nova polymers presentation
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Overview of Nova Polymer and Nova's unique line of photopolymer processing equipment and ADA Compliant substratesTRANSCRIPT
Photopolymer for ADA Compliant
Architectural Signage
Nova Review
Overview of Photopolymer
Photopolymer Substrates
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Presentation Objectives
Just-In-Time Manufacturing Bryan, OH
Strategic Warehousing
Partnerships
Nova Review
Overview of Photopolymer
Photopolymer Substrates
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Presentation Objectives
What is Photopolymer
Photopolymer is a photo-sensitive synthetic compound that hardens when exposed to an ultraviolet light source. Photopolymer is available in both liquid and sheet form. It has a number of applications that span a multitude of industries ranging from flexographic printing to rubber stamps to signage.
What is Photopolymer
It until the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in1992 that photopolymer rose to prominence in the sign industry.The new ADA regulations had a major impact on tactile signagerequiring all public facilities to meet specific codes and regulationsas discussed in the previous section. Photopolymer was an instantfit as the ADA laws required all room identification signage tohave Braille and Tactile characters 1/32 off the base material.
Processing PhotopolymerFor Architectural Signage
Computer generated artwork is produced by software that conforms to current ADA guidelines, outputs to a film negative which is placed on the surface of the photopolymer sheet in the processing unit then exposed to ultraviolet light hardening the raised area.
Braille Translation and Design Software
Sequential Numbering
Variable Data Import
InkStar Film Output System
InkStar System combines the latest technology for creating high density film negatives and positives by combining a front end RIP with an inkjet printer cable of running the DyeStarInk and the InkStart2 Film exclusively from Nova.
Processing Photopolymer
Orbital X PhotopolymerProcessor Specifications
Voltage: 230 volt/single phase/60 Hz
Washout Platen
Exposure Draw with UV lamps and Vacuum Bed
3 Drying Draws
Post Exposure Draw
Washout Tank Brush submerged in 20 gallons of tap water
Step 1 - Contact with film negative
Step 2 - Exposure with UV Light
Step 3 - Wash in Plain Tap Water
Step 4 - Drying
Step 5 - Post exposure
The 5 step process in making photopolymer signage:
Processing Photopolymer
Setting Up Photopolymer Panel For Exposure
Negative On Photopolymer Panel Under Vacuum
Photopolymer Panel After Washout
Photopolymer Panel In Dryer
ProcessedPhotopolymer Panel
Cut Photopolymer Panel To Size
Kobo TC-851 Hot Stamp Unit
Operating Specifications
Hot Plate Size:12x7.6 inch (300x200 mm)Work Table Size:12.5x15 inch (320x375 mm) Maximum Head Stroke:1.2-2 inch (30-50 mm) Supply Voltage:220 volts Single Phase - 15 amps Gross Weight: 540 Lbs (244 Kg)Dimensions (L x W x H):26 x 23 x36 inch (660 x 580 x 910 mm)
Applying Color
Nova Review
Overview of Photopolymer
Photopolymer Substrates
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Presentation Objectives
Original NovAcrylPT Series
The clear solution for creative versatility
Eight Base Gauges
Clear PETG Base
Multiple Finishing Applications PT-060 Subsurface
Painted
PT-118 Surface Painted
PT-060 Subsurface Digital Graphic
PT-118 Surface Painted
PT-060 Surface Painted
YA125 Series
YA-125 Brushed Aluminum
ExteriorEX Series
EX Surface Painted
Permaglow Series
LPSeries
LP Amber Maple
LP Nordic Fusion
LP Green Slate
ECRSeries
ECR Ithimba
ECR Bloom Tangerine
ECR Fossil Leaf
ECR Pure Red
ECR Copper
ECR Eiderdown with Mega Curque
