Amtrak. Graphic Signage Standards Manual (2010)

Electronic Signage

8.25

Train Information

and Visual

Messaging Screens

(Two Dedicated

Monitors)

E7c and E7d Sign

Types

Sign Size and Layout

Display Technology

1'-2 1/2"

46” LCD flat screen dis-

(1'-1 3/4")

play monitor, NEC LCD

4620-2-AV, landscape

format.

3'-5 3/4" (3'-1/2")

40” LCD flat screen

display monitor, NEC LCD

4020-2-AV, landscape

Varies

format.

4" min.

12" max.

Screen Graphics

Proprietary Amtrak-

branded screen layouts

display all electronic

1'-10 1/2"

1'-11 7/8"

information in preset

(1'-8 7/8")

(1'-7 3/4")

text sizes for each moni-

tor size.

The Train Information

3'-4 1/2" (2'-11 1/4")

monitor lists up to 12

E7c Sign Type Ceiling Hung, Single-sided, Side-by-Side, 46” monitor

trains and can display

(40” monitor dimensions in parentheses)

one line of horizontally

scrolling free text. The

Visual Messaging monitor

displays several lines of

public announcement,

9 1/2"

emergency, or free text

which can be vertically

3'-4"

scrolled. Both screens

have a header which

displays current time and

2'-11 1/4"

a footer which displays

current day and date.

Static Graphics

Amtrak Logo: 1’-6” Wide

3'-11"

x 2” High (Sign Type E7d

only)

1'-7 3/4"

Comment

6'-6"

LCD screen graphics

are designed with ADA

guidelines in mind and

to reinforce the Amtrak

brand.

2'-3 1/2"

E7d Sign Type Freestanding, 40” monitor

Electronic Signage

8.26

Train Information

and Visual

Messaging Screens

(Two Dedicated

Monitors)

E7a and E7b Sign

Types

Design Intent

Drawing

Weight and power

requirements are listed

below each mounting

configuration.

Comments

• Power requirements

vary according to

E7a Sign Type Wall Mounted

number of monitors.

46” Monitors

40” Monitors

• Weight can change

Weight: 272 lbs.

Weight: 235 lbs.

based on prevailing

Power: 480 watts @ 120 volts

technology.

*For paint and color

specifications please refer

to page 2.10.

E7b Sign Type Ceiling Hung, Double-sided

46” Monitors

40” Monitors

Weight: 283 lbs.

Weight: 244 lbs.

Power: 480 watts @ 120 volts

General Specifications

1) Flatscreen LCD display monitor with tempered glass lens

2) Metal cabinet and support structures powdercoated to match Silver*

3) Reveals powdercoated to match Black*

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Electronic Signage

8.27

Train Information

and Visual

Messaging Screens

(Two Dedicated

Monitors)

E7c and E7d Sign

Types

Design Intent

Drawing

Weight and power

requirements are listed

below each mounting

configuration.

Comments

• Power requirements

vary according to num-

ber of monitors.

• Weight can change

based on prevailing

technology.

E7c Sign Type Ceiling Hung, Single-sided, Side-by-Side

*For paint and color

46” Monitor (One Unit)

40” Monitor (One Unit)

specifications please refer

Weight: 148 lbs.

to page 2.10.

Power: 240 watts @ 120 volts

General Specifications

1) Flatscreen LCD

display monitor with

tempered glass lens

2) Metal cabinet and

support structures

powdercoated to

match Silver*

3) Reveals and base

powdercoated to

match Black*

4) Amtrak logo painted

AMT Blue*

E7d Sign Type Freestanding

40” Monitors

Weight: 570 lbs.

Power: 480 watts @ 120 volts

Electronic Signage

8.28

Train Information/

Visual Messaging

Screen (Single

Monitor)

E8 Sign Type

Sign Overview

This Sign Type utilizes

LCD flat screen electronic

display technology and

employs a single monitor

which displays two kinds

of information content

simultaneously on the

same screen. The top

Train Information sec-

tion provides a detailed

train information list

for multiple departures

E8a Sign Type Wall Mounted

E8b and E8c Sign Types Ceiling Hung

and arrivals mixed in

time order. The bottom

Visual Messaging section

provides visual display of

public announcements

and emergency messages

as well as free text mes-

sages.

E8 Sign Types are located

in interiors of stations

with light to moderate

passenger loads. Platform

and exterior use is dis-

couraged due to strict

weatherproofing and

mounting requirements.

Displays are operated by

Amtrak personnel from a

central controller located

in the communication

center.

E8d Sign Type Freestanding

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Electronic Signage

8.29

Train Information/

Visual Messaging

Screen (Single

Monitor)

E8 Sign Type

Mounting Options

The following Mounting

Options provide guide-

lines for the placement of

E8 Sign Types. These signs

are to be placed in station

interiors in areas where

they can be easily viewed

by Amtrak customers.

Mounting

Configurations

E8a Wall mounted

(single-sided)

E8a Sign Type Wall Mounted

E8b Ceiling hung

(double-sided)

E8c Ceiling hung

(single-sided),

side-by-side

E8d Freestanding

(single-sided)

The E8 Sign Type

utilizes two monitor sizes,

depending on mounting

configuration, per the

chart below.

Mounting

Monitor Sizes

E8b Sign Type Ceiling Hung,

E8c Sign Type Ceiling Hung,

Double-sided

Single-sided

E8a

46”

40”

E8b

46”

40”

E8c

46”

40”

E8d

40”

Mounting requirements

and monitor sizes will

vary according to individ-

ual station needs includ-

ing viewing distances.

E8d Sign Type Freestanding

Electronic Signage

8.30

Train Information/

Visual Messaging

Screen (Single

Monitor)

E8a and E8b Sign

Types

Sign Size and Layout

Display Technology

3'-7 1/4"

46” LCD flat screen

(3'-3 1/2")

display monitor, NEC LCD

4620-2-AV, landscape

format.

9 1/2"

(9 1/2")

40” LCD flat screen

display monitor, NEC LCD

4020-2-AV, landscape

format.

Screen Graphics

1'-10 1/2"

2'-1 1/4"

(1'-7 3/4")

(1'-11 3/4")

Proprietary Amtrak-

branded screen layouts

display all electronic

information in preset

3'-4 1/2" (2'-11 1/4")

text sizes for each moni-

tor size.

E8a Sign Type Wall Mounted, 46” monitor

(40” monitor dimensions in parentheses)

Sign Type E8 utilizes a

single monitor to dis-

play Train and Visual

Messaging Information

3'-5 3/4"

simultaneously on the

(3'-1/2")

same screen. The top

Train Information section

lists up to 6 trains. The

bottom Visual Messaging

2'-7 3/4"

section displays several

(2'-7 3/4")

lines of public announce-

ment, emergency, or

free text which can be

vertically scrolled. Each

section has a header; cur-

rent time is displayed in

the top Train Information

header. The screen’s

Varies

footer displays current

day and date.

Comment

LCD screen graphics

are designed with ADA

1'-10 1/2"

1'-11 7/8"

(1'-7 3/4")

(1'-8 7/8")

guidelines in mind and

to reinforce the Amtrak

brand.

3'-4 1/2" (2'-11 1/4")

E8b Sign Type Ceiling Hung, Double-sided, 46” monitor

(40” monitor dimensions in parentheses)

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Electronic Signage

8.31

Train Information/

Visual Messaging

Screen (Single

Monitor)

E8c and E8d Sign

Types

Sign Size and Layout

Display Technology

1'-2 1/2"

46” LCD flat screen

(1'-1 3/4")

display monitor, NEC LCD

4620-2-AV, landscape

format.

3'-5 3/4" (3'-1/2")

40” LCD flat screen

display monitor, NEC LCD

4020-2-AV, landscape

Varies

format.

Screen Graphics

Proprietary Amtrak-

branded screen layouts

display all electronic

1'-11 7/8"

1'-10 1/2"

information in preset

(1'-7 3/4")

(1'-8 7/8")

text sizes.

Sign Type E8 utilizes a

single monitor to dis-

3'-4 1/2" (2'-11 1/4")

play Train and Visual

E8c Sign Type Ceiling Hung, Single-sided, 46” monitor

Messaging Information

(40” monitor dimensions in parentheses)

simultaneously on the

same screen. The top

Train Information section

lists up to 6 trains. The

bottom Visual Messaging

9 1/2"

section displays several

3'-4"

lines of public announce-

ment, emergency, or

free text which can be

vertically scrolled. Each

section has a header; cur-

1'-7 3/4"

rent time is displayed in

the top Train Information

3'-11"

header. The screen’s

2'-11 1/4"

footer displays current

day and date.

Static Graphics

6'-6"

Amtrak Logo: 1’-6” Wide

x 2” High (Sign Type E8d

only)

Comment

LCD screen graphics

2'-3 1/2"

are designed with ADA

guidelines in mind and

to reinforce the Amtrak

brand.

E8d Sign Type Freestanding, 40” monitor

Electronic Signage

8.32

Train Information/

Visual Messaging

Screen (Single

Monitor)

E8a and E8b Sign

Types

Design Intent

Drawing

Weight and power

requirements are listed

below each mounting

configuration.

Comments

• Power requirements

E8a Sign Type Wall Mounted

vary according to

number of monitors.

46” Monitor

40” Monitor

• Weight can change

Weight: 136 lbs.

Weight: 113 lbs.

Power: 240 watts @ 120 volts

based on prevailing

technology.

*For paint and color

specifications please refer

to page 2.10.

E8b Sign Type Ceiling Hung, Double-sided

46” Monitors

40” Monitors

Weight: 283 lbs.

Weight: 244 lbs.

Power: 480 watts @ 120 volts

General Specifications

1) Flatscreen LCD display monitor with tempered glass lens

2) Metal cabinet and support structures powdercoated to match Silver*

3) Reveals powdercoated to match Black*

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Electronic Signage

8.33

Train Information/

Visual Messaging

Screen (Single

Monitor)

E8c and E8d Sign

Types

Design Intent

Drawing

Weight and power

requirements are listed

below each mounting

configuration.

Comments

• Power requirements

vary according to

number of monitors.

• Weight can change

based on prevailing

technology.

E8c Sign Type Ceiling Hung, Single-sided

*For paint and color

46” Monitor

40” Monitor

specifications please refer

Weight: 148 lbs.

Weight: 122 lbs.

to page 2.10.

Power: 240 watts @ 120 volts

General Specifications

1) Flatscreen LCD

display monitor with

tempered glass lens

2) Metal cabinet and

support structures

powdercoated to

match Silver*

3) Reveals and base

powdercoated to

match Black*

4) Amtrak logo painted

AMT Blue*

E8d Sign Type Freestanding

40” Monitor

Weight: 506 lbs.

Power: 240 watts @ 120 volts

Electronic Signage

8.34

Master Clock System

E9 Sign Type

Sign Overview

The master clock system

is a separate unit linked

by a central controller

to display the same time

on all clocks throughout

a station. It provides a

common time reference

for Amtrak employees,

customers and the gen-

eral public.

To provide some flexibil-

ity and accommodate the

needs of all stations, two

clock faces have been

selected for the Amtrak

Graphic Signage System.

E9 Sign Type

1) General Purpose

L Face

(Contemporary)

White dial, black

Frutiger 55 Roman

numerals at the 12, 3,

6 and 9 o’clock posi-

tion and bars at the

other hour positions.

LS Hands

(Contemporary)

Basic hands recom-

mended for use in

most stations.

2) Historic Stations

A Face (Historic)

White dial, black

Roman numerals at

all hour positions.

AS Hands

E9 Sign Type

(Historic) Old-style

recommended for use

in stations considered

historic.

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Electronic Signage

8.35

Master Clock System

E9 Sign Type

Typical Elevations

and Specifications

The illustration on this

page gives general size

and layout recommenda-

tions. The project architect/

designer may interpret

materials and design

based on the Graphic

Signage Standards Manual

and the individual station

E9 Sign Type

environment.

Double Face

Surface

Semi-flush

1) Style 53918

Double Face Design

2'-0"

18” diameter

Clear Acrylic Crystal

White Dial. Specify

if sidewall, ceiling or

pendant mounting.

2) Style 52918

Surface Design

18” diameter Clear

Acrylic Crystal White

Dial

3) Style 50918

Semi-flush Design

18” diameter Clear

Acrylic Crystal White

Dial

4) Custom Clock Tower

Custom Clock Towers

are used as landmarks

within stations as a

gathering or meeting

place for Amtrak

customers.

Weight

Clock is approx. 18 lbs.

E9 Sign Type

Clock Tower

Housing

Aluminum case with satin

aluminum finish or matte

black.

Typical Sign

9.1

Location Plans

Message Hierarchy

To ensure functionality of the Amtrak Graphic Signage

Amtrak’s approach to

System, information must be presented in such a way

providing information

as to allow for smooth traffic flow throughout the

requires a systematic

station facilities.

display of different

types of messages as

The placement of all signs must reflect the needs of

passengers’ needs vary

the user. By presenting digestible amounts of messages

throughout the differ-

far enough in advance of a decision point, passengers

ent environments in

can prepare for what is ahead. The progression usually

the station.

starts with broad general information and moves, as

one approaches a decision point, towards more specific

Directional signing is

and detailed information. Within Amtrak’s Signage

of great importance.

System, messages should progress from general (Trains)

When used correctly,

to specific (Gate, then Track Number and Boarding

proper directional

Location).

signing will assist

in the rapid move-

The typical sequences of concern entraining are:

ment of vehicles, visi-

1. Approach/Parking/Passenger Drop-off

tors, and customers.

2. Tickets

Success or failure of

3. Baggage Check-in

a station’s design and

4. Restrooms

its signing will be

5. Trains

measured by the ease,

speed, comfort and

The typical sequences of concern detraining are:

access to and from the

1. Restrooms

various destinations

2. Baggage Claim

within the station.

3. Buses/Taxis/Parking

Comment

4. Telephones

The location plans in this

5. Exit

chapter are diagrammatic

Exterior Site Conditions

and represent general

arrangements for vari-

Passengers approaching a station will require immedi-

ous platform and station

ate information directing them to Parking, Passenger

building categories.

Drop-off/Pick-up and the station entrance.

Configurations of actual

Interior Conditions

stations will vary and

signs should be located

Once at the station entrance, these same passengers

and messaged according

will require information leading to the interior of the

to each site’s layout.

station where they will then find information regarding

public and passenger services. Once the Tickets/Baggage

Check-in process is completed, the passenger requires

guidance to the Waiting Area, Gate/Track locations as

well as additional reinforcement of train information.

Platform Conditions

Once passengers have purchased tickets and checked in

their baggage, they will require guidance to Track or

Gate locations and finally Boarding Locations for proper

boarding and seating.

Typical Sign

Location Plans

9.2

Historic Buildings

A historic building is

Any structure or collection of structures deemed

one that has received

important to the history, architecture or culture of an

an official designation

area is considered a historic landmark. The Secretary

from local, state, or

of the Interior has established standards for the

federal governmental

historic preservation of these properties. Guidelines

entities.

for rehabilitating historic buildings have been estab-

lished to ensure the preservation of qualities for

which each property was listed.

Accessibility to historic buildings is required by the

Americans with Disabilities Act as well as other state

or local laws. Federal regulations have been devel-

oped to provide guidance on how to meet both

accessibility and historic preservation requirements.

Compliance with these requirements, in addition to

local and state regulations is required when incorpo-

rating the Amtrak Graphic Signage Standards.

For additional information refer to The Secretary

of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation with

Illustrated Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic

Buildings (updated 1995), available at www.nps.gov/

history/hps/tps/tax/rhb.

Contact Amtrak Signage Brand Management at

SignageBrandManagement@amtrak.com regarding

implementation of Amtrak Graphic Signage Standards

at designated historical facilities.

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Typical Sign

9.3

Location Plans

Stub-end Platforms

Recommended Sign

Location Layout

Stub-end platforms are

approached from one

end only. This diagram

represents a typical sign

location plan for a

multiple platform site.

It may be accessible at

A1a

grade or by raised

platforms.

Stations at the end of

a line do not require

signs with information

regarding train’s origin/

A1a

destination. The city and

state name alone will

suffice.

Comments

• Columns, stairs, eleva-

tors and other struc-

A1a

tures along platform

centerlines can obstruct

sightlines of signs

located perpendicular

A11

& A12

Location in platform area to be determined for each station

to the platform. In such

cases, signs should be

placed along both sides

Recommended Sign Placement

of platform for obstruc-

Signs should be placed along active platform at intervals indicated below.

tion-free viewing.

A1a

170'-0" apart (two car lengths starting from engineer's stop).

• Ultraviolet radia-

tion tends to bleach

85'- 0" apart (starting at head end); 87'-6" for Acela Express equipment.

the color from signs

Spacing may require modification with the procurement of additional

exposed to the sun.

equipment for other HSR networks.

85'-0" apart (stagger with A1a and A7 signs to avoid crowding).

Key to Sign Layout

170'-0" apart (stagger with A1a and A7 signs to avoid crowding).

A1a Branded City Identifier

A7 Boarding Location

Marker and Track

Identifier (Suspended)

A11 Station Information

Display Case

A12 ADA City Identifier

Restrictive Sign

Next Train Information

E3 Visual Messaging System

E5 Bumper Block Train

Information Board

Typical Sign

Location Plans

9.4

Center Access

Platforms

Recommended Sign

Location Layout

This diagram represents a

Access not

at Grade

typical sign location plan

(shaded area indicates track

overpass

for a multiple platform

or underpass from station)

site not accessible at

grade.

Stations at the end of

a line do not require

signs with information

regarding train’s origin/

A1a

destination. The city and

elevator

state name alone will

suffice.

Comments

• Columns, stairs, eleva-

tors and other struc-

tures along platform

centerlines can obstruct

sightlines of signs

A1a

located perpendicular

elevator

to the platform. In such

cases, signs should be

placed along both sides

of platform for obstruc-

tion-free viewing.

• Ultraviolet radia-

A11

& A12

Location in platform area to be determined for each station

tion tends to bleach

the color from signs

Recommended Sign Placement

exposed to the sun.

Signs should be placed along active platform at intervals indicated below.

Key to Sign Layout

A1a or A2a

170'-0" apart (two car lengths starting from engineer's stop).

A1a Branded City Identifier

85'- 0" apart (starting at head end); 87'-6" for Acela Express equipment.

Spacing may require modification with the procurement of additional

A2a Branded City Identifier

equipment for other HSR networks.

with Direction Bar

85'-0" apart (stagger with A1a/A2a and A7 signs to avoid crowding).

A7 Boarding Location

Marker and Track

170'-0" apart (stagger with A1a/A2a and A7 signs to avoid crowding).

Identifier (Suspended)

A11 Station Information

Display Case

A12 ADA City Identifier

B7 Gate Identification

Restrictive Sign

Next Train Information

E3 Visual Messaging System

Gate Board

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Typical Sign

9.5

Location Plans

Multiple Through-

track Platforms

Recommended Sign

Location Layout

Station

The diagram shown

or Shelter

below illustrates a typi-

Track Crossing

cal sign location plan for

Access at Grade

a multiple platform site

with through-track

traffic.

A2a

Access is at grade.

Contact Amtrak for

specific signage require-

ments for pedestrian

crossings on active tracks.

Comments

A2a

• Columns, stairs, eleva-

tors and other struc-

tures along platform

centerlines can obstruct

sightlines of signs

located perpendicular

to the platform. In such

A11 & A12 Location in platform area to be determined for each station

cases, signs should be

placed along both sides

of platform for obstruc-

Recommended Sign Placement

tion-free viewing.

Signs should be placed along active platform at intervals indicated below.

• Ultraviolet radia-

A2a

170'-0" apart (two car lengths starting from engineer's stop).

tion tends to bleach

the color from signs

85'- 0" apart (starting at head end); 87'-6" for Acela Express equipment.

exposed to the sun.

Spacing may require modification with the procurement of additional

equipment for other HSR networks.

Key to Sign Layout

85'-0" apart (stagger with A2a and A6 signs to avoid crowding).

A2a Branded City Identifier

170'-0" apart (stagger with A2a and A6 signs to avoid crowding).

with Direction Bar

A6 Boarding Location

Marker and Track

Identifier with Arrow

A10 Passenger Information

and Timetable Display

A11 Station Information

Display Case

A12 ADA City Identifier

Restrictive Sign

Next Train Information

Visual Messaging System

Typical Sign

Location Plans

9.6

Single Through-track

Platform

Recommended Sign

Location Layout

The diagram shown

Station or Shelter

below illustrates a typical

sign location plan for a

single platform site with

A1a

through-track traffic.

Access is at grade.

Contact Amtrak for

specific signage require-

ments for pedestrian

crossings on active tracks.

Comment

A11 & A12 Location in platform area to be determined for each station

Ultraviolet radiation

tends to bleach the color

from signs exposed to

Recommended Sign Placement

Signs should be placed along active platform at intervals indicated below.

the sun.

A1a/A2a

170'-0" apart (two car lengths starting from engineer's stop).

Key to Platform Layout

85'- 0" apart (starting at head end); 87'-6" for Acela Express equipment.

A1a Branded City Identifier

Spacing may require modification with the procurement of additional

equipment for other HSR networks.

A2a Branded City Identifier

with Direction Bar

85'-0" apart (stagger with A1a/A2a and A4 signs to avoid crowding).

A4 Boarding Location

170'-0" apart (stagger with A1a/A2a and A4 signs to avoid crowding).

Marker

A11 Station Information

Display Case

A12 ADA City Identifier

Restrictive Sign

Next Train Information

E3 Visual Messaging System

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Typical Sign

9.7

Location Plans

Large Stations

Recommended Sign

Location Layout

Key to Sign Layout

B20

Mechanical Room

C9 - Site Identification

The illustrated station

C12

Monument (Sign Type,

is shown for signage

To Trains

B24

Branded Station Hours

size and illumination to

purposes only. Additional

Trains/Restrooms

B25 Travelscape at Ticket

be determined)*

Counter

requirements that may

Taxis/Exit

C20

ADA Station Entrance

impact the station design

B26

Brandmark

Identifier

B7 Tickets & Baggage

and layout can be found

at Ticket Counter

Check-in

Smoke-free Facility

in the Amtrak Station

B27

Amtrak Welcomes You

Passenger Services

Gate Board

Design Guidelines. The

to “City Name”

B15 Baggage Claim

E6 Train Directory Board

Station is designed to

B27 Station Identification

B15

Restrooms

Train Information

efficiently handle moder-

Reserved Parking*

and Visual Messaging

ate to heavy passenger

B15

Telephones

Amtrak Thruway

Screens

loads of 150-300 passen-

B15

TDD

Bus

gers per peak hour.

B17

Men

C2 Passenger Drop-off

* Signage to comply

and Pick-up

Comment

B17

Women

with local codes.

Taxis

Ultraviolet radiation

B18

Men

C4 Parking/Amtrak

tends to bleach the color

B18

Women

Thruway Bus

from signs exposed to

the sun.

Platform (refer to typical platform plans)

To be located at each gate to platform(s)

Waiting Area

Private

Offices

Baggage

Room

B25

B26

Station Interior

B15

B20 B18 B17

B17 B18

B24

B27

C20

Sidewalk

One Way

Typical Sign

Location Plans

9.8

Medium Stations

Recommended Sign

Location Layout

The illustrated station

Key to Sign Layout

B21

Authorized

Parking/Amtrak

Personnel

Thruway Bus

is shown for signage

Trains/Restrooms

location purposes only.

B24

Branded Station Hours

C9 -

Site Identification

Taxis/Exit

C12

Monument (Sign Type,

Additional requirements

B25

Travelscape at Ticket

Tickets & Baggage

size and illumination to

that may impact station

Counter

Check-in

be determined)*

design and layout can

B26

Brandmark at Ticket

B7 Baggage Claim

Counter

C20

ADA Station Entrance

be found in the Amtrak

Identifier

Station Manual. Station

B15

Restrooms

B27

Amtrak Welcomes You

to “City Name”

Smoke-free Facility

is designed to efficiently

B15

Telephones

B27

To Trains

Gate Board

handle moderate passen-

B15

TDD

ger loads of 50-175

Reserved Parking*

Train Information/

B17

Men

Visual Messaging

passengers per peak

B17

Women

Amtrak Thruway Bus

Screen

hour.

B18

Men

Passenger Drop-off

Comment

and Pick-up

B18

Women

Signage to comply

Taxis

Ultraviolet radiation

with local codes.

tends to bleach the color

from signs exposed to

the sun.

Platform (refer to typical platform plans)

To be located at each gate to platform(s)

B27

Baggage Room

i.03

Ticket

Office

Waiting Area

B15

C20

B24 B24

Sidewalk

C9 or

C10 or

One Way

C11 or

C12

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Typical Sign

9.9

Location Plans

Small Stations

Recommended Sign

Location Layout

Key to Sign Layout

C2 Amtrak

The illustrated station

Thruway Bus

is shown for signage

Exit

C2 Passenger Drop-off

location purposes only.

B7 Tickets and

and Pick-up

Additional requirements

Baggage Check-in

C7 - Site Identification Sign

that may impact station

Baggage Claim

(Post and Panel)

design and layout can

B14

Telephones

C20

ADA Station Entrance

be found in the Amtrak

B15

TDD

Identifier

Station Manual. Station

B17

Men

Smoke-free Facility

is designed to efficiently

B17

Women

Train Information/

handle light passenger

Visual Messaging

loads of 25-75 passengers

B20

Private

Screen

per peak hour.

B24

Branded Station Hours

B26

Brandmark at Ticket

Comment

* Signage to comply

Counter

Ultraviolet radiation

with local codes.

Reserved Parking*

tends to bleach the color

from signs exposed to

the sun.

Platform (refer to typical platform plans)

Baggage

Room

B26

B14

B15

Waiting Area

B14

Sidewalk

Typical Sign

Location Plans

9.10

Shelters

Recommended Sign

Location Layout

The illustrated station

A11 & A12 Location in platform area to be determined for each station

is shown for signage

Platform (refer to typical platform plans)

location purposes only.

Additional requirements

that may impact station

design and layout can

be found in the Amtrak

Station Manual. Station

Shelter Area

is designed to efficiently

handle minimal passen-

Exterior

ger loads of 25 passen-

gers per peak hour.

Comment

Ultraviolet radiation

tends to bleach the color

from signs exposed to

the sun.

Key to Sign Layout

A11 Station Information

Display Case

A12 ADA City Identifier

B14

Telephones

Reserved Parking

C7 - Site Identification Sign

(Post and Panel)

* Signage to comply

with local codes.

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Recommended

10.1

Maintenance of

Signs

Maintenance and

Parts Replacement

• Screws and bolts must be tightened periodically.

To ensure that the

Check for missing screws, nuts and bolts. These

Amtrak Graphic

tend to get lost during maintenance procedures.

Signage System

continues to effec-

• Damaged bolts and screws must be replaced imme-

tively communicate a

diately. Damaged signs that may present a hazard

positive brand image,

should be removed or replaced immediately (i.e.,

the following guide-

rusting that threatens the structural integrity of

lines for repair and

a sign unit, deterioration of electrical wiring or

replacement must be

broken sign faces).

followed closely.

• Check sign boxes and anchor bolts for cracks.

Suspended signs are in constant motion, putting

stress on bolts and stop nuts.

• For the removal and installation of any sign,

contact a sign installation professional or

SignageBrandManagement@amtrak.com.

• For additional signs required at a station site,

contact a sign installation professional or

SignageBrandManagement@amtrak.com. Also see

Chapter 12 for Sign Ordering Forms.

• All signs must be checked after hurricanes, earth-

quakes and wind loads exceeding 60 mph.

• Remove graffiti and replace vandalized sign

components, such as broken glass, promptly

to prevent further vandalism. Contact

SignageBrandManagement@amtrak.com if infor-

mation is needed on graffiti removal or replace-

ment of vandalized sign parts.

Recommended

Maintenance of

10.2

Signs

Cleaning

Amtrak Signs should

Painted Aluminum, Anodized Aluminum

be properly and peri-

and Fiberglass Signs

odically cleaned to

These surfaces are cleaned most easily using mild

maintain their clarity

soaps, detergents or solvents applied to the surface

and effectiveness.

with a soft cloth or sponge. For more stubborn stains,

The following guide-

solvents such as rubbing alcohol, mineral spirits or

lines must be followed

Bestine may be used.

when cleaning signs.

Do not use scouring pads or cleaners containing

abrasives, which will scratch surfaces. If heavy duty

cleaning is required, professional assistance should be

requested.

Acrylic, PVC Letters and Vinyl Signs

Cleaning should be done with a soft cloth and

window cleaner. Do not use cloths containing grit,

abrasive particles or scouring compounds to clean

plastic as they will scratch and damage the sign

surface.

Granite and Concrete

These surfaces should be cleaned with a mild soap and

a soft bristled brush for most cases. In the event that

the surface has an embedded stain, a power sprayer

and a mild soap may be utilized. However, this should

be done only by an experienced professional.

Brass Letters

Some older stations may have brass lettering that was

part of the original station design. Extreme care must

be taken when cleaning any brass surface. Cleaning

should only be done utilizing a soft cotton cloth. The

use of soaps, detergents or solvents is not recom-

mended as they may cause scratches in the finish,

requiring a new clear coat finish to deter the letters

from pitting.

Electronic and Internally Illuminated Signage

Maintenance contracts with the Electronic Signage

Supplier are strongly recommended. Frequency of

cleaning varies with local conditions. Specific methods

of cleaning must be coordinated with the supplier.

Time clocks and energy management systems must

be checked as they may be operating 24 hours a day,

shortening lamp life and increasing your energy costs.

Supply voltage and grounding must be checked.

Voltage drops can affect the life of lamps and ballasts.

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Recommended

10.3

Maintenance of

Signs

Why Coating

Systems Fail

Many factors influence the life and performance

of coating systems. Recognizing the exposure condi-

tions and specifying the proper coatings is the first

step in obtaining satisfactory coating performance.

Specifying adequate preparation and coatings, com-

bined with on-the-job inspection during preparation

and application, serve to assure the best possible coat-

ing performance.

Broadly defined problems which cause deterioration

fall into one or more of the following categories. The

station site should be examined to assess the presence

of these either separately or in combination.

1.) Heat

Heat can cause coatings to discolor, blister and

burn off.

2.) Moisture

This problem may include exposure to steam,

humidity, condensation or actual immersion in

water. Coatings shall repel moisture to protect

the surface.

3.) Impact

Concrete will wear and can crack and chip. This

material may require special coatings.

4.) Abrasion

All surfaces in high traffic areas are subject to

damage from abrasion.

5.) Atmospheric Corrosion

Constant exposure to the elements—rain, cold,

heat, temperature changes and the ultraviolet rays

of the sun—may wear away a protective coating.

For a coating to work effectively, it must be tough

enough to resist the elements and be flexible

enough to expand and contract with the surface to

which it is applied.

6.) Chemical Corrosion

Acids and alkalies will attack and destroy ordinary

protective coatings.

Sign Fabrication

11.1

and Installation

The Amtrak

Paint System

Sign Paint System Description

Amtrak Sign Paint

In general, the paint system used for Amtrak signs is a

System

low VOC, ultraviolet inhibited aliphatic acrylic polyure-

MPC - Matthews Paint

thane applied over pretreatment coatings and primers,

Company

as appropriate for each sign substrate material. All signs

MAP - Matthews Acrylic

are clear coated with low VOC satin clear coat unless

Polyurethane

indicated otherwise on design intent drawings.

MAP VOC-compliant

Matthews Paint Company (MPC) manufactures the paint

paint and clear coat des-

system used for most Amtrak sign applications, formu-

ignations, and standard

lated around Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane (MAP) as

AMT colors, are included

the pigmented topcoat. MAP VOC-compliant paint and

on page 2.10.

clear coat designations, and standard AMT colors, are

included on page 2.10.

Comment

This paint system is for

Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Requirements

application over new,

To promote a greener environment, the Amtrak paint

never-painted substrates.

system specifies paint coatings compliant with govern-

If painting over existing

ing VOC-emission requirements. VOC-compliant coat-

painted signs, this sys-

ings, although more expensive, are required to have

tem will blister and peel.

equal performance properties to conventional coatings.

Therefore, another paint

Cleaning, Pretreating and Painting

system should be selected

Clean, pretreat, paint and clear coat according to proce-

where painting over

dures recommended for each substrate in the VOC MAP

existing paint is based

Substrate Application Guide, available online at

upon a history of success-

www.matthewspaint.com.

ful use. In general, paint-

ing over existing signs is

Touch-up after Installation

discouraged.

Perform after-installation touch-up with VOC-compli-

ant coatings in accordance with paint manufacturer’s

recommendations.

Touch-up of Damage: Signs damaged before shipment

are unacceptable. Only minor on-site damage may be

touched-up, subject to Amtrak’s acceptance.

Painting on Plaster, Gypsum Board and Cork

Do not use Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane (MAP) or any

other polyurethane on these surfaces. Another type of

paint system should be selected based upon history of

successful use.

Sign Fabrication

and Installation

11.2

Graphics Application

Permanent Graphics

Permanent sign graphics are to be applied by frisket

(mask) painting or by silkcreening. Both processes

provide good durability and reproduction quality, and

can be substituted for each other. Silkscreen inks must

match Amtrak paint colors specified on page 2.10. All

painted and silkscreened graphics must be applied

before signs are clear coated.

Cut Vinyl Graphics

Cut Vinyl Graphics are signs only where specified, as

the primary or alternate finish in the design intent

drawing for each Amtrak Sign Type.

Follow vinyl manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning

and preparation of specific surfaces to which the vinyl

is to be applied, and for application of the vinyl.

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Sign Fabrication

11.3

and Installation

Sign Construction

Drawings

Sign Construction Drawings

Drawings outlining fabrication specifications of Sign

Types contained in this manual are currently being

updated and will be available to design professionals

working on Amtrak facilities. These drawings, which

are not be used in lieu of obtaining shop drawings

from selected sign fabricators, can be obtained by

contacting SignageBrandManagement@amtrak.com.

Amtrak personnel seeking to obtain signs for their

facilities should order signs using the process outlined

in Chapter 12.

Sign

12.1

Ordering Forms

The Ordering Process

This chapter provides the necessary information for

Sign Ordering is key

Amtrak personnel to order Amtrak signs.

to the implementation

of the Amtrak Graphic

Signs for the Amtrak Graphics Signage System have

Signage System.

been categorized into five groups.

Adherence to the

“A” Sign Types represent Platform Signs (Chapter 4.0)

three-step procedure

“B” Sign Types represent Interior Signs (Chapter 5.0)

mentioned in this

“C” Sign Types represent Exterior Signs (Chapter 6.0)

chapter will ensure

“D” Sign Types represent Regulatory Signs (Chapter 7.0)

the proper processing

“E” Sign Types represent Electronic Signs (Chapter 8.0)

of orders for new or

To ensure that Amtrak signage is manufactured to high

replacement signs.

quality standards, Amtrak personnel must order signs

through Amtrak Signage Brand Management following

the three-step procedure in this chapter. It is important

to note that not all local companies can produce the

signage to the listed specifications and that any locally-

obtained signage that does not comply with Amtrak

specifications will be removed.

Design professionals seeking competitive bids for sta-

tion signage should verify that any company submit-

ting a price has the ability and the experience to pro-

duce high quality architectural signage that conforms

to the specifications. Design professionals must require

selected fabricator to submit complete shop drawings

and other pertinent submittals. Should design profes-

sionals have questions or require assistance in locating

sign fabricators, contact SignageBrandManagement@

amtrak.com or Amtrak Procurement.

Sign

Ordering Forms

12.2

Master List

of Sign Types

Sign Type

Sign Name

Page #

Additional ordering

Static Platform Signs

information can be

A1a

Branded City Identifier

pg 4.2

found on pages 12.6

City Identifier

pg 4.6

and 12.7.

A2a

Branded City Identifier with Direction Bar

pg 4.2

Signs for the Amtrak

City Identifier with Direction Bar

pg 4.6

Graphic Signage

Track Identifier

pg 4.10

System have been

Boarding Location Marker

pg 4.10

listed by Sign Type and

Boarding Location Marker and Track Identifier

pg 4.10

Sign Name.

Boarding Location Marker and

Track Identifier with Arrow

pg 4.10

*Indicates internally

Boarding Location Marker

illuminated signs

and Track Identifier with Arrow (Suspended)

pg 4.10

Track Identifier (at Bumper Block)

pg 4.10

Directional Stacked

pg 4.16

A10

Directional Single Line

pg 4.16

A11

Station Information Display Case

pg 4.20

A12

ADA City Identifier

pg 4.24

Static Interior Signs

Overhead Directional One Message

pg 5.2

Overhead Directional Two Messages

pg 5.2

Overhead Directional Three Messages

pg 5.2

Overhead Directional One Message

with Preview Bar

pg 5.6

Overhead Directional Two Messages

with Preview Bar

pg 5.6

Overhead Directional Three Messages

with Preview Bar

pg 5.6

Sign Band

pg 5.10

Wall Directional One Message

pg 5.14

Wall Directional Two Messages

pg 5.14

B10

Wall Directional Three Messages

pg 5.14

B11

Wall Directional One Message

with Preview Bar

pg 5.18

B12

Wall Directional Two Messages

with Preview Bar

pg 5.18

B13

Wall Directional Three Messages

with Preview Bar

pg 5.18

B14

Service Identifier with Symbol Only

pg 5.22

B15

Service Identifier with Symbol and Message

pg 5.22

B16

Service Identifier with Symbol and Extended

Message Panel

pg 5.22

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Sign

12.3

Ordering Forms

Master List of

Sign Types

Sign Type

Sign Name

Page #

(continued)

B17

Restroom Wall Identifier

pg 5.26

*Indicates internally

B18

Restroom Door Identifier

pg 5.26

illuminated signs

B19

Permanent Room Number Identifier

pg 5.30

B20

Permanent Room Identifier

for Short Messages

pg 5.30

B21

Permanent Room Identifier

for Long Messages

pg 5.30

B22a

Freestanding 11x17 Custom Message Inserts

and Sign Housing

pg 5.34

B22b

Freestanding 22x28 Custom Message Inserts

and Sign Housing

pg 5.34

B23a

Wall mounted 11x17 Custom Message Inserts

and Sign Housing

pg 5.39

B23b

Wall mounted 22x28 Custom Message Inserts

and Sign Housing

pg 5.39

B23c

Wall mounted 24x36 Custom Message Inserts

and Sign Housing

pg 5.39

B24

Station Hours Lettering

pg 5.45

B25

Travelscape

pg 5.47

B26

Brandmark

pg 5.48

B27

Individually-cut Letters

pg 5.49

B28

Interior Cut Vinyl Applied Letters

pg 5.51

B29

Changeable Message Insert Sign

pg 5.54

B30

Brand Identification Fin

pg 5.57

Static Exterior Signs

Curb Identifier

pg 6.2

Curb Identifier with Additional Message Field

pg 6.2

Vehicular Directional One Message

pg 6.6

Vehicular Directional Two Messages

pg 6.6

Vehicular Directional Three Messages

pg 6.6

Parking Directional One Message (General)

pg 6.6

Freestanding Post & Panel Site Identification Sign

Vertical Orientation

pg 6.12

Freestanding Post & Panel Site Identification Sign

Horizontal Orientation

pg 6.12

C9*

Freestanding Vertical Site Identification Pylon,

Internally Illuminated

pg. 6.15

C10

Freestanding Vertical Site Identification Pylon,

Externally Illuminated

pg. 6.15

C11*

Freestanding Horizontal Site Identification

Monuments, Internally Illuminated

pg. 6.18

C12

Freestanding Vertical Site Identification

Sign

Ordering Forms

12.4

Master List

of Sign Types

(continued)

Sign Type

Sign Name

Page #

*Indicates internally

Monument, Externally Illuminated

pg. 6.18

illuminated signs

C13*

Monument Station Site Identification Sign

pg. 6.21

C14

Brand Identification Fin

pg. 6.22

C15

Trailblazer Kit #1

pg. 6.23

C16

Trailblazer Kit #2

pg. 6.23

C17

Trailblazer Kit #3

pg. 6.24

C18

Trailblazer Kit #4

pg. 6.24

C19

Trailblazer Kit #5

pg. 6.24

C20

ADA Station Entrance Identifier

pg. 6.27

Static Regulatory Signs

Regulatory Sign Symbol Only

pg 7.2

Regulatory Sign with Symbol and Message

pg 7.2

Safety Signs

pg 7.6

Platform End Restrictive Sign

pg 7.10

Safety Tips Sign

pg 7.14

Security Warning Sign

pg 7.18

Electronic Signs

Next Agent Available System

pg 8.2

Next Train Information (LED)

pg 8.6

Visual Messaging System (LED)

pg 8.7

Gate Board (LCD)

pg 8.11

Bumper Block Train Information Board (LED)

pg 8.15

Train Directory Board (LED)

pg 8.19

Train List Screen and Visual Messaging Screen

(Two Dedicated Monitors)

pg 8.22

Train List/Visual Messaging Screen

(Single Monitor)

pg 8.28

Master Clock System

pg 8.34

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Sign

12.5

Ordering Forms

Three Steps for

Ordering Signs

Static Signs

Ordering Amtrak signs requires careful planning and

The three following

site analysis by the Amtrak personnel placing the order.

steps for ordering

Order processing requires funds availability, coordina-

Amtrak signs facilitate

tion with other projects, adequate lead time, and other

planning and manage-

considerations. The three-step sign ordering procedure

ment of the process:

balances these considerations and facilitates the sign

Signage

ordering process.

Assessment

The first step in the ordering process is a Signage

Consultation

Assessment Consultation with Amtrak Signage Brand

Site Survey

Management. This planning step helps Amtrak assess

Order Placement

such factors as the scope, funding availability and time

frame for managing the signage order. Factors reviewed

in the consultation can include:

• Station(s) included in signage order

• Purpose of signage order

• Anticipated Sign Types and quantities

• Special circumstances, such as emergency replacement

• Target completion date

• Funding options

• Sign fabrication and installation sourcing

The second step is conducting a Site Survey, if indicated

by the Signage Assessment Consultation. In the survey,

the Amtrak personnel ordering the signs photograph

each desired sign location and indicate each sign on a

drawing or sketch of the station plan. Tips for perform-

ing the site survey include:

• Use up-to-date architectural plans, if available, for

indicating the sign locations.

• Be as accurate and detailed as possible if preparing a

hand drawn sketch of the station plan.

• Indicate the Amtrak Sign Type, paired with a separate

sign identification number, for each sign location on

the plan.

• Label photos of each sign location with its corre-

sponding sign identification number from the plan.

• Take photographs of the sign locations as straight

on and with as few obstructions as possible; include

adjacent surfaces in the photos to provide context

for each sign location.

• Include overall shots of the station to provide an

overview of the station’s layout.

Sign

Ordering Forms

12.6

Three Steps for

Ordering Signs

Static Signs

(continued)

The third step is Order Placement. Complete a sign order

form for each sign in the order and send the completed

forms, accompanied by the Site Survey photos and sign

location plan(s) to SignageBrandManagement@Amtrak.

com. Use a copy of the Master Sign Ordering form on

page 12.8 for each sign in the order.

The sign order will be reviewed by Amtrak Signage Brand

Management for accuracy and completeness, and will be

processed according to factors considered in the Signage

Assessment Consultation.

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Sign

12.7

Ordering Forms

Sample

Ordering Form

This page is not to be used for ordering

Static Signs

1. Make a copy of this form and fill in all applicable areas.

Comments

Incomplete information may delay the processing of your order.

• Proper Amtrak

2. Sign Type (check one)

Nomenclature shall

❑ A-Platform

XB-Interior

❑ C-Exterior

❑ D-Regulatory

be employed on all

signs. (See Chapter

3. Sign Type and Name (For Master Sign List refer to page 12.2-12.4)

1.0)

Sign Type: B4

Name: Overhead Directional with Preview Bar

• Graphic compo-

❑ Single-sided

X Double-sided*

nents of the Amtrak

*Sign Layout below must include a sketch for each side

Graphic Signage

System must be used

5. Mounting Conditions (For Sign Elevations refer to Chapters 4.0, 5.0, 6.0 and 7.0)

consistently in signs.

❑ Wall mounted

❑ Flag mounted w/pole

❑ Flag mounted w/out pole

(See Chapter 2.0)

❑ Freestanding/Post and Panel

❑ Suspended ❑ Sign Insert

• This form is not to

6. Installation

be used for ordering

❑ Sign Contractor

❑ Own Forces

E Sign Types.

Quantity

(See Chapter 8.0)

X 1

❑ 2

❑ 3

❑ 4

❑ Other (

)

• It is important to

establish station

Sign Layout Area (For Sign Overview refer to Chapters 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0)

wayfinding and

Use area below or additional pages to include a sketch of the sign(s) with desired

decision-making

message layout and graphic components. A written description of

points before

the sign(s) needed may also be included (i.e., Men’s Wall Mounted Restroom Sign).

ordering signs.

Symbols must be referred to by numbers (see Chapter 2.0). Pages from this manual

(See Chapter 9.0)

may be copied to illustrate the desired sign components.

• For Master Sign List

refer to pages 12.2-

12.4.

• Orders will not be

processed unless

accompanied with

Site Survey materi-

als, including photos

of each desired sign

location as well as

Overhead Directional with Preview Bar to include

sketches/drawings of

the following symbols:

station plan showing

#9 Tickets & Baggage Check-in

locations of all signs.

#12

Information

#26

Telephone(s)

#36

Restrooms

#21

Buses & Taxis

Amtrak Thruway Bus

Attach Site Survey photos and site plan sketch/drawing showing sign loca-

tions. Orders cannot be processed without this information.

Sign

Name:

Ordering Forms

12.8

Address:

Master Ordering

Form

Phone:

Fax:

E-mail:

Date of Order:

Date Needed:

Static Signs

Comments

1. Make a copy of this form and fill in all applicable areas.

Incomplete information may delay the processing of your order.

A separate form is required

for each sign layout and

2. Sign Type (check one)

mounting.

❑ A-Platform

❑ B-Interior

❑ C-Exterior

❑ D-Regulatory

For convenience, sign

3. Sign Type and Name (For Master Sign List refer to page 12.2-12.3)

orders may be placed via

Sign Type:

Name:

e-mail or fax.

❑ Single-sided

❑ Double-sided*

• When ordering dou-

*Sign Layout below must include a sketch for each side

ble-sided signs include

5. Mounting Conditions (For Sign Elevations refer to Chapters 4.0, 5.0, 6.0 and 7.0)

drawings of each

❑ Wall mounted

❑ Flag mounted w/pole

❑ Flag mounted w/out pole

side as it would be

❑ Freestanding/Post and Panel

❑ Suspended ❑ Sign Insert

viewed by customers.

Distinguish sides by

6. Installation

labeling them “A” or

❑ Sign contractor

❑ Own Forces

“B” on all drawings

7. Quantity

including location

❑ 1

❑ 2

❑ 3

❑ 4

❑ Other (

)

plans.

8. Sign Layout Area (For Sign Overview refer to Chapters 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0)

• Include Site Survey

Use area below or additional pages to include a sketch of the sign(s) with desired

information, including

message layout and graphic components. A written description of the sign(s) needed

photos of each desired

may also be included (i.e., Men’s Wall Mounted Restroom Sign). Symbols must be

sign location as well

referred to by numbers (see Chapter 2.0). Pages from this manual may be copied to

as sketches/drawings

illustrate the desired sign components.

of station plan show-

ing locations of all

signs with the order

forms. Orders may be

delayed if information

is missing.

9. Attach Site Survey photos and site plan sketch/drawing showing sign loca-

tions. Orders cannot be processed without this information.

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Sign

12.9

Ordering Forms

Ordering

Electronic Signs

Chapter 8.0 provides

Next Agent

Model 1525

ACL Equipment

limited product infor-

Available System

Semi-automatic Beacon

Corporation

mation on the E1 and

E1 Sign Type

for use in stations with

Post Office Box 620

E9 electronic signs; the

less than four (4) ticket-

Tell-R-Lite System

Livingston, NJ

07039

model numbers and

ing positions.

Phone: 1-973-740-9800

manufacturers indi-

Model 1725

Fax: 1-973-535-6005

cated are for reference

Semi-automatic Beacon

E-mail:

only. Substitutions

with ticket agent posi-

sales@aclequipment.com

that meet this speci-

tion for use in stations

fication for E1 and E9

with five (5) or more tick-

signs may be submit-

eting positions.

ted for review.

PIDS (Passenger

Amtrak is directing a

Contact SignageBrand

Information Display

national roll-out of its

Management@Amtrak.

System)

completely updated

com for information on

E2 Sign Type

PIDS units. Since this is a

PIDS.

E3 Sign Type

nationally coordinated

E4 Sign Type

effort, PIDS units listed

E5 Sign Type

to the left cannot be

E6 Sign Type

ordered for individual

E7 Sign Type

stations.

E8 Sign Type

Interior Clocks

Semi-Flush Design

Electric Time

E9 Sign Type*

Style 52918

Company, Inc.

Interior Clocks

Surface Design

97 West Street

E9 Sign Type**

Style 50918

Medfield, MA 02052

Phone: 1-508-359-4396

Double Dial

Fax: 1-508-359-4482

Style 53918

E-mail:

*Face A, Hands AS

sales@electrictime.com

For Historic Stations

**Face L, Hands LS

General Design

(Specify Frutiger 55

Roman typeface for the

12, 3, 6, and 9 o’clock

positions)

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