internal sign manual - university of kent
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Internal sign manual
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Contents
1.0 Introduction
2.0 Graphic elements 2.1 Logos
2.2 Typeface
2.3 Typography
2.4 Arrows
2.5 Pictograms
2.6 Colour specifications
2.7 DDA compliance
3.0 Mapping 3.1 Mapping overview
3.2 Keynes College ground floor map
3.3 Keynes College first floor map
4.0 Internal sign system
4.1 Internal sign family
4.2 MON: Monolith with building directory
4.3 DTY: Level directory
4.4 DIR-1: Directional wall mounted
4.5 DIR-2: Directional suspended
4.6 BLID: Block / level ID
4.7 BID: Block ID
4.8 PRO: Projecting sign
4.9 RID-1: Room ID with paper insert
4.11 RID-2: Room ID with A4 paper carrier
4.12 RID-3: Room ID with permanent message
4.13 RID-4: Room ID room number only
4.14 FAC-1: Public facility signs
4.15 FAC-2: Operational facility signs
4.16 A3H: A3 paper holder
4.17 LET: fret-cut letters
Appendixi Consultants and supplier contact details
ii Sign positioning guide
The CD
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1.0 Introduction
This sign manual contains a concise record of the information relating to the creation of the graphics and manufacture of the University of Kent internal sign system.
It incorporates guidelines for laying out the sign graphics, re-producing any maps and building diagrams, it is the manufacture's responsibility to conduct a site survey before
commencing any work to check the specified signs will fit in the desired location. Any artwork should be signed of by the University prior to production.
With this Manual is a CD containing fonts, graphic elements and templates to produce the signage artwork plus an electronic copy of this Manual.
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2.0 Graphic elements
All the graphic elements needed to create the University signage can be found in folder '01 Graphic Elements' on the accompanying CD and includes:
• Fonts
• Logos
• Arrows
• Pictograms
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2.1 Logos The University of Kent logo is the main branding symbol for the University. To ensure consistency of the brand, only the vectored logo supplied on the CD should be used.
The master logo is supplied in two formats: vertical and horizontal. The vertical format shown here is the preferred version.
The logos shown below are supplied with this Manual: CD: 01 Graphic Elements > University of Kent Logos
Logo exclusion zone
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2.2 Typeface Arial MT is the corporate typeface and should be the only typeface used in the sign system. Two weights have been chosen to establish a visual message hierarchy and should generally be used as follows:
Arial MT Medium: information text
Arial MT Bold: destinations or headline text
The use of upper and lower case should be applied across all information signage.
The controlled use of typeface and text weights will ensure consistency is maintained throughout the University.
Refer to individual sign type drawings in Section 4.0 for specifications regarding text heights and positioning.
The fonts shown are supplied with this Manual: CD: 01 Graphic Elements > Fonts
Arial MT Medium
Arial MT Bold
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Main Reception
Main reception
2.3 Typography Both the internal modular sign system and exterior signage allows for a certain amount of flexibility and freedom of text size and layout, so an assessment must be made regarding text size and viewing distance of the sign plus space available.
Legibility
In addition to type size, distinctive shape is an important factor for legibility. Therefore type should be set in both upper and lower case, because people read primarily by word shape. The first letter of each key word should always begin with a capital letter.
Letter spacing
All typesetting should be done in Adobe Illustrator with a tracking value of +10, except for tactile text which should have a tracking value of +20
Characters can and should be individually letter spaced where required.
The correct use of capitals. Having a capital letter at the beginning of words helps give a word a unique shape, this will improve legibility even for people with blurred vision.
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2.4 Arrows Only the arrow shown below is to be used in the sign system. The arrow should rotate about its axis in the seven directions shown below.
Arrows should be applied in consistent zones to ensure clarity of the message. They should always be in close proximity to the message they refer to, so that there is no ambiguity.
120% x x
x
Direction
Refer to individual sign type drawings for specifications regarding proportion, colour and positioning.
The arrows shown are supplied with this Manual: CD: 01 Graphic Elements > Arrows
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2.5 Pictograms The use of pictograms where appropriate can be beneficial to a sign system as they are understood by a variety of user groups. The International Standard pictograms should be used on both the external and internal signage as they offer a wide range of proven legible and recognisable options. Refer to individual sign type drawings for specifications regarding proportion and positioning.
X
50% X 25% X
120%X 120% X
Toilets
When pictograms are used in conjunction with running text they appear within a box, when used in isolation on a sign they can be reversed out.
The icons shown below are supplied with this Manual: CD: 01 Graphic Elements > Pictograms
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2.6 Colour specifications The internal signage colour scheme uses the existing University exterior colour palette of blue, light blue and white. All material colour samples should be approved before manufacture. It is generally applied as follows:
Kent Blue
Pantone 294 C
C:100 M:58 Y:0 K:21
R:0 G:56 B:130
RAL ref 260 30 35
Light blue
Pantone 629 C
C:34 M:0 Y:9 K:0
R:180 G:222 B:230
Kent blue: Pantone 294 primarily used for the background colour of the signs.
Light blue: primarily used as an accent colour
White: primarily used for text and pictograms.
Metallic silver: used for design detail on the signs.
Metallic silver
Vinyl: 3M 220-120
RAL: 9006 Silver 600 line with matt base coat
White
Vinyl: 3M 220-10
RAL 9003 semi-gloss
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2.7 Disability Discrimination Act compliance
To comply with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) the following should be considered and or applied:
All public accessible endpoints should be tactile.
Toilets should have both tactile and Braille information.
All lift and stair level identification signs should be tactile.
Stair level identification signs should be placed on the side of the hand rail, if there are rails on both sides then they should be installed on the right.
When Braille is used it should be Grade 1, this is a letter for letter transcription which can be read by all Braille users.
Braille should be placed below any text or pictogram and ranged left. A raised locator on the left hand side of the sign should be provided.
Signs should be placed on the leading edge of the door.
Signs should be installed where possible on a hanging line of 1500 mm above floor level to ensure all tactile information is accessible.
a1
b2
c3
d4
e5
f6
g7
h8
i9
j0
k l m n
o p q r s t u
v w x y z
6mm
3mm 2.3mm
2.54mm
2.54mm
0.46mm1.4mm
6mm
Typical examples of signs requiring tactile and/or Braille.
Specification for setting out Braille.
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3.0 Mapping
The internal building maps for the sign system can be found in folder '02 Mapping' on the accompanying CD.
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3.1 Mapping overview A heads-up mapping strategy has been adopted for the University both for external and internal wayfinding i.e. the map is orientated in the direction the map user is facing.
When creating a sign that requires a map, the correct orientated map should be chosen from the supplied artwork and the 'You are Here' indicator placed appropriately.
Any building should be drawn approximately square to enable it to fit on to structures in all orientations.
Maps for Keynes have been rotated in 4 orientations : 0 degrees, 90 degrees, 180 degrees and 270 degrees.
The maps with all rotations required are supplied on the CD as Adobe Illustrator files. The files are set up with layers enabling the 'You are Here' indicators to be moved as required and individual files to be 'saved as' for printing/manufacture.
The maps are supplied on CD: CD: 03 Mapping
University NursingServices
Blocks A, B, C & D
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Block DLevel
2
Economics Department
Head of DepartmentR W Vickerman
CG.03 CG.03Keynes Lecture Theatre 2
CG.15Launderette
CG.88
Block
D
CG.03 Store Room
CG.03 Plant Room
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3.2 Keynes College ground floor
Block L
Block K
Block J
Block E
Block F Block G
Block HBlock I
Block D
Block C Block B
Block A
BlockM
K Bar
Reception
La Dolcia VitaCafé
Block N
Block P
KLT 4
KLT 3
KLT2
KS10
NG.01 – NG.11MG.14 – MG.16
AG.1 – AG.12
BG.1 – BG.8CG.1 – CG.13
LG.11 – LG.17
LG.18
LG.6 – LG.10
KG.1 – KG.10
EG.1 –EG.10
DG.1 –DG.10
MG.1 – MG.6
PG
.03
– P
G.0
6
PG.01 –PG.02
You are Here
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3.3 Keynes College first floor
Block L
Block J
Block K
BlockE
Block F Block G
Block HBlock I
BlockD
Block C Block B
Block A
BlockM
Block N
Block P
BrabourneLectureTheatre
N1.01 – N1.09
P1.01 – P1.08
M1.8 – M1.14
A1.
1– A
G.1
8
B1.1 – B1.13C1.1 – C1.15
L1.03 – L1.06
L1.01 – L1.15
L1.7 – L1.9
J1.01 – J1.04
E1.1 –E1.18
D1.1 –D1.15
M1.
01–
MG
.06
M1.07A – M1.07L
KS 09
KLT 16 KLT 17
KLT 5KLT 6
KS 14
KS 15
KS 11
KS 12
KS 13
KS 08
You are Here
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4.0 Internal sign system
The specification for the University internal sign system can be found on the following pages. The graphic templates needed to create the artwork can be found in folder '03 Internal Sign Templates' on the accompanying CD.
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4.1 Internal sign family
University NursingServices
Blocks A, B, C & D
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Block DLevel
2
Economics Department
Head of DepartmentR W Vickerman
CG.03 CG.03Keynes Lecture Theatre 2
CG.15Launderette
CG.88
Block
D
CG.03 Store Room
CG.03 Plant Room
Tactile panels have been specified for endpoints including toilets, seminar and lecture theatres. Stair signage will also have to have tactile level information.
Illustrated below are the main sign types with reference codes for the internal sign system.
The internal signage is based on the 'Mini-linear' and 'Maxi-linear' system from Signsystems.
In line with best practice, tactile signage will have to be incorporated into the system, which will mean there will be a mixture of signs carrying permanent and / or paper based easily updatable information.
DTY: Level directory
DIR-1/2: Directional wall mounted or suspended
BLID: Block / level ID BID: Block ID
RID-1: Room ID
Third A4 paper insert
RID-2: Room ID
A4 paper carrier
RID-3: Room ID
Permanent message
RID-4:
Room number
FAC-1: Room ID
FAC-2: Room ID
MON: Monolith building directory
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4.2 MON: Monolith building directory Monolith to carry building directory and relevant floor map.
Construction
Standard Signsystems Paneltex-wing 2200 x 800mm, monolith fixed directly to floor.
Arial Bold11mm Cap height Typeset 45/70pt
Arial Bold/Medium55mm Cap height Typeset 200pt
Arial Medium11mm Cap height Typeset 45/70pt
75 150
50
2511
55
75
500
Paneltex-wingstandard finish
Digitally printedvinyl wrap
Silver vinylapplied detail
700800
2200
Graphics
Digitally printed vinyl wrap on central panel with applied silver vinyl bottom detail.
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > MON_Template
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Mini-linearextrusion
3mmDibond panel
3mm anti-glarepolycarbonate
Digital printon 200gsm
satin photo paper
Arial Bold11mm Cap height Typeset 45/70pt
Arial Bold/Medium55mm Cap height Typeset 200pt
Arial Medium11mm Cap height Typeset 45/70pt
50 50
25
2511
50
55
50
500
500
Variable to suitmessagesand spaceavailable
Wall mounted building/floor directory. This sign will carry a map of the relevant floor as well as a listing for the building.
Construction
2 x 3 mm thick panels supported by Mini-linear extrusions holding digitally printed graphics on 200 gsm satin photo paper.
Graphics
Digital print on 200 gsm satin photo paper Background: Pantone 294 C Arrows/pictograms: Pantone 629 C Text: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > DTY_Template
4.3 DTY: Directory
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4.4 DIR-1: Directional wall mounted Graphics
Digital print on 200 gsm satin photo paper Background: Pantone 294 C Arrows/pictograms: Pantone 629 C Text: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > DIR-1_Template
University NursingServices
Blocks A, B, C & D
Masters Office
Seminar Room KS10
Blocks E, F & H
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Level 1
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Blocks A, B, C & D
30 30
30
20
2025
2025
25 20
400
150
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
30 30
30
20
20
40
30
25 20
400
300
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Pictograms 100 x 100
Pictograms 100 x 100
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium30mm Cap height Typeset 125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/90pt
30 30
30
20
20
20
20
50
50
25
20
20
25
25
15
25 20
400
450
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Pictograms 100 x 100
Wall mounted directional signs come in three sizes depending on the amount of information that is required. They come in 150 mm, 300mm, and 450 mm high variations and share a similar construction.
There is an option to add floor level information if required, see layout on following page.
Construction
2 x 3 mm thick panels supported by Mini-linear extrusions holding digitally printed graphics on 200 gsm satin photo paper.
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4.4 DIR-1: Directional wall mounted 300 mm high
University NursingServices
Blocks A, B, C & D
Masters Office
Seminar Room KS10
Blocks E, F & H
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Level 1
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Blocks A, B, C & D
30 30
30
20
2025
2025
25 20
400
150
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
30 30
30
20
20
40
30
25 20
400
300
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Pictograms 100 x 100
Pictograms 100 x 100
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium30mm Cap height Typeset 125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/90pt
30 30
30
20
20
20
20
50
50
25
20
20
25
25
15
25 20
400
450
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Pictograms 100 x 100
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4.4 DIR-1: Directional wall mounted 450 mm high
University NursingServices
Blocks A, B, C & D
Masters Office
Seminar Room KS10
Blocks E, F & H
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Level 1
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Lecture Theatre KLT 2
Toilets
Blocks A, B, C & D
30 30
30
20
2025
2025
25 20
400
150
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
30 30
30
20
20
40
30
25 20
400
300
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panel
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Pictograms 100 x 100
Pictograms 100 x 100
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium30mm Cap height Typeset 125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/125pt
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/90pt
30 30
30
20
20
20
20
50
50
25
20
20
25
25
15
25 20
400
450
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Pictograms 100 x 100
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4.5 DIR-2: Directional suspended Suspended directional sign uses the Signsystems Arcline product.
Construction
1.5 mm thick anti-glare polycarbonate supported by Arcline extrusions holding graphics which are digitally printed on to 200 gsm satin photo paper.
Graphics
Digital print on 200 gsm satin photo paper Background: Pantone 294 C Arrows: Pantone 629 C Text: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > DIR-2_Template
University Nursing ServicesStudent Services
Department of Psychology
30
2020
2017
2017
25 20 302520
600
150
Arial Medium20mm Cap height Typeset 80/107pt
Reverse applied Metallic silver vinyl
Arcline extrusion
1.5mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
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4.6 BLID: Block/Level ID
Block
DBlock DLevel
2
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panel
4mm dibond panelwith finished edges
C L
210
48
75
45
210
C L
210
60
105210
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panel
4mm dibond panelwith finished edges
Arial Medium22mm Cap height Typeset 80pt
Arial Bold22mm Cap height Typeset 80pt
Arial Bold22mm Cap height Typeset 80pt
Silver metallic finish
Arial Bold30mm Cap height Typeset 125pt
Arial Bold90mm Cap height Typeset 350pt
Silver metallic finish
Graphics
Tactile text set in Arial Medium and Bold Panel: Pantone 294 C Level information: Pantone 629 C Block information: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > BLID_Template
Shown is a block level ID.
Construction
4mm thick Dibond panel bonded to a 2mm tactile plate supported by Mini-linear extrusions. Edges to be finished in blue.
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4.7 BID: Block ID Shown is a block ID.
Construction
4mm thick Dibond panel bonded to a 2mm tactile plate supported by Mini-linear extrusions. Edges to be finished in blue.
Graphics
Tactile text set in Arial MT Medium and Bold Panel: Pantone 294 C Block information: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > BID_Template
Block
DBlock DLevel
2
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panel
4mm dibond panelwith finished edges
C L
210
48
75
45
210
C L
210
60
105210
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panel
4mm dibond panelwith finished edges
Arial Medium22mm Cap height Typeset 80pt
Arial Bold22mm Cap height Typeset 80pt
Arial Bold22mm Cap height Typeset 80pt
Silver metallic finish
Arial Bold30mm Cap height Typeset 125pt
Arial Bold90mm Cap height Typeset 350pt
Silver metallic finish
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4.8 PRO: Projecting sign Shown is a projecting sign designed mainly for identifying facilities.
Construction
6mm thick Dibond panel supported by a Maxi-linear standard 180mm extrusion. Edges to be finished in blue.
Graphics
Panel: Pantone 294 C Graphics: White applied vinyl
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > PRO_Template
C L
250
180210
Maxi-linear extrusion
6mm dibond panelwith finished edges
Pictogram 200 x 200mm centred on panel
Silver metallic vinyl
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4.9 RID-1: Room ID with paper insert
A4 landscape paper sheetbleeds top and bottom
Economics Department
Head of DepartmentR W Vickerman
CG.03
CG.03Keynes Lecture Theatre 2
CG.21
Television Room CG.88
3mm Dibond panelwith cut-out thumb slot
18
35
88
210
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60pt
18
297
75
200
18 100
30100
30
25
32
210
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60/95pt
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 70pt
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60/75pt
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
3mm Dibond panelwith cut-out thumb slot
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Mini-linear extrusion
4mm Dibond panelwith finished edges
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
Shown is a room identity sign designed mainly for offices. It carries a one third size A4 sheet which should be printed using the software supplied with the system.
Construction
A 2mm thick tactile panel is bonded to the front of a 3mm thick anti-glare clear polycarbonate sheet. This is held in place against a 3mm thick Dibond panel and is supported by Mini-linear extrusions
Graphics
Tactile text set in Arial Bold Panel: Pantone 294 C Text: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > RID-1_Template Paper_Template
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4.10 RID-2: Room ID with A4 paper holder Below is a room identity sign designed mainly for lecture theatres and seminar rooms. The header panel is tactile with the room code and name. This sign also carries a standard A4 sheet of paper.
Construction
A 2mm thick tactile panel is bonded to the front of a 3mm thick anti-glare clear polycarbonate sheet. This is held in place against a 3mm thick Dibond panel and is supported by Mini-linear extrusions
Graphics
Tactile text set in Arial Bold Panel: Pantone 294 C Text: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > RID-2_Template
A4 landscape paper sheetbleeds top and bottom
Economics Department
Head of DepartmentR W Vickerman
CG.03
CG.03Keynes Lecture Theatre 2
CG.21
Television Room CG.88
3mm Dibond panelwith cut-out thumb slot
18
35
88
210
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60pt
18
297
75
200
18 100
30100
30
25
32
210
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60/95pt
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 70pt
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60/75pt
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
3mm Dibond panelwith cut-out thumb slot
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Mini-linear extrusion
4mm Dibond panelwith finished edges
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
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4.11 RID-3 & 4: Room ID permanent message
RID-3
Shown is a room identity sign designed for rooms where their use will not change.
Construction
4mm Dibond panel bonded to a 2mm tactile plate supported by Mini-linear extrusions.
Graphics
Tactile text set in Arial Bold Panel: Pantone 294 C Text: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 02 Graphic Templates > RID-3_Template
A4 landscape paper sheetbleeds top and bottom
Economics Department
Head of DepartmentR W Vickerman
CG.03
CG.03Keynes Lecture Theatre 2
CG.21
Television Room CG.88
3mm Dibond panelwith cut-out thumb slot
18
35
88
210
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60pt
18
297
75
200
18 100
30100
30
25
32
210
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60/95pt
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 70pt
Arial Bold15mm Cap height Typeset 60/75pt
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
3mm Dibond panelwith cut-out thumb slot
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
Mini-linear extrusion
4mm Dibond panelwith finished edges
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
2mm tactile panelbonded to polycarbonate
RID-4
Shown is an accommodation room identity sign.
Construction
3mm aluminium panel bonded to a tactile plate supported.
Graphics
Tactile text set in Arial Bold Panel: Pantone 294 C Text: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > RID-4_Template
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4.13 FAC-1: Public facility signs Shown is a public facilities sign.
Construction
4mm thick Dibond panel bonded to a 2mm tactile plate supported by Mini-linear extrusions. Edges to be finished in blue.
Graphics
Tactile pictogramm with Type 1 Braille. Panel: Pantone 294 C Pictogram: White
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates > FAC-1_Template
160
C L
160
Mini-linear extrusion
2mm tactile panel
4mm Dibond panelwith finished edges
Silver metallic finish
Pictogram 140 x 140mmcentred on panel
Type 1 Braille
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4.14 FAC-2: Operational facility signs Shown is an operational facilites sign.
Construction
3mm aluminium panel with screenprinted graphics.
Graphics
Panel: Pantone 294 C Text: Screenprinted white
A graphic template for this sign type is supplied on CD: 03 Graphic Templates >FAC-2_Template
CG.03 Store Room
CG.03 Plant Room
18
60 C L
300
Arial Bold / Medium15mm Cap height Typeset 60pt
3mm aluminium plate
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4.15 A3H: A3 paper holder A3 paper holder for departmental listings or notices.
Construction
Two 3mm thick panels supported by Mini-linear extrusions.
A3 portrait paper sheetbleeds top and bottom
Mini-linear extrusion
3mm Dibond panelwith cut-out thumb slot
3mm anti-glare clearpolycarbonate
297
410
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4.16 LET: Fret-cut letters Shown is an example of individual fret-cut letters. It is envisaged they are used for major destinations such as main lecture theatres. Depending on the backgound colour on which the letters are to be placed then either dark blue or sprayed silver.
Arial BoldCap height subjectto site survey
X
X
3mm aluminiumsprayed bluemounted on
10mm locators
3mm aluminiumsprayed silver
mounted on10mm locators
Construction
3mm thick fret-cut aluminium, powdercoated dark blue (Pantone 294) or silver and spaced off the wall by 10mm on locators
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Appendix
i Consultant and supplier contact details
ii Sign positioning guide
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i Consultants and suppliers
The University internal sign system uses standard products from the listed suppliers below:
Signsystems
Studio 2gd Cofton Road Marsh Barton Exeter EX2 8QW
T 01392 686216
W www.signsytemsltd.com
Sales Enquiries - Jamie Wood
Consultants
fwdesign The Old School Exton Street London SE1 8UE
T 020 7928 0412
W www.fwdesign.com/
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ii sign positioning guide It is important that the signs be installed to a consistent standard of height and alignment. Each building will have its own particular architectural and decorative features and these should be taken into consideration when establishing sign positions. The illustration below shows typical examples and should be used as a guide only.
Where possible the following should be taken into consideration:
Signs to be placed at 1600mm high to allow accessibility to tactile information.
Room signs should be placed on leading edge of door 80mm from architraves, apart from the utilities signs (i.e. electrical riser) which should ideally be placed on the actual door.
Stair signage to be placed on the same side as the handrail or if not possible – then on the right going up the stairs.
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FS7501 Cleaners Cupboard
1600mm
80mm 80mmFacility nameplate centred on door
Sign positioning
Signs to be hung at 1600mm high to allow accessibility to tactile information
User room signs to be placed on leading edge of door 80mm from architraving
Operational signage to be placed on doors
Stair signage to be placed on the same side as the handrail or if not possible – then on the right going up the stairs
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The CD contains all the logo fonts, pictograms templates etc. which are needed to successfully implement the University of Kent sign system.
A pdf version of this Manual is also included, and this should be used when the printed version is unavailable.
The CD