Braille and tactile signs manufactured by Western Sign Systems provide accessible wayfinding and directional signage for public, commercial, and healthcare environments. Produced in-house these signs comply with UK accessibility guidelines and DDA standards for tactile reading height, character spacing, and visual contrast.
The manufacturing process comprises raised tactile lettering, symbols, and Grade 1 or Grade 2 Braille beads mechanically inserted or routed into rigid substrate materials. Substrates include powder-coated aluminium, acrylic, wood, and brushed composite sheets. The precision machining process ensures uniform tactile bead elevation and smooth letter edges, enabling consistent readability for visually impaired users.
Primary applications include hospital wayfinding, educational facility room door signs, lift control surrounds, public toilet identification, and emergency exit route markers. The signs can be finished in bespoke corporate colours with anti-glare matte lacquers to optimise visual contrast against mounting wall surfaces.
Braille and tactile panels can be supplied as standalone door plates or integrated into modular frame systems and sign trays. Mechanical wall fixings or heavy-duty self-adhesive backings allow secure mounting to interior walls and doors. Cleaning involves wiping the tactile surface with mild detergent solutions to maintain tactile clarity and hygiene across high-traffic commercial environments.
This in-house manufacturing capability allows fast lead times and consistent quality control across commercial signage orders.
