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<br />EXTERIOR SIGNAGE FABRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
<br />10. Images shall be free from squeegee marks and lines
<br />resulting from improper print stroke or screen off-contact.
<br />N. Vinyl Sheeting:
<br />1. Non-Refl ective
<br />a. Single Vinyl Product: All vinyl sheeting, inks and
<br />overlays shall maintain the same manufacturer and
<br />required specifi cations. Mixing products, processes
<br />or materials from different manufactures that voids
<br />warranties is not permitted.
<br />2. Refl ective Sheeting:
<br />a. Single Vinyl Product: All vinyl sheeting, inks and
<br />overlays shall maintain the same manufacturer and
<br />required specifi cations. Mixing products, processes,
<br />or materials from different manufactures voids
<br />warranties and is not permitted.
<br />b. 3M Certifi ed Fabricator: Refl ective Vinyl Printing shall
<br />be performed by a current accredited 3M Certifi ed
<br />Fabricator or 3M Certifi ed Digital Fabricator, which
<br />includes an annual onsite audit of manufacturing
<br />facilities, ensuring correct materials and processes
<br />are being used. Certifi cation shall guarantee that the
<br />product will be covered by 3M MCS Traffi c Warranty.
<br />c. Use 3M High Intensity Refl ective Sheeting or approved
<br />equal that meets MUTCD requirements for Community
<br />Wayfi nding Signage (MUTCD Section 2D.50).
<br />3. Perforated Sheeting:
<br />a. Pre-perforated product with manufacturer’s guarantee
<br />for function and warranty.
<br />O. Illumination & Electrical:
<br />1. Perform the complete electrical design for illuminated signs.
<br />a. Illuminated signs shall be designed by an electrical
<br />engineer.
<br />b. Illuminated signs shall be fabricated and wired to be
<br />compliant with current UL listing requirements.
<br />c. Illuminated signs shall be UL Certifi ed.
<br />d. Internal illumination is required to provide adequate
<br />and even illumination over the face of the sign without
<br />hot spots or shadows.
<br />2. Fabricator to verify location of power and electrical feed with
<br />the Owner’s Representative prior to sign fabrication.
<br />3. The disconnect switch is to be located in an inconspicuous
<br />location, not visible from the primary face(s) of the sign or
<br />the street.
<br />4. All internally illuminated signs are to have a master timer
<br />with photoelectric eye on/off control to turn the sign on at
<br />night and off in the morning, and on during dark conditions.
<br />a. Location of timer to be coordinated with and
<br />approved by the Owner’s Representative, building
<br />owner/facilities department.
<br />b. Illuminated signs must be connected to a building
<br />timer/photocell, not on individual timers & photocells.
<br />5. All internally illuminated signs and channel letters shall be
<br />painted white on the interior using Matthews’ refl ective
<br />white paint or shall be lined with 3M’s Matte White Light
<br />Enhancement Film, to enhance and evenly distribute light.
<br />6. Provide concealed access panel in an accessible location on
<br />all internally illuminated sign cabinets. Panels are to be fl ush,
<br />lightproof, and watertight.
<br />7. Internally illuminated signs are to have adequate internal
<br />system of ventilation to assure a uniform dissipation of heat
<br />from electrical components of electrically powered and
<br />illuminated signs, heat (solar) absorption by sign and other
<br />sources.
<br />8. Any openings in exterior surfaces must be internally baffl ed
<br />to prevent light leaks and prevent entry of rain, snow,
<br />wind-blown debris, and other foreign matter, and are to be
<br />covered with color-coordinated insect screen on the interior
<br />of the face.
<br />9. House all electrical components within sign cabinets,
<br />except for remote transformers as dictated by the Owner’s
<br />Representative. All wiring and raceways within the sign are
<br />to be completely enclosed.
<br />10. Transformers for channel letters shall be remote
<br />transformers wherever possible.
<br />a. If remote transformers are not applicable, then all
<br />electrical components shall be contained within the
<br />channel letter itself.
<br />b. Remote transformers must be located within a
<br />location easily accessible for servicing without
<br />disturbing or interrupting room functions.
<br />11. Illumination to be provided by LED or fl uorescent lamps as
<br />specifi ed on design drawings.
<br />a. Internally illuminated channel letters shall be
<br />illuminated using LED, unless otherwise noted on the
<br />design drawings.
<br />b. Signs wired with high output lamps are to include
<br />spring-loaded static strips between each lamp.
<br />12. LEDs or other internal hardware must not be visible through
<br />translucent letterforms and graphics.
<br />13. Test and verify all illumination within the shop environment
<br />prior to shipping signs to site.
<br />P. Labels:
<br />Only labels required by law are permitted on the exterior of the
<br />sign face.
<br />1. Labels shall be located in a position as discreet as possible.
<br />2. Labels shall not be on the primary messaging faces
<br />or street facing side of the sign, unless dictated so
<br />by the local ordinance.
<br />3. No other labels are permitted on the signs.
<br />4. Fabricator contact information may be placed inside the
<br />sign on the access panel.
<br />PART 3 - EXECUTION
<br />3.1 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
<br />A. Pack, wrap, crate, bundle, box, bag, or otherwise package, handle,
<br />transport, and store all fabricated work as necessary to provide
<br />protection from damage.
<br />B. Provide clear and legible identifying information on all product
<br />packaging to ensure proper on-site identifi cation and installation.
<br />C. Fabricator to coordinate the delivery and secure storage of
<br />signage with the Owner’s Representative.
<br />D. Recommend covering all sign faces with a low-tack protective
<br />vinyl cover, to be removed after installation. This is to help
<br />minimize minor scratches and nicks that happen during
<br />unpacking and installation.
<br />3.2 DEMOLITION
<br />A. Fabricator is required to remove all existing signs as noted
<br />in the included Demolition plan and/or as identifi ed in the
<br />Project Documents
<br />B. Fabricator is to remove all below grade footings and foundations
<br />completely, fi ll with compacted soil, and repair landscaping. .
<br />C. For exterior wall mounted signs and individual letters, Fabricator
<br />is to remove the sign, fi ll holes, power wash the façade and
<br />touch-up paint as required.
<br />D. Electrical connections are to be properly terminated for demoed
<br />illuminated signs.
<br />E. Fabricator is responsible for disposal of demolished signage.
<br />Recycling is recommended. Open dumping is prohibited.
<br />Coordinate with Owner’s Representative.
<br />F. Fabricator to repair and bring to consistent look with surrounding
<br />area any areas or surfaces damaged or left exposed in an
<br />unfi nished condition due to the removal of a sign.
<br />3.3 PERMITS AND VARIANCES:
<br />A. Research relevant local code requirements and honor the same
<br />in fabrication and installation.
<br />B. Secure any and all necessary permits for signage installation.
<br />Coordinate with the Owner's Representative to secure variances,
<br />should any be required.
<br />C. Coordinate with the Owner's Representative to have all
<br />underground utilities properly located and marked. Any damage
<br />to below-grade utilities or structures for which the Owner
<br />or Owner’s Representative has provided adequate location
<br />information is the responsibility of the Fabricator.
<br />3.4 INSTALLATION
<br />
<br />A. General:
<br />1. The fi nal Sign Message Schedule (or annotated layouts) and
<br />Sign Location Plan shall be consulted together to determine
<br />the precise location for each sign. Fabricator is to review any
<br />necessary adjustments and fi nal locations with the Owner/
<br />Owner's Representative.
<br />2. If installation subcontractors are utilized, the Fabricator
<br />must provide a company representative to act as on-site
<br />supervisor through the duration of the installation process
<br />to oversee any subcontracted installation work.
<br />3. Fabricator to maintain current signage and directional
<br />information during installation in order to continue to
<br />provide proper wayfi nding. This can be done through the
<br />use of temporary signs or vinyl over existing sign faces.
<br />4. Fabricator to provide a site logistics plan indicating the work
<br />areas, proposed equipment, and power sources, extent and
<br />duration of street closures, and schedule time/dates of the
<br />respective sign installations. This schedule is to be updated
<br />on a weekly basis if changes occur.
<br />B. Locating Signs:
<br />1. Fabricator’s installers must have applicable understanding
<br />of the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design (ADA) mounting
<br />guidelines, city zoning and other applicable federal, state,
<br />and local codes, general sign locating practices, and any
<br />particular unique installations.
<br />2. Installers are to follow the regulations, noted guidelines,
<br />custom notes within the Sign Message Schedule, and
<br />architectural details around an installation location for the
<br />best visual placement.
<br />3. Keep a reasonable distance from protruding objects.
<br />4. Any signage that is improperly located is to be moved to the
<br />proper location, and all repairs to wall surfaces and signage
<br />are to be handled by the Fabricator.
<br />5. If the installers are unable to make a decision about any
<br />sign locations, they shall contact the Designer, providing a
<br />graphic representation of the questionable area, or contact
<br />the Owner’s Representative for on-site options. If there is a
<br />code requirement regarding the sign location, the installer
<br />must notify the Owner’s Representative of the requirement.
<br />C. Mounting:
<br />1. Ensure every building-mounted sign location has the
<br />necessary blocking for safe and secure mounting. Where
<br />additional blocking is needed, recommend changes and
<br />additional associated costs, and receive approval prior to
<br />beginning installation.
<br />2. Ground signs are to be mounted on J-bolt footings or
<br />breakaway bases, centered on the concrete base or footing,
<br />unless otherwise specifi ed in the Design Intent Drawings or
<br />required by code.
<br />3. All bolts, nuts, washers, and other fasteners shall match the
<br />sign material and fi nish.
<br />a. If fastening dissimilar materials stainless steel
<br />fasteners shall be used, 300 series is preferred.
<br />Galvanized steel is acceptable only if all exposed
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