Haptix, a brand of CMT Group, combines accessibility expertise with a strong foundation in civil construction to deliver high-quality safety solutions nationwide.
Creating accessible, safe and functional public spaces often involves more than a single product. From tactile ground surface indicators and Braille signage to bike racks, bollards and skate deterrents, getting the right products from the right suppliers can make a project significantly easier.
That’s why Haptix has expanded its product range, making it easier for architects, contractors, developers, councils and property owners to source a wider range of accessibility and asset protection products — with supply and installation available nationwide.
Haptix has traditionally specialised in tactile ground surface indicators (TGSIs), supplying and installing tactile products across New Zealand.
Our expanded range now includes products designed to support accessibility, wayfinding, asset protection and the functionality of public spaces.
Our new range of Braille signage has been designed for everyday public environments, helping provide accessible information for people who are blind or have low vision.
The initial range includes 15 standard signs covering common facilities such as:
Signs are available in English or bilingual Te Reo Māori and English, with options including stainless steel construction, raised Braille, embossed lettering and tactile imagery.
Available sizes include portrait, square, circular and landscape formats, providing options for different environments and installation requirements.
The signage has been developed with reference to Blind Low Vision NZ guidelines, helping make accessible wayfinding a consideration from the early stages of a project.
Our expanded range of bike racks provides practical bicycle parking solutions for a wide variety of environments.
Options include wall-mounted and space-saving designs, making them suitable for:
Bike rack configurations are available for 1 to 10 bikes, with models including dynamic, surface-mount and wall-mount options.
Depending on the application, products are available in stainless steel, galvanised steel and powder-coated finishes.
Bollards provide a simple and effective way to help protect buildings, infrastructure and pedestrian areas from unwanted vehicle access.
Haptix now offers a range of surface-mounted bollards in stainless steel, galvanised steel and powder-coated finishes.
A variety of sizes are available, including options ranging from approximately 115mm diameter x 1100mm high through to 220mm diameter x 1200mm high.
With straightforward surface-mount installation, these bollards can be incorporated into a range of commercial, public and infrastructure projects.
We have also expanded our range of skate deterrents, adding four new profiles in stainless steel and brass.
Skate deterrents can be used to help protect vulnerable edges, ledges and architectural features from damage while integrating into the overall design of the space.
The expanded range gives designers and contractors more options when selecting a finish and profile suited to the application.
Tactile ground surface indicators remain a core part of what Haptix does.
Our range includes tactile products suitable for different applications and substrates, including concrete, asphalt and timber.
Products include aluminium, stainless steel and polyurethane options, with different colours and finishes available depending on the requirements of the project.
Polyurethane tactiles, for example, provide a durable and cost-effective option that is particularly suited to public spaces.
We can also assist with luminance contrast testing, helping determine whether tactile products provide the required visual contrast against their surrounding surface.
The biggest benefit of the expanded Haptix range is simple: you can source more of the products required for accessibility and asset protection from one supplier.
Rather than coordinating multiple suppliers and installers for different elements of a project, Haptix can supply and install a broader range of products nationwide.
That can mean tactile indicators, Braille signage, bike racks, bollards and skate deterrents can be considered together as part of the same project.
For contractors, developers, councils, architects and property managers, this can simplify procurement and installation while providing a more consistent approach across the project.
Haptix works with projects across New Zealand, supplying and installing accessibility and asset protection products for commercial, residential, education, infrastructure and public environments.
Whether you need tactile indicators for a new development, Braille signage for an accessible facility, bike racks for a public space, bollards for asset protection or skate deterrents for architectural features, our expanded range provides more options through one supplier.
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As the population of Aotearoa ages, the need to create safer, more accessible, and thoughtfully designed aged care environments has never been greater. Among the essential, yet often overlooked, features that support wellbeing in these spaces are Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI’s). Subtle in appearance but powerful in function, tactiles play a vital role in helping residents navigate safely, maintain independence, and move through their surroundings with dignity.
With age comes a natural decline in mobility, stability, and vision. In aged care environments, where slips, trips and missed steps can have serious consequences, safety must be embedded into the very fabric of the built environment. Tactile indicators act as an intuitive, physical warning system, guiding residents toward safe pathways and alerting them to potential hazards before they encounter them.
Age-related conditions such as macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma can dramatically reduce visual perception, leaving many residents more reliant on non-visual cues. Tactile indicators are specifically designed for this purpose, offering a textured surface underfoot to signal changes in environment, such as approaching stairs, ramps, or crossings, where a visual cue alone may not be enough.
Raised dots and bars deliver clear, physical feedback through the feet, a mobility aid or cane, allowing users to instinctively detect and respond to potential hazards. Guide dogs too are trained to recognise and respond to these signals, further supporting those navigating their environment with limited sight.
More than a compliance measure, tactile indicators are an investment in care, dignity, and independence. Installed in accordance with national accessibility standards, their strategic placement ensures consistent, reliable guidance for all users, whether at the top and bottom of stairs, in front of ramps, or at entries to potentially hazardous areas.
While tactility provides essential physical feedback, visual contrast remains equally important for those with partial sight. In aged care settings, where lighting can vary and vision may fluctuate, selecting tactile products with a strong luminance contrast against surrounding surfaces ensures they remain visible and effective.
At Haptix, we offer on-site contrast testing using our specialist Colorluminator technology, giving facility managers and designers absolute confidence in their material selections and compliance with accessibility standards.
The addition of tactile indicators within aged care environments is a small, unobtrusive intervention that carries substantial benefits. They reduce fall risks, restore confidence, and allow residents to move more freely and safely through the spaces they call home.
For designers, architects, and facility managers, incorporating tactile indicators into both new projects and refurbishments is not simply about regulatory obligation, it’s about creating environments where people feel cared for, supported, and empowered to live with independence.
Haptix is proud to partner with Blind Low Vision NZ in advocating for greater accessibility across Aotearoa. Together, we work to shape safer, more inclusive spaces for all.
To find out more about specifying or retrofitting tactiles in your aged care facility, connect with our team today.
