EI-16.02
Illuminated Exterior Sign
Horizontal Site Monument with Electronic Message Center
Size
Sign Face:
2895 mm H x 3090 mm W x 535
mm D
(9' 6" H x 12' 9" W x 1' 9" D)
Department of
Description & Use
Veterans Affairs
Internally Illuminated vertical
free standing monument sign for
William S. Middleton Memorial
identifying a medical center or the
Veterans Hospital
medical center's main entrance
Madison
drive.
VA Great Lakes Health Care System
Electronic message centers
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are available from several
manufacturers. These units are
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computer driven and require a
data line connection to the sign.
Contact a local sign company
for site evaluation and feasibility
along with the affiliated costs of
cennecting the message center to
a computer.
Technology for electronic message
centers is consistently advancing.
Evaluate several manufacturers by
examining the type of electronic
display they sell. Look at the
display in the same sun path
orientation that the sign will be
installed. Direct sunlight on a
display can alter it's ability to be
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read clearly.
The base can be constructed of
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concrete or other masonry material
in a color and texture that will
provide a coordinated architectural
look with the building finishes of
the medical center.
Message Configuration
Refer to Sign Type EI-01.01 for
message layout and configuration.
Graphic Process
Illuminated, routed out copy
backed with white translucent
acrylic.
Colors
Text: White T3
Background: Refer to Color Chart
Accent: Refer to Color Chart
Recommendations
Position sign so drivers have a
clear, unobstructed view of the
sign. Keep landscaping around the
sign low and position sprinklers so
they project away from the sign.
When evaluating electronic mes-
sage centers, consider a mainte-
nance/service contract and have
several people trained in operation
and message implementation.
On-off illumination of sign can
be controlled through the use of
a timer, manual or photoelectric
switch. Consult with sign
fabricator at time of order for
appropriate method to use.
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