by Rebecca Walker — March 17, 2010—Jessup Manufacturing Company has introduced a Glo Brite Eco Exit PM100 sign that is approved for outdoor and wet applications, as well as being suitable for floor proximity installation.
The Eco Exit PM100 sign gives architects, contractors and building owners a new zero energy, zero maintenance solution for outdoor spaces or wet conditions, such as outdoor corridors or packing plants. The sign is visible for 100 feet, making it ideal for warehouses, manufacturing plants and big box retailers.
The signs use the latest photoluminescent technology to absorb and store ambient light. During an emergency blackout or smoky conditions, the stored energy lights the sign, reducing the risk of panic or injury during an emergency evacuation.
Among the advantages for architects are choices for single- or double-sided signs with multiple mounting options. The Glo Brite Eco Exit PM100 signs are LEED points qualified, and reduce cooling and emergency generator loads.
Installation costs for contactors are reduced because no electrical wiring or battery backup is needed, and there are standard bracket options for easy mounting, notes the company.
The signs do not use any electrical energy or require bulb or battery replacement, reducing ongoing operating costs for building owners. Plus, the signs are movable if egress paths change, and they are non-toxic, so there are no disposal issues common with tritium signs that utilize radioactive materials.
For more information, see the Jessup Web site.
