For three years in a row, Everlux's has been a part of the CALSAFE Annual Conference, and this year is no different, also helping to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the California Association of Life Safety and Fire Equipment.
Next week, on October 4th and 5th, the Everlux team will be a part of the CALSAFE Annual Conference, at the Hyatt Regency Valencia, in California.
If you would like to learn more about Everlux photoluminescent safety signage products and services or if you are curious and would like to experience the performance of our signs during in an emergency situation onsite, then we are waiting for you during the Manufacturer / Vendor Reception!
Our sales director will welcome all the attendees and show them know how and why Everlux is the best choice for your next project.
Come visit us!
- Self-Adhesive Backing
- Everlux Adhesive
- Fasteners
The Everlux team is always ready to provide guidance and support to ensure you get the most out of our products. Your safety is our priority.
As global urbanization accelerates, the need for effective fire safety measures in residential buildings, particularly in high-rise residential buildings, is more critical than ever.
In New York City, fire safety regulations for residential buildings include specific requirements for apartment and guest room identification and directional markings and signs, as outlined in 3 RCNY §505-01. Additionally, entrance door fire emergency markings in apartments, guest rooms, sleeping rooms, and stairwell doors are mandated under 3 RCNY §505-02. These rules apply to Group R-1 and R-2 buildings.
- The Group R-1 Buildings are transient occupancies, which means they accommodate short-term stays, examples include boarding houses (transient), hotels (transient), and motels (transient).
- The Group R-2 Buildings are primarily permanent occupancies, examples include apartment houses, boarding houses, convents, dormitories, fraternities and sororities, and hotels (non-transient).
3 RCNY §505-01, Apartment and Guest Room Identification and Directional Markings and Signs states
Stipulates the requirements for the design and placement of entrance door room number markings for dwelling units in all Group R-1 and Group R-2 buildings and occupancies, and lobby and hallway corridor directional signs.
The signs and markings required under this section are meant to assist emergency response personnel in locating the dwelling units they need to respond to.
3 RCNY §505-02 Apartment, Guest Room, and Stairwell Fire Emergency Markings
It mandates that all entrance doors to dwelling units and stairwells doors in Group-1 and Group-2 buildings or occupancies have specific markings to aid firefighters in locating such dwelling units, stairwells, and in identifying multi-floor dwelling units.
These markings should be affixed to the door jamb on the hinged side of the door, not more than 12 inches above the floor. For multi-floor dwelling units, additional markings with directional arrows are required.
Everlux Signage
Everlux offers a bespoke signage solution that meet the stringent requirements of the New York City Fire Department rules 3 RCNY §505-01 and 3 RCNY §505-02 ensuring that each sign is uniquely tailored to the building’s specific needs.
In conclusion, Everlux is dedicated to improving fire safety in high-rise residential buildings. With its assortment of compliant, customizable, and high-visibility signage, Everlux is at the forefront of ensuring safety is not just a regulation, but a guarantee.
For more information about Everlux products and 3 RCNY §505-01 and 3 RCNY §505-02 Signs and Markings, contact us.
This marks our first event of the year, and we look forward to reconnecting with all of you. NAFED has always been an important platform for us, allowing us to showcase the exceptional quality of the Everlux products and services. Our team will be onsite to demonstrate our latest innovations and answer any questions you may have.
This year you will find us at booth number 313 and we eagerly await your visit and to discuss how Everlux can help you grow your business.
Thank you for your continued partnership, and we can’t wait to see you again on Thursday!
As a company that values and contributes to the development of the fire safety industry, Everlux will, again, be part of the SFPE Annual Conference & Expo as an exhibitor.
From the 8th to the 10th of October, Everlux will be one of the exhibitors at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, in Washington DC / Bethesda.
October 8th also marks the beginning of NFPA’s Fire Prevention Week and we associate to this initiative by attending one of the most important events of the year and displaying to the fire prevention community our extensive range of photoluminescent safety signage and other solutions, such as:
- NFPA Compliant Fire Safety Signage Solutions
- NFPA Compliant Escape Plans
- UL 924 Listed Exit Signs
- UL 1994 Listed Egress Path Markings
- Everlux AL – Photoluminescent Signs for Tunnels in Compliance with NFPA 502
- Excellence by Everlux – Safety Signs for Luxury Interiors
This October, Everlux will return as an exhibitor at the CALSAFE Annual Conference, which will be held on October 6th and 7th, in San Luis Obispo, California.
The event is going to take place at the Embassy Suites by Hilton, where Everlux will be having its photoluminescent safety signage on display at the Manufacturer/Vendor Reception room during those 2 days.
The visitors can learn more onsite with our extensive range of products and solutions, such as:
- NFPA Compliant Fire Safety Signage Solutions
- UL 924 Listed Exit Signs
- UL 1994 Listed Egress Path Markings
- Everlux AL – Photoluminescent Signs for Tunnels in Compliance with NFPA 502
- Excellence by Everlux – Safety Signs for Luxury Interiors
Don’t miss the opportunity to stop by the Everlux booth and learn more about our product range.
We hope to see you all there!
Fire Extinguisher Safety Signs
Did you know that each year, the United States contends with more than a million fire incidents?Tragically, these incidents cause a significant number of civilian casualties and injuries and result in billions of dollars in property damage. Even more alarming is the frequency at which fire departments are summoned to respond, 23 seconds per fire on average, with structural fires breaking out approximately every 65 seconds.
Undoubtedly, fire safety stands as an absolute priority in every establishment. At the core of any effective fire safety strategy are functional fire extinguishers. However, merely having fire extinguishers is not enough; they must be easily identifiable and accessible during emergencies. This is where fire extinguisher safety signs come into play.
Understanding Fire Extinguisher Safety Signs:
Fire extinguisher location identification safety signs are used to guide individuals to fire extinguishers promptly. These signs typically include bright colors, clear symbols, and easy-to-understand text, playing a crucial role in fire safety preparedness. The United States Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets the standards for safety signs in US workplaces, including those related to fire safety.
Complying with OSHA Regulations:
Complying with the United States Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards is not only essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of employees but is also a legal requirement. OSHA is a federal agency under the United States Department of Labor, responsible for ensuring safe and healthy working conditions for employees. The agency sets and enforces standards to protect workers across various industries, including fire safety standards related to fire extinguisher safety signs.
Compliance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
NFPA is a global nonprofit organization that develops codes and standards related to fire safety, electrical safety, and other hazards. The association's standards are widely recognized and adopted by various industries, including fire protection, life safety, and emergency response. NFPA 10 is the standard that specifically addresses portable fire extinguishers, including the identification and marking of fire extinguishers. It provides guidelines for clear and informative fire extinguisher safety signs, including their location, size, color, and content, to enable quick identification of extinguishers and their corresponding fire classes.
Location and Placement
Strategic placement of fire extinguisher safety signs is crucial. OSHA mandates the installation of fire extinguisher safety signs in conspicuous locations where fire extinguishers are present. These signs must be easily seen, unobstructed, and placed at a height that ensures clear visibility. High-traffic areas and points of vulnerability should have clearly marked signs for quick access during emergencies.
Everlux: Leading Supplier of Fire Extinguisher Safety Signs
Everlux is a trusted and renowned supplier of high-quality photoluminescent safety signs, including fire extinguisher safety signs. With a commitment to safety, Everlux designs and manufactures signs that comply with OSHA, NFPA, and other regulatory standards. Our signs are known for their durability, ability to withstand various environmental conditions, and more importantly for the conspicuity they offer under any visibility conditions.
Why choose Everlux Fire Extinguisher signs?
- Compliance with US regulations
- Instant recognition through standardized symbols
- ASTM grade photoluminescent pigments
- Fire-resistant materials
- Easy Installation
Easy Fire Extinguisher Sign Installation
Everlux Fire Safety Extinguisher Signs are easy to install. Choose your preferred installation method:
- Self Adhesive: Peel off the backing and stick it securely to any smooth surface.
- Everlux Adhesive: Use our specialized adhesive to ensure a long-lasting bond for extra strength and durability.
- 4 Screws: For a more traditional approach, simply mount the sign using four screws for a secure fixture.
For more information about our clear and compliant Fire Extinguisher signs, please get in touch by clicking on the button below.
Everlux will end this first semester of 2023 with a participation at the NFPA Conference & Expo, that will take place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, in Las Vegas, from June 19th to 21st.
We woud like to invite you to our booth – nº 1054 – to meet our team, our products and solutions! Our extensive range of photoluminescent safety signage will be on display, as well as our well-known mini dark room, through which you can see live the performance of our signage.
If you still have doubts about attending, we are delighted to invite you to take advantage of a FREE ExpoAdvantage™ Pass HERE and join this important event for the fire and safety industry.
In between the conferences, the networking will be a plus for everyone to learn and connect!
We hope to meet you there – come visit us at booth 1054!
It’s not possible to predict when an emergency will occur. Nevertheless, it is possible to mitigate the consequences of emergency situations and, in some cases, to prevent them by raising awareness to the risks and training staff on how to act in the event of an emergency.
Everlux’ wide range of photoluminescent safety signage can help in the prevention and during emergency situations, with its high-quality products that identify egress paths and that will guide people to safety.
One of those products are Photoluminescent Evacuation Maps, whose characteristics are distinctive and allow people to be safe in any emergency.
These evacuation maps can be manufactured in different sizes and colours, and should be parallel wall mounted, leading the way to safety.
They illustrate the path to the nearest emergency exit, even when the power goes off and a stressful and panic situation may happen.
Photoluminescent evacuation maps can also assist rescue brigades in finding their whereabouts when, under unfavorable visibility conditions, they need to identify a specific area of the building where they need to go to perform the rescue.
- Everlux Panoramic Signs
When conveying a message, it is
important to ensure that the message is directed to the user. For signs to be
seen clearly, they must be
installed, not only having their visibility distance into account, but also
according to the appropriate viewing angle.
Panoramic
signs are an ideal
solution to identify the location of emergency and fire-fighting equipment
signs in corridors and will be the best choice for wider zones in the facility
as they can be located irrespectively from the user position in that area. In
fact, this type of signage guarantees the best visibility because the two faces
of the sign form, with the wall, a 45° angle, providing a visibility zone of
180°, which means that it is visible from any point.
Everlux also develops Panoramic Signs based on client requirements. If you have specific requirements or desire a customized sign, please contact us by clicking on the button below:
Everlux will start its 2023 nationwide exhibition tour, once again, at the NAFED Conference & Expo Las Vegas, that will take place at the Bally’s Hotel, on the 9th and 10th of March.
This is a special year for NAFED as they are celebrating its 60th anniversary and we could not be more thrilled to be a part of it. "Unleash your sales potential” it’s this year’s theme and we believe that these NAFED events are trendsetters for the fire protection industry in United States.
As we are also celebrating NAFED’s anniversary, we are looking forward to meeting the fire equipment distributors and to re-connect with everyone.
As usual, the exhibit hall will happen on March 9th, where we will be displaying the Everlux photoluminescent safety signage solutions and our director of Sales, Tiago Pedrosa, will be welcoming the visitors.
The Everlux booth is number 217, so come visit us and learn more about our products and news, such as:
- Photoluminescent Fire Safety Signs
- UL 924 Listed Photoluminescent Exit Signs
- UL 1994 Listed Egress Path Marking Systems
- Excellence by Everlux
- The Everlux Exhibition – an interactive experience!
We look forward to meeting you again!
CAL FIRE's Building Materials Listing program mandates that all fire protection devices and materials shall be approved by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM). This rigorous process ensures that all products meet the required performance and reliability standards and provide a reliable source of information for building authorities, architects, engineers, contractors, and fire services.
Everlux photoluminescent exit signs are a prime example of products that meet the high standards set by CAL FIRE. These exit signs are listed by Underwriters Laboratories, a State Fire Marshal-approved testing laboratory, meaning they have been thoroughly tested and follow the regulations set forth by the OSFM.
Choosing Everlux exit signs means you're investing in high-quality and reliable products that meet the highest standards of safety. Get in touch with us today to learn more about our CAL FIRE-certified photoluminescent exit signs and keep your building safe.
From 9th to 15th, NFPA will be celebrating the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, with the campaign "Fire won’t wait. Plan you escape.”. Everlux is joining NFPA in this celebration by placing the Everlux Escape Plans right on the spotlight, throughout the SFPE and Calsafe events, as reminder that advance planning is extremely important to quickly escape from a building fire.
"It is fundamental for everyone to plan and practice a fire escape. Everyone needs to be prepared in advance, so that they know what to do when the smoke alarm sounds. Given that every home is different, every home fire escape plan will also be different.” – NFPA.
In fact, Emergency Action Plans are required in many type of buildings as per section 4.8 of NFPA 101. Additionally, also as per NFPA 101 and NFPA 170, specific buildings also require diagrammatic escape plans posted in conspicuous areas reflecting the actual floor arrangement, fire-fighting equipment, egress paths and exit locations.
When preparing an evacuation plan, there are many aspects to consider for a safe evacuation. Everlux simplify the process, help you identify your requirements and develop your escape plan
We will be joining over 400 leading professionals from around the globe, which will surely present networking opportunities as well as the possibility to let them know more about our extensive range of photoluminescent safety signage, such as:
- NFPA Compliant Fire Safety Signage Solutions
- NFPA Compliant Escape Plans
- UL 924 Listed Exit Signs
- UL 1994 Listed Egress Path Markings
- Everlux AL – Photoluminescent Signs for Tunnels in Compliance with NFPA 502
- Excellence by Everlux – Safety Signs for Luxury Interiors
Everlux is back as an exhibitor at the CalSafe Annual Conference, which will be held on October 7th and 8th. The event is going to take place at the Ontario Airport Hotel & Conference Center, in California.
You can meet us on October 8th at the Manufacturer/Vendor Reception room, where we will be displaying our broad range of photoluminescent safety signage, namely:
- NFPA Compliant Fire Safety Signage Solutions
- UL 924 Listed Exit Signs
- UL 1994 Listed Egress Path Markings
- Everlux AL – Photoluminescent Signs for Tunnels in Compliance with NFPA 502
- Excellence by Everlux – Safety Signs for Luxury Interiors
Don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about our products and solutions and to meet our team.
We hope to see you there!
- Photoluminescent Fire Safety Signs
- Photoluminescent Evacuation Plans
- UL 924 Listed Photoluminescent Exit Signs
- UL 1994 Listed Egress Path Markings
- Everlux-AL Photoluminescent Safety Signs for Tunnels
- Excellence by Everlux – Safety Signs for Luxury Interiors
Everlux will be, once again, participating at the NAFED Conference & Expo! The Las Vegas event will take place at the Bally’s Hotel, on the 10th and 11th of March.
We are looking forward to meeting the fire equipment distributors and to re-connect. The exhibit hall will happen on March 10th where we will be displaying the Everlux photoluminescent safety signage solutions.
The Everlux booth is number 133, where you can learn more about our products and news, such as:
We look forward to meeting you again in just a few days!- Photoluminescent Fire Safety Signs
- UL 924 Listed Photoluminescent Exit Signs
- UL 1994 Listed Egress Path Marking Systems
- Excellence by Everlux
- The Everlux Exhibition – an interactive experience!
