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LIfECyCLE COsTs

lifecycle total cost of ownership (tCo) can make a real difference to any building owner or operator installing an emergency lighting system. Just like any other commercial investments, there is a balancing act between how much the system will initially cost to design and build (CapEx) and the operating costs (opEx) involved over its lifetime. Nevertheless, safety should always be at the forefront of any emergency lighting design.

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MAInTEnAnCE AnD sERVICIng

While testing an emergency lighting system is extremely important it does not encompass a maintenance programme sufficient to ensure people can evacuate safely, as well as meet regulatory standards. robust processes must be in place so that faulty equipment can be quickly repaired or replaced, and that any new products or components needed deliver the required performance and satisfy all regulations. While some building owners may choose to take on testing, maintenance responsibilities and arranging a simple repair or replacement themselves. however most – especially when it comes to larger systems – will choose an annual service contract with their emergency lighting supplier company. this ensures that fully trained engineers manage all aspects of testing and maintenance and arrange any repairs using oEM components to high compliance standards.

Facilities managers must consider all these factors and be confident in their efficacy to class their emergency lighting system as suitable for the building they manage, but also its occupants at any given time. n

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