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*** NEWSFLASH *** : June 9,2005
SafeSIGN passed
all NYC Local Law 26 Testing Requirements for Indoor applications
We
are delighted to announce that SafeSIGN Photoluminescent Foor and Stair Tread Marking System have been tested
to, met and exceeded all five of the required testings for the NYC Local Law 26 Requirements as of this week.
Local Law 26(2004) of the New York Building
Code requires the approved photoluminescent stairway system to meet the following testing standards for Indoor applications :
ASTM D4828 (Practical Washability), SMP 800-C (Toxic Gas Generation), ASTM E162 (Flame Spread), ASTM D3648 (Radioactivity),
ISO 17398,7.11 (Brightness Rating with 2 ft. cdl charging light source).
SafeSIGN has conducted all tests with laboratories
on the published NYC MEA-recognized laboratories list. Results have shown that SafeSIGN has exceeded all testing
requirements.
SafeSIGN is currently in the process of application
for the NYC MEA listing number. Which is expected to be granted very shortly without much delay.
SafeSIGN has developed a complete Turn-Key,
End-to-End aluminum-based solution for the building owners/managements of the City of New York. Please contact
us to schedule a building walk-through and estimate today!
We are updating our Website to included our
catalogue for the NYC Stairway Pathmarking System, Please check back with us for the latest info!
*** NEWSFLASH *** : June 9, 2005
NYC Reference Standard
RS 6-1 and RS 6-1A signed into Law.
The technical reference standard of Local
Law 26(2004), regarding photoluminescent stair path-marking systems, has been officially signed into law. The
long-debated techinical specifications of the stairway marking system has been finalized.
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NEWSFLASH *** : March 18, 2005
SafeSIGN is slip-resistant
for both Dry and Wet
We
are delighted to announce that SafeSIGN Photoluminescent Foor and Stair Tread Marking System has been additionally
tested and certified to ASTM C1028 "Standard Test Method for determining the Static Coefficient of Friction (COF) of flooring
products." for both dry and wet conditions, and results have shown that SafeSIGN has achieved COF ratings of
0.8 (Dry) and 1.10(Wet), which meets and exceeds the ADA/OSHA recommended slip-resistance rating of COF 0.6 for
"accessible horizonal routes" (the greater the value, the more slip-resistance is the product.)
SafeSIGN
is the first PL system available to achieve slip-resistance rating without the need of a clear scuffy-top surface coating. SafeSIGN
floor and tread marking products exhibits a smooth surface finish, which is easier to clean, less likely to accumulate
dust particles which may diminish the ability of the system to absorb and recharge light energy over time. In
the end, SafeSIGN system will provide consistant, reliable emergency illumination during emergency evacuation.
SafeSIGN
also demostrated enhanced slip-resistance properties during wet conditions - An important consideration when
choosing a PL stairway system, since stairway may often be wet during emergency evacuation if the fire sprinkler
system has been activated. we recommand building management and owners when selecting PL systems
for floor or stair tread applications, to look for slip resistance ratings for both dry and wet conditions, in order
to ensure maximum protection for the evacuees, as well as from possible fall-injury liabililty risks.
By
using SafeSIGN , you can be further ensured that the evacues will be more protected from possible slip-and-fall injuries during
emergency evacuations
*** NEWSFLASH *** : March 15, 2005
SafeSIGN developing
new solution for handrails
SafeSIGN
is currently developing an aluminum-based solution for continuous handrail marking for stairways.
This
has been an unsolved problem in the past as typical railrails in the stairways are cylindrically-shaped, currently the only
available product which can be used for this application has been vinyl tapes, however, with the curvature of the cylindrical
handrail, it posed a challenge even for vinyl tapes to stay perminantly attached to the handrails, especially with stairways
that are regularly used.
By developing an aluminum-based solution, we are hoping
to provide an improved permanent solution to continuous handrail markings. Check back with us to find out the latest developments
in this solution!
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