Emergency lighting design is governed by national and international standards and therefore it can often seem formulaic and lacking the flare of mains lighting designs, which allow for creative types to put their stamp on a building or project. Matthew Higgins, Product Manager at Mackwell discusses.
Emergency lighting is integral to evacuation plans for any building, whether it’s an office, factory or warehouse, retail or leisure facility, multi-occupancy residence or educational place.
Mackwell, a leader in emergency lighting solutions, has launched an update to its successful XYLUX LR4 luminaire.
The critical nature of emergency lighting demands that it is reliable, fit for purpose and compliant with the required standards.
On February the 14th, Mackwell celebrated 40 years since they were founded. 4 decades later, the company has evolved beyond all recognition and is now one of the leading providers of solutions to the global lighting market.
When it comes to designing emergency lighting, there are many factors to consider. Peter Adams, Mackwell’s Central Service & Training Manager explains more.
TheisCraft Lighting Controls has played a key role in the refurbishment of Epworth House in London EC1 with the provision of a versatile lighting system that optimises energy efficiency on all floors and emergency monitoring throughout the building, along with stand-alone Emergency Lighting for the stairwell and core areas.
Tridonic has further developed its emergency lighting units with the launch of the new generation EM converterLED BASIC MH/LiFePO4.
Rene Joppi, Commercial Director at Mackwell discusses the challenges we face and opportunities that lie ahead
As part of the BBC’s DIY SOS: Big Build project, Mackwell provided its emergency lighting systems and technical expertise to an ambitious project to create the North Kensington Community Centre and rebuild the Dale Youth Boxing Club which was destroyed in the Grenfell Tower fire.