All you need to know about Surface Applied AODA Systems for visually impaired people

It is important for tactile solutions in Canada to be available and accessible for all in case of any emergency. This is why it is mandatory for products and solutions to meet and comply with CSA, AODA, ISO, FADS, and IFC standards. In addition, following these standards and codes is crucial for creating and providing the safest pathways and exits for the visually impaired. These Surface Applied AODA Systems are provided in two major categories by Tactile Solutions Canada:

1: WAYFINDING TACTILE

As mentioned above, this wayfinding tactile is code compliant and used to indicate a safe passage for visually impaired people. These are made in three different materials, sizes, and colors to help find paths in all situations. Here are the main types:

Cast-In-Place Wayfinding Plate: Made with strict adherence to ASTM A 48, Class 35B Grey Cast Iron, this wayfinding plate is lightweight, durable, and exceeds the strictest municipal standards.

ISO Wayfinding bars tiles: These wayfinding bar tiles are made of durable and flexible long lasting polymers to provide a high quality and modern look and finish at the same time. The Eon Tile Wayfinding Bars from Tactile Solutions Canada are fully Compliant with ISO and all Canadian Accessibility codes.

Advantage Tactile Systems Single Bars: These stainlesssteel domes and bars are made for interior applications and comply with Canadian accessibility code requirements. These can be applied on Revolving Door Approaches, Wheelchair Ramps, Parking Areas, top of Stair Landings, Turnstile and Gate Access, and Transit Platforms.

AccessTile Cast In Place

Wayfinding Bars: These AODA Directional Ground Surface Indicators are designed to work in unison with truncated attention dome tiles and lead people through spaces to reach the desired path safely.

Elan Tile Porcelain Wayfinding Bar Tile: These bars are highly durable and stylish in look. In addition, these wayfinding bars ensure the safe and effective navigation of the visually impaired. For more information on tactile types, you can download our mobile apps here:

Google Play App Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details? id=com.app.tactilesolution

Apple Store App Link: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/tactilesolutions/id1635764953

2: TACTILE “GLUED” TO EXISTENT SURFACE

Tactile walking surface indicators (TWSIs) are compulsory to install as accessibility legislation. These surface-applied TWSIs come in various sizes and shapes to guide visually impaired people safely. Tactile Solutions Canada provides you with AODA code compliant, wear and weather resistant tactile solutions. Here are some of them:

Eon Tile: This new generation tile is durable and made from high quality polymers to provide a safe and stylish look and finish. Eon tile exceeds the EN 14411 standard and is suitable for both interior and outdoor applications.

Armor Tile Tactile System Surface Applied: This surface applied tactile contains the setting of diamond-hard vitrified polymer truncated domes. Proved to be the best in detectability and durability, these tactile products are fully AODA, ISO, and CSA compliant.