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Graphic Blast®
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Graphic Blast® Manufacturing Process
Best Sign Systems’ proprietary Graphic Blast® etching process enables artwork and text to be carved in many
man-made and natural materials including: engineered plastics, solid-surface materials, metal and wood.
Our Graphic Blast manufacturing process is ideal for tactile and ADA compliant interior signage requiring
1/32” raised characters and Rounded Grade II Braille that meets the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
standards. The Graphic Blast process allows virtually unlimited graphics and design fl exibility.
The Graphic Blast process preserves clean, crisp graphics providing for fi ne detail in raised text and characters.
About Grade II Braille
Best Graphic Blast
MP products may be
manufactured to Rounded
Grade II Braille or Grade
II Braille standards.
Photographs that feature
Braille the same color as
the text are Grade II Braille.
Those that feature Braille
in the same color as the
background are Rounded
Grade II Braille.
California Code Accessiblity Signs
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Graphic Blast MP (Melamine Plastic)
Our Graphic Blast MP ADA tactile sign system is regularly
specifi ed for interior applications in public schools and
institutional environments because of the product’s
durability, low environmental impact, design fl exibility and
affordability.
LEED Benefi ts
• Durable, long-life with low replacement frequency
• NEMA rated “self-extinguishing”
• Contains pre-consumer recycled content
• Composed of rapidly-renewable materials
• Low chemical and particulate emissions meeting
Greenguard Certifi cation
Room-Status indicators
Graphic Blast MP recessed within wood-frame
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Graphic Blast FG (Fiberglass) Exterior-Rated Signs
A fi re, impact and corrosion resistant laminate with non-
glare UV inhibited painted surface and a life-of-the-building
warranty. Using the Graphic Blast manufacturing process
and our fi berglass materials is unmatched for legibility, color
retention and resistance to normal climatic elements.
Fiber texture provides for a distincitve and distinguishing look.
About Grade II Braille
Best Graphic Blast FG products may be manufactured
to Rounded Grade II Braille or Grade II Braille standards.
Photographs that feature Braille the same color as the text
are Grade II Braille. Those that feature Braille in the same
color as the background are Rounded Grade II Braille.
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The Graphic Blast process with a fi rberglass
substrate is utilized for its exceptional detail and
durability in a single-piece sign that is extremely
resistant to excessive handling or vandalism.
A great deal of design
fl exibility can be achieved
by combining different
materials and shapes without
sacrifi cing code compliance.
Oak frame with
fi berglass removable insert
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The Graphic Blast Bordered
Series’ one-piece construction
means a sturdy, durable sign
without parts or pieces that
could easily be removed through
excessive handling.
Graphic Blast Bordered Series
The Bordered Series (formerly
HC300) has been an effective
ADA system that has been widely
specifi ed in healthcare and public
facilities for almost 20 years.
Available MP or Fiberglass material.
Limited substrate colors available.
Please check bestsigns.com for
additional information about
product standards and options.
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Graphic Blast Wood
A number of high-grade hardwoods including
oak, maple, walnut and mahogany are stocked
and available for an elegant fi nishing touch for the
complete sign or frames systems. Most any wood
type can be acquired. Utilizing our Graphic Blast®
process, signage with Braille requirements will
typically require a hardwood surface.
Maple, stained surface
Maple, clear laquer fi nish
Wood Frame with Graphic Blast MP ADA Sign insert
About Grade II Braille
Most Graphic Blast products may be manufactured to
Rounded Grade II Braille or Grade II Braille standards.
Photographs that feature Braille the same color as the text
are Grade II Braille. Those that feature Braille in the same
color as the background are Rounded Grade II Braille.
Wood products are available in Grade II Braille only.
About Best Sign Systems, Inc.
Best Sign Systems is a US manufacturer of proven
architectural signage products that have been consistently
specifi ed by architects for more than 40 years.
The organization offers an innovative and fl exible
portfolio of products and processes to create completely
customized solutions and provides best-in-class, fast and
reliable service to sign solution providers in all 50 states.
The company was founded in 1924 and is located in
Montrose, Colorado.
Contact Us
Best Sign Systems Inc.
1202 N. Park Avenue
Montrose, CO 81401-3171
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tel. 970-249-BEST (2378)
tel. 800-235-BEST (2378)
fax. 970-249-0223
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Graphic BlastCustom Applications
The Graphic Blast process may be
used with a variety of materials
to create a versatile portfolio of
applications. Many solid surface
materials and other materials
including: corian, avonite, marble
and tile may be used to create
ada conforming signs with 1/32”
raised characters and graphics.
Typical applications are hospitality,
residential and corporate
environments. Avonite Material Featured
Corian Material Featured Avonite Material Featured Marbled Tile Material Featured
