Building Information Modeling (BIM) objects for Architectural and
Wayfinding Signage
Nova Polymers has partnered with Arcat, a leader in BIM object development to introduce the first BIM objects for use in Architectural and Wayfinding Signage
Below you will find a variety of NovAcryl product offerings, each having a specific background or color and detailed information on how to select these colors and patterns. The information below also helps understand how to specify these materials.
Each product offering is a specific background color and/or finish and you will find information on how to select colors or patterns for each specific object.
More information on the advantages of BIM objects in building construction.
NovAcryl® - PT Series™
Interior photopolymer panel combines a clear PETG based substrate with a .032 Clear moisture resistant photopolymer layer. The PETG base is available in gauges from .020 to .375 with a non-glare finish.
Color selections for surface or subsurface coating can be selected from any PMS color chart. Nova recommends a Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane coating or equivalent that has a non-glare finish for ADA compliance.
PMS color chart
Information about Matthews Paint
NovAcryl® – ECR Series™
Interior photopolymer panel combines 3-form Varia ecoResin with a .032 Clear moisture resistant photopolymer layer.
Pattern and/or color selection is determined by the Varia ecoResin panel. You can select any Varia ecoResin pattern with at least one flat size, with gauges ranging from .0625 to .375 with a Sandstone finsh.
NovAcryl® - LP™
Interior photopolymer panel combines Formica, Pionite and Wilsonart laminates with a .032 Clear moisture resistant photopolymer layer. Laminates must be available in a matte or suede finish and manufactured by one of the three companies mentioned above. Material is manufactured in a standard .125 gauge
See below for links to manufacturers’ product offerings.
| Formica | Pionite | Wilsonart | |
| Color Groups | Design Groups | ||
| Solid Colors | Solid Colors | Amber/Orange | Particulates |
| Patterns | Wood Grain | Black/Gray | Patterns and Abstracts |
| Wood Grain | Abstract | Blue | Granites, Marbles and Stone |
| Brown | Solids | ||
| Green | Woodgrains | ||
| Neutral |  |
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| Red | |||
| Taupe | |||
| White | |||
| Yellow/Gold | |||
NovAcryl® - YA-125™
Interior photopolymer panel combines a brushed aluminum with a .032 Clear moisture resistant photopolymer layer.
Material is manufactured in a standard .017 gauge and is typically bonded to a substrate to achieve final thickness.
A non-glare clear coat can be applied to the surface to achieve ADA compliance and a brushed aluminum colored finish.
This material can also be surface painted.
Color selections can be selected from any PMS color chart. Nova recommends a Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane coating or equivalent that has a non-glare finish for ADA compliance.
PMS color chart
Information about Matthews Paint
NovAcryl® - Permaglow 150™
Interior photopolymer panel combines a .049 rigid photo luminescent substrate with a .032 Clear moisture resistant photopolymer layer. Permaglow 150™ absorbs ambient light during the day and provides photo-luminescent emergency guidance at night or in the event of a power outage, the photo-luminescent material instantly emits light without any electrical power.
NovAcryl - NovEx
Exterior grade photopolymer panel combines a brushed aluminum with a .032 Clear water-proof synthetic rubber photopolymer layer that is exterior rated immediately upon initial exposure. Material is manufactured in a standard .017 gauge and is typically bonded to a substrate to achieve final thickness.
A non-glare clear coat can be applied to the surface to achieve ADA compliance and a brushed aluminum colored finish.
This material can also be surface painted.
Color selections can be selected from any PMS color chart. Nova recommends a Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane coating or equivalent that has a non-glare finish for ADA compliance.
PMS color chart
Information about Matthews Paint
