Photoluminescent Signage: What It Is and Why You Should Use It

Photoluminescent signs are an essential solution for ensuring safety in environments that can become dark in the event of an emergency or lighting failure. This type of signage is designed to be visible in low light conditions and provide critical directions such as escape routes and emergency exits.

What is photoluminescent marking?

Photoluminescent marking is essentially a specific type of marking that has the ability to store natural or artificial light and emit it in dark conditions, allowing anyone in dimly lit (or completely dark) environments to easily find safety signs. It is used to mark escape routes, emergency equipment, and hazardous areas, and has wide applications in public buildings, industrial warehouses, and hazardous areas.

Why use photoluminescent signs?

The use of photoluminescent signs is essential in emergency situations such as fires or power outages where visibility is compromised. This type of signage does not require any electrical power source and operates autonomously, making it a reliable solution to ensure safety even in the absence of artificial lighting. In addition, it represents an effective preventive measure to reduce the risk of panic and to promote rapid evacuation.

Advantages of this marking

The main advantages of photoluminescent signs therefore include:

• Energy autonomy: does not require electricity,
• Continuous security: guarantees constant visibility even in the event of a power outage,

How does photoluminescent marking work?

The functioning of photoluminescent signs is based on special materials that absorb and store light (solar or artificial) during the day or in ambient lighting. When the light fails, these materials release the stored energy in the form of visible light, making the signals visible even in complete darkness. This process is automatic and cyclical, without the need for external intervention.

Types of photoluminescent signs

There are different types of photoluminescent signs, each with specific properties depending on the application:

• Photoluminescent stickers: used to mark surfaces, floors or walls with safety symbols or markings.
• Photoluminescent tapes: ideal for marking paths or safety areas, easy to use on floors or stairs
• Photoluminescent paints: can be applied to walls or surfaces to create personalized markings that are visible in the dark.
• Photoluminescent signs: the most traditional, used to signal emergency exits, assembly points and other critical indications.

Our solutions: an innovative alternative

We offer an advanced and innovative solution compared to traditional photoluminescent signs. We use low-power lamps that project symbols and signals directly onto the floor, such as pedestrian crossings and safety routes. This technology allows you to outline company routes and make symbols clearly visible not only in poorly lit environments, but also in those exposed to harsh environmental conditions such as dust or dirt, where visibility is reduced even during the day.

Compared to traditional photoluminescent signs, our solutions offer:

• Greater visibility: thanks to the use of light projections, the signs are much more visible,
• Flexibility: Our projectors allow you to adapt and relocate the signs as needed, guaranteeing a modular solution for corporate security,
• Low energy consumption: the use of LED lamps guarantees high energy efficiency, reducing consumption without compromising safety,
• Continuous brightness: unlike traditional photoluminescent signs, which reach maximum intensity between 30 and 60 minutes but which fade over time, our lamps emit a beam that is always clearly visible,
• Guaranteed safety: even in the event of a power outage, our lamps continue to function thanks to the UPS battery backup, as shown in the video below.

In conclusion, while photoluminescent signs represent a valid ally for safety in dark environments, our lighting solutions offer an excellent level of visibility and flexibility, making them ideal for companies that want to guarantee maximum safety in any situation and under any circumstances.

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