ADA Signs

Gemini Four-Color Plaques

CMYK-printed material offers raised letters, Braille

Published

16 years ago

May 4, 2009

Jacob Rieskamp Signs of the Times May 2009 Issue

Gemini Inc. (Cannon Falls, MN) is presenting its CMYK-process, ADA and wayfinding plaques. The aluminum plaques, which may be used for certain outdoor applications, may be printed at up to 1,200 dpi, and as large as 40 x 64 in. They feature characters and Grade 2 Brailler raised 1/32 in. above the signface. To enhance durability, Gemini applied a semi-gloss powdercoating.

The company is also introducing photo-relief plaques, which feature customer-supplied photos in plaques that resemble bas-relief sculptures.

(800) 265-0426; www.signletters.com

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