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Emergency Lighting Systems Buying Guide

Emergency lighting systems are crucial for ensuring safety during power outages or fire incidents. Complying with fire regulations is imperative to guarantee effective evacuation procedures. These systems, designed with resilience and reliability, illuminate escape routes, exit signs, and critical areas in emergencies. Adherence to fire codes and standards is essential to guarantee the proper installation, testing, and maintenance of these systems, contributing significantly to overall building safety.

Get to know the types of emergency lighting

Bulkhead Emergency Exit Light

These are mounted on walls or ceilings, providing illumination during emergencies like power outages or fires. Featuring durable, weatherproof designs, they ensure reliability in harsh conditions. Bright LEDs or fluorescent bulbs offer clear visibility, guiding occupants to exits. Equipped with backup batteries, they remain operational during power failures. Some models offer self-testing for maintenance ease.

Blade Emergency Exit Light

Blade emergency exit lights are compact, sleek fixtures designed for optimal safety in emergencies. With their slim profile and versatile mounting options, they blend seamlessly into any environment. These lights provide reliable illumination during power outages or evacuations, ensuring clear pathways to exits. Equipped with long-lasting LEDs, they offer energy efficiency and durability for peace of mind in any situation.

Suspended Emergency Exit Light

Suspended emergency exit lights are designed to provide illumination and guidance during evacuations in case of emergencies such as power outages or fires. These lights are typically mounted from the ceiling and are equipped with battery backup systems to ensure continuous operation even if the power fails. They often feature bright LED bulbs and are designed to be easily visible from a distance, helping occupants locate exits quickly and safely.

Combo Bulkhead Emergency Light

The multi-purpose large combination bulkhead light and exit sign is a versatile lighting fixture designed for various applications. It serves as both a bright bulkhead light and an exit sign, making it suitable for emergency lighting situations. With its durable construction and weatherproof design, it can be used indoors or outdoors. The exit sign functionality provides clear direction in case of evacuation, enhancing safety measures.

Surface Mount Emergency Light

Surface mount emergency lights are compact fixtures designed to provide illumination during power outages or emergencies. They are typically installed on walls or ceilings for easy access. These lights use LED technology for energy efficiency and long-lasting performance. They often feature battery backup systems to ensure operation during power failures. Some models may include adjustable brightness levels or motion sensors for added functionality.

Recessed Emergency Light

Recessed emergency lights are fixtures installed flush with ceilings or walls, providing discreet yet effective illumination during power outages or emergencies. These lights typically feature bright LED bulbs and durable housing for long-lasting performance. They are often equipped with battery backup systems to ensure continuous operation even when power is lost.

Twin Spotlight Emergency Light

These lights typically feature two adjustable spotlights that can be directed independently to illuminate specific areas. They are often equipped with rechargeable batteries for portability and can be mounted on walls, ceilings, or vehicles. Twin spotlight emergency lights are commonly used by emergency responders, security personnel, and homeowners for increased visibility during power outages or emergencies.

Bulkhead Emergency Light

Bulkhead emergency lights are fixtures designed to provide illumination during power outages or emergencies. They are typically installed in commercial and industrial settings, as well as outdoor areas. These lights are durable, weather-resistant, and often feature impact-resistant housings to withstand harsh conditions. They can be wall or ceiling mounted and are equipped with battery backup systems to ensure continuous operation during emergencies.

Recessed Escape Route Light

Recessed escape route lights are designed to provide guidance and illumination along designated escape routes in case of emergencies. These lights are installed flush with the ceiling or wall, minimizing obstructions and ensuring a sleek appearance. They typically feature LED technology for energy efficiency and long-lasting performance. In the event of a power outage, they often have battery backup systems to ensure continuous operation.

Surface Mount Escape Route Light

Surface mount escape route lights are designed to provide illumination along escape routes during emergencies. These lights are typically installed on walls or ceilings and feature a low-profile design. They often incorporate LED technology for energy efficiency and long lifespan. Functionality includes automatic activation during power outages or emergencies, ensuring visibility for safe evacuation. Some models may also include battery backup for continued operation during outages.

General Applications of Emergency Lighting

Commercial buildings: Offices, shopping malls, and retail stores utilize bulkhead lights to guide customers and employees to safety during emergencies.

Industrial facilities: Warehouses, factories, and manufacturing plants employ these lights to ensure safe evacuation routes in case of fires or power failures.

Educational institutions: Schools, colleges, and universities install bulkhead lights to illuminate corridors and exits, aiding students and staff during drills or emergencies.

Healthcare facilities: Hospitals and clinics rely on these lights to maintain visibility during evacuations, ensuring patients, visitors, and staff can navigate safely.

Transportation hubs: Airports, train stations, and bus terminals use bulkhead lights to mark emergency exits and evacuation routes, enhancing passenger safety during crises.

Product Features and Specs

Regulatory Requirements for Emergency and Evacuation Lighting

The regulatory requirements for emergency lighting and escape systems in the UK and European standards framework are stringent to ensure comprehensive safety measures. In the UK, BS 5266-1 2016, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 establish guidelines for emergency lighting, covering design, installation, and ongoing maintenance. Additionally, European standards, such as EN 1838 and EN 50172, provide a broader framework for emergency lighting and escape routes across member states. Compliance involves considering factors like duration, brightness, and distribution of emergency lighting, as well as the integration of central battery systems. Adhering to these standards is essential for businesses and property owners to meet legal obligations, guarantee occupant safety, and minimize risks in the event of emergencies.

Anti-panic Lighting

Anti-panic lighting is crucial in emergencies by mitigating panic and facilitating safe evacuation. Beyond simply illuminating spaces, these lights are strategically positioned to ensure visibility of escape routes and potential obstacles, thereby guiding individuals to safety. By providing adequate lighting in areas larger than 60 m2, anti-panic lighting minimises the risk of panic attacks and enables orderly movement towards designated evacuation routes, enhancing overall safety and preparedness in emergencies.

Addressable Emergency Lighting

Addressable emergency lighting systems are advanced solutions designed to enhance safety in buildings during emergencies. These systems consist of individual lights connected to a central control panel via a network. This allows for precise control and monitoring of each light, enabling customised responses to different emergency scenarios. Addressable emergency lighting can provide automatic illumination in case of power outages, fire, or other emergencies, improving evacuation efficiency and ensuring occupant safety.

IP Rating

In the event of sprinkler activation, nearby electrical equipment, including emergency and exit lights, may be exposed to water. The IP rating becomes critical as it assesses the lights' ability to resist water ingress. A higher IP rating ensures that the lights remain functional in wet conditions, maintaining visibility to guide occupants to safety. This is particularly important for outdoor scenarios where emergency signage placement needs to withstand environmental factors such as rain or snow.

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Luminance Intensity

The luminance attribute of emergency and exit lights refers to their brightness or intensity, which is crucial for ensuring visibility in emergency situations. These lights are designed to emit high levels of luminance to effectively guide people to safety during power outages, fires, or other emergencies. Luminance levels must meet safety regulations to ensure that the lights are visible even in smoke-filled environments or during daylight hours.

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Need Help With Emergency Lighting Installation?

For emergency lighting installation projects, various forms of assistance are available. Professionals can conduct site surveys to assess the layout and identify optimal placement for emergency lights. Installation services ensure that the lights are properly positioned and wired for functionality. Commissioning involves testing and verifying that the emergency lighting system meets regulatory standards and is fully operational for use in emergencies.

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