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Photopolymer for ADA Compliant Architectural Signage


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What is Photopolymer Photopolymer is a photo-­ sensitive synthetic compound that hardens when exposed to an ultraviolet light source. Photopolymer is available in both liquid and sheet form. It has a number of applications that span a multitude of industries ² ranging from flexographic printing to rubber stamps to signage.


What is Photopolymer It ZDVQ路W until the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1992 that photopolymer rose to prominence in the sign industry. The new ADA regulations had a major impact on tactile signage requiring all public facilities to meet specific codes and regulations as discussed in the previous section. Photopolymer was an instant fit as the ADA laws required all room identification signage to have Braille and Tactile characters 1/32碌 off the base material.


Processing Photopolymer For Architectural Signage

Computer generated artwork is produced by software that conforms to current ADA guidelines, outputs to a film negative which is placed on the surface of the photopolymer sheet in the processing unit then exposed to ultraviolet light ² hardening the raised area. :RUNIORZ 0DQDJHU ÂŒ Braille

Translation and Design Software


Sequential Numbering

Variable Data Import


InkStar Film Output System

InkStar System combines the latest technology for creating high density film negatives and positives by combining a front end RIP with an inkjet printer cable of running the DyeStar Ink and the InkStart2 Film exclusively from Nova.


Processing Photopolymer Washout Platen Washout Tank ² Brush submerged in 20 gallons of tap water Exposure Draw with UV lamps and Vacuum Bed Post Exposure Draw Orbital X Photopolymer Processor Specifications 6L]H µ[ µ Voltage: 230 volt/single phase/60 Hz

3 Drying Draws


Processing Photopolymer The 5 step process in making photopolymer signage:

Step 3 -­ Wash in Plain Tap Water

Step 1 -­ Contact with film negative Step 4 -­ Drying

Step 2 -­ Exposure with UV Light

Step 5 -­ Post exposure


Setting Up Photopolymer Panel For Exposure


Negative On Photopolymer Panel Under Vacuum


Photopolymer Panel After Washout


Photopolymer Panel In Dryer


Processed Photopolymer Panel


Cut Photopolymer Panel To Size


Kobo TC-足851 Hot Stamp Unit Operating Specifications Hot Plate Size: 12x7.6 inch (300x200 mm) Work Table Size: 12.5x15 inch (320x375 mm) Maximum Head Stroke: 1.2-足2 inch (30-足50 mm) Supply Voltage: 220 volts Single Phase -足 15 amps Gross Weight: 540 Lbs (244 Kg) Dimensions (L x W x H): 26 x 23 x36 inch (660 x 580 x 910 mm)


Applying Color


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Original NovAcryl ΠPT Series



The clear solution for creative versatility Eight Base Gauges Clear PETG Base Multiple Finishing Applications

PT-足060 Subsurface Painted


PT-足118 Surface Painted


PT-足060 Subsurface Digital Graphic


PT-足118 Surface Painted


PT-足060 Surface Painted


ΠYA125

Series


YA-足125 Brushed Aluminum


Exterior ΠEX Series


EX Surface Painted


ΠPermaglow Series



ΠLP

Series



LP Amber Maple


LP Nordic Fusion


LP Green Slate


ECR

Series



ECR Ithimba


ECR Bloom Tangerine


ECR Fossil Leaf


ECR Pure Red


ECR Copper


ECR Eiderdown with Mega Curque



CONTACT INFO 1.800.484.NOVA Info@NovaPolymers.com NovaPolymers.com


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