Smoke Vent - Control Box - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

Identify the location of the control box that operates a smoke ventilation system. Smoke vents are vital for managing smoke during a fire, improving visibility, reducing inhalation risks, and maintaining safer evacuation routes. The sign ensures that personnel, emergency responders, and authorised staff are aware of the control box’s location, enabling prompt operation of the system when needed.

Essential because the control box is the key point for activating, monitoring, or overriding the smoke vent system. In an emergency, any delay in accessing or operating the control box can compromise smoke management, potentially putting occupants and property at greater risk. By clearly marking its location, the sign helps prevent confusion and ensures that trained personnel can quickly and safely operate the smoke vent system.

Smoke Vent - Control Box signs should be placed near the control box in facilities where smoke ventilation systems are installed, including warehouses, factories, large commercial buildings, and public venues such as schools, hospitals, and theatres. Positioning the sign in a visible location ensures that authorised staff can locate the control box immediately in case of an emergency, supporting timely smoke vent activation and effective fire management.

Using this sign reinforces fire safety awareness and highlights the importance of proper system operation. It reminds staff that maintaining clear access to the control box and knowing its function is a shared responsibility that can directly impact safety outcomes. By guiding personnel to the control point, the sign helps ensure that smoke vents operate effectively, supporting safer evacuations, reducing potential hazards, and enhancing overall emergency preparedness within the building.

Materials Explained

Below is a more detailed description of the materials this particular safety sign is available in. Helping you decide which sign option is most suitable for your application.

Rigid Plastic: This lightweight, gloss white PVC is resistant to weather, moisture, chemicals, and general wear and tear, making it suitable for harsh environments. Its smooth, solid surface allows for crisp printing of text and graphics, enhancing readability and visual impact. Businesses who choose Rigid Plastic signs benefit from fewer replacements and minimal maintenance, making it a practical investment for reliable and effective safety signs.

Self-Adhesive Vinyl: Self-adhesive vinyl is easy to apply and it is budget-friendly. Its adhesive backing allows for easy application to a variety of surfaces such as glass, metal, plastic, and painted walls, which simplifies installation and reduces setup time. Self-adhesive vinyl provides a clean, professional finish that suits many indoor environments including offices, retail, industrial sites, and vehicles. It is more affordable than many other material types and allows for custom shapes, colours, and graphics.

To achieve high performance in low light conditions and conform to ISO 16069 we recommend using Ultra Bright.

Ultra Bright Photoluminescent Rigid Plastic: Ultra Bright rigid plastic has a photoluminescent (glow in the dark) pigmentation which offers a highly effective, reliable, and energy-free visibility in low-light or blackout conditions, making them ideal for emergency exit applications. The afterglow properties exceed PSPA Class C grade, as measured to DIN 6751, provides razor sharp definition in blackout conditions.

Ultra Bright Photoluminescent Self Adhesive: Ultra Bright self adhesive vinyl is a flexible PVC with photoluminescent (glow in the dark) pigmentation. The self-adhesive backing enables quick, tool-free application on smooth, clean surfaces like walls and doors. The afterglow properties exceed PSPA Class C grade, as measured to DIN 6751, provides razor sharp definition in blackout conditions, making them ideal for emergency escape applications.