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Hazardous Location Exit Signs
In environments with flammable gases, vapors, or dust, standard fixtures won’t cut it. Hazardous location exit signs are engineered for use in classified areas, including Class I Division 2 and Class II Division 1 spaces. These units are designed to operate safely without igniting combustible substances.
Each fixture is UL 844 and UL 924 listed, ensuring it meets both hazardous location requirements and life safety codes. With sealed aluminum housings, tamper-resistant hardware, and impact-resistant lenses, these signs are built to endure harsh industrial conditions while maintaining 90-minute emergency runtime.
Many models include battery backup for power loss protection, LED illumination for energy efficiency, and self-testing diagnostics to reduce maintenance overhead. Units are often certified for wet or marine locations as well.
Common applications include chemical plants, oil refineries, wastewater treatment facilities, and food processing plants—anywhere life safety signage must operate safely in hazardous or corrosive environments.
💡 What is a hazardous location exit sign? It’s a specially rated egress fixture designed to provide safe, visible exit guidance in explosive or combustible atmospheres, while meeting emergency lighting codes and industrial performance
standards.
Hazardous location ratings are defined by the National Electrical Code (NEC) based on the type and frequency of hazardous materials present. For environments where flammable gases or vapors may occasionally occur, Class I Division 2 exit signs are the standard. In areas with combustible dust present under normal operating conditions, such as grain silos or food processing plants, Class II Division 1 exit signs are required. For locations where dust is present only under abnormal conditions, Class II Division 2 exit signage provides the appropriate protection.
When selecting a fixture for explosion-prone environments, it’s also important to consider material construction. Die-cast aluminum emergency exit signs provide exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and longevity, making them a smart choice for hazardous locations, industrial sites, and harsh outdoor settings that demand rugged performance.
