SECTION 10 1443

PHOTOLUMINESCENT (Luminous) EGRESS PATH MARKINGS

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This master specification section has been prepared by EverGlow NA, Inc. for use in the preparation of a project
specification section covering photoluminescent (luminous) egress path markings including ADA and other signs, exit and evacuation maps, and stair, handrail, obstacle, and directional markers.

EverGlow NA, Inc. also offers photoluminescent exit signs; refer to specification Section 26 5313 -
Photoluminescent Exit Signs.

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PART 1 	GENERAL

1.1 	SUMMARY

A. 	Section Includes:
1. 	Luminous (Photoluminescent) egress path markings:
a. 	[ADA] [and] [____] signs.
b.	[Exit signs] [and] [evacuation maps].
c. 	[Stair nosings] [stair] markers.
d.	[Handrail] [obstacle] [perimeter demarcation] [directional] [and]
		[____] markers.
e.	[Door handle] [push bar] and [door frame] markers.

Coordinate the following paragraphs with other sections in the project manual.

B. 	Related Sections:
1. 	Division 01: Administrative, procedural, and temporary work requirements.
2. 	Section 26 5213 - Photoluminescent Exit Signs.
3.	Section 05 5500 – Photoluminescent (Metal) Stair Treads and Nosings

1.2 	REFERENCES

A. 	National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) (www.nfpa.org) 101 - Life Safety Code.

B. 	Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) (www.ul.com) 1994 - Standard for Luminous Egress Path
	Marking Systems, 410 – Standard for Slip Resistance for Floor Surface Materials.

C.	American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM) (www.astm.org) E2072 – Standard
	Specification for Photoluminescent (Phosphorescent) Safety Systems and E2073 – Standard
	Test Method for Photopic Luminance of Photoluminescent (Phosphorescent) Markings.

1.3 	QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. 	Provide directional and egress markings in accordance with [NFPA 101.] [Building Code.] [Fire
	Code.]

1.4 	SUBMITTALS

Limiting submittals to only those actually required helps to minimize liability arising from the review of submittals.  Minimize submittals on smaller, less complex projects.

Include the following for submission of shop drawings, product data, and samples for the Architect's review.

A. 	Submittals for Review:
1. 	Shop Drawings: Indicate sign locations, content, mounting heights, and attachments.
2. 	Product Data: Include product description, materials, finishes, and performance
	characteristics.
3. 	Samples:
a. 	[ADA] [and] [____] signs: [Full size sign.] [Minimum [6 x 6] [__ x __] inches.]
b. 	[Exit signs] [and] [evacuation maps]: [Full size map.] [Minimum [6 x 6] [__ x __]
		inches.]
c. 	[Stair nosings] [stair] markers:
		Minimum [12] [__] inches long.
d.	[Handrail] [obstacle] [perimeter demarcation] [directional] [and]
		[____] markers:  Minimum [12] [  ] inches long.
e.	[Door handle] [push bar] and [door frame] markers:  [4 x 4] [__ x __] inches.

Include the following for submission of sustainable design submittals.

B. 	Sustainable Design Submittals:
1. 	Regional Materials: Certify manufacturing location.
2. 	Recycled Content: Certify percent recycled content and designate whether pre-consumer
			or post-consumer.
3.	Paints and Coatings:  Certify high solids content, low VOC emissions

1.5 	DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. 	Store signs and markings in cool, dry location until installed.

1.6	WARRANTIES

	A.	Provide manufacturer’s limited warranty
		1.	Signs and markings installed in interior locations:  25 years.
		2.	Signs and markings installed in exterior locations:  3 years.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. 	Contract Documents are based on products by EverGlow NA, Inc. (www.everglow.us)

Edit the following to indicate whether or not substitutions will be permitted for the products in this section.

B. 	Substitutions: [Under provisions of Division 01.] [Not permitted.]

2.2 MATERIALS

A. 	Photoluminescent (Luminous) Egress Path Markings:
1. 	Photoluminescent material absorbs and storing energy from ambient light – interior
	lighting and sunlight, does not require any external power supply.
2. 	Non-toxic, non-radioactive.
3. 	Free from vinyl and polyvinyl chloride compounds.
4. 	Manufactured using low-VOC inks and coatings.  High solid epoxy coatings.
5. 	High-visibility illumination.
6. 	Tested and listed to UL 1994.
7.	UL approved for use in interior locations with fluorescent lighting.
8.	Stair nosings and markers that can be used on stair nosings are listed to UL1994 and
	UL410.
9.	Tested to meet ASTM E2072 or E2073 luminance requirements.

In the following paragraph, select material and luminance:

-	EverGlow aluminum stair nosings and treads, stair markers and guidance strips with ceramic wear layer,
	signs and markers.

-	EverGlow Tamper Resistant Tape, a conformable acrylic film for marking stairs and handrails, obstacles
	and hazards, perimeter (demarcation lines) of landings and corridors, door frames and push bars.

- 	EverGlow TL300 Epoxy Coating for permanent lighting throughout period of use. Application areas
	include aisles, corridors, staircases, carpeted stair nosings, temporarily used areas, underground traffic 
	areas, and tunnels, and escape routes.  High luminance epoxy coatings meet ASTM requirements and
	can be applied over white or yellow primer coatings.

- 	EverGlow HI150 (standard luminance) for permanent lighting throughout period of use. Application areas
	include aisles, corridors, staircases, temporarily used areas, underground traffic areas, and tunnels, and
	escape routes. Standard luminance signs and markings meet UL1994 requirements.

- 	EverGlow HI300 (high luminance) for permanent lighting throughout period of use. Application areas
	include aisles, corridors, staircases, temporarily used areas, underground traffic areas, and tunnels, and
	escape routes.  High luminance signs and markings meet both UL1994 and ASTM requirements.

		10. 	Source: EverGlow [HI.] [TL.]

B. 	Frames and Mounting Brackets:
1. 	Where framed and flag-mounted signs are scheduled, provide extruded aluminum frames
	with satin finish.
	2. 	Recycled content: Minimum 60 percent, with minimum 60 percent classified as post-
			consumer.

C.	Fasteners:
	1.	Mechanical fasteners and stand-offs for signs or stair nosings are stainless steel or
		chromed as required.
		2.	Adhesive:  use additional construction adhesive as necessary.

	D. 	Refer to Schedule at end of Section for specific components.

PART 3 	EXECUTION

3.1 	PREPARATION

	A. 	Clean substrate surfaces of dirt, oil, grease, and loose matter that could impair adhesion.

3.2 	INSTALLATION

	A. 	Install markings in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and approved Shop Drawings.

B. 	Locate markings in accordance with [NFPA 101.] [Building Code.] [Fire Code.]

	C. 	Install markings level, straight, and true to line.

3.3 	SCHEDULE

Include the following for a schedule listing the products in this section; edit to suit project requirements.
Coordinate with Part 2 - Products and with drawing designations.

With so many different EverGlow product offerings and potential installation applications it would be impossible to develop a comprehensive schedule, and difficult to edit if we did. The following is intended to offer guidance to the design professional in developing a schedule for each project.

 LOCATION		MARKING TYPE	MODEL NO. 			REMARKS	

Steps and Landings	Stair Nosing		90.US0333			Leading edge of each step

Steps and Landings	Epoxy Coating		TL300 Epoxy Coating Kit	Leading edge of each step, and
										perimeter of landings; epoxy is 
										not suitable for vertical surfaces

Steps, Landings		Marking Strip		15.US7655			Leading edge of each step,
and Door Frames	(Demarcation						perimeter of landings, door 
			Lines)							frames, push bars on doors

Steps, Landings,	Guidance Tape		59.US7401			Leading edge of each step,
Door Frames, and	(Demarcation						perimeter of landings, door
Push Bars on Doors	Lines)							frames, push bars on doors

Handrails		Guidance Tape		59.US7401			Top of handrails, entire length
										and returns

Obstacles		Obstacle Tape		59.US7416			Obstacles protruding into the
										egress path

Door Hardware		4x4 inch Marker		15.US3010			Door handles on intermediate
										and final exit doors; use
										59.US7401 on push bars

Walls in Corridors, 	Directional Marker	15.US3005			Exit to the left
Directional Changes				15.US3008			Exit to the right
within Exits					   Various			All directions available	

Doors from Exit		Exit Sign		15.0029			EXIT right
Enclosures		ISO (International	15.0031			EXIT left
			Egress)			6x6 inches or larger		On final exit door(s) only

Doors from Exit		Exit Sign		15.US3163			EXIT right
Enclosures		ISO Egress Symbol	15.US3162			EXIT left
			and EXIT		9.5x4.5 inches or larger		On final exit door(s) only

Walls, near the		Floor Identification	Various, 18x12 inches		As required inside exit,
Door on each Floor	Sign			or larger   (Custom)		each floor, each exit
Landing

Information Signs 	No Roof Access	   Various			As required inside exit,
As Required 		No Re-entry		  (Custom)			each floor, each exit
			Re-entry on [__]

Fire Safety,		Fire Extinguisher	15.US0900			As required inside exit
Communications 	Fire Hose		15.US1120
Equipment

Walls Inside Exit	Area of Refuge		15.US0001			At each door opening to
Enclosures		Area of	Rescue		15.US0002			the Area of Refuge

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