BuyLine 0645 2008Graphics Architectural - Construction
Transcript of BuyLine 0645 2008Graphics Architectural - Construction
Mohawk Sign Systems, Inc.®
A Sign of Quality since 1946
Architectural Graphics2008
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Benefits• ADA compliant, one piece construction• Use of paper-based, “green” materials; no chemically formulated
substrates• Class A fire rated• Materials comprised of post industrial recycled content and
regionally manufactured• Low volatile organic compounds (VOC) manufacturer• NEMA rated “self-extinguishing”• Sand Carved® process has a proven track record of durability,
consistent quality and environmental sustainability
Features• Offers a wide range of standard letter colors and limitless
background colors. • Standard material is a hard phenolic plastic laminate. Other
materials that can be used include fiberglass, hardwoods, marble, slate, and granite.
• Additional features include plastic and aluminum frames, curvedseries frames, accent pieces, note bars, dry erase and more.
• Manufactures high quality dimension letters to complete designand build package.
• Attractive pricing works within a range of signage budgets.
A Sign of QualityMohawk Sign Systems has been manufacturing architectural interior and exterior signage for the construction industry for over 60 years. This longtermknowledge of the Division 10 miscellaneous specialties industry is key to producing ADA compliant, high quality, complementary way finding systems. No other graphic process can produce a more durable sign than Mohawk‘s Series 200A Sand Carved® product. Highly specified by architects, specifiersand interior designers, Mohawk‘s tactile and raised Braille characters signage is used to attain environmentally sustainable designs in hospitals, schools,medical facilities, hotels, museums and other public buildings.
The Series 200A Sand-Carved® process is made from a hard phenolic ES/MP plastic laminate. This process is themethod of choice for producing tactile and braille characters: the laminate is sand-blasted, removing background material, and raising the characters to 1/32 .̋ The braille and copy characters remain an intrinsic part of the sign and cannot be removed. Other materials available include fiberglass, hardwoods, marble, slate, granite and other man-made materials.
Your single source for complete ADA signage systems.Mohawk 1000 ADA system is a set of signs typically used in building signage. Your design needs – sizes, shapes, letterform and color – can be incorporated in a Mohawk 1000 standard package.
Mohawk 1000 ADA SYSTEM
Series 200A: Sand-Carved®
M1000 Restroom Sign8" x 8"
M1000-M310A ChangeableWindow Plaque 6" x 6"
M1000-M310B ChangeableWindow Plaque 6" x 6"
M1000-M308A ChangeableMessage Slot 6" x 6"
M1000-M308B ChangeableMessage Slot 6" x 6"
M1000 RoomNumber3" x 3"
M1000 Elevator IDSign 2" x 2"
M1000 Alternating Message Slider (On Air/ Off Air) 6" x 6"
M1000 Directional Sign9" x 8"
M1000-M311Exit Sign6" x 6"
M1000 Occupancy Sign12" x 12"
M1000 Stair ID Sign12" x 12"
M1000-Room name andNumber 6" x 6" M1000 Exterior Sign 15" x 15"
M1000 Room Sign3" x 8"
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Mohawk 1000 can be expanded upon by adding an arch design and/or a customized logo.
Mohawk’s Sand Carved® process creates a permanency of your logo as the design becomes an intrinsic part of the sign material. Contact Mohawk forartwork requirements. In addition, the arch dimension can be altered for yourplan needs.
Mohawk 2000 ARCH SYSTEM
Series 200A: Sand-Carved®
M2000 Directory Plaque 143⁄4" x 18", presslock panel sizes 11⁄2" x 18" M2000 Restroom Sign 10" x 8"
M2000-M310A ChangeableWindow Plaque 8" x 8"
M2000 RoomNumber 3" x 6"
M2000 Symbol Sign (Any International symbol) 8" x 8"
M2000 Room Name andNumber 8" x 8"
M2000 Wingand Number Plaque 6" x 6"
M2000 Alternating Message Plaque (In/Out) 8" x 8" SliderM2000-M308B ChangeableMessage Slot 8" x 8"
• Available for interior and exterior applications• Logos and letters can be machine cut
from acrylics, wood and metals to includealuminum and brass.
• Cast letters available in aluminum. • Installation instructions provided for your
construction professional. • Refer to Mohawk’s website for more
information.
Mohawk offers machine cut and cast letters to customers seeking a high quality, professional dimensional lettering.
Dimensional Letters and Logos
Features
Series 200: Dimensional Letters
Mohawk 200 Dim Cast Aluminium 12" letters
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• Actual window size can be as large or small as desired.• Number of windows can vary – 1/2” space required
between windows.• Window can be accessed from top or side(s).• Message inserts manufactured with Series 100 engraved
ES or Series 400 vinyl lettering.• User-friendly software and perforated paper inserts for
client use available upon request.• Often used in cubicle identification, press-locked frame
applications.• Note use of multiple colors, thumb slots, large/multiple
openings and Spanish translation samples.
Window Plaque Signs are an excellent way to identify personnel, functions or room occupants where a changeableinsert is required.
Window Plaques
Features
• Slot can be as large, small or numerous as desired –1/2” space required around entire slot.
• No acrylic product used in open slots.• Message inserts manufactured with Series 100
engraved ES or Series 400 vinyl lettering.• User-friendly software and perforated paper inserts for
client use available upon request.• Clear protective lens available. Open slot standard.• Ideal for business card holders and rotational room
identification.• Note use of decals, lens cover, multiple slots and
framed samples.
Mohawk’s ability to mill slots provides an environmentally attractive, one-piece construction option to detail a room’s function or its occupants.
Window Slots
Features
Mohawk Sign Systems can provide your organizationwith the software to produce your own professionalquality paper inserts for our window signage sys-tems. Along with the software, we can also provideyou perforated paper custom- fitted for your large
volume signage needs. Contact Mohawk for a list ofavailable paper colors and sizes.
M308A Changeable Message Slot 8" x 6", 23⁄4" slot
M310A Changeable 4" x 6" Window Plaque/Cubicle Identifier with Thumb Slot
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• Modular nature of directoriesallows for limitless flexibility
• Base plate thickness can be 1/8”or 1/4” and mounted with concealed fasteners.
• Modular mounting options includemechanical, tape, magnetic orpress lock (popular).
• If requested, 1/32” Braille can beadded alongside raised tactile.
Creating site wide uniformity of a building’sgraphics package calls for directories to be considered during interior design applications.
Directories
Features
Features
• Available in Mohawk’s Series 300 subsurface processusing non glare acrylic.
• Customer to furnish camera-ready artwork. • Refer to Mohawk’s website for artwork file requirements.• Clean and sharp images necessary for optimal clarity.• Popular end user window plaque option holds
8 1/2” x 11” standard paper insert.
A building requirement, evacuation maps can be reproduced from your detailed drawings and specifications to effectively present a legibleand concise pictorial directory.
Evacuation Routes
Features
• Width and height of slider opening can vary.• Slider can match letter or background color• Incorporate window plaque for unique look.• Note use of M2000 Arch Series, custom
shapes, multiple colors, logos and framedsamples.
Alternating message plaques allow for room identificationas well as occupancy using a slider to hide and unhidetext within Mohawk’s milled window slot.
Alternating Message Plaques
M203-6 SLR Satin Alumium Framed 6" x 6",(Armed/Unarmed), 3⁄4" slider slot
Multiple Plaque Directory with ChangeableInserts, Custom Logo and Bilingual Translations 30" x 23"
Mohawk Subsurface Floor Plan 12" x 12" Camera-Ready Artwork by Architect
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• Durable exterior grade materials• Utilizes aluminum posts• Ideal for vehicular directional,
building identification and customdesigns uses such as removabletenant listings.
Mohawk offers post and panel exterior signageto complete your wayfinding package.
Exterior Signage
Features
• The only one-piece construction Braillecurved frame in the industry.
• Metal frame accepts Mohawk’s materialwith intrinsic raised tactile and Braille.
• No beads or glued on lettering subject todeterioration.
• Frames come in satin or black or gold andhave a variety of cap colors.
• Contact Mohawk for size curved framesavailable.
Mohawk Sign Systems’ Curved Series adds an eye-catchingelement to your framed graphic design.
Curved Series
Features
• Mohawk offers the first in the industry a four part frame creating an all in one design forthe message you wish to convey. Include a window plaque, cork or post-it note sectionfor a truly unique framed sign.
• Manufactured from a continuous piece of extruded aluminum angle.• An attractive 3/32” black reveal is created when framing.• Unlimited aluminum frame sizes. Contact Mohawk for plastic size availability.• Corner condition of frames can be square or radius.• Standard finish is satin clear anodized. Other finishes available are satin gold, black
anodized, duranodic dark bronze, polished gold and silver.• All frames can be painted standard or custom color to meet your design needs.• Plastic frames can come with or without lens.• Desk frames also available.
Adding a Mohawk aluminum or plastic frame creates anelement of style to your building or remodeling project.
Frame Series
Features
NEW
Mohawk CV Curved Frame 8" x 8" with Changeable Window Plaque and Custom Logo
Mohawk 4-Part Frame with Sand Carved® PresslockInserts and Custom Graphics 91⁄2" x 121⁄2"
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MP ESColor 1/16˝ 1/8˝ 1/4˝ 1/16˝ 1/8˝117 •116 • •229 •196 • •107 • •177 •180 • •185 •
MP ESColor 1/16˝ 1/8˝ 1/4˝ 1/16˝ 1/8˝225 • • • • •105 • • • • •121 • •102 • •226 • •220 • • •113 • •250 • •
Materials
Color variations are uncontrollable. Mohawk attempts to keep such variations to a minimum. However, exact color match cannot be guaranteed. Mohawk will provide color samples for minimalcharge when color is critical.
Materials:Mohawk ES Plastic meets U.S. Government specification No. LP-387A Type NDP.ES Plastic - Used for Series 100 -Engraved graphic process and Series 200A• Material Thickness 1/16˝ - 1/8˝• Maximum continuous
operating temperature 200˚F (93˚C)• Flexural strength flat 14,500 psi• Tensile strength 9,000 psi• Mil. Spec LP-387a
Type NDP• NEMA rated “Self-extinguishing”See color chart for available colors using this process.
MP Plastic - Used for Series 200A - Sand Carved® graphic process • Material Thickness 1/16˝ - 1/8˝ - 1/4˝• Maximum continuous
operating temperature 225˚F (107˚C)
• Flexural strength flat 25,000 psi• Tensile strength 22,000 psi• Compressive strength flat 47,000 psi• Shear strength 16,800 psi• Dielectric strength short Time • (D229 test) 330 volts/Mil• NEMA rated “Self-extinguishing”See color chart for available letter colors using thisprocess. Custom painted letter colors are available for an extra charge.
Fiberglass - Used for Series 200A - Sand Carved®
graphic process. Letter color white or black.Recommended for exterior use only.• Material Thickness 1/8˝ or 1/4˝• Maximum continuous
operating temperature 180˚F (82˚C)• Flexural strength flat 22,000 psi• Tensile strength 14,000 psi
Acrylics - (with solid color) Used for Series 100 -Engraved, Series 200 - Dimensional, and Series 400 - Vinyl applied graphic processes’. Material thickness 1/8˝ and 1/4 .̋ Finish - gloss only.Colors available: Black, Brown, White, Red, and Blue.
Clear Acrylics - (non glare) Used for Series 300 - Sub-surface graphic and Series 200 - Dimensionalgraphic processes only. Material thickness 1/8˝ and1/16˝. Using this process, background color is second surface painted.
Metals - Used for Series 100 - Engraved and Series 400 - Vinyl applied graphic processes. Satin aluminum - 1/8˝ thickness only. (Polished finishavailable at an extra charge). Brass: 1/16˝ thicknessfor satin finish and .050˝ thickness for polished finish.
225 White 105 Black 160 Russett 121 Brown 102 Chocolate 287 Sand
108 Cocoa 226 Beige 220 Almond 3279 Arch. Grey 168 Medium Grey
285 Jute 180 Taupe
113 Grey
117 Dark Blue 116 Blue321 Brittany Blue
1629 Slate Blue
206 Hunter Green
118 Green232 Turquoise
147 Teal
403 Aspenwood 229 Yellow
505 Marsala Red
196 Burgundy
107 Red 177 Heather Rose
507 Sugar Plum
464 Brilliant Gold 312 Medium Bronze 954 Fine Silver
405 Light Apricot
114 Purple
492 Mauve
286 Malt
NEW NEW NEW
185 Bittersweet 133 Squash
728 Stem Green
NEW NEW
NEW
709 Blue Jay 201 Waters Edge 250 Light Grey
NEW NEW NEW
NEW Metallic Colors (464, 312, 954) These swatches are simulated metallic colors. We can provide actual metallic paint swatches for more accuracy.
Answering the call for the trend in bold new colors,Mohawk has added 9 new background colors. Rangingfrom metallic to oranges and greens, Mohawk remainsthe industry leader in the number of standard background colors.
Painted Background Colors: All colors listed below are Mohawk standard painted colors. Mohawk Sign Systems is also capable of formulating any custom color you desire.
: Indicates Series 200A letter colors : Indicates Series 100 Engraved background colors (Also available for letter color using Series 200A process).
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Selection of the type of mounting should be based onthe kind of surface and the degree of permanencerequired. If in doubt, please contact Mohawk.
Mechanical Mounting – MMCombination sheet metal-wood screws, full threaded.Head styles: Pan head; torx and driver; Phillips oval headand Phillips round head screws. Supplied as an extra. All signs over 8˝ x 8˝ are required to have mechanicalmounting to be eligible for warranty.
Vinyl Tape Mounting – VTMScotchmount, double-faced 1/32˝ thickness.Recommended for smooth, non-porous surfaces. Vinyl tape is not suggested for rough or vinyl-covered surfaces and signs over 8˝ x 8 .̋
Silastic Adhesive Mounting – SAMSilastic adhesive is suitable for most surfaces includingsmooth, irregular, porous or vinyl covered. Vinyl foamtape is supplied to hold the sign in place until the silastic has fully cured. Supplied as an extra. Maximum sign size - 8˝ x 8 .̋
Press Lock – PLMPress lock mounting is ideal for changeable directoriesand frame inserts. The 1/16˝ low profile and 1/8˝ “snaphooks” are applied to the back of the sign. Consideredmore durable and secure than the conventional Velcromounting. Supplied as an extra.
Dimensional Mounting – DMA 1/8˝ or 1/4˝ thick backer is furnished where dimen-sion is required or where irregular and difficult surfacesexist. The backer is furnished with concealed holes andscrews and the face plate is supplied with VTM or SAM.Please specify interior or exterior. Supplied as an extra.
Magnetic Tape Mounting - MTMThe 1/16˝ magnetic tape is mounted to the back of the signwhere interchangeability is required from steel surfaces.Mohawk can also provide a thin-steel plate with adhesivetape. Supplied as extra. Maximum sign size 8˝ x 8 .̋
SECTION 10426 – SPECIALTY SIGNS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Signage
1.02 SUBMITTAL
A. Manufacturers must submit 3 references showing products for projects completed within the last 6 years.
B. Submit manufacturer’s technical data and installation for each type of sign required.
C. Submit shop drawings listing sign size, letterformand letter heights.
D. Submit one full size sample sign of type, style and color specified, including method ofattachment. If approved, the sample will become part of the job.
1.03 SIGN TYPE DESCRIPTION
A. Signage shall consist of room number and roomfunction to meet the requirements of theAmericans with Disabilities Act – 1990 (ADA) and CABO/ANSI A117.1 – 1992.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MANUFACTURER
A. Provide products from Mohawk Sign Systems,Inc.®
P.O. Box 966, Schenectady, NY 12301-0966. 518/ 842-5303 or FAX 518/ 842-5306 or approvedequal. Other manufacturers must submit theirsignage products to the Architect 10 days prior to the bid date for approval to be considered as an equal.
2.02 GRAPHIC PROCESS
A. All signs shall be manufactured using GraphicProcess Series 200A – Sand Carved® usingFormat D.
1. Tactile characters shall be raised the required1/32˝ inches from sign face. Glue-on letters or etched backgrounds are not acceptable.
2. All text shall be accompanied by Grade 2 braille. Braille shall be separated 1/2˝ from thecorresponding raised characters or symbols.Grade 2 braille translation to be provided by signage manufacturer.
3. Perimeter borders shall be 3/8˝. (optional)4. All letters, numbers and/or symbols shall contrast
with their background, either light characters on adark background or dark characters on a lightbackground. Characters and background shallhave a non-glare finish.
B. Plaque material shall be melamine plastic laminate, approximately 1/8˝ thick with contrastingcore color. The melamine shall be non-static, fire-retardant and self-extinguishing. The plasticlaminate will be impervious to most acids, alkalies, alcohol, solvents, abrasives and boiling water.
C. Letterform shall be Gill Sans upper case or other san serif or simple serif letterforms.
D. Size of letters and numbers shall be as follows:1. Room numbers shall be 1˝.2. Lettering for room ID signs shall be 3/4˝.3. Symbol size shall be 4˝.4. Standard Grade 2 braille shall be 1/2˝
below copy.E. Copy position: CC (centered/centered) or as
indicated on drawings.
2.03 SIGN SIZE
A. Room function signs, 2˝ x length as required.B. Classroom signs, will be design M-310-A with
one window or M-310-B with two windows whererequired. Window inserts by owner. Sign size, 6˝ x 6˝.
Typical Room ID Sign
Design M310 – B
Design ADA – 4
Design M310 – A
C. Restroom signs shall be design ADA-4 size 8˝ x 8˝ with a 4˝ accessibility symbol, gendersymbol and the verbal description placeddirectly below followed by Grade 2 braille.
D. Corners: 1/2˝ radius (optional)E. See typical sign layouts on drawings.
2.04 EXTERIOR WALL SIGNS (At Exterior FrontDoors)
A. Design: M203-9 Black duranodic aluminumframe sign, size 9˝ x 9˝.
B. Insert material, ES Plastic, color as selected.C. Insert shall contain a 4˝ accessibility symbol
with the verbal description, “Entrance” using 1˝ Gill Sans upper case letters directly belowfollowed by Grade 2 braille.
2.05 MOUNTING
A. Signs shall be mounted using vinyl tape forinterior signs and concealed holes and screwsfor the exterior frame sign. The signs shall be mounted 60˝ from the floorto the center of the sign on the latch side. The distance between the door frame and sign should be 2 .̋ Installer/user assumeresponsibility for suitable installation of the signs.
Mohawk Sign Systems, Inc.®A Sign of Quality since 1946
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 966, Schenectady, NY 12301-0966Plant Address: 5 Dandreano Drive, Amsterdam, NY 12010800.223.7705Fax 518.842.5306E-mail: [email protected]
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