LED Emergency Lighting | Reliable Safety Solutions
Why Choose LED Emergency Lighting?
LED emergency lighting is an essential safety feature for any commercial or industrial space. It ensures that pathways, exits, and critical areas remain lit during power failures, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Compared to traditional emergency lighting, LEDs offer greater energy efficiency, longer lifespan, and reduced maintenance costs.
Choosing the Right LED Emergency Lighting
Finding the perfect LED emergency lighting depends on your space, required brightness, and installation type. Here’s what to consider:
Emergency Bulkheads
- Emergency bulkhead lights are a versatile option suitable for stairwells, corridors, and exits. They provide reliable light in emergencies and are available in maintained or non-maintained versions, ensuring compliance with fire and safety standards.
Exit Signs & Emergency Wayfinding
Clearly marked exit routes are crucial for evacuation safety. LED exit signs offer bright, energy-efficient light with options for standard, maintained, and self-test functionalities.
Twin Spot Emergency Lights
For larger spaces such as warehouses, factories, and open-plan offices, twin spot emergency lights provide powerful light output, ensuring visibility in key areas during an outage. Their robust design makes them ideal for high-ceiling environments.
Additional Features
Many LED emergency lighting solutions come with extra features to enhance safety and convenience. Self-test functionality allows for automatic system checks, reducing manual maintenance efforts. Some models include dimmable options or adjustable brightness for better adaptability to different environments. Battery backup ensures illumination for at least three hours during a power failure.
In addition to bulkheads, exit signs, and twin spots, we also offer a range of emergency downlights, recessed fittings, and weatherproof options for various commercial and industrial applications. Explore our full selection to find the best solution for your space.
Installation & Maintenance
Proper installation of LED emergency lighting is critical for safety. Most units are easy to install with surface-mounted or recessed options. Regular testing and maintenance ensure they function correctly in emergencies. Many models include self-test features, reducing manual checks.
FAQ
Maintained emergency lights remain on continuously and function as part of the general lighting system but switch to battery power during a power failure. They are commonly used in areas like stairwells, hallways, and public spaces where lighting is always required. Non-maintained emergency lights, on the other hand, remain off during normal operation and only activate in the event of a power outage. These are typically used in workplaces, warehouses, and office spaces where emergency lighting is only needed during an evacuation. Some models also feature switchable functionality, allowing them to be used in either mode.
LED emergency lighting is designed for long-term reliability, with most units having a lifespan of over 50,000 hours. The built-in battery backup systems provide light for a minimum of three hours during a power failure, ensuring people can safely exit the building. The longevity of the battery depends on the frequency of testing and maintenance, but most emergency lighting batteries last between 3 to 5 years before requiring replacement. High-quality LED models also consume less power, reducing wear and extending operational life compared to traditional fluorescent emergency lights.
Yes, UK safety regulations, including the BS 5266-1 standard, require emergency lighting in commercial, public, and industrial buildings to ensure safe evacuation in case of power failure. The law mandates that emergency lighting must be installed in corridors, stairwells, exits, and high-risk task areas where power loss could create dangerous conditions. Additionally, regular testing and maintenance must be carried out to ensure compliance. Businesses and property owners are responsible for keeping their emergency lighting systems operational and meeting the necessary safety standards. Always check with local regulatory bodies for specific requirements for your premises.
Emergency lighting should be tested regularly to ensure it functions correctly in an emergency. A monthly functional test should be performed, where each light is briefly switched to battery mode to confirm it activates properly. A full-duration test should be carried out annually, where the lights are left running on battery power for the required three-hour minimum. If any lights fail these tests, they must be repaired or replaced immediately. Many modern LED emergency lights feature self-test functions, which automatically monitor performance and alert users to any issues, making compliance easier.