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Emergency Lighting: Codes, Testing, and Selection
UL 924 made simple—where emergency lights are required, how to test them, and how to choose the right unit for your space. Last updated: October 2025 Emergency Lights Table of...
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Battery Backup Emergency Lighting Buyers Guide
Battery backup emergency lighting keeps people safe when the power goes out. These UL 924–listed LED fixtures switch to their internal batteries instantly and provide at least 90 minutes of...
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Self-Testing vs Manual ROI — Exit Signs & Emergency Lights
Self-testing vs manual testing: estimate labor hours, annual cost, and payback when you switch emergency lights from clipboard rounds to self-diagnostic models. This calculator uses your numbers (units, labor rate,...
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Exit Sign Placement Wizard – Count & Layout Guide
Plan exit-sign coverage the easy way. This guide pairs a practical, plain-English walkthrough with a drop-in tool that estimates how many signs you’ll need and where they should go. If...
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Exit Sign & Emergency Light Battery Runtime & Load Calculator
This long-form resource helps facility managers and electricians calculate battery runtime and load sizing for exit signs and emergency lights—so you can pass UL 924 and avoid surprises on annual 90-minute...
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Exit Sign Type Picker + ROI Calculator (LED vs Photoluminescent vs Tritium)
This resource helps facility managers pick the right exit sign technology—LED, Photoluminescent, or Tritium—and quantify ROI for new installs and retrofits. Written in plain English for Facilities and EHS teams....
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Architectural Die-Cast Aluminum Emergency Lights Guide
Which housing makes sense for your project? Compare durability, appearance, abuse resistance, heat performance, and upkeep to select the right emergency light for each space. Architectural Emergency Lights Emergency Lighting...
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How to Size Wall Pack Lights (HID→LED Replacement Chart)
This resource explains commercial wall pack lights—specifically how to size them correctly using an HID→LED replacement table, how cutoff styles affect distribution and glare, which specs to prioritize (lumens, efficacy,...
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Red vs Green Photoluminescent Exit Signs: Which Color Should You Choose?
This long-form resource compares red vs green for Photoluminescent Exit Signs so you can choose the right color for your building. It explains how photoluminescent signs glow, how human vision...
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Best Battery-Backup Exit Signs for 2025 (By Building Type)
Not every facility has the same needs. Which exit sign styles make sense for your facility type? This buyer’s guide helps you choose the right battery-backup exit signs for 2025...
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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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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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