SECTION 26 5213

PHOTOLUMINESCENT (Running Man) EXIT SIGNS

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This master specification section has been prepared by Jessup Manufacturing Company for use in the preparation of a project specification section covering Glo Brite Eco Exit photoluminescent exit signs.

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PART 1GENERAL

1.1SUMMARY

  1. Section Includes:
  2. Photoluminescent(Running Man) exit signs.

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

  1. Related Sections:
  2. Division 01: Administrative, procedural, and temporary work requirements.
  3. Section 10 1443 - Photoluminescent Egress Path Markings.
  4. Section [______- ______]: Lighting fixtures.

1.2REFERENCES

  1. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) ( 101 - Life Safety Code.
  1. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) ( - 924 - Standard for Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment.
  1. Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC) CAN/ULC-S572-Standard for Photoluminescent and self-luminous exit signs and path marking systems

1.3QUALITY ASSURANCE

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  1. Provide exit signs in accordance with [NFPA 101.] [Building Code.]

1.4SUBMITTALS

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.

  1. Submittals for Review:
  2. Shop Drawings: Indicate exit sign (running man) locations, mounting heights, and attachments.
  3. Product Data: Include product description, materials, finishes, and performance characteristics.
  4. Samples: One full size exit sign (running man). [Sample will be returned for installation on project.]

1.5DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

  1. Store exit signs (running man) in dry location until installed.

PART 2PRODUCTS

2.1MANUFACTURERS

  1. Contract Documents are based on products by Jessup Manufacturing Company. (

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

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

2.2MANUFACTURED UNITS

Include the following for framed exit devices.

  1. Photoluminescent Exit Signs (running man):
  2. Product: Glo Brite Eco Exit P50.
  3. Description:
  4. Self-contained, not requiring external power supply, absorbing and storing energy from ambient LED, fluorescent, metal halide or mercury vapor light.
  5. Non-toxic, non-radioactive.
  6. High-visibility green illumination.
  7. Listed to ULC-S572.

Edit the following to indicate required mounting types.

  1. Mounting type: [Wall.] [Ceiling.] [Projected.] [Stem.] [As indicated in Exit Sign Fixture Schedule at end of Section.] [As indicated on Drawings.]]

Include one or both of the following paragraphs depending on required mounting method.

  1. Mounting brackets: Manufacturer’s standard

**** OR ****

  1. Conduit brackets: Manufacturer’s standard.
  2. Construction:Photoluminescent panel.

Edit the following to indicate desired color.

  1. Frame color: [Aluminum][Acrylic/Aluminum]
  2. Directional arrows: Part of sign
  3. Sign size: 13” x 7.5” x .075” thick
  4. Image-Running Man with and without Arrows
  5. Performance characteristics:
  6. Meet NFPA 101 requirements for internally illuminated exit signs.
  7. Visible at 50 feet in total darkness.
  8. Tested by UL; listed to ULC-S572.
  9. Service life: Minimum 25 years.
  10. Suitable for floor proximity installation

2.3ACCESSORIES

  1. Fasteners: Type best suited to application.

PART 3EXECUTION

3.1INSTALLATION

  1. Install signs in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and approved Shop Drawings.

Edit the following to suit project requirements.

  1. Locate signs to conform to [Building Code.] [NFPA 101.]
  1. Set signs plumb, level, and rigid.
  1. Attach signs to supporting construction.

3.2SCHEDULE

Include the following for a schedule listing the products in this section. Coordinate with Part 2 - Products and with drawing designations.

SIGN DESIGNATION / SIGN TYPE / MOUNTING TYPE
ES-1 / Double sided / Projected
ES-2 / Single sided / Wall
ES-3 / Single sided / Ceiling

END OF SECTION

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Draft for Review – 04/2/16