SECTION 10431

SIGNS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1. SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Panel signs.
2. Dimensional characters (letters and numbers).
3. Illuminated characters (letters and numbers).
4. Signage accessories.

1.2. SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each product indicated.

B. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, wiring diagrams, and
attachments to other Work.

1. Verify dimensions by field measurements before fabrication and indicate

measurements on Shop Drawings.

2. Provide message list for each sign.

C. Samples: For each sign material indicated that involves color selection.

1.3. QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
and with code provisions as adopted by authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined

in NFPA 70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having
jurisdiction, and marked for intended use.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 INTERIOR SIGNS

A. Aluminum Backings

1. Lacquered aluminum backing sheets will be of sufficient thickness not to

deform under installed conditions and be a minimum of 2.0 mm. Colors as
selected by the Engineer.

2.2 TEXT, PICTOGRAMS AND GRAPHICS.

A. Text pictograms and graphics shall be as shown on drawings. Text, pictogram and
graphics will be screen printed.

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 B. All interior signs shall be ADA compliant, including raised letters, braille and non-
glare finish. Character recognition including type, proportion and contrast shall
conform to the ADAAG. Mounting heights shall be as per ADAAG stipulations.

C. Non-Illuminated Signs: Signs for interior room designations, directions and

emergency contact signs shall be aluminum complying with ASTM B 209 unless
otherwise indicated on drawings.

2.3 PANEL SIGNS

A. General: Provide panel signs that comply with requirements indicated for
materials, thicknesses, finishes, colors, designs, shapes, sizes, and details of
construction.

B. Aluminum Sheet and Plate: ASTM B 209 (ASTM B 209M), alloy and temper
recommended by aluminum producer and finisher for type of use and finish
indicated, and with not less than the strength and durability properties of 5005-
H15.

C. Frames: Fabricate frames to profile indicated; comply with the following

requirements for materials and corner conditions:

1. Material: Aluminum.

2. Corner Condition: Square.

D. Brackets: Fabricate brackets and fittings for bracket-mounted signs from extruded
aluminum to suit panel sign construction and mounting conditions indicated.
Factory-paint brackets in color matching background color of panel sign.

E. Graphic Content and Style: Provide sign copy that complies with requirements
indicated on Drawings for size, style, spacing, content, mounting height and
location, material, finishes, and colors of signage.

F. Changeable Message Inserts: Fabricate signs to allow insertion of changeable

messages in the form of slide-in inserts.

1. Furnish paper and software for creating text and symbols for computers for
Owner production of paper inserts.

2. Furnish paper cut-to-size for changeable message insert.

G. Engraved Copy: Machine engrave letters, numbers, symbols, and other graphic
devices into panel sign on face indicated to produce precisely formed copy,
incised to uniform depth.

1. Engraved Metal: Color of text and graphics as indicated on drawings.

2.4 DIMENSIONAL CHARACTERS

A. Aluminum Extrusions: ASTM B 221 (ASTM B 221M), alloy and temper

recommended by aluminum producer and finisher for type of use and finish
indicated, and with not less than the strength and durability properties of 6063-T5.

B. Stainless-Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip: Provide stainless-steel plate, sheet, and
strip, Type 302 or Type 304, complying with ASTM A 666.

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 C. Cutout Characters: Cut characters from solid plate of thickness and metal
indicated. Produce precisely cut characters with square cut, smooth, eased
edges. Comply with requirements indicated for finish, style, and size.

1. Metal: Stainless steel

D. Fabricated Characters: Fabricate letters and numbers to required sizes and

styles, using metals and thicknesses indicated. Form exposed faces and sides of
characters to produce surfaces free from warp and distortion. Include internal
bracing for stability and attachment of mounting accessories. Comply with
requirements indicated for finish, style, and size.

1. Stainless-Steel Sheet: Not less than 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) thick for face
and 0.031 inch (0.80 mm) thick for returns.

2. Character Height: As indicated.

3. Character Style: Helvetica in Arabic and English text.

E. Illuminated Characters: Illuminate characters in manner indicated using

manufacturer's standard lighting components including fluorescent tubes,
transformers, insulators, and other components. Make provisions for servicing
and concealing connections to building electrical system. Coordinate electrical
characteristics with those of power supply provided.

1. Backlighted Characters: Provide concealed lighting tubes of number

indicated or required by size of characters. Include manufacturer's
hardware for projection mounting of characters at distance from wall surface
indicated.

2.5 ACCESSORIES

A. Vinyl Film: Provide opaque non-reflective vinyl film, 0.0035-inch (0.089-mm)

minimum thickness, with pressure-sensitive adhesive backing suitable for both
exterior and interior applications.

B. Mounting Methods: Use concealed fasteners fabricated from materials that are
not corrosive to sign material and mounting surface. Refer to I.D. drawings for
mounting locations.

C. Anchors and Inserts: Provide nonferrous-metal or hot-dip galvanized anchors and

inserts for exterior installations and elsewhere as required for corrosion
resistance. Use toothed steel or lead expansion-bolt devices for drilled-in-place
anchors. Furnish inserts, as required, to be set into concrete or masonry work.

D. Note Holders: Manufacturer's standard aluminum paper sheet holders.

2.6 ALUMINUM FINISHES

A. Provide polyester powder coatings where indicated, 60 to 80 microns thick; color as

selected by the Engineer.

2.7 STAINLESS-STEEL FINISHES

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 A. Remove tool and die marks and stretch lines or blend into finish. Grind and polish
surfaces to produce uniform, directionally textured, polished finish indicated, free
of cross scratches. Run grain with long dimension of each piece.

B. Mirror like Reflective, Nondirectional Polish: No. 8 finish.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate signs and accessories where indicated, using mounting methods
of types described and in compliance with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Install signs level, plumb, and at heights indicated, with sign surfaces free
from distortion and other defects in appearance.

B. Wall-Mounted Panel Signs: Attach panel signs to wall surfaces using methods
indicated below:

1. Mechanical Fasteners: Use nonremovable mechanical fasteners placed

through predrilled holes. Attach signs with fasteners and anchors suitable
for secure attachment to substrate as recommended in writing by sign
manufacturer.

C. Dimensional Characters: Mount characters using standard fastening methods

recommended in writing by manufacturer for character form, type of mounting,
wall construction, and condition of exposure indicated. Provide heavy paper
template to establish character spacing and to locate holes for fasteners.

1. Flush Mounting: Mount characters with backs in contact with wall surface.

2. Projected Mounting: Mount characters at projection distance from wall

surface indicated.

D. Illuminated Characters:

1. Run wires into wall construction through conduit.

2. Exposed-to-view wiring or conduit on wall face is not permitted.

3. Engage a licensed electrician to connect wiring to power source.

END OF SECTION

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