It’s Doncaster time!
The next FIM Expo event will take place at Doncaster Racecourse, on 4th October. FIM Expo features many of the UK's leading fire detection and alarm manufacturers and showcases the latest products and developments in the sector. So, of course Everlux couldn’t miss it!
Please accept our invitation and come by our stand todiscuss with our team any safety signage requirements you mayhave and totake an Everlux catalogue away with you. By visiting us, you’ll also have the chance to see by yourself some of Everlux products, namely:
- Safety Way Guidance System (SWGS);
- High luminance evacuation route and firefighting equipment signs;
- Low Location Lighting (LLL);
- Emergency Escape & Alarm Zone Plans;
- Excellence by Everlux safety signs.
What makes FIM Expo different to many other trade exhibitions is the informal format, regional focus and ability to see the latest from all the major fire detection manufacturers in one place. It also includes complimentary seminars covering a key topic affecting the FD&A world. The Doncaster edition will present two, free, CPD accredited seminars:
· 11:00am BS 5839-1:2017 what's changed?
· 2:00pm BS 5839-1:2017 what's changed?
The Expo is open from 9:30am-3:30pm with complimentary refreshments provided throughout the day and a finger buffet lunch.
Ready to join us? You can register for FIM Expo Doncaster here.
See you in Doncaster!
Please accept our invitation and join us at stand A270! Our team will be there, ready to say hello and eager to discuss what Everlux photoluminescent safety signage systems can offer to the market.
Here are some examples of the safety products and solutions that you’ll be able to see for yourself at the Everlux stand:
• Safety Way Guidance System (SWGS) as per BS ISO 16069So, set the date in your calendar: FIREX 2018 will be held at the ExCel in London, from June 19th to 21st. You can register here
• Everlux LLL - Low Location Level signage
• Excellence by Everlux – safety signage for luxurious and prestigious environments
• Everlux Maritime – safety signs for the maritime market
And, since we are talking about photolumisncent safety signage solutions…why not visit our stand and experience a Safe Evacuation in our tunnel!
See you in London!
It is widely understood that under the Regulatory Reform (Fire) Safety Order 2005 manual fire alarm call points are required to be indicated by a sign and that BS ISO 16069: 2017 Graphical Symbols – Safety Signs – Safety Way Guidance Systems (SWGS) recommends that they are positioned at the "high” location (1.8 – 2.2m). However, the recent amendment to BS 5839-1:2017 now requires in section 35.2.2 Recommendations for siting and selection of manual call points that:
The following recommendations are applicable:
- This
part of BS 5839 recommends manual call points should be fitted with
protective covers (see 20.2b). While that recommendation is not
retrospective, in existing systems in which there is frequent unwanted
operation of manual call points, protective covers should be fitted.
- Manual call points should not be sited where they are likely to be exposed to accidental damage (e.g. by normal operations in the building, trolleys or forklift trucks). Where compliance with 20.2 makes such siting essential, suitable guards should be provided to prevent impact on the manual call points.
Examples include manual call points located adjacent to fire exits from sports halls and gymnasia in which ball sports are played. Protective covers may be provided for this purpose.
As such, it is advisable to consider the appropriate safety signage to reflect the new requirement for protective covers to be fitted to manual fire alarm call points. Everlux have developed a new range of photoluminescent safety signs to meet these requirements.
Supplementary signs can be added to existing call point location signs.
Take note on your calendar: Your opportunity to discover the latest in Security, Safety and Fire Protection, all in one platform, will take place in Dubai, from January 21st to the 23rd!
We are obviously talking about Intersec, a show for all trade professionals from these industries, looking for products to enhance their business.
Here at Everlux we are very excited about returning to this show once again and meet our business partners, for presenting them what we have been working on for the past few months.
Please accept our invitation and join us at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. At the Everlux stand you’ll be able to find our extensive range of photoluminescent safety signs and systems, including:
- Photoluminescent EXIT Signs (UL Listed)
- Safety Way Guidance System (SWGS)
- Photoluminescent Safety Signs for Tunnels (Everlux AL)
- Escape and Alarm Zone Plans
- Excellence by Everlux product range, with new base materials and accessories
- Four-Sided Assembly Point Sign
- Safety signs for the maritime market and…
- … the Everlux Iconic Dark Tunnel!
Register now free of charge and be sure to visit the Everlux team on Stand 4-H12.
We sincerely hope to see you there!
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The Photoluminescent Safety Products Association is a Trade Association representing the voice of companies worldwide who promote the use of Photoluminescent materials (incorporated into paint, plastic and printed products). These absorb UV energy, then store and re-emit it in the form of visible light for many safety applications. The great benefit of Photoluminescent (PL) systems is that in the event of a total power failure they provide sufficient light to give directional indications on an escape route.
It’s not news to any of us that the fire industry is constantly evolving. Here at Everlux we have always strived to present our customers with new and innovative solutions that offer practical signage solutions to meet all potential requirements whilst ensuring that they comply with all relevant legislation and Standards.
That’s why, for the past few months we have been listening to you, our customers, telling us what new signage solutions and products you require and the market needs! The net result of which, we are proud to say, has resulted in a new edition of the Everlux catalogue!
The new Everlux catalogue and product range has
been greatly enhanced with many new products including:
And since there’s nothing better than to see these things with your own eyes check we invite you to access our the new Everlux catalogue here.
As always, the Everlux customer support team will be happy to answer any queries you may have and we would encourage you to contact us should you have any questions or you would like to ensure early delivery of your personal copy of the new catalogue!