Specifications

1.1 Section Includes

A. Signage of the following types:

1. ADA regulatory signage

2. Room Identification signage

3. Fire Egress & Storm Shelter signage

4. Wayfinding

5. Monolith bespoke sign system

1.2 References

A. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

  1. ATBCB ADAAG – Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines

B. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

  1. ANSI A117.1 – Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities

C. Underwriters Laboratory (UL)

  1. UL94 – Tests for flammability of Plastic Materials

  2. UL723 – Surface Burning characteristics of Interior finish materials and systems

1.3 Submittals

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

B. Product Data: Manufacturer's illustrated product literature and specifications to be used, including:

  1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.

  2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

  3. Installation methods.

C. Shop Drawings: Submit detailed drawings of products and assemblies.

D. Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.

1.4 Quality Assurance

A. ADA Accessibility Guidelines: Signage shall comply with the ADA Accessibility  Guidelines where applicable. Characters and graphics, including but not limited to,  copy height, letter stroke, symbols, materials, and finishes indicated on the Drawings are intended as guidelines for compliance. Implement each applicable ADA Guideline.

1.5 Delivery, Storage, AND Handling

A. Deliver and store products, away from direct sunlight, in manufacturer's unopened packaging until surfaces are ready for installation.

B. Inspect materials within 15 days of delivery to verify.

1.6 Project Conditions

A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.

1.7 Warranty

A. Manufacturer's Warranty: Signage is guaranteed for the Life of the Structure against defects in materials and workmanship.

PRODUCTS

2.1 Manufacturer

A. Compression Molded Thermoformed Signage - Acceptable Manufacturer:

CMA Signs LLC
610 Meadowlands Dr.
Hillsborough, NC 27278
919-245-8339

Email: request info (sales@cmasigns.com); Web: www. cmasigns.com

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B. Substitutions: Applied applique, bead braille and embossed braille are not acceptable.

2.2 Compression Molded Thermoformed Acrylic Signs

A. Custom monolithic thermally formed and bonded tactile plaque constructed utilizing high-pressure-thermoforming process.  UV inhibitors to reduce fading of colors. The sign body, face, raised text and braille are compression molded to form a single dimensional component.

B. THERMOFORM SIGN TYPES by CMA Signs llc to be determined by Project Architect/Designer and defined on the drawings.

C. COMPRESSION MOLDED THERMOFORMED ACRYLIC

  1.  Substrate Thickness: To be determined by Project Architect/Designer

    •  a. 1/32”

    • b. 1/16”

    • c. 1/8”

    • d. 1/4"

    • e. 3/8”

    • f. other

  2.  Surface Texturing: To be determined by Project Architect/Designer

    •  a. Smooth

    •  b. Stipple

    •  c. Slate

  3.  Edging: To be determined by Project Architect/Designer

    •  a. Laser

    •  b. Museum Polish

    •  c. Router

    •  d. Bevel

    •  e. Bull Nose

    •  f. Chamfered

  4.  Text To be determined by Project Architect/Designer

    •  a. Tipped

    •  b. CUSTOM

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  5.  Shaping To be determined by Project Architect/Designer

    •  a. Square

    •  b. 1/8” Round

    •  c. ¼” Round

    •  d. Other

  6.  Mounting: To be determined by Project Architect/Designer

    •  a. Foam Tape / VHB

    •  b. Velcro Mount

    •  c. Magnetic Mount

    •  d. Mechanical Mount

    •  e. Glass Backer

  7.  Sign Size To be determined by Project Architect/Design

  8. Color Integration: PMS / Pantone To be determined by Project Architect/Designer

D. TACTILE AND BRAILLE

  1. Manufacturer’s standard process for producing copy complying with ADA Accessibility Guidelines ICC/ANSI A117.1. Text shall be accompanied by Grade 2 Braille. Produce precisely formed characters free from burrs and cut marks.

    • a. Panel Material: Compression Molded Thermoformed acrylic sheet

    • b. Raised-Copy Thickness: Minimum 1/32 inch (0.8 mm).

    • c. For Grade 2 Braille copy, coordinate messages in conjunction with Graphic and Sign Schedule. Braille copy contained on drawings is for size and position only and shall not be used for full message.

    • d. Pictograms and other ADA required symbols are maintained by the Manufacturer in accordance with current International standards.

Execution

3.1 Examination

A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.

B. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.

C. Complete all finishing operations, including paint curing, before beginning installation of signage systems

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3.2 Preparation

A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.

B. Verify mounting heights and comply with referenced standards

3.3 Installation

A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and in proper relationship to adjacent construction.

 B. Locate the signage system as indicated on drawings for the appropriate substrate and in  accordance with manufacturer’s installation instructions and in proper relationship to  adjacent construction.

 C. Install signs level, plumb and at heights indicated, with sign surfaces free from distortion.  Install signs in accordance with ADA guidelines on placement. Where otherwise not  indicated, install signs where best suited to provide a consistent appearance throughout  the Project. When exact position, angle, height or location is in doubt, contact the Architect  for clarification.

 D. At completion of installation, clean exposed sign surfaces and adjoining surfaces.

3.4 Protection

A. Protect installed products until completion of project.

B. Signs shall be free of glue, fingerprints, dirt, grease and any other imperfections

C. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.