What is a beacon? What applications would require a beacon?? Let us enlighten you!
A beacon is a purposely noticeable device that is designed to attract attention to a certain location. Beacons are undeniably one of the most beneficial devices that we have that helps not only in providing safety, but also security.
In today’s modern age of technology, beacons have been used to assist and support many different applications and continue to work well as they draw the attention required to create a safe and secure environment.
The top applications/areas beacons are most commonly used are:
Industrial/Marine Applications; for example, loading bays, warehouses, factory floor and marine ports/docks. Since industrial and marine environments can be hazardous, it’s important to consider a product that can withstand harsh weather conditions, shock and vibration. Within an industrial environment they also need to be bright and loud enough to be seen/heard over the machinery that may be in place.
Fire Warning Applications; for example, fitted to ceilings and doors to alert to fire exits and assembly points, pointing to the location of fire-fighting equipment. These warning signals are usually installed in commercial buildings and other establishments that require added public safety measures such as hospitals and schools.
Automotive Applications; for example, slow moving vehicles, forklift trucks, emergency vehicles, tractors and airport baggage vehicles. Automotive applications generally use amber, flashing warning signals however there are some instances when this needs to be changed, for example emergency vehicles require a coloured flashing light, mostly blue or red.
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Traditional rotating mirror beacons, now incorporating a solid state LED light source, these beacons certainly can’t be missed!
With more and more filament lamps becoming obsolete, we upgraded our standard rotating mirror beacon to provide an extremely high light output, with an ultra-low current draw, using LED displays.
Ideal for fire and security systems, as well as systems that feature battery back-up in case of failure of the primary power source.
To find out more, drop us an email, or give us a call, and we’ll get back to you right away!
If you stopped right now and looked around, the chances are that you would notice at least one type of beacon.
Whether it be in the office or on the street, they are the most common visual indicator and part of everyday life.
There are so many uses for beacons:
Warning Beacons
The most common beacons are the ones that draw your attention to a specific hazard for example to warn you of an emergency.
Traffic Light Beacons
Used to direct the flow of vehicle traffic. Most recently during COVID, they have been useful to assist shops and supermarkets with the flow of customers.
Vehicle Beacons
Beacons that are attached to vehicles to warn of their presence such as police and ambulance vehicles, wide-load HGVs, forklift trucks and quarry vehicles.
Beacons for Navigation
To warn aircrafts for example of obstacles such as buildings and cranes.
Beacons for Automation
Stacking beacons assist in manufacturing environments such as a production line that requires attention.
The list is endless!
We offer a wide range of beacons designed for such purposes – visit our website to find out more www.beaconlamps.com, or contact our dedicated Sales Team!
D.G. Controls Series E beacon is one of our original products and now over 50 years later it is still very much a core product in our range.
This IP65 rated beacon measures 194mm x 146mm and was originally manufactured as a Xenon Flash beacon quickly followed by Rotating Flash, Pulsed Filament and Static Light versions.
Over the years this beacon has been adapted to include a sounder and more recently has been transformed into an 8-mode multi-function beacon whilst moving with the technological advancements of our time. Today this versatile product has moved on from filament lamp models as technology has evolved. It is now available in Xenon Strobe, Rotating Mirror LED, Static 360° LED and 8-mode LED versions with the 8 modes consisting of Static, Standard Pulse, Slow Pulse, Fast Pulse, Triple Pulse, Random Flash, Strobe and Revolving.
Incorporating fixing drill outs on 51mm centres for direct conduit box mounting (gasket supplied!) with alternative 3 drill outs on 100 PCD. Central 20mm diameter entry in the base and 2 side flat pads to allow for alternative entries.
There’s a reason this beacon has stood the test of time, ticking all the boxes, what’s not to love about our ‘E’?!
Our wonderful friends at Calpe Industrial will be exhibiting this year at EUROPORT.
The show runs 7-10th November 2023, Calpe can be found at booth 2007 and they will be delighted to meet with you to discuss any beacon and sounder requirements you may have!
Europort is based in Rotterdam, Netherlands and is the international maritime meeting place for innovative technology and complex shipbuilding professionals.
The show attracts over 1000 exhibitors and around 26,000 visitors from around the globe as a meeting place where the international maritime industry gets together to connect and innovate with fellow professionals. With a strong focus on high-tech ships such as dredging vessels, naval vessels and super yachts, Europort is the place to be!
