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Recessed Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Stair, 8″ Red (Chicago Approved)

Recessed Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Stair, 8″ Red (Chicago Approved)

This guide explains how to specify, install, and pass inspection with a Recessed Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Stair, 8" Red Letters for Chicago-code projects. It’s written for contractors, architects, and...

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Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Stair, Aluminum, 8" Red

Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Stair, Aluminum, 8" Red

This long-form resource explains what an Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Stair, Aluminum, 8" Red is, where it fits best in Chicago-code projects, how to install it cleanly, and the exact...

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Economy Edge-Lit LED Exit Sign – Red or Green

Economy Edge-Lit LED Exit Sign – Red or Green

This modern, budget-friendly edge-lit LED exit sign uses a crystal-clear acrylic panel to “float” a red or green EXIT legend for a clean architectural look. Despite the slim profile, it’s...

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Self-testing exit signs playbook

Self-Testing Exit Signs: Complete Buyer Playbook

This resource explains how self-testing (self-diagnostic) exit signs work, the tests they perform, what inspectors look for, and how to pick and document the right units for your building. Written...

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Wireless exit signs guide

Wireless Exit Signs: The Complete Buyer’s & Code Compliance Guide

This guide explains what “wireless” exit signs really are, when each type passes code, and how to implement them with fewer headaches and lower lifetime cost. Written in plain English...

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Tritium Compliance Handbook: Facts, Safety, and Proper Disposal

Tritium Compliance Handbook: Facts, Safety, and Proper Disposal

This long-form resource explains what tritium is, where tritium exit signs are used, how to manage them safely, and the exact steps to recycle them legally. Written in plain English...

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Wet vs Damp Location Exit Signs

Wet Location vs. Damp Location Exit Signs — What’s the Difference?

Commercial building managers often ask which exit sign rating they need when moisture is involved. This guide explains exactly when to choose a wet location model versus a damp location...

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Edge-Lit vs Thermoplastic vs Steel Exit Signs: which to choose by space, budget, and code

Edge-Lit vs Thermoplastic vs Steel Exit Signs: which to choose by space, budget, and code

Shop Edge-Lit Exit Signs Building owners ask us this every week. Here’s a friendly, plain-English guide that shows where each type shines, what it really costs, and how to keep...

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Facility manager in safety gear compares green and red EXIT signs in an industrial hallway.

No-Wiring Retrofits: How Facilities Cut Install Time with Self-Luminous Signs

A practical guide for facility managers across healthcare, education, retail, industrial, and commercial buildings. Contents What Are Self-Luminous (Non-Electrical) Exit Signs? Why “No-Wiring” Matters: Faster Installs, Less Disruption Cost &...

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Outdoor LED Lighting For Beginners

What Is Outdoor LED Lighting? A Beginner's Guide

Outdoor LED lighting refers to any lighting system installed outside that uses energy-efficient Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) to illuminate landscapes, buildings, pathways, or large public areas. From home driveways to industrial...

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Fire Inspector answering - Do Exit Signs need battery backup?

Do Exit Signs Need Battery Backup?

Exit signs play a critical role in helping people evacuate safely during emergencies. But a common question from building owners, electricians, and facility managers is: Do exit signs need battery...

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Instructor answering - Are LED Lights Safe?

Are LED Lights Safe? Myth-Busting Health Risks

Are LED lights safe? That’s a question many businesses, homeowners, and health-conscious consumers are asking as LED technology becomes the norm. While these lights are praised for their energy efficiency...

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