In the last months of 2003 we have been doing research and
development to improve the Tactile Colour Textures. The processes involved
in screen printing Tactile Colour are complex, with a lot of variables.
The work has been very challenging; but, the results have been worthwhile
. A special thanks to our printers! PrismTech
Graphics
We now have a range of Tactile Colour produced in BC, Canada which
have the following qualities:
* Improved texture discrimination
*
Improved colour values
* Consistent print quality
* New large sheet
size of 925mm by 650mm (37 by 26 inches)
If you would like a Braille and raised print colour identification
chart and /or a sample swatch please indicate which choice in the subject
line on our "Request
samples" link.
We'd appreciate any feedback you would like to impart. Contact
us
We would like to give our thanks
to the following for their invaluable support in this
project:
QLT Inc. A biopharmaceutical company and world leader in
photodynamic therapy used in the treatment of macular degeneration and
other diseases. www.qltinc.com
PrismTech Graphics, a Burnaby, BC company specialising in
quality screen printing. www.prismtechgraphics.com
The Vancouver Foundation, a philanthropic non-governmental
community foundation which operates primarily as a permanent collection of
endowed funds. Income derived from the investment of the pooled capital of
Vancouver Foundation's endowments is distributed to support the activities
of charitable organizations across British Columbia:
www.vancouverfoundation.bc.ca
BC Gaming Commission. Proceeds from gaming are used to
benefit the people and communities of this province. Gaming revenue
supports health and education, community organizations, and local economic
development. www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/gaming/index.htm
Willox Graphic Supplies Suppliers to the screenprinting and
sign trades. www.willox.com
National Research Council of Canada
Industrial
Technology Advisors for IRAP
Tactile Colour Communication
402-2136 Ridge Road, Victoria,
B.C.
V8T 3E9, Canada.
Telephone: 250-480-1610 or
1-888-600-1931
Email: info@tactile.org
Website: www.tactile.org
Below are samples of some Tactile Colour cards, followed by a price list, followed by Colour Texture Descriptions.
Range of Textured Colours
available:
Red, Orange, Yellow,Green, Blue, Purple, Pink, Brown, Tan, Gray,
Black, White
Packs of 12 Self Adhesive Sheets (one of each colour)
B5 9¼ by 6½ inches
- 240 by 170mm
US$ 18.00 CDN$
18.00
B4 9¼ by 13
inches - 240 by 340mm
US$ 30.00
CDN$ 30.00
Cost per Individual Sheet
B5 9¼ by 6½ inches
- 240 by 170mm
US$1.87 CDN$
1.87
B4 9¼ by 13
inches - 240 by 340mm
US$ 3.30
CDN$ 3.30
B3 18½ by 13 inches -
480 by 340mm
US$ 5.50
CDN$ 5.50
Also
Available:
Packs of 10 White (used for working and
backing)
B4 9¼
by 13 inches - 240 by 340mm
US$ 6.30
CDN$ 6.30
Greeting
Cards
US$ 3.00 CDN$ 3.00
Christmas
Cards US$ 3.00
CDN$ 3.00
 Red Soft and rubbery
Information
about Tactile Colour |
Orange 
Yellow 
Green 
Blue 
Purple 
Pink 
Brown 
Tan 
Gray 
Black 
White