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At ATB, we strive to offer our clients a wide range of products that can be personalised to their needs, while providing a personalised service throughout the entire process. We are continuously working hard to ensure we understand our clients needs and can provide excellent service. If you need any advice or want to speak to one of our customer service assistants then just give us a call or send us an email. Below we have outlined some of the key points to ensure the latest Australian standards are met.

Read about the Australian Standards.

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Tactile Indicators

Tactile Indicators have been designed to assist the visually impaired navigate their way around more efficiently and provide direction and awareness of any potential hazards. Set out by the Australian Standards 1428.4 the tactile indicators (TGSIs) must follow a strict set of guidelines in order to ensure an effective guidance system.

A full set of the Australian standards are available here.

Warning tactile indicators (TGSIs) are required at:

Figure 1: Tactile Indicator Setout

The tactile indicators are designed to be as visual as possible. Therefore, luminance contrast values (LRV) are available for all of our products in order that a contrast percentage can be calculated against the finished floor surface. The Australian standards require that:

The tactile indicators are required to meet and/or exceed these contrasts in both wet conditions and dry conditions.

The TGSI’s must follow a certain setout in order to comply with AS 1428.4 and by following these simple guidelines you can ensure your project meets the requirements:

The tactile indicators should be setback 300 +/- 10mm from the obstacle (see Figure 1)
Cover the full width of the path of travel
Where the landing is greater than 3m, a depth of 600mm of TGSIs will be required. Where the landing is less than 3m only a 300mm is required.
Each tactile indicator is 50mm +/- 1mm center to center
Directional tactile indicators that ‘lead’ the individual are to be 300mm wide. Where directional intersect the path of travel then directional are to be 600mm to avoid the individual stepping over and missing the tactile.

Braille Signage

These are designed to be fully compliant with the Australian standards and installing these accessible signs at a reachable height is critical in ensuring everyone can move safely to their desired location.

So where do they go:

Next to each door to identify accessible toilets, male or female toilets.
The braille characters must have single line of text located between 1250 and 1350mm above floor level (See Figure 2).
On the latch side of the wall between 50 and 300mm from architrave.
The left hand (LH) or right hand (RH) indicates the direction of transfer from the wheel chair to the toilet seat.

Figure 2: Braille Signage Setout

At ATB we offer a complete range of services to assist architects, builders and installers make effective decisions from the design stage to the luminance testing and through to installation and certification. Our significant knowledge and expertise in this field allows our clients make informed decisions about where, why and how the tactile indicators should go.

Our team can offer a personalized service to ensure your project not only complies with the Australian standards but looks fantastic.

See our full range of tactile indicators here.

For any personalized options do not hesitate to send us email.

Stair Nosing

More and more often, fire audits in commercial buildings are bringing to the attention of builders owners and management the need to ensure that the fire and public access stairs meet the latest requirements. This can be a relatively simply upgrade provided you choose the right product.

So how should the nosing look on the step?

AS 1428.1:2009 requires that new building works must include a nosing strip on the tread of each step that highlights the edge while providing suitable slip resistance to user. There are certain criteria that must be met in order to comply with these standards including:

Consist of a contrasting strip that achieves a minimum 30% luminance contrast
Not have strip less than 50mm or more than 75mm across the full width of the path of travel
A maximum front face of 10mm down the riser
For inlaid steps, a maximum of 15mm setback from the riser

Our team of experienced installers will ensure that all of these requirements are met. If you have any questions regarding the stair nosing then do not hesitate to contact us.

AS1428.1: 2009 Figures 27 (A) & (B)

Taking into considerations the requirements of the AS 1428.1:2009 the nosing should have a minimum of 50mm contrasting strip and the face of the nosing not extend past 10mm

If the nosing is to be installed into a recessed step then the setback should be to a maximum of 15mm.

Skate Deterrents

Protecting your assets from skateboarders is now an increasing problem and can leave property managers and building owners have to fork out large bills in order to repair or replace damaged street furniture. At ATB we are always looking for new and innovative solutions to help in every situation. Our wide range of skate board deterrents ensure that the skate boarders will think twice before skating along your walls.

Machined from a single piece of 316 marine grade stainless steel, these skate deterrent are not only durable and economical but look great too. Coming in a range of sizes and shapes, we will work with you to find a suitable product for your project and our experience team can help with the installation.

Figure 3: Skate Deterrent

The set out of the skate deterrent can vary depending on client preference but is best spaced between 400 and 2000mm centre to ensure the most effective protection.

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Tactile Indicators

Warning tactile indicators (TGSIs) are required at:

Warning tactile indicators (TGSIs) are required at:

The tactile indicators are designed to be as visual as possible. Therefore, luminance contrast values (LRV) are available for all of our products in order that a contrast percentage can be calculated against the finished floor surface. The Australian standards require that:

The TGSI’s must follow a certain setout in order to comply with AS 1428.4 and by following these simple guidelines you can ensure your project meets the requirements:

Braille Signage

Stair Nosing

More and more often, fire audits in commercial buildings are bringing to the attention of builders owners and management the need to ensure that the fire and public access stairs meet the latest requirements. This can be a relatively simply upgrade provided you choose the right product.

AS 1428.1:2009 requires that new building works must include a nosing strip on the tread of each step that highlights the edge while providing suitable slip resistance to user. There are certain criteria that must be met in order to comply with these standards including:

Skate Deterrents

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