Emergency Lights & Exit Signs

Emergency Lights, Exit Lights & Emergency Exit Signs Singapore

Shop emergency lights, LED exit lights and emergency exit signs at Horme Hardware Singapore. Browse emergency lighting and exit signage for offices, factories, warehouses, commercial buildings and residential common areas.

Emergency lights provide backup illumination when normal lighting fails, while exit signs identify exits and guide occupants along escape routes. Compare brands, prices, mounting options and battery backup specifications to find suitable products for your building maintenance or installation project.

Buy Emergency Lights & Exit Signs in Singapore

Find emergency lights and exit signs for replacement, refurbishment and new installation projects. Choose fittings that suit the building layout, installation location and required emergency operating duration.

Common applications include:
• Office buildings and commercial spaces
• Factories, warehouses and industrial facilities
• Condominiums and residential common areas
• Schools, hospitals and public buildings
• Retail shops and enclosed workspaces

Check individual product listings for current prices, availability, operating modes and installation specifications before ordering.

LED Emergency Lights for Power Failure & Evacuation

A LED emergency light provides illumination when the normal lighting supply fails. Self-contained, battery-backed models use rechargeable batteries to power the light during an outage.

Emergency lights are commonly used in:
• Corridors and hallways
• Stairwells and fire escape routes
• Entrances, exits and common areas

When comparing LED emergency lights, check light output, coverage, rated backup duration and mounting requirements. Suitable placement helps illuminate steps, changes in level and obstacles along the evacuation route.

LED Exit Lights for Clear Escape Routes

A LED exit light is an illuminated sign that identifies an exit or shows the direction of escape. Models with battery backup keep the sign illuminated when the normal power supply fails.

Exit lights are commonly installed in:
• Office floors and commercial units
• Industrial buildings and factories
• Public facilities and shared spaces

Choose an exit light with the correct sign design, directional arrow and viewing distance. Check whether the fitting is suitable for wall, ceiling, recessed or suspended installation, as specified for the model.

Emergency Exit Signs & Exit Signage for Buildings

An emergency exit sign marks an exit or directs occupants towards an escape route. Clear exit signage is particularly useful where visitors are unfamiliar with the building or exits are not immediately visible.

Emergency exit signs are commonly used in:
• Buildings with multiple corridors and junctions
• Large commercial and industrial facilities
• Public spaces with high foot traffic

Compare illuminated exit signs by arrow direction, sign dimensions, viewing distance and single-sided or double-sided configuration. Select signage that matches the route and can be clearly seen from the intended approach.

Industrial Emergency Lights for Factories & Warehouses

An industrial emergency light should suit the conditions of its installation area as well as the building’s evacuation requirements. Ceiling height, equipment layout, dust and moisture can affect product selection.

Common industrial and commercial applications include:
• Warehouses and logistics centres
• Manufacturing plants and workshops
• Offices and retail complexes

Check the fitting’s light coverage, housing construction and environmental protection rating. Where weatherproof protection is needed, confirm that the individual model is rated for the intended conditions.

Emergency Lighting in Residential & Common Areas

Emergency lighting helps residents navigate shared areas when the normal lighting supply fails. Exit signs provide guidance towards designated escape routes in accordance with the building’s fire-safety design.

Typical residential applications include:
• Stairwells and lift lobbies
• Common corridors
• Basement and multi-storey car parks

Choose emergency lights and exit signage based on the layout, required coverage and installation environment.

Choosing the Right Emergency Light or Exit Sign

Compare the following specifications when selecting an emergency light, exit light or emergency exit sign:
• Light output and illumination coverage
• Sign design, arrow direction and viewing distance
• Battery backup duration and recharge time
• Maintained or non-maintained operation
• Surface-mounted, recessed or suspended installation
• Single-sided or double-sided signage
• Applicable certification and environmental protection rating

Maintained fittings operate during normal conditions and continue operating on backup power when the supply fails. Non-maintained emergency lights illuminate when the normal supply fails. Check each model’s operating mode against your project requirements.

Visibility, Reliability & Performance

Reliable emergency lighting depends on suitable product selection, correct installation and regular maintenance. Battery condition and charging performance affect how long a fitting can operate during a power outage.

Features to compare include:
• LED light source and rated power consumption
• Specified emergency operating duration
• Charging indicators, where provided
• Test switches or self-testing functions, where provided
• Housing construction and installation suitability

Refer to the individual product specifications rather than assuming every emergency light or exit sign includes the same features.

Installation, Placement & Maintenance

Emergency lights should illuminate the required areas, while exit signs should remain clearly visible and unobstructed.

Key considerations include:
• Positioning emergency lights along escape routes and near changes in level
• Placing exit signs above designated exit doors where required
• Providing directional signs where exits are not readily visible
• Keeping signage clear of shelving, decorations and other obstructions
• Regularly checking operation, batteries, chargers and light sources

In Singapore, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) Fire Code sets out requirements for exit lighting, emergency lighting and exit signage. It refers to SS 563 for requirements including illuminance, luminaire spacing and backup power duration. Confirm the requirements applicable to your building and check the selected product’s specifications and certification before installation.

Why Buy Emergency Lights & Exit Signs from Horme Hardware

Horme Hardware supplies emergency lights, exit lights and exit signage in Singapore for contractors, facility managers and property owners. Browse the range online to compare products for maintenance, replacement and installation projects.

When shopping at Horme Hardware, you can:
• Compare emergency lighting brands and product specifications
• Check current product prices and availability
• Find fittings for different mounting and application requirements
• Order online for delivery in Singapore

Explore emergency lights and exit signs from Maxspid, Denko and Powercraft. Check individual listings for battery backup duration, mounting options and other model-specific details.

You can also browse complementary electrical supplies, installation accessories and safety products in the Horme Hardware webstore.

Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Lighting

What is the difference between an emergency light and an exit light?
An emergency light illuminates an area or escape route when normal lighting fails. An exit light is an illuminated sign that identifies an exit or indicates the direction of escape.

Do LED emergency lights work during a power failure?
Battery-backed LED emergency lights are designed to operate when the normal lighting supply fails. Their operating duration depends on the model, battery condition and state of charge.

How do I choose an emergency exit sign?
Check the required arrow direction, viewing distance, sign configuration, mounting method and backup duration. The sign should match the escape route and applicable fire-safety requirements.

Are emergency lights required in offices in Singapore?
Singapore’s Fire Code specifies emergency lighting requirements for relevant escape routes and occupied areas. The exact requirements depend on the building layout and applicable provisions.

How long should emergency lighting last during an outage?
Check the product’s rated emergency duration against the requirement for your building. SCDF’s Fire Code refers to SS 563 for secondary power supply duration.

How much do emergency lights and exit signs cost?
Prices vary by brand, light output, mounting design, backup duration and features. Refer to the product listings above for current prices and availability.