A Tactile Image Maker
A simple and Fast way to prepare Tactile Graphics.
Piaf is a machine that makes raised line
drawings on special paper, called
capsule or swell paper. Users can draw,
print or photocopy pictures onto the swell
paper and pass it through the Piaf. The
heat of the Piaf causes the lines to swell
and then the drawing can be read with
the fingers. It is ideal for people who are
blind and vision impaired. Piaf is being
used in a variety of educational,
employment and personal settings.
Education
In early education Piaf can be used to
In secondary and post secondary education Piaf can be used to access graphical information in nearly
all subject areas especially Math and Science.
Piaf produces high quality localized area maps for orientation and mobility training and for campus or
building maps for new students.
Employment
With Piaf, blind and vision impaired people can understand the information on a computer screen, grasp
organizational structure of the business and access sales charts. One or two tactile diagrams can save
thousands of words.
Home
Piaf can be used to make a chess board accessible, accessing pictures to know the difference between
a giraffe and a leopard, and exploring world maps to identify where countries are located.
Features
A simple and Fast way to prepare Tactile Graphics.
Piaf is a machine that makes raised line
drawings on special paper, called
capsule or swell paper. Users can draw,
print or photocopy pictures onto the swell
paper and pass it through the Piaf. The
heat of the Piaf causes the lines to swell
and then the drawing can be read with
the fingers. It is ideal for people who are
blind and vision impaired. Piaf is being
used in a variety of educational,
employment and personal settings.
Education
In early education Piaf can be used to
- Introduce simple shapes and basic concepts;
- Learn to draw and taking the first tentative steps to expressing oneself graphically;
- Learn about handwriting and signature writing.
In secondary and post secondary education Piaf can be used to access graphical information in nearly
all subject areas especially Math and Science.
Piaf produces high quality localized area maps for orientation and mobility training and for campus or
building maps for new students.
Employment
With Piaf, blind and vision impaired people can understand the information on a computer screen, grasp
organizational structure of the business and access sales charts. One or two tactile diagrams can save
thousands of words.
Home
Piaf can be used to make a chess board accessible, accessing pictures to know the difference between
a giraffe and a leopard, and exploring world maps to identify where countries are located.
Features
- Handles paper sizes up to A3 (11x7 inches).
- Fast operation.
- Audio Indication - a beep lets you know when to insert the next sheet.
- Special circuit to extend heater life.
- Energy efficient and quiet.
- Easy handling - strong, easy-grip handle and fold down paper trays.
- Comprehensive safety features.
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Second Vision, LLC
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