Emergency Lighting Inverters for Apartment Buildings

Why Use a Central Lighting Inverter as Backup Power in Apartment Complexes?

Apartment complexes may have multiple emergency signs and lighting fixtures in hallways, common areas, laundry rooms, utility rooms, and storage spaces. New and existing structures follow building safety regulations which require that these signs be operational even during the absence of electrical power for the safety of the occupants. Central lighting inverters offer backup power for all emergency lighting and signage in the entire building. This device consists of a battery and inverter system offering up to 90 minutes of battery power.

Benefits of Emergency Lighting in Apartment Buildings

Emergency lighting placed within communal areas, exits, stairways, and hallways provides a way for occupants to safely see when a disaster strikes. Oftentimes, the main electrical power will be out during emergencies. If an emergency happens at night or there is a dark area with no natural light sources, it can make it difficult for people to see where they are going. Dark spaces can create safety hazards along stairwells and can also cause people to lose their sense of direction in corridors. By installing emergency lighting and lighting inverters, you can increase the safety of the apartment complex.

Compliance and Regulations for Apartment Buildings

Local, state, and federal regulations require that apartment buildings have emergency lighting and signage along with fire protection systems. Exit lighting standards fall under the NFPA 101 Certified Emergency Egress Exit Lighting regulations that require at least 90 minutes of emergency lighting in the event that there is a failure to the regular lighting available, and that light illumination should not be less than 1FC (foot candle) along the exit pathway at floor level.

In addition, electrical wiring systems must also abide by the NFPA 70 standards. These standards outline the installation, testing and maintenance of emergency lighting, signage, and other systems as well as proper storage of backup battery power.