Tacalert - Tactile Indicators from Capital flooring systems 
What are Tactile Indicators?
TGSI's are used for the orientation of people with vision impairment and to provide them with early warning that they are approaching a hazard. In brief, Tacalert TGSI's are fully approved and have been tested by the relevant authorities to be suitable for internal/external installations and conforms to AS/NZ 1428.4:2002 standard. Tacalert TGSI's are made from vinyl in 200 x 200mm squares with bevelled edges to allow for direct surface installation. Tacalert is the market leader for quality , service, colour, availability and price. When do I specifiy?
Where the public have access to the building or area.
Where there are stairs, ramps, curbs, crosspaths etc.
When the requirements of AS/NZS 1428-4:2002 have to be complied with. Definitions
Tactile: is the word for the the sense of feeling an undulating surface.
Visually impaired: is any person with significant loss of vision eg needs glasses (which is a large proportion of the population) NOT necessarily blind. This is why colour contrast is important. Installation
TGSI's should be installed to the AS/NZS 1428-4:2002 and AS 1884-1985 standards, using good trade practice.
Detailed laying instructions and adhesives are available upon request. Product Data
Tacalert TGSI's are a 200 x 200mm PVC tile having a 2mm ramp base, incorporating the raised stud according to above standards.
Results for Acalert on slip resistance according to the ASNZ 4586:1999 are ; XF, B, R10. 
For further information contact:
Capital Flooring Systems
Address: Brendale, QLD, 4500
Phone: 07 3881 3....
Fax: 07 3881 3....
Web: www.capfloor.com.au
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