Commercial Emergency Lighting for Outage Visibility
An emergency light is designed to provide illumination when normal power fails. In commercial facilities, emergency lighting helps occupants move safely through corridors, stairwells, and exit routes during outages.
This collection includes commercial emergency lights with battery backup options that are commonly used in warehouses, offices, retail spaces, and industrial buildings where reliable egress lighting is required.
Where Emergency Lighting Is Commonly Used
Emergency lighting is often installed in:
- Hallways and corridors
- Stairwells and exit routes
- Utility areas and back-of-house spaces
- Warehouses and industrial facilities
- Commercial buildings with required egress paths
What to Consider When Choosing Emergency Lights
- Battery backup operation: ensures illumination during outages
- Coverage needs: match the space and path layout
- Mounting location: wall/ceiling placement based on the route
- Standardization: using consistent fixtures across sites simplifies maintenance
Emergency Lights — FAQs
What is emergency lighting in a commercial building?
Emergency lighting is lighting that turns on during a power outage to illuminate egress paths and help occupants evacuate safely.
Do commercial emergency lights have battery backup?
Many do—battery backup allows the fixture to operate when normal power is lost.
Where should emergency lights be installed?
They’re typically installed along egress routes such as corridors, stairwells, and other areas required for safe evacuation.
What’s the difference between emergency lights and exit signs?
Emergency lights illuminate the path; exit signs mark the exit location and direction.
Can LED emergency lights replace older emergency fixtures?
Yes—LED emergency lights are commonly used as replacements to reduce maintenance and improve efficiency.
How do I choose emergency lights for a warehouse?
Focus on coverage of the egress route, mounting location, and battery backup performance needed for the facility.
Do emergency lights turn on automatically?
Many emergency fixtures are designed to switch to battery power automatically when normal power fails.
Are emergency lighting requirements the same for every building?
Requirements vary by building type and local codes, so fixture selection and placement should match the project requirements.
