What Are Radius Tactile Panels and Why Are They Helpful?
Radius Tactile panels are detectable warning systems placed on walkways to alert the visually impaired and anyone walking on the path of changes. These panels are compression molded and made of a fiberglass-reinforced plastic material for enhanced durability.
They are typically found on sidewalk curb ramps, at constructions sites, train stations, and other busy intersections. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, these warning systems serve as stop signs for the visually impaired. In today's world, with more people directing their attention to technological devices like smartphones, Radius Tactile panels can also serve as a warning signal to those without impairments. Our design and development team works diligently to ensure that we continue to meet the specifications of government agencies, municipalities, and contractors.
- For use in Retrofit applications
- Large perimeter beveled edges for smooth transition
- Secured with color matched fasteners and structural adhesive
- Surface applied tiles are 1/8" thick with beveled edges
All of the truncated dome tactile surfaces from ADA Solutions are in full compliance with the American Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), Public Right-of-Way (PROW) and California Title 24 Requirements. ADA Solutions Inc., products are approved for use by all major municipalities, DPW’s and state DOT's.
Installation Instructions:
- The installation area should be cleaned of all debris, oil and grease, making sure the area is completely free of moisture. Tactile Panel may be surface mounted on existing pre-cleaned substrate.
- Lay out the Tactile Panel on the substrate as it will appear when installed. If required, the Tactile Panel may be cut using a table saw and marble tipped blade. See web site for more details.
- Place a 3/8in. bead of adhesive on the frame of the bottom of each Tactile Panel. Adhesive yield: 10SF per 10 ounce cartridge.
- Set the Tactile Panel in the installation area. Make all necessary adjustments prior to fastening.
- Fasteners shall be installed in pre-formed fastener locations. Holes shall be drilled using a hammer drill with 1/4in. x 2in. min SDS bits. The drilled holes must be a minimum of 2in. deep. Place fasteners in hole and hammer into place. If additional fasteners are required, use a 1/2in., six point, 82 degree countersink to add a new fastener location. Follow the same drilling method for installing the fastener.
- Caulk around perimeter of entire installation using BASF NP1 or equivalent. All concrete dust present on the Tactile Panel resulting from the drilling process must be cleaned off of the Tactile Panel prior to using any caulking materials.
*Not recommended or warrantied for asphalt installation.