Floorsafe's Tactile Indicators should be used to warn of impending hazards for the vision impaired under the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA).
Tactile's generally have a flat or stemed base which is attached to the flooring surface using a strong epoxy style cement. They are designed to meet Australian Standards (AS/NZS: 1428) and Building Codes of Australia.
APPLICATIONS INCLUDE:
• External public access areas - bus stops, railways and ferry platforms
• Steps, landings, escalators and ramps
PLASTIC TACTILES:
These Tactiles are manufactured from a heavy duty damage resistand plastic and are both hard wearing and cost effective. The come in both white and yellow and surpass 70% contrast requirements. They have a multi directional anti slip surface.
STAINLESS STEEL TACTILES:
A stainless steel stud version is available. This has an additional 13mm stem which is inserted into pre-drilled holes in the flooring surface to offer additional security.
INDIVIDUAL STUDS:
• Coloured plastic, 316 stainless steel & carborundum in-filled
• Tactiles are R-12 rated for anti-slip safety
• Provide a permanent solution for tactile guidance
• Products are UV stable
• Meet all the required standards.
Tactile indicators are specially designed raised domes, manufactured from 316 marine grade stainless steel. They are placed wherever there is a change in surface to alert the visually impaired.
They are placed in rows 600mm in depth starting 300mm from the change in surface.
Tactile indicators are available in a variety of colours and grips and can be supplied individually for custom application or ready-fastened to stainless steel sheets (6 rows of 12 tactile's equaling 72 tactile's per sheet), for easy application over large areas.
Tactile's generally have a flat base which is attached to the flooring surface using a strong epoxy style cement.
Tactile Application Sheet
