Don’t just mark exits,  light the path

Exit signs show the direction; emergency lights make the route survivable. In smoke, dust, or low visibility, the correct beam, wattage, and mounting height prevent hesitation and crowding at pinch points. This field guide helps you choose 30 W vs 60 W, manage beam overlap, define backup duration, and plan an upkeep schedule your team will actually follow.

Pair with route markers: Flameproof LED Exit Signage.

Choose wattage by mounting height & area

1. 30 W: Lower mounts (2.5–3 m), smaller rooms, local task lighting near panels.
   
   
2. 60 W: Higher mounts (3.5–5 m) or wider bays and corridors.
   Pick a wattage that lets beams overlap by ~20–30% at the floor; this removes “dark islands” that cause stalls during evacuation.
   
   

Beam shape & glare control

A slightly wide beam is better for corridors; a medium beam suits open bays. Avoid mounting directly in people’s faces at head height. Angle fixtures to spread light down the path, not at the opposite wall.

Backup duration: base it on drills, not guesses

Choose a battery duration aligned to your evacuation time + margin. If your longest route takes 15 minutes in drills, select a backup comfortably beyond that, then test on schedule.

Where to place fittings first

1. Decision points: turns, stair entries, doors.
   
   
2. Changes of level: ramps/stairs need higher visibility.
   
   
3. Task-critical spots: panels where someone must shut a valve or press an E-stop.
   
   
4. Bottlenecks: doorways that need extra illumination to keep people moving.
   
   

Simple layout process

1. Walk the real route teams use.
   
   
2. Mark shadows where racks, tanks, or mezzanines create dark patches.
   
   
3. Place lights for even overlap and keep them out of forklift strike paths.
   
   
4. Use guards where impact risk is high.
   
   
5. Keep an as-built lighting map with device IDs and angles.
   
   

Maintenance that keeps the lights dependable

1. Monthly: Quick function test; wipe lenses.
   
   
2. Quarterly: Torque check on brackets and glands; extended discharge test as per your drill cadence.
   
   
3. Annually: Battery health review; replace proactively based on cycle data.
   
   

Integrate with exit signage & alarms

Visible egress combines:

1. Route light (this product)
   
   
2. Direction markers (Flameproof LED Exit Signage)
   
   
3. Attention cues (e.g., Hooter with Jumbo Flasher) near noisy or complex areas.
   
   

FAQs

Q1. 30 W vs 60 W,  which is more energy efficient?
Both are efficient LEDs; choose based on height and area to avoid over- or under-lighting.

Q2. How close should fixtures be?
Close enough that beams overlap by ~20–30% on the floor.

Q3. Can I use the same fitting for indoor and outdoor?
Yes, if the housing and hardware are suitable. Keep optics clean; outdoor dust films reduce output.

Q4. How do I test without disrupting work?
Schedule short monthly tests at shift change; run one full discharge each quarter.

Send us a basic plan (even a photo with notes). We’ll suggest counts, wattages, mounting heights, and beam angles for an even, safe path. Start here: Flameproof LED Emergency Light (30W/60W) and Flameproof LED Exit Signage.