INDIANAPOLIS -- Von Duprin now offers touchpads embossed with the message "Caution Stairwell" in braille and raised letters, to provide additional assistance for individuals with impaired vision.

The new feature was developed in answer to requests from architects and building owners, to serve the special needs of persons with visual disabilities in schools, stores and other commercial facilities. It is available as a standard option on Von Duprin stainless steel pushpad Series 33, 35, 98 and 99 exit devices. The message is embossed in braille, as well as in raised 1/2 inch high letters below. All characters are embossed to a standard 3/32 inch height.

Additional information on the new pushpad exit devices with braille message, as well as the entire line of Von Duprin exit and security devices, may be obtained from Von Duprin, Inc., P.O. Box 6023, Indianapolis, IN 46206. Telephone (317)897 9944. FAX 1 800 999 0328.

Von Duprin, Inc., part of worldwide Ingersoll Rand, is the leading manufacturer of door exit devices. The firm is also a major supplier of electrical security products and systems, including restricted access control systems, card reader and keypad access systems, electromagnetic locks, electric strikes and related hardware used in schools, hotels, municipal buildings, stores and other commercial or public building construction.