PictoGlow offers complete Photoluminescent wayfinding system made for NYC Local Law 26.

Released on = June 11, 2005, 11:13 am

Press Release Author = PictoGraphix Inc.

Industry = Industrial

Press Release Summary = New York City high-rises must have staicases delineated with photoluminescent signs and markers by 2006.

Press Release Body = New York City to Make Skyscrapers Safer with Local Law 26

A section of the code requires that by July 1, 2006, all high rise office buildings (75 feet or taller) and all high rise commercial buildings in New York City shall be equipped with approved photoluminescent signs and markers. Only products approved by the Department of Buildings' Materials Equipment Acceptance Division ("MEA") shall be installed.

Evacuation sign specialist PictoGraphix Inc. is offering advanced photoluminescent safety products in compliance with the stringent Local Law 26 regulatory guidelines. The PictoGlow line of photoluminescent products are all aluminum based and incorporate features not found in competing products.

The PictoGlow 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/stair delineating
products." Both dry and wet conditions 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 horizontal routes" (the greater the value, the more
slip-resistance is the product).

This is the first PL system available to achieve slip-resistance rating without the need of a clear scuffy-top surface coating. PictoGlow floor and tread marking products exhibits a smooth surface finish, which is easier to clean, less likely to
accumulate dirt particles which may diminish the ability of the system to absorb and recharge light energy over time.

Enhanced slip-resistance properties during wet conditions were also demonstrated - 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 recommend 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 liability risks.

With this added safety feature, PictoGlow products further ensure that the evacuees will be more protected from possible slip-and-fall injuries during emergency evacuations

An aluminum-based solution for continuous handrail marking for stairways is also being developed. Handrail delineation has been an unsolved problem in the past as typical handrails 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 permanently attached to the handrails, especially with
stairways that are regularly used.

By providing an aluminum-based solution, PictoGlow will provide an improved and permanent solution to continuous handrail markings. New sign designs have also been created to meet NYC Law 26 requirements. Also manufactured entirely out of aluminum, PictoGlow signs have taken the lead with the
use of next-generation photoluminescent manufacturing techniques. Unlike plastic or vinyl based signs, PictoGlow sign are fire and explosion proof and will not produce toxic gases if burned. The signs are more durable and do not warp or crack when exposed to temperature fluctuation.

PictoGlow photoluminescent products excel in all aspects of safety, visibility and durability. Visit their web site at www.evacmap.com for more information or call toll free 1800-504-EVAC.

Web Site = http://www.evacmap.com

Contact Details = PictoGraphix Inc.
5191 Doherty Ave.
Montreal, QC, Canada
H4V 2B4

Tel:1-800-504-3822
Fax: 541-223-4300
email: info@evacmap.com