Tactile indicators are a very important feature at crowded places as they are a great help to handicapped and visually impaired people move around more easily and avoid dependence on others. These are generally in the form of truncated cones that can be detected by long cane or under foot and are used to alert people with vision impairments of their approach to streets and hazardous drop-offs.
Tactile systems should meet the most stringent requirements for:
• Wear Resistance
• Impact Resistance
• Weathering
• Chemical Resistance
• Burn Resistance
• Slip Resistance
• Detectability
The Australian Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission specifies the guidelines for the manufacturing and use of tactile indicators which are set as per the Australian standards AS/NZS 1428.4:2002 Design for access and mobility - Tactile indicators.
JustMats commenced trading in Australia in 1996 as a small family owned business, to provide an essential service to Architects & Builders, who were seeking high quality architectural entrance mat solutions for commercial & residential buildings. The company grew out of the need for a viable, Australia wide, service oriented, recessed entry mat manufacturer, servicing all property sectors of the Australian construction industry. Through the provision of superior products, service, and with a strong commitment to research & development, JustMats will provide a complete range of aesthetic, effective matting solutions, safety stair nosings & tactile indicators to meet every application & budget, complying with Australian OH&S standards. Their manufacturing plant in the outer Sydney suburb of Riverstone produces the highly successful RolaDek recessed entry mat system. JustMats distributes the ecoglo range of photo-luminescent safety products. Their reputation as an excellent solution/service provider is enhanced by the continued use of their products and services by some of Australia's largest building contractors. To know more about JustMats and the range of mats they have on offer please drop by their website at http://www.justmats.com.au/tactiles .
Randy Norton has been working in the construction business for the past 8 years and his experience in the field helps him in writing informative articles about the same.
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