Glowing Non-Slip Material Set to Save Lives and Prevent Injury
Released
on: September 24, 2009, 6:25 am
Author:
FotoLum
Industry:
Retail
Lenexa, Kansas - Negotiating a flight of stairs in the dark is the stuff of horror movies.
Hands grapple for a railing, feet poke tentatively into the invisible abyss
for the next step, and the mind struggles to push away the image of a
terrible head over heels tumble to the bottom. Add moisture to that scenario
and you'll probably opt for the elevator.
But in a building emergency, the stairwell is the only option. Because of
that possibility, the Federal Government has stepped in with strict
specifications for photo luminescent usage. In 2008 alone, slip and falls
cost the U.S. $36 Billion. Glow in the dark products provide effective
illumination when the lights go out, but also provide highly visible
indication in the light with their natural bright yellow color. When
non-skid properties are added, safety is greatly enhanced.
FotoLum, a leading photo luminescent application developer and manufacturer,
has developed non-slip solutions that in many cases exceed those Federal
Regulations. Manufactured using 100% recycled materials and proprietary
photo luminescent crystals, the FotoLum Glowing Non-Slip is presented in
both an aluminum substrate and a tape version. The tape also uses a
proprietary adhesive backing providing a superior bond to clean, solid
surfaces.
Usage applications include: Public Building and Stadium Steps, Walkways,
Boats, Marinas, Industrial Vehicles and more...
FotoLum is currently finalizing the details of an 8,000 step installation in
the MidWest United States with other venues to follow in 2009 and 2010.
Eventually, by Federal Law, all public venues will be required to utilize to
have lighted steps for safety.
In a retro-fit application, the aluminum stair overlays are bonded to the
steps with a proprietary, "green"-recognized adhesive; a high performance
silyl-terminated, solvent free, UV resistant, moisture curing polyether
(tri-polymer). It is a multi-purpose structural sealant designed for
difficult bonding and sealing applications. The adhesive bonds aggressively
to EPDM, PVC, BUR, coal tar, SBS modified bitumen, granulated APP, asphalt
shingles, many types of coated metal, metal flashing details and window
glass without emitting harmful fumes while curing.
Features and Benefits of the FotoLum Aluminum Glowing Non-Slip include:
. Photo luminescent epoxy charges in any natural or artificial light source and illuminates for hours
. Exceeds New York City Building Code Local Law 26 Chemical resistant and UV stable
. Meets A.D.A. Standards
. Ideal for new construction as well as replacement stairways
. Stair treads and flat plates can be anchored into cement, steel or wood surfaces during construction
Fotolum Glowing Non-Slip Tape can be applied almost anywhere:
Meets or exceeds the following Federal specifications: OSHA 1920.24 |
MIL-L-3891 | MIL-S-17951C | MIL-W-17951C | MIL-W-5044C
. Clearly visible glow-in-the-dark material
. Safely identifies steps during power failure
. Non-toxic / Non-radioactive
. Rechargeable from any light source
. Easy to clean
. Long-wearing, mineral abrasive tread
. Meets OSHA requirements
Fotolum products carry a manufacturer's warranty ranging from one to four
years, with the life of some products exceeding 10 years.
The same material used in the FotoLum GlowTie 3-Way Collars is used on
helmet and equipment patches implemented by the Fire Department of New York
and many other fire departments across the nation, including Atlanta and
Los Angeles, to which FotoLum supplies.
The company is involved in a broad range of industry applications ranging
from photo luminescent, retro-reflective collars for pets; to photo
luminescent indoor and outdoor signage; to the boarding (skate board, long
board, surf board, etc) market with its newly released board protection and
illumination product, a real hit with boarders - Board Brite.
The company's well-known After-Lite product which attaches to a compact
fluorescent bulb (CF bulb), is widely embraced by the "green" community for its
energy-free emergency lighting capabilities.
FotoLum GlowTie Collars offer a simple, cost-effective, glow in the dark
and reflective solution to increasing the safety of both pet owners and
their beloved companions.
For more information, contact: Nancy Kepko - 913-888-0870 (Phone) /
913-599-4412 (Fax)
To learn more about FotoLum's full line of product offerings, please visit:
http://fotolum.com/
http://after-lite.com/
http://glowingboardbrite.com/
http://glowingnonslip.com/
http://glowingproducts.com/
http://glowithit.com/
Copyright 2009 3PFotolum. All rights reserved.
Permission is granted to reproduce this release or facts contained herein.
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