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Why Contractors Should Install Photoluminscent Exit Signs?


As a contractor it’s your responsibility to install code-compliant photoluminescent exit signs in their project. Emergency exit signs are important because they provide a clear and safe way to evacuate people from the facility at the time of a crisis or disaster. Maintaining and installing exit signs in the facility is essential for contractors and mandatory as per the legislation.  And, when it comes to exit signs, photoluminescent Exit Signs always come in the forefront. The exit signs clearly mark the evacuation route and meet the requirements of standards for both existing and new buildings. But, we talk about the benefits of exit signs it is essential to note how exit signs operate in general. There are there parts of an exit signs:

Exit access:  This portion leads to the exit.

Exit: Contractors have to separate the exit from other areas to provide a safe way of travel.

Exit discharge:  It leads directly to the street, walkway or refuge area with access to the outside.
Now, coming to the question why contractors should install photoluminescent exit signs in their project. Here are some advantages of photoluminescent exit signs contractor must know about.

Reliability: photoluminescent exit signs are reliable and come to the rescue at the time of power failure.  They absorb light which is emitted from light sources like LED, halogen and incandescent. Contractors prefer to install emergency photoluminescent lighting in high level applications like hotels, workplace and schools.

Reduces operational cost: Unlike conventional exit signs, photoluminescent exit signs don’t operate on electricity.  Contractors can install them in the existing facility to reduce electricity bills and operation cost of the building.

Maintenance free: Code compliant accessibility solutions provider recommends the use of photoluminescent exit signs as they are low on maintenance. As they need little maintenance, contractors can focus on other key areas of operations.

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