MR-MANUFACTURER
The Braille-Tac™ Division of Advance Corporation manufactures a product-line of architecturally designed interior/exterior way-finding sign systems and standard & custom ADA compliant signs. We distribute our products nationally on a wholesale basis through sign shops, contractors, and design build firms. Established in 1941, our manufacturing technologies and experience include chemical and mechanical machining (CAM) and custom metal, wood, and plastic fabrication of decorative interior/exterior way-finding systems. Our state of the art graphics and production capabilities as well as our wide array of materials and processes enable us to manufacture standard and custom designed signs and plaques exactly to your specifications. We also offer design services, CAD, and compliance assistance.
Advance Corporation was on the ANSI Accredited Standards Committee (A117) representing the ARA trade association for over four years.
We are active with the following organizations:
- Construction Specification Institute (CSI)
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- Awards and Recognition Association (ARA)
- International Sign Association (ISA)
- Society of Environmental Graphic Designers (SEGD)
- United States Sign Council (USSC)
Digital Graphics with Raster Braille, with Frame
Digital Graphics and Raster Braille combine to create a unique product that offers unsurpassed durability as well as freedom of design. Second surface application assures that your designs are protected, while applied letters and Raster Braille make these signs ADA compliant. Add even more interest by choosing from our line of wood, metal, or plastic frames that provide an easy way to update your signage system.
Architectural Wood, Metal or Injection Molded Plastic Frames
Choose from our wide assortment of interior frames to accents your signs:
- Wood frames: Available in 2 profiles with 3 finishes - Maple, Oak Cherry, and Walnut with Burnt Sienna
- Metal frames: Available in 2 profiles with 3 finishes – Silver, Gold, and Black
- Plastic frames: Available in 1 profile, with round or square corners with 4 colors – Black, White, Gray and Tan
Metal Frame Profiles & Components
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A - Metal Frame
B - Snap Lock Mechanism
C - Digital Image
D - Non-glare Acrylic
E - Raster Braille
F - Applied Copy
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1/16 edge 1/4 radius edge |
Wood Frame Profiles & Components
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A - Wood Frame
B - Snap Lock Blank
C - Snap Lock Mechanism
D - Digital Image
E - Non-glare Acrylic
F - Raster Braille
G - Applied Copy
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Injection Molded Plastic Frame Profiles & Components
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A - Plastic Frame
B - Snap Lock Mechanism
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Suction Cup Tool used to remove sign faces.
Note: When fabricating sign inserts, allow .005"-.010" clearance for expansion and contraction of materials.
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square inside radius, 1/2" inside radius,
3/32" outside radius 3/4" outside radius
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