Photoluminescent Exit Signs Information

Photoluminescent exit signs are becoming increasingly popular beacuse of they have a low maintnenace profile, no operating costs, and are exremely easy to install. Photoluminescent technology has advanced significantly in the last 15 years, allowing glow-in-the-dark exit signs to be used as a one for one replacement of electrical models. Photoluminescent exit signs simply require a small amount of light on the face of the sign to remain charged and compliant. The light output of normal lighting systems in commercial buildings such as retail stores, offices, school, and hospitals easily satisfy this requirement. When AC power to your facility is lost in the case of an emergency, our photoluminescent exit signs will glow for at least 90 minutes in complete darkness.

Photoluminescent Exit Signs are reliable and UL 924 Listed

Photoluminescent glow in the dark exit signs significantly reduce the costs that are typically associated with conventional, electrically powered exit signs. Electrical consumption costs are eliminated. Exit sign bulb costs are eliminated. Battery replacement costs are eliminated. Labor costs for maintaining the bulbs and batteries of exit signs are eliminated. Replacement exit sign costs are eliminated as photoluminescent exit signs last up to 25 years and typical electrical exit signs only last 8 to 10 years. Additionally, there are benefits, other than cost reduction, to installing photoluminescent exit signs. Since there are no batteries or bulbs to maintain, the time that is normally dedicated to such duties is freed up and can be used on other maintenance projects, increasing efficiency of your maintenance department. Photoluminescent exit signs do not rely on batteries or moving parts, so your mind can be put at easy with no reason to worry about your exit signs failing to illuminate because of bad bulbs or dead batteries during an emergency where AC power is lost.

Installs in just minutes, lasts for up to 25 years

The Exit Store's photoluminescent exit signs are UL 924 Listed for the United States and Canada, which means they are compliant and perfect for use instead of or as a replacement for electrical exit signs. The UL 924 Standard is based on regulations set forth by the IFC (International Fire Code), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), IBC (International Building Code), and ICC (International Construction Code. UL 924 is the most important certification for exit signs and The Exit Store's photoluminescent exit signs are UL Listed for both the US and Canada. For new construction applicaitons, photoluminescent exit signs eliminate the need to run electrical conduit for exit signs and eliminate the cost for time and labor of that process. Electrical exit signs increase the efficiency of a building's maintenance profile by reducing operating costs and expanding product lifespan. From a retrofit standpoint, photoluminescent exit signs are a simple and quick solution for your exit sign need. Easily install any of our photoluminescent models in less than 20 minutes!

The Exit Store offers a large selection of styles, designs, and finishes

A few examples of the types of facilities mentioned earlier that are ideal for photoluminescent exit signs would be offices, hotels, schools, retail stores and other commercial facilities. In these types of buildings the lighting system is on when people are present. It is important to know that light is NOT required on the face of a glow in the dark exit sign when the facility is unoccupied. Examples of buildings that photoluminescent exit signs signs would not be acceptable in would be bars, restaurants, and movie theaters. In these types of facilities there is typically not enough or any light to charge the sign's photoluminescent pigment. If your application does not have enough light to adequately charge a photoluminescent exit sign, consider another non-electrical solution, the self-luminous exit sign. Self-luminous exit signs utilize Tritium, a type of hydrogen gas, to provide constant EXIT illumination with no need for electricity, they are completely self powered. Self-luminous exit signs can also be installed in both indoor and outdoor applications as they are completely weatherproof.

The Exit Store offers a large selection of photoluminescent exit signs that vary by design, construction, color, finish, and frame design. For the most affordable solution, we offer unframed, single sided glow in the dark exit signs at less than $55 per unit. Singled sided models with a back mount frame start at $69.99 while double sided models begin at $149.99 and come with a top or side mounting bracket. Our high-end architectural series glow in the dark exit signs come with flush mount frame options and custom finish capabilities. Glow in the dark exit signs are offered in two basic styles; glowing letters with a red, green, or black background or a glowing background with red or green letters. It is important to note the farthest distance at which the exit sign you are installing will be placed as photoluminescent exit signs have viewing distances of 50, 75, and 100 feet. We have knowledgeable customer service representatives. standing by to help you pick the right glow in the dark exit sign for your application, so please call us at 866.471.2849.