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*The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any products. For your convenience, we have compiled this information to be used as a resource. Products listed may or may not meet accessibility standards or recommendations. It is important to check design specifications of products. This list is not comprehensive. For more detailed information, please contact the NCA at (812) 856-4422 Voice, (812) 856-4421 TTY or nca@indiana.edu.

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Captioning

This picture shows a scene from the “Dukes of Hazard.” A man in a police uniform looks at a shorter and heavier man in a white suit. The picture shows captioning in black horizontal bars. The caption states “SSHH. SLIP OF YOUR LIP MAY SINK YOUR SHIP.” No picture available
Captionmax
National Captioning Institute


Exhibit Designers and Fabricators

This exhibit shows a brown otter with a white throat next to a large salmon-colored fish. There are small trees around the otter and fish. No picture available. One large and two small books are shown sitting on an animal pelt. In the background a series of video tapes is shown. Two children stand looking at an exhibit. The exhibit shows replicas of a bird in a forested area behind a see through material such as glass or plexiglass. The exhibit is contained in a large rectangular display with four wood posts that reach from floor to ceiling. The exhibit post closest to the children has five green buttons. White, full-size replicas of people are shown as though they are walking. In the foreground, a woman shelters a child with her arm while in the background a man wearing a hat walks with his hands clasped.
Color-Ad Exhibits and Signage
Condit Exhibits
Discover Wild
Exhibit Design Associates
Henley Company

This exhibit shows a man in jeans and a t-shirt holding a large green and white fish. The man appears to be standing on a rock in front of a river. This is a model of a logging town showing a wagon hauling logs, and a pipe-like structure which extends from the front of the model to the right rear where it meets up with a brown wooden square building. No picture available No picture available A large white bird sits on the pedestal on the left side of the picture. The right side of the picture shows a sign with white lettering. Note: picture is too far away to read lettering.
Interpretive Exhibits, Inc.
L.W. Milby
Pannier
The Roybal Corporation
The Sibbett Group

No picture available A mounted walrus skull shows the large, long two front teeth of the animal. Split Rock Studios: Mud Column A sign shows the head of a hippopotamus emerging from the water. The hippo head is tactile and the rest of the display has small white signs with small black lettering. Note: picture is too far away to read lettering. This exhibit is a white sign with blue lettering that states “You are part of history.” There are tactile objects mounted to the sign and more lettering. Note: picture is too far away to read lettering.
Silver Oaks Communications
Skulls Unlimited International
Split Rock Studios
Taylor Studios
Wilderness Graphics


Audio Technology

A long, rectangular wand is held against a white backdrop. The device is silver with three rows of three numbered buttons similar to the buttons on a phone. The fourth through sixth rows of buttons include directional arrows. The top area of the device has numerous small holes resembling the multiple holes for hearing and speaking into a telephone handset. A black rectangular electronic device has white lettering on the front that says “Gallery Guide.” The device has head phones and a carrying strap. An ear bud and its wire is also visible in the picture. No Picture Available No Picture Available A rectangular display shows a picture of a palm tree with other trees and the ocean in the background. The display border is a rich blue with the words “Audio Discovery Sign” written in white.
Acoustiguide
Antenna Audio
DV Services, Inc.
Erie Landmark Radio
RMA Technologies

A black, wide square box has white lettering a orange buttons and plugs. Note: The picture is too far away to read the lettering. A man with dark sunglasses on holds a white cane in his right hand and a little box in his left hand. The man points the box in his left hand at a small white wall fixture as he walks down the hallway. A long rectangular black device is pictured on a blue background. The device shows numbered buttons in rows and columns of three.
Stop and Listen
Talking Signs
Tour-Mate




  Captioning

This picture shows a scene from the “Dukes of Hazard.” A man in a police uniform looks at a shorter and heavier man in a white suit. The picture shows captioning in black horizontal bars. The caption states “SSHH. SLIP OF YOUR LIP MAY SINK YOUR SHIP.”

Captionmax, Inc.

  • Offices in Minneapolis, New York, Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles. Closed Captioning, Subtitling, Webcast Captioning, Audio Description, and much more.
  • Captionmax, Inc.
    530 N. 3rd Street, Suite 210
    Minneapolis, MN 55401
    Toll Free: (800) 822-3566
    Fax: (612) 341-2345
    www.captionmax.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

No picture available

National Captioning Institute

  • Offices in Virginia, California and New York. Captioning, subtitling, translation, described media and Internet captioning needs
  • National Captioning Institute
    1900 Gallows Road, #3000
    Vienna, VA 22182
    Phone: (703) 917-7600
    www.ncicap.org
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

  Exhibit Designers and Fabricators

This exhibit shows a brown otter with a white throat next to a large salmon-colored fish. There are small trees around the otter and fish.

Color-Ad Exhibits and Signage

  • A full service company producing a wide range of communication material from small signage to complex museum exhibits and visitor centers. Experience with wayside exhibits, Braille and tactile models.
  • Color-Ad Exhibits and Signage
    7200 Gary Road
    Manassas, VA 20109
    Toll Free: (800) 683-0383
    Fax: (703) 631-7849
    www.color-ad.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

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Condit Exhibits

  • Custom exhibit design and fabrication, modular and portable systems, in-house full service graphic design, production and assembly. Experience with Braille and tactile interpretive exhibits.
  • Condit Exhibits
    500 West Tennessee
    Denver, CO 80223
    Phone: (303) 744-7167
    Fax: (303) 698-3963
    www.condit.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

One large and two small books are shown sitting on an animal pelt. In the background a series of video tapes is shown.

Discover Wild

  • Offering professional fur sample kit and interpretive workbook for use in parks and schools. Fur pelts available. Custom fur exhibit design available.
  • Discover Wild
    739 SW 10th Avenue
    Portland, OR 97205
    Phone: (503) 226-7844
    Fax: (503) 227-7935
    No Web Site Available
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

Two children stand looking at an exhibit. The exhibit shows replicas of a bird in a forested area behind a see through material such as glass or plexiglass. The exhibit is contained in a large rectangular display with four wood posts that reach from floor to ceiling. The exhibit post closest to the children has five green buttons.

Exhibit Design Associates

  • Custom exhibit design and fabrication, modular and portable systems, sales discovery galleries, museums and visitor centers, exhibit refurbishment and reconfiguration, in-house, full-service graphic design, production and assembly and more.
  • Exhibit Design Associates
    30907 Isenberg Lane
    Evergreen, CO 80439
    Phone: (303) 674-2646
    Fax: (303) 674-7471
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

White, full-size replicas of people are shown as though they are walking. In the foreground, a woman shelters a child with her arm while in the background a man wearing a hat walks with his hands clasped.

Henley Company

  • Full-service interpretive design of exhibits and media from planning and design through production. Imaginative storytelling and ground-breaking Universal Design solutions engage a wide range of audiences. The Trail of Tears Exhibit (shown) earned 1st Place Interior Exhibit from the National Association of Interpretation.
  • Henley Company
    1262 N. Topanga Cyn. Blvd.
    Topanga, CA 90290
    Phone: (310) 455-4262
    Fax: (310) 455-2181
    www.henleycompany.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

This exhibit shows a man in jeans and a t-shirt holding a large green and white fish. The man appears to be standing on a rock in front of a river.

Interpretive Exhibits, Inc.

  • Complete in-house interpretive services, including: planning, concept development, research, writing, fabrication, wayside signage and support systems, graphic design and illustrations, large-format digital prints and screen imaging, digital audio production, voice talent, script-writing, and Digital Message Repeaters (DMRs) for an array of uses, including solar-powered audio posts.
  • Interpretive Exhibits, Inc.
    1865 Beach Avenue NE
    Salem, OR 97303
    Phone: (503) 371-9411
    Fax: (503) 371-9402
    www.interpexhibits.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

This is a model of a logging town showing a wagon hauling logs, and a pipe-like structure which extends from the front of the model to the right rear where it meets up with a brown wooden square building. L.W. Milby
  • In-house design, fabrication, and graphics equipment allow projects to be completed quickly and efficiently with the highest level of quality.
  • L.W. Milby
    1701 Dalton Drive
    New Carlisle, OH 45344
    Toll Free: (800) 596-4529
    Phone: (937) 849-9100
    Fax: (937) 849-9099
    www.lwmilby.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

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Pannier

  • Pannier is a custom sign company specializing in fiberglass embedment. The graphics are digitally printed and embedded for a durable sign perfect for outdoor/indoor high usage areas. The graphics are subsurface. Also fabricates aluminum frames that are built to the National Park Service specification. They are put into the ground at 30-34" from ground to frame for wheelchair accessibility. Braille plates can be easily fixed to the surface of the signs and audio components have been added to the entire system for total accessibility.
  • Pannier
    345 Oak Road
    Gibsonia, PA 15044-8428
    Toll Free: (800) 544-8428
    www.panniergraphics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

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The Roybal Corporation

  • Roybal's professional focus is on innovative design solutions for complex projects including; recreational, commercial, transportation, institutional, government, community, historic preservation, urban design and planning.
  • The Roybal Corporation
    7600 East Eastman Avenue
    Suite 200
    Denver, CO 80231
    Phone: (303) 671-7400
    Fax: (303) 671-9744
    www.roybalcorp.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A large white bird sits on the pedestal on the left side of the picture. The right side of the picture shows a sign with white lettering. Note: picture is too far away to read lettering.

The Sibbett Group

  • Vivid, interactive exhibits engage the senses and present a focused story. Incorporates fascinating oral histories or artifacts and hands on activities into exhibits designed to inspire exploration.
  • The Sibbett Group
    3623 Buchanan Street
    San Francisco, CA 94123
    Phone: (415) 775-3955
    Fax: (415) 777-3956
    www.sibbettgroup.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

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Silver Oaks Communications

  • Exhibitions and interpretives, retail merchandising to corporate communications, interactive media and collateral materials. From the creative concept to the finished product, projects are directed and produced by an experienced team of professionals.
  • Silver Oaks Communications
    PO Box 1224
    Moline, IL 61266
    Toll Free: (800) 842-0824
    Fax: (309) 797-9653
    www.silveroaks.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A mounted walrus skull shows the large, long two front teeth of the animal.

Skulls Unlimited International

  • Real skulls and more then 100 replica skulls & skeletons of rare or endangered species. All natural bone specimens are legally and ethically obtained. Suppliers worldwide send skulls that would otherwise be discarded or destroyed, as they are collected.
  • Skulls Unlimited International
    10313 S. Sunnylane
    Oklahoma City, OK 73160
    Toll Free: (800) 659-7585
    Toll Free Fax: (800) 676-5459
    www.skullsunlimited.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

Split Rock Studios: Mud Column

Split Rock Studios

  • A premier full-service interpretive exhibit design/build firm, formerly known as Deaton Museum Services. Specialization in creating cultural and natural history exhibits for museums, interpretive centers, aquariums, zoos, and related institutions.
  • Split Rock Studios
    2071 Gateway Boulevard
    St. Paul, MN 55112
    Phone: (651) 631-2211
    Fax: (651) 631-0707
    www.splitrockstudios.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A sign shows the head of a hippopotamus emerging from the water. The hippo head is tactile and the rest of the display has small white signs with small black lettering. Note: picture is too far away to read lettering.

Taylor Studios, Inc.

  • Taylor Studios, Inc. is a design and fabrication firm specializing in environments, dioramas, multimedia, models, murals and more. Taylor Studios consistently searches for opportunities to provide interactive, immersive, and hands-on exhibitry.
  • Taylor Studios, Inc.
    1320 Harmon Drive
    Rantoul, IL 61866
    Phone: (217) 893-4874
    Fax: (217) 893-1998
    www.taylorstudios.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

This exhibit is a white sign with blue lettering that states “You are part of history.” There are tactile objects mounted to the sign and more lettering. Note: picture is too far away to read lettering.

Wilderness Graphics

  • Planning and products to support public use, interpretation, education and nature-based tourism. Comprehensive services include planning and design, program content development, and complete production, fabrication, and installation. Experience designing accessibility into exhibits.
  • Wilderness Graphics
    P.O. Box 1635
    Tallahassee, FL 32302
    Phone: (850) 224-6414
    TTY: (850) 222-2460
    Fax: (850) 561-3943
    www.wildernessgraphics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

  Audio Technology

A long, rectangular wand is held against a white backdrop. The device is silver with three rows of three numbered buttons similar to the buttons on a phone. The fourth through sixth rows of buttons include directional arrows. The top area of the device has numerous small holes resembling the multiple holes for hearing and speaking into a telephone handset. Acoustiguide
  • More than 40 years ago, Acoustiguide invented the audio tour, and the company has remained at the leading edge of creativity and technology ever since. Acoustiguide provides audio programs for museums, heritage and historic sites, tourism attractions, zoos, aquariums and corporate clients in 22 countries around the world.
  • Acoustiguide Corp.
    330 Seventh Ave., 17th Floor
    New York, NY 10001
    Phone: (212) 279-1300
    Fax: (212) 279-8520
    www.acoustiguide.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A black rectangular electronic device has white lettering on the front that says “Gallery Guide.” The device has head phones and a carrying strap. An ear bud and its wire is also visible in the picture.

Antenna Audio

  • Antenna Audio is a worldwide production and technology company with offices in North America, Europe and Asia. Antenna Audio distributes more than 14,000,000 tours per year in museums, exhibitions and historic sites around the world. Audio technology equipment includes the Gallery Guide, X-plorer, Cassette, and Radio System.
  • Antenna Audio
    PO Box 176
    Sausalito, CA 94966
    Phone: (415) 332-4862
    www.antennaaudio.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

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DV Services, Inc.

  • DV Services, Inc.
    4707 Connecticut Avenue NW
    Suite 115
    Washington, DC 20008-5619
    Phone: (202) 537-1601
    Fax: (202) 537-1608
    www.dvservices.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

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Erie Landmark Radio

  • MR3 Audio Information Module is an enhanced version of the wayside exhibit standard. At the press of a button a pre-recorded audio message describing products, services or other information is made audible via loudspeaker to the user. One, two or three minutes of audio information may be recorded into the "tape deck" style push buttons. A built in mic is provided, or an auxiliary mic or audio source may be used to supply the audio for recording. Includes audio AGC
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  • Erie Landmark Radio
    14110 Sullyfield Circle
    Chantilly, VA 20151
    Toll Free: (800) 874-7848
    Fax: (703) 758-2574
    www.erielandmark.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A rectangular display shows a picture of a palm tree with other trees and the ocean in the background. The display border is a rich blue with the words “Audio Discovery Sign” written in white.

RMA Technologies

  • Custom display and exhibit technology. Designs and builds the electronic and mechanical components of specialized trade show, museum, or point of purchase display or exhibit. Works closely with staff to produce unique and attention getting displays using interactive electronics, lighting controls, audio players, or special mechanisms.
  • RMA Technologies
    320 Pinebush Road, Unit 5
    Cambridge, Ontario
    Canada N3C 2V3
    Toll Free: (800) 291-0235
    Phone: (519) 622-7050
    Fax: (519) 622-7051
    www.rmatechnologies.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A black, wide square box has white lettering a orange buttons and plugs. Note: The picture is too far away to read the lettering.

Stop and Listen

  • Designs and manufactures leading-edge digital audio products. Extensive product line of digital audio recorders, message repeaters, amplifiers and accessories.
  • Stop and Listen
    3928 Edmonton Trace NE
    Calgary, AB
    Canada T2E-3P6
    Toll Free: (800) 387-2365
    Phone: (403) 276-5905
    Fax: (403) 230-9243
    www.stoplisten.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A man with dark sunglasses on holds a white cane in his right hand and a little box in his left hand. The man points the box in his left hand at a small white wall fixture as he walks down the hallway.

Talking Signs

  • Talking Signs® technology is an infrared wireless communications system that provides remote directional human voice messages that make confident, independent travel possible for people with visual impairments or difficulty reading.
  • Talking Signs
    812 North Boulevard
    Baton Rouge, LA 70802
    Toll Free: (800) 339-0117
    Phone: (225) 344-2812
    Fax: (225) 344-2811
    www.talkingsigns.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A long rectangular black device is pictured on a blue background. The device shows numbered buttons in rows and columns of three.

Tour-Mate

  • At Tour-Mate, our goal is to create a memorable audio tour program that will both inform and excite your visitors. We achieve this by listening carefully to your story. With the help of one of our professional writers, your vision is transformed into an exciting script. Once scripted, your tour goes to the recording studio, where our production team carefully blends narration, music, and sound effects. The finished recording is then transferred to our SC550 Listening Wands. The end result is a sensory experience that captivates your visitor in a way they will always remember.
  • Tour-Mate Systems Ltd.
    34 Barclay Road,
    Toronto, ON, M3H 3E1
    Phone: (416) 636-5654
    Fax: (416) 633-4985
    www.tourmate.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

 

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