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PANEL SIGNAGE

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Corpus Christi Stamp Works Inc. DBA/ National Signage Affiliates; . This section is based on the products of Corpus Christi Stamp Works Inc. DBA/ National Signage Affiliates, which is located at: P. O. Box 2189 502 S. Staples (78401) Corpus Christi, TX 78403 Toll Free: 800-322-4515 Fax: 800-354-6416 Email: sales@ccstampworks.com Web Site: www.ccswsignsystems.com
Selections to be chosen are enclosed within brackets { }.  Delete incongruent options as necessary.
PART  1	  GENERAL
1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
A.		Panel Signage:
1.		Interior signage.
2.	     Exterior signage.
3.		Changeable message insert panels.
1.2 		REFERENCES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section. 
A.		Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
B.		American National Standards Institute (ANSI):
1.		ANSI A117.1 - Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities Standards.
1.3 		SUBMITTALS
A.		Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B.		Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be installed.
C.		Shop Drawings: Shop drawings with letter style, dimensions, materials, finishes and general layout for each sign type, with sizes, edge and corner treatment, mounting heights and mounting methods shown.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if selection samples have already been selected.
D.		Selection Samples: For each finish specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors, patterns and finishes. 
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if verification sample not required.
E.		Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, one full-size sign or typical letter representing actual product, color, patterns, and finishes. Include method of raised symbols and copy.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
F.	     Sustainable Design Submittals:
1.	     Recycled Content – Provide documentation from Manufacturer verifying percentage of recycled and post-consumer content.
2.	     Regional Materials – Provide documentation form manufacturer/distributor showing location where materials were obtained from for each component.
1.4 		QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.		Regulatory Requirements:  Comply with applicable provisions in ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines, ICC/ANSI A117.1 and Unified Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
B.	     Manufacturer Qualifications: Manufacturer shall have five years experience manufacturing and fabricating products of similar type and scope as those specified in this section.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project. 

1.5 		DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.		Comply with manufacturer's recommendations for delivery, storage and handling.
B.		Materials shall be delivered to the location in unopened, labeled factory containers. Upon delivery, materials shall be inspected for damage. Deficient materials shall not be used.
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 absolute limits.
PART  2	  PRODUCTS
2.1 		MANUFACTURERS
A.		Acceptable Manufacturers: 
1.	     ARK Ramos
2.	     ASI Modulex, Inc.
3.	     Best Sign Systems, Inc.
4.	     Corpus Christi Stamp Works Inc. 
5.	     Gemini Incorporated.
6.	     Matthews International Corporation; Bronze Division
7.	     Metal Arts
8.	     Southwell Company
9.	     System 290
10.	    Vomar Products
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions. 
B.		Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required. 
2.2 		PANEL SIGNAGE
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required. Delete options for model and size not required.
A.		Interior Signage
1.	     Description: ADA and ADA compliant sign with smooth, flat construction either single color or multiple color laminate or acrylic face with clear acrylic core; ADA text, pictograms welded to core using VisiTouch®; DuraDot© Braille rasters as specified, edges as specified.
2.	    Sign Face and Back: 
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete options for number of laminate colors/patterns per sign not required. 
a.		Acrylic Sheet: 0.060 inch thick
b.	     Laminate Sheet: 0.030 inch thick
c.	     Number and type of Colors/Patterns per Sign: As selected by Architect; 
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select number of laminate options based on selection above. Fill in blanks with laminate manufacturer specific color/pattern designation, ' As indicated on Drawings' or ' As selected by Architect' as applicable. Delete options for laminate not required. 
d.		Core Thickness: 1/8 inch (3 mm) or 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick per manufacturer recommendations.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete options for sign edges not required. 
3.		Sign Edges: Matte, polished or painted per Architect selection
4.	     Corners: Square or Rounded to radius indicated
5.	     Mounting: As indicated
a.	     Wall mounted with concealed anchors
b.	     Manufacturer’s standard anchors for substrates encountered.
c.	     Foam tape/ silicone.
B.	     Exterior Signage
1.	     Description: ADA and ABA compliant sign with smooth, flat construction either single color or multiple color polycarbonate or acrylic face with clear acrylic core; ADA text and pictograms, (if required), welded to core using VisiTouch®; DuraDot© Braille rasters as specified, edges as specified.
2.	    Sign Face and Back: 
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete options for number of laminate colors/patterns per sign not required. 
a.		Acrylic Sheet: 0.060 inch thick
b.	     Polycarbonate Sheet: 0.060 inch thick laminated to one side of .125 acrylic sheet.
c.	     Colored coatings for acrylic sheet as recommended by acrylic manufacturer for optimum adherence to surface and UV and water resistant for five (5) years.
1)	    Number and type of Colors/Patterns per Sign: As selected by Architect 
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select number of laminate options based on selection above. Fill in blanks with laminate manufacturer specific color/pattern designation, ' As indicated on Drawings' or ' As selected by Architect' as applicable. Delete options for laminate not required. 
d.		Core Thickness: 1/8 inch (3 mm) or 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick per manufacturer recommendations.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete options for sign edges not required. 
3.		Sign Edges: Matte, polished or painted per Architect selection
4.	     Corners: Square or Rounded to radius indicated
5.	     Mounting: As indicated
a.	     Wall mounted with concealed anchors
b.	     Manufacturer’s standard non-corroding anchors for substrates encountered.
C.	     Lettering, Numbering and Symbols
1.	Braille: Tactile Grade 2 DuraDot© Braille integral with sign face, raised 1/32 inch (0.8 mm). 
a.	Rasters: Metal or Acrylic rasters with .059 inch (1.5 mm) surface diameter, body of sphere pressure secured below face laminate. Glued-on dots are not acceptable.
2.	VisiTouch® Raised Symbols: 3 inches (76 mm) high, raised 1/32 inch (0.8 mm) from sign face, either unitized with acrylic sign core or topically applied to acrylic or metal sign face.
a.	Color:  As selected by Architect.
4.	VisiTouch® Raised Lettering and Numbers: 5/8 inch (16 mm) high minimum, raised 1/32 inch (0.8 mm) from sign face, either unitized with acrylic sign core or topically applied to acrylic or metal sign face.
a.	Color:  As selected by Architect.
b.	Lettering Style: As selected by Architect.
5.	Copy: All Lettering, numbering and symbols contrast with background, eggshell matte finish.
6.	Engraved Copy
a.	Process: Machine engraved, incised letter or image to uniform, depth, paint-filled for non-ADA applications.  
b.	Color: As Selected by Architect
7.		Subsurface Graphic Application
a.	Image or copy is reversed on the back face of a clear non-glare acrylic sheet. Apply background color over engraved image or copy for contrast.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.   Delete options for changeable message and text not required.
D.	     Changeable Message Insert Panels:
1.	Clear non-glare acrylic lens or window for message insert
2.	Paper Insert, to be printed by Owner
a.	     Provide insert material and software for creating text and symbols for Owner production of paper inserts 
PART  3	  EXECUTION
3.1 		EXAMINATION
A.		Installer shall examine signs for defects, damage, and compliance with specifications.  Installation shall not proceed until satisfactory conditions are achieved.
B.	  Inspect conditions of substrate and other conditions which may affect installation of signage. 
C.		Do not begin installation until substrates are within manufacturer's specified tolerances and have been prepared in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
D.		If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, do not proceed with installation. Notify Architect of any unsatisfactory conditions immediately. 
E.		Commencement of work is deemed as acceptance of installation conditions.
3.2 		PREPARATION
A.		Verify mounting heights and locations for signage will comply with specified requirements, including accessibility requirements.
B.		Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions. Clean mounting locations of dirt, dust, grease or similar conditions that would prevent proper installation.
3.3 		INSTALLATION
A.		Install in accordance with manufacturer's printed installation instructions, and in proper relationship with adjacent work.
B.	     Use mounting methods and fasteners as recommended by the manufacturer.
C.		Install interior room identification signage by means of double sided tape and silicone, installed within 60 inches (1524 mm) of finished floor to center of sign on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door in accordance with ADA requirements, unless otherwise noted. Where there is no wall space, including double leaf doors, sign shall be placed on the nearest adjacent wall.
D.	  Set level, plumb, rigid and at heights indicated with surfaces free from defects.
3.4 		PROTECTION
A.		Protect installed products until completion of project.
B.		Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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