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BradyGlo - Introduction
BradyGloTM
Introduction
What is BradyGloTM ?
BradyGloTM is a photoluminescent product which absorbs and stores energy from ambient light (fluorescent lamps, light bulbs, stray light, sunlight, etc). This energy would be emitted out to provide glow-in-the-dark illumination in the absence of these ambient light.
BradyGloTM
Introduction
Photoluminescent
Photoluminescent products are regulated by various industry
standards:
PSPA (Photoluminescent Safety Product Association) IMO (International Maritime Organisation) DIN (Deutsches Institut fr Normung)
The most widely referred standards is PSPA: Specifies code of practice for the installation of Emergency Wayfinding Guidance Systems produced from photoluminescence for use in public, industrial and commercial building. PSPA categories different classes of photoluminescent material based on their glow intensities and durations.
BradyGloTM
Introduction
Features of BradyGloTM
Provides up to >10 hours of illumination per charge Repeatable absorption/emission process No operating cost (no electricity or batteries required) No wiring required Maintenance free Fail-safe technology Non-toxic & non-radioactive
BradyGloTM
Applications
BradyGloTM
Applications
BradyGloTM
Applications
Perimeter & Obstacle Marking of Exit Pathway
Obstacle marking
Perimeter marking
BradyGloTM
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Mark door openings to exits, corridors or exit passageways Stairwell exits Wherever direction of exit is unclear
BradyGloTM
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Enable quick & easy locating of door handle. Die cut markers used to complement high intensity tape to show the exit pathway.
BradyGloTM
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Industrial
Oil rigs Factories Shipyards Enclosed facilities, etc)
Transportation
Tunnels & underpasses Multi-storey & underground parking Aisle markings in planes, trains & vessels
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BradyGloTM
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Manufacturer / Model#
Product Comparison
Self-sustainable period (during pow er failure) Recharge period Power consumption Maintenance Installation
20-24 hrs
< 12VA
Need to replace fluorescent lamp every 3000 hrs (5 mths). Starter replacement required too
Wiring required
2 hrs
16 hrs
12VA
Need to replace fluorescent lamp every 3000 hrs (5 mths). Starter replacement required too
Wiring required
1-3 hrs
16-24 hrs
< 6VA
Wiring required
5 mins
Not applicable
Maintenance-free
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Product Comparison
FLUORESCENT
Photoluminescent technology is the first Energy Star program with zero energy consumption