As is known, photoluminescent films and tapes are unique for their ability to glowing in the dark without using electricity. That's because they operate by principle of photoluminescence, which occurs when an object absorbs photons from ambient light and then emits them, creating a bright glowing effect. But how can these products benefit your building and equipment? Below, we look at three common uses for Photo Luminous Film and tape in terms of building and equipment safety improvements.

1. Increasing the Safety of Vertical Exit Enclosures

Vertical exit enclosures are the long stairwells that building occupants use during evacuations, and outlining them with Luminescent Vinyl Film helps evacuees to easily locate the following elements during low visibility: handrails and handrail extensions, the leading edges of steps and landings, the perimeter of landing areas, potential egress path obstacles, and the doorframes and door hardware of exit leading doors.

According to the International Building Code (IBC), which governs new construction, and International Fire Code (IFC), which governs new and existing construction, the above elements should be outlined within vertical exit enclosures in commercial and residential R1 buildings that feature occupancy above 75 feet from the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, though buildings that don't meet this criterion often apply the codes' guidelines for good measure.

2. Increasing the Safety of Slip Prone Areas

Almost every building has areas that are more slip prone than others, areas that, in the absence of no-slip tape, could become magnets for slip and fall injuries that end in workers comp payouts. Some common building areas and elements that fit this description are: areas where equipment or parts are routinely washed, areas where the buildup of oils or other slick substances occurs, areas where faucets and hoses are accessed, shower areas, scaffolding and catwalks, permanent interior and exterior ladders, steps in vertical exit enclosures, steps in everyday egress paths, and vehicle running boards and ladders.

In some cases, applying regular no-slip tape works fine. But if your building features areas that are darker than others by design, implementing Photoluminescent Film for Safety Signs to any of their areas and elements mentioned above is the best option. For areas that feature the buildup of oil and other slick substances, specially designed tape from a coatings manufacturer may be needed.

3. Custom Coating and Converting

Customized coating and converting deals with (a) developing custom coatings that meet certain needs, such as no-slip material that stands up to oil accumulation, and (b) developing coatings for converting non-luminescent surfaces into luminescent ones, such as the surfaces of building safety signs and certain surface areas on vehicles, including service vehicles, trains, airplanes, boats, and ships. Converting non-luminescent surfaces with photoluminescent film offers significant savings over purchasing new luminescent products. Click reflectop to browse more photo luminous film.