Udec Corporation

Tritium is a radioactive substance that can be found in a host of different environments. It is used for manufacturing purposes, and this includes the production of exit signs. It can also be found near nuclear power facilities in large concentrations. The compound emits a low level of Beta radiation that cannot penetrate the human skin, but it can enter the body through the lungs, or it can be ingested. The real threat of tritium is if it is ingested, and allowed to enter the body’s blood stream and major organs. This is typically done through water. Tritium has a half life of about twelve years, and it can be a risk to people, especially pregnant women and small children. Recently a Canadian report was released concerning tritium that stated that the danger of tritium exposure in young children and pregnant women was much greater that what was previously believed. For this reason, you should consider photo illuminated exit signs for your office or building. Photo illuminated signs do not use the tritium compound like older versions of illuminated signs, and are safe for use. In addition, they do not require a power source, so they are environmentally friendly.

In addition to providing the public with quality emergency light fixtures, Udec also provides the consumer with quality accessories and backups for their emergency lighting. Every building has a need for electrically illuminated emergency lighting, and we offer products that run on your buildings energy source. We also have units available with battery backups that will help ensure that you are safe if the power goes out during an emergency or some other scenario. Other accessories include wire mesh guards that will protect your light fixtures from damage, and they are also designed to deter vandalism. We also have available a photo luminescent  emergency egress marking system that does not require an energy source to operate. This is ideal for any building because it ensures that you and your employees can be led to safety in case of a power outage or other emergency that denies your lighting systems power. The emergency egress marking system directs people to the exit with a number of different types of markers. This system is so easy to use and install, that when it was first outlined in the New York City

building code, building managers were only given a year to implement the new policy. For more information, contact Udec through the website, or call us for personalized support.

There are all types of exit signs, and each one of them serves a specific purpose. Perhaps the most important of these signs is the photo illuminated sign. These signs are really important because they can display the egress route from the building if both the power and backup power should go out. They may be the most important, but they are also the most versatile and are the easiest to install. The sign does not require an electricity source, so it does not have to be mounted near an outlet. It requires no batteries as well, so in addition to being energy friendly, it also does not require any maintenance. Unlike incandescent or led lit exit signs, this version is not vulnerable to explosions. In addition, it does not corrode, and is suitable for use in humid environments. It comes with either green or red letters and comes with a polycarbonate protective cover plate. The plate protects the sign from being vandalized. For extra security against would be vandals, the polycarbonate protective face is fastened with tamper proof screws. All these features make this product ideal for your safety needs. They are all offered at competitive prices and can be viewed at the Udec website.

Whatever your lighting needs may be, Udec Corporation has many different items to choose from. Udec Corporation has been in business for forty years, and they are very familiar with the legal requirements for all types of structures. They offer several forms of emergency light fixtures, including fluorescent emergency lighting. Fluorescent lighting is ideal for you emergency lighting needs because it is so versatile. This fixture is an area light that provides diffused light for night use or emergency lighting. In addition, this fixture is energy efficient, and friendly to the environment. It can use either 8 watt, or 14 watt fluorescent bulbs. It is a recessed light, so the ballast is actually above the ceiling. Its unique design is so energy efficient, it will add fifty percent to the life of your bulbs; saving you money in the long run. One of the other emergency light fixtures is versatile as well. This fixture has dual adjustable incandescent heads that can be adjusted to your preferences. This unit is priced competitively, and can either be wall mounted, or ceiling mounted. It also has a rechargeable battery that will last about ninety minutes in the event of an emergency or power outage. Check out the Udec website for more products.

There are many types of exit signs available to the general public. Fixed and electrically illuminated signs are the standard for most building codes. Signs that produce their own illumination are available as well. These signs are important because they serve as a safeguard should a building lose power in the event of an emergency. One type of self-illuminated life uses the compound of tritium. Tritium is a radioactive substance that has a half life of just over 12 years. It is used primarily in the area of nuclear research. It can be used in the triggering mechanism for nuclear weapons, and is also prevalent at nuclear energy plants. There is always a small amount of tritium in the water, atmosphere and earth, and just about every human has ingested some amount of the compound. Those who live next to nuclear reactors or nuclear weapons facilities stand a greater chance of ingesting tritium. Tritium is also used to illuminate exit signs, and these signs will through off low levels of radiation. Because of this, it is wise to consider an alternative type of sign. Photo luminescent signs are safe, reliable, and easy to install. They offer the same capabilities without the consequence of radiation. 

Building exit signs can come in many forms, and there is one feature pertaining to them that is extremely important. Most exit signs are illuminated by one means or another. Everyone has seen the types of signs that use an electric source as their means of illumination. In addition, there are exit signs that use tritium to light the sign. Finally, there are signs that use the technology of photoluminescence. Electrically lighted signs have several drawbacks to them. The first and obvious issue is that it uses electricity. It is a drain on energy resources and has a continual cost to operate. Not only is there the cost of energy, there is also the cost of maintenance. Light bulbs will eventually burn out and have to be replaced. Not only does it cost for the bulb itself, it costs man hours for the time it takes to replace a bulb. In addition to the monetary drawbacks, there is also the environmental impact. Electrically lit signs use energy, and in light of the dramatically rising costs of energy, these types of signs are simply out of date. A wise alternative to the electric sign would be a photoluminescent sign. Photoluminescent signs do not require an energy source, so you do not have to worry about reoccurring costs or maintenance.