typeset message mounted on paper card stock. Provide software for creating text and symbols for computers identified by owner for Owner production of paper inserts after project completion. Furnish one suction/manufacturer's recommended device to assist in removing face sheet.

2.2.3 Type of Mounting For Signs

Provide extruded aluminum brackets for hanging, projecting, and double-sided signs. Mounting for framed, hanging, and projecting signs shall be by mechanical fasteners. Surface mounted signs shall be mounted with 1/16 inch thick closed cell vinyl foam with adhesive backing.

Adhesive shall be transparent, long aging, high tech formulation on two sides of the vinyl foam.

2.2.4 Graphics

Signage graphics for modular signs shall conform to the following: all letters shall be tactile, precision machined, raised 1/32", matte, and subsurface colored for scratch resistance.

2.2.5 Character Proportions and Heights

Letters and numbers on signs conform to 36 CFR 1191.

2.2.6 Tactile Letters, Symbols and Braille

Raised letters and numbers on signs shall conform to 36 CFR 1191.

2.3 BUILDING DIRECTORIES

Government shall provide graphics for lobby directories or floor directories, and shall be provided with a changeable directory listing consisting of the areas, offices and personnel located within the facility.

2.3.1 Header Panel

Header panel shall be acrylic with raised acrylic letters.

2.3.2 Non-Illuminated Unit

Directory shall consist of a non-illuminated unit. Design of unit shall be as shown in the drawings.

Signs shall consist of acrylic plastic 0.375 inch thickness minimum and shall conform to the following:

a. Frames shall be molded acrylic, flat 3/8 inchthick.

b. End caps shall be molded acrylic with square style corners.

2.3.2.1 Construction

Unit shall have a header lettering height as indicated on the drawings.

2.3.2.2 Message Strips

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Message strips shall be updatable by user. Message strips shall be sized in accordance with manufacturer's standard. Letters and numbers shall be coordinated with the government.

2.4 FABRICATION AND MANUFACTURE

2.4.1 Factory Workmanship

Holes for bolts and screws shall be drilled or punched. Drilling and punching shall produce clean, true lines and surfaces. Exposed surfaces of work shall have a smooth finish and exposed riveting shall be flush.

Fastenings shall be concealed where practicable.

2.5 COLOR, FINISH, AND CONTRAST

Color shall be:

Border background/Endcap: R:86 G:70 B:68 HEX:564644

Raised Text: White

Insert Background: White

Insert Text: Black

Finish of all signs shall be eggshell, matte, or other non-glare finish as required in handicapped-accessible buildings.

2.6 TYPEFACE

ADA-ABA compliant Braille and Helvetica Neue - 55 Roman font for Signs.

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