TAKTYLE BRAILLE SIGNS

What is Taktyle®?

Taktyle® is the leading brand of Braille signs, making them the preferred choice wherever Braille signs are specified. The Taktyle® brand was created in 1994 and has worked with the Royal National Institute for the Blind, Centre for Accessible Environments, Sensory Advisory Council, School for the Visually Impaired, Resource Centres and Home for the Elderly. The cumulation of this has been the production of a ‘definitive design’ to meet the demands for all these sectors.

Why is the Taktyle® range different?

These signs feature Braille and in addition we raise the pictogram and put a raised border around the sign (where possible), providing tactile additions for those who are visually impaired, but have not learned Braille. In addition to this, for non-safety sign colours we feature 2 main colours, this ensures that whatever the colour background the signs are put onto there is a contrasting colour available.

THE DISABILITY DISCRIMINATION ACT 1996 (DDA)

Can you make bespoke Taktyle Signage?

Although we offer a wide range of Fire Safety, Prohibition, Mandatory, Hazard and General Architectural Signs within the Taktyle range. Our inhouse manufacturing capability enables us to manufacture custom signs, made to your individual requirements. Simply contact us to discuss your requirements.

What’s the best location for Taktyle Signage?

It is essential that Taktyle signs are accessible to touch and are positioned at a consistent height around any building, and working to the disability act to accommodate wheelchair users. Signage needs to stand out clearly in any given environment, so using contrasting colours against wall backgrounds is also important.

On the 1st October 2004 the Government implemented Part lll of the Disability Discrimination Act. Part lll of the act applies to any person, organisation or entity which is concerned with the provision in the United Kingdom of services (including goods and facilities) to the public or a section of the public.

This will mean that ‘reasonable adjustments’ in relation to the physical features of their premises must be made to overcome physical barriers to access. Taktyle signs are often included in these adjustments.

According to the (RNIB), there are more than 2 million people in the UK living with sight loss and of these there are around 350k people registered blind or partially sited. There is also an estimate of the number of people with sight loss is expected to rise to 2.7mil by 2030.

(*Source: RNIB)

Signs for the visually impaired

• Made from moulded matt finish plastic to prevent reflections.

• Patented locating ring – guides the hand to the centre where the information can easily be found.

• Smooth contour lettering and pictograms.

• Self Adhesive backing for instant fixing.

• One piece die-moulded construction provides high quality at a low cost.

• Light and dark colour backgrounds available to highlight colour contrast of background walls.

By law the correct safety signage should be displayed in the appropriate locations and to current legal standards. A Site Survey is advisable if you are unsure of your legal obligations or have been notified by a regulatory body that your current signage is not adequate.

• Site Surveys identify the signs you need, including size, positioning and materials, as well as any bespoke sign manufacturing service needs.

• Site Surveys also provide advice on ensuring the safety of you and your staff, including Lockout Tagout and Asset Management.

Fire Exit and Safe Condition

Our high intensity photoluminescent Taktyle Braille signs have been tested to DIN 67510 Part 1 - 4 specification, which exceeds international standard for flammability, smoke and toxicity. These signs are reverse printed on moulded matt finish plastic to prevent reflection. The patented locating ring guides the hand to the centre where the information can easily be found. The one piece die-moulded construction ensures that the raised lettering and images have smooth contours and do not run the risk of dropping out or being damaged from persistent use.

Taktyle® Braille Signs

Fire Extinguishers and Equipment Mandatory

The Safety Signs and Signals Regulations 1996 state that non-automatic fire fighting equipment should be marked with an appropriate permanent sign.

These signs convey an action that must be carried out. The ‘white on blue’ colour scheme is designated by the Safety Signs and Signals Regulations 1996.

Hazard Warning

As manufacturers we have total control of the production process for our Taktyle Braille signs. If you have a specific request, including custom colours or logos, Please give our sales office a call and we will be pleased to help.

Finger Plates

Taktyle finger plate signs are ideal for placing next to entrances or onto doors to give both safety and directional information. Reverse printed for lasting image quality even when used as a finger plate, the Braille lettering on the sign allows the message to be read by partially sighted persons. Each sign comes with a self adhesive backing for instant fixing.