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To order or for more information, contact customer service at 513-975-1338 or customer.service@cincyblind.orgUL 1994 • UL 924 • ASTM E2072/2073 • IBC/IFC • NFPA

2020 Edition - 001

State of OhioCommunity Rehabilitation Program

Contract #30167Index #713

PhotoluminescentExit, Egress, Safety, & First Responder Catalog

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Photoluminescent Exit SignsEXIT SIGNS - NO ELECTRICITY REQUIRED!Quickly and easily identify exits if the lights go out through the use of advanced photoluminescent lettering. Variety of signs and mounting options available. No batteries or electricity required, easy to install, no wires, no need to hire an electrician, LEED Certified and UL 924 Listed. IBC/IFC compliant. Use these signs to replace existing electric signs.

Eligible for 3 different LEED Credits.See page 14 for more information.

A

MOUNTING OPTIONS

B

C

A) 3” ceiling mount disc (to be used with 4’ Drop

Down Post Extension) Item #32253 - $8.00

B) 4’ Drop Down Post Extension(to be used with item

#32175 or #32176) Item #32180 - $25.00

C) Universal Channel Mount Kit - Ceiling or Wall Mount

(compatible with one or two-sided metal or lucite signs)

Item #32176 - $40.00

D) Brushed Aluminum Frame with Wall and Ceiling Mounting Kit

(to be used with one-sided aluminum signs)

Item #32175 - $40.00

D

You can schedule a Product Installation appointment for $81.00/installer/hour or a Facilities Egress Assessment for $160.00/hour. To order or schedule an installation appointment, contact customer service at 513-975-1338 or customer.service@cincyblind.org

LUCITE

Clear with Universal Wall/Ceiling Mounting Kit, One-Sided

Item #32177 - $130.00

Mirrored with Universal Wall/Ceiling Mounting Kit, One-Sided

Item #32178 - $140.00

Mirrored, Double-Sided Conversion, No Frame, No Mount

(to be used with item #32178)Item #32179 - $85.00

100’ VISIBILITY

100’ VISIBILITY: Silver, Green, Red, or White Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided(Silver) Item #35305 - $140.00(Green) Item #35303 - $140.00(Red) Item #35302 - $140.00

(White) Item #35304 - $140.00Custom Colors Available - Item #35306 - $140.00

PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT SIGNEXIT-PL-100

E363520 CABVI1

“NOTICE: MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE 100 FEET (30.48 METERS) SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR WET LOCATIONS”

CAUTION: Minimum 5 fc Fluorescent, Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, or LED light on sign face at all times of building occupancy. Low Location Approved.

“NOTICE: MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE 100 FEET (30.48 METERS) SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR WET LOCATIONS”

CAUTION: Minimum 5 fc Fluorescent, Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, or LED light on sign face at all times of building occupancy. Low Location Approved.

“NOTICE: MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE 100 FEET (30.48 METERS) SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR WET LOCATIONS”

CAUTION: Minimum 5 fc Fluorescent, Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, or LED light on sign face at all times of building occupancy. Low Location Approved.

PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT SIGNEXIT-GR-PL-100E363520 CABVI1

“NOTICE: MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE 100 FEET (30.48 METERS) SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR WET LOCATIONS”

CAUTION: Minimum 5 fc Fluorescent, Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, or LED light on sign face at all times of building occupancy. Low Location Approved.

PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT SIGNEXIT-RD-PL-100E363520 CABVI1

“NOTICE: MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE 100 FEET (30.48 METERS) SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR WET LOCATIONS”

CAUTION: Minimum 5 fc Fluorescent, Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, or LED light on sign face at all times of building occupancy. Low Location Approved.

PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT SIGNEXIT-WH-PL-100E363520 CABVI1

50’ VISIBILITY

50’ VISIBILITY: Silver, Green, Red, or White Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided (Silver) Item #32172 - $80.00(Green) Item #32791 - $80.00(Red) Item #32173 - $80.00

(White) Item #32174 - $80.00

CAUTION: Minimum 5 fc Fluorescent, Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, or LED light on sign face at all times of building occupancy. Low Location Approved.

PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT SIGNEG EXIT M GR

E483541

“NOTICE: MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE 50 FEET (15.24 METERS)”

CAUTION: Minimum 5 fc Fluorescent, Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, or LED light on sign face at all times of building occupancy. Low Location Approved.

PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT SIGNEG EXIT M RD

E483541

“NOTICE: MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE 50 FEET (15.24 METERS)”

CAUTION: Minimum 5 fc Fluorescent, Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, or LED light on sign face at all times of building occupancy. Low Location Approved.

PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT SIGNEG EXIT M WH

E483541

“NOTICE: MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE 50 FEET (15.24 METERS)”

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Photoluminescent Safety SignsPVC SIGNSOur photoluminescent safety signs utilize advanced photoluminescent technology, which brightly illuminates surrounding areas and stays visible in the dark for hours. Signs may be recharged indefinitely. Photoluminescent safety signs (such as running man, floor number signs, etc.) are available in a variety of sizes. Custom signs, colors, and sizes are also available. Photoluminescent signs are the MOST energy efficient signs available. No batteries or electricity required, easy to install, no wires, no need to hire an electrician.

Not an Exit, 8 x 8Item #32191 - $20.00

NOT AN EXIT

Directional Arrow, 8 x 8(Side) Item #32189 - $20.00

(Corner) Item #32190 - $20.00

Stairs, 8 x 8Item #32194 - $20.00

Stairwell Floor Identifier, Floors 1-10, 8 x 8,

Item #32188 - $20.00(specify floor # upon order)

EXIT Left or Right, 8 x 8(Left) Item #32192 - $20.00

(Right) Item #32193 - $20.00

EXIT

EXIT, 12 x 9Item #32200 - $22.00

FLOOR

1

Running Man with Directional Arrow, 12 x 6

(Different Arrow Directions)See page 8 for

Product Numbers - $24.00

Time Delayed Door, 9 x 12Item #32201 - $22.00

PRESS BARAlarm Will Sound

TIME-DELAYED EXIT DOOR

WAIT

PUSHDOOROPEN

Fire Extinguisher, 6 x 12Item #32187 - $24.00

In Case of Fire, 9 x 12 Item #32202 - $22.00

In case of fire

Do not use elevator

Use the EXIT stairs

No Smoking, 8 x 8Item #32198 - $15.00

NON-PHOTOLUMINESCENT PVC SIGNS

Door Remain Unlocked, 8 x 8Item #32196 - $15.00

Fire Door Keep Closed, 8 x 8Item #32197 - $15.00

THIS IS A FIRE DOOR

KEEP CLOSED!THIS FIRE DOOR HAS BEEN INSTALLED FOR YOUR

PROTECTION IN CASE OF FIRE, IT MAY SAVE YOUR LIFE. IT SHOULD BE KEPT CLOSED AT ALL TIMES WHEN NOT IN USE.

DO NOT BLOCKOR FASTEN OPEN!

THIS DOORMUST REMAIN

UNLOCKEDDURING

BUSINESS HOURS

Emergency Exit, Green, 12 x 3Item #32182 - $19.00

Emergency Exit, Red, 12 x 3Item #35509 - $19.00

ADHESIVE LABELS

Standpipe, 3 x 8Item #32181 - $16.00

STANDPIEP EMERGENCY EXITEMERGENCY EXIT

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Photoluminescent

Non-Photoluminescent

Custom SignsPHOTOLUMINESCENT AND NON-PHOTOLUMINESCENT SIGNSVariety of colors and sizing available.Item #35508 for all sizes and designs.

For more information or to request a quote, contact Bryan Heeb at 859-445-1677 or bryan.heeb@cincyblind.org

IFC and ADA Compliant

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Photoluminescent Egress ProductsNO ELECTRICITY REQUIRED

Semi-Rigid Tape Strip for Stairs, 47” x 1”Item #35309 - $35.00

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODESection 1025: Luminous Egress Path Markings

1025.1 General.Approved luminous egress path markings delineating the exit path shall be provided in high-rise buildings of Group A, B, E, I-1, M or R-1 occupancies in accordance with this section.

Exception: Luminous egress path markings shall not be required on the level of exit discharge in lobbies that serve as part of the exit path in accordance with Section 1028.1, Exception 1.

1025.2 Markings within exit components.Egress path markings shall be provided in interior exit stairways, interior exit ramps and exit passageways, in accordance with Sections 1025.2.1 through 1025.2.6.

1025.2.1 StepsA solid and continuous stripe shall be applied to the horizontal leading edge of each step and shall extend for the full length of the step. Outlining stripes shall have a minimum horizontal width of 1 inch (25 mm) and a maximum width of 2 inches (51 mm). The leading edge of the strip shall be placed not more than 1/₂ inch (12.7 mm) from the leading edge of the step and the stripe shall not overlap the leading edge of the step by not more than 1/₂ inch (12.7 mm) down the vertical face of the step.

Exception: The minimum width of 1 inch (25 mm) shall not apply to outlining stripes listed in accordance with UL 1994.

1025.2.2 Landings.The leading edge of landings shall be marked with a stripe consistent with the dimensional requirements for steps.

PHOTOLUMINESCENT EGRESS PRODUCTS

Door Knob Locator Ring, 5.5” or 4.5”, 5 Per Pack(5.5”) Item #35307 - $125.00(4.5”) Item #35308 - $100.00

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Photoluminescent TapesTAPESIlluminate your railings, door openings, floors and other items including: apparatus, ladder beams and more with our photoluminescent adhesive tape. This tape will glow for several hours when fully charged. Tape has been UL tested to exceed ASTM E2072/3 per UL 1994. Meets IBC/IFC and NFPA Standards. Photoluminescent multipurpose adhesive tape with directional arrows. Illuminates exits and escape routes to safely direct people if the lights go out. Can be charged by any light source (sun, artificial light, low light). Will illuminate surroundings for several hours when fully charged. Can withstand high temperatures. May be re-charged repeatedly. Available in 25’ and 50’ lengths.

HIGHLIGHTS:Made with advanced photoluminescent technology™ using 3M® industrial grade adhesive.• Durable, designed to withstand high temperatures• Can be charged by any light source (sun, artificial light, low light) & will recharge indefinitely• Laboratory tested to emit light up to 30 hours* when fully charged• UL tested to exceed ASTM E2072 standard for photoluminescent (phosphorescent) safety markings

Available in 25’ & 50’ Lengths(25’) Item #32204 - $40.00(50’) Item #32205 - $75.00

With Directional Arrows, Available in 25’ & 50’ Lengths(25’) Item #32206 - $50.00(50’) Item #32207 - $85.00

Grip Wrap Available in 5’ & 10’ Lengths(5’) Item #32208 - $45.00

(10’) Item #32209 - $80.00

Helmet Band:Track firefighters and increase safety

in smoky or dark environments.Item #32210 - $26.00

Customizable Adhesive Label 6 3/₈ x 3 1/₂ :Quickly and easily identify individual

firefighters in smoky conditions.Item #32211 - $20.00

Photoluminescent Products for First RespondersFIRST RESPONDERSHelp keep your first responders safe with our photoluminescent safety products. These products use our advanced photoluminescent technology to keep your first responders visible in dark or smoky conditions.

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Photoluminescent Product Numbers

Adhesive Tape, 1 1/4” x 25’Adhesive Tape, 1 1/4” x 50’ Adhesive Tape with Directional Arrows, 1 1/4” x 25’ Adhesive Tape with Directional Arrows, 1 1/4” x 50’5.5” Door Knob Locator Ring, 5 Per Pack4.5” Door Knob Locator Ring, 5 Per PackSemi-Rigid Tape Strip for Stairs, 1” x 42”

32204322053220632207353073530835309

$40.00 $75.00 $50.00 $85.00$125.00$100.00$35.00

Photoluminescent Tapes & Egress Products

50’ Silver Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided 50’ Red Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided 50’ Green Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided 50’ White Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided Brushed Aluminum Frame with Wall and Ceiling Mounting Kit (to be used with one-sided aluminum sign)Universal Channel Mount Kit - Ceiling or Wall Mount (compatible with one or two-sided metal or lucite signs)50’ Clear Exit Sign with Universal Wall/Ceiling Mounting Kit, One-Sided50’ Mirrored Exit Sign with Universal Wall/Ceiling Mounting Kit, One-Sided50’ Mirrored Exit Sign, Double-Sided Conversion, No Frame, No Mount (to be used with item #32178)4’ Drop Down Post Extension (to be used with item #32175 or #32176) 3” ceiling mount disc (to be used with 4’ Drop Down Post Extension)100’ Red Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided100’ Green Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided100’ White Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided100’ Silver Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided100’ Custom Color Composite Metal Exit Sign, No Frame, No Mount, One-Sided

32172321733279132174321753217632177321783217932180322533530235303353043530535306

$80.00$80.00$80.00$80.00$40.00$40.00$130.00$140.00$85.00$25.00$8.00

$140.00$140.00$140.00$140.00$140.00

Exit Signs

Photoluminescent Adhesive Label, “Standpipe”, 3 x 8 Photoluminescent Adhesive Label, “Emergency Exit”, Green, 12 x 3Photoluminescent Adhesive Label, “Emergency Exit”, Red, 12 x 3Photoluminescent PVC Sign, Running Man with Directional Arrow, 12 x 6, Bottom RightPhotoluminescent PVC Sign, Running Man with Directional Arrow, 12 x 6, Bottom LeftPhotoluminescent PVC Sign, Running Man with Directional Arrow, 12 x 6, Top RightPhotoluminescent PVC Sign, Running Man with Directional Arrow, 12 x 6, Top Left Photoluminescent PVC Sign, Fire Extinguisher, 6 x 12 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, Stairwell Floor Identifier, Floors 1-10, 8 x 8 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, Side Directional Arrow, 8 x 8 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, Corner Directional Arrow, 8 x 8 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, “Not an Exit”, 8 x 8 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, EXIT Left, 8 x 8 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, EXIT Right, 8 x 8 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, Stairs, 8 x 8 PVC Sign, “Door Remain Unlocked”, 8 x 8 PVC Sign, “Fire Door Keep Closed”, 8 x 8

32181321823550932183321843218532186321873218832189321903219132192321933219432196321973219832200322013220237741

$16.00$19.00$19.00$24.00$24.00$24.00$24.00$24.00$20.00$20.00$20.00$20.00$20.00$20.00$20.00$15.00$15.00$15.00$22.00$22.00$22.00$145.00

Safety Signs

ITEM NAME PRICEITEM NUMBER

First Responders

Grip Wrap 5’ Grip Wrap 10’ Helmet Band Label, Custom, SBCA ID, Adhesive Back, Photoluminescent

32208322093221032211

$45.00$80.00$26.00$20.00

Services

Facilities Egress AssessmentProduct Installation

3279232793

$160.00/hour$81.00/installer/hour

To order contact Bryan Heeb at 859-445-1677 or bryan.heeb@cincyblind.org

3790837907

3791037909

37911

$50.00

$100.00 $75.00

$145.00$60.00

PVC Sign, “No Smoking”, 8 x 8 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, EXIT, 12 x 9 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, “Time Delayed Door”, 9 x 12 Photoluminescent PVC Sign, “In Case of Fire”, 9 x 12Photoluminescent Customizable Stairwell Sign, ADA/Fire Code Compliant, Black Letters with Photoluminescent Background, 12 x 18 Photoluminescent Customizable Stairwell Sign Black Letters with Photoluminescent Background, 12x12 Photoluminescent Customizable Stairwell Sign, Black Letters with Photoluminescent Background, 8 x 12 Photoluminescent Customizable Stairwell Sign, Black Letters with Photoluminescent Background, 8 x 8 Photoluminescent Customizable Stairwell Sign, Black Letters with Photoluminescent Background, 6 x 12

$35.00Photoluminescent Customizable Stairwell Sign, Black Letters with Photoluminescent Background, 6 x 6

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Index No.: GDC713Eff. Date: 12/17/2018Page No.: 1

STATE OF OHIODEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

GENERAL SERVICES DIVISIONOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT FROM COMMUNITY REHABILITATION PROGRAMS

4200 SURFACE ROAD, COLUMBUS, OH 43228-1395

MANDATORY USE CONTRACT FOR: Photo Luminescent Exit and Safety Signs, Egress Products, First Responder Products

CONTRACT No.: CRP30167 EFFECTIVE DATES: 05/01/2017 to 04/30/2019

The Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Office of Procurement from Community Rehabilitation Programs (OPCRP) has accepted the proposal submitted in response to the Contract Number listed above by the certified Community Rehabilitation Program (CRP) and/or the certified Agent of a Community Rehabilitation Program (Agent). The CRP and/or Agent listed herein has been awarded a contract for the services or supplies listed. The respective ordering office contractapproval form, contract terms and conditions, supplemental terms and conditions, pricing schedules, specifications, and any attachments incorporated by reference and accepted by DAS become a part of this Mandatory Contract.

This Mandatory Contract is effective beginning and ending on the dates noted above unless, prior to the expiration date, the Contract is renewed, terminated or cancelled in accordance with the Contract Terms and Conditions.

This mandatory contract is available to all state agencies, state institutions of higher education and any or all political subdivisions within the 88 counties of the State of Ohio as applicable.

This contract award by Office of Procurement from Community Rehabilitation Program is in accordance with Sections 125.60 to 125.6012 of the Revised Code.

Agencies are eligible to make purchases of the listed supplies and/or services in any amount and at any time as determined by the agency. The State makes no representation or guarantee that agencies will purchase the volume of supplies and/or services as initially advertised or described.

State agencies may make purchases under this Mandatory Contract up to $2500.00 using the State of Ohio Payment Card. Any purchase that exceeds $2500.00 will be made using the official state of Ohio purchase order(ADM-0523). Any non-state agency, institution of higher education or Cooperative Purchasing member will use forms applicable to their respective agency.

This mandatory contract and any amendments thereto are available from the DAS Web site at the following address:

www.procure.ohio.gov

Signed: __________________________________________________________Robert Blair, Director Date

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Safety Analysis Summary

ASSUMPTIONS

EXIT SIGN ENERGY USE BY THE NUMBERSAnnual Carbon

Dioxide (CO2) Pollution

0 Pounds

72 Pounds

230 Pounds

574 Pounds

Exit Sign Lighting Technology

Our Signs

LED

Fluorescent/CFL

Incandescent

AnnualEnergy Use

0 kWh

44 kWh

140 kWh

350 kWh

AnnualEnergy Costs

$0

$4

$11

$28

LampService Life

Not Applicable

10+ Years

10.8 Months

2.8 Months

Table from www.energystar.gov and modified to include our products.

Annual Energy Use and CostsOur Signs vs. Traditional/LED Exit Signs

$50

$40

$30

$20

$10

$ 0

350 kWh

140 kWh

44 kWh0

CABVI LED Fluorescent/CFL Incandescent

ENERGY USE

ENER

GY

COST

S

Annual Carbon Dioxide (CO2) PollutionOur Signs vs. Traditional/LED Exit Signs

600

500

400

300

200

100

0CABVI LED Fluorescent/CFL Incandescent

0

ENERGY USE

POU

ND

S

It is widely believed that it costs between $200 and $500 for the sign cost and installation of a traditional or LED exit sign. For purposes of our analysis we have chosen costs in the low range at $280.

We have estimated the annual operating cost of LED, fluorescent and incandescent signs to be $57, $71 and $88 respectively. Our exit sign has no annual operating costs. Our analysis includes replacing each LED exit sign when they go bad at a cost of $40 ($30 for sign and $10 for labor).

In our analysis of existing locations, we have increased the cost of installation by $10 to remove the existing exit sign and cap the electricity.

Monthly inspections: According to NFPA101, electric exit signs must undergo a 30-second test every month.

Yearly inspections: NFPA101 also requires that electric exit signs simulate being on battery backup for 90 minutes every year.

NO ANNUAL TESTING

REQUIRED!

ANNUAL COST SAVINGS OF $50 - $85 DOLLARS PER YEAR PER SIGN!

IncandescentFluorescentLEDCABVI

InstallSign CostLabor

Annual CostBatteriesBulbsPeriodic TestingElectricityReplacement Sign ($30 ea x 20%) Replacement Labor ($10 ea x 20%)

$80$10 $90

-----

-

$0

$30$250 $280

$15-

$30$4$6

$2

$57

$25$250$275

$15$15$30$11

-

-

$71

$20$250$270

$15$15$30$28

-

-

$88

11

15 YEAR SAVINGSwith CABVI Exit Signs

$15M

$10M

$5M

0

CABVIvs. LED

CABVIvs. Fluorescent

CABVIvs. Incandescent

New Construction Existing Construction

CABVI SAFETY EXIT SIGN SAVINGS PER 10,000 SIGNSCABVI vs. IncandescentCABVI vs. FluorescentCABVI vs. LED

New ConstructionImmediate Install Savings15 Year Savings

Existing LocationsInitial InvestmentReturn on InvestmentTotal Savings (15 years)Payback in YearsInternal Rate of Return

$1,500,000$10,050,000

$1,500,000570%

$7,050,0002.6

38%

$1,450,000$12,100,000

$1,500,000710%

$9,150,0002.1

47%

$1,400,000$14,600,000

$1,500,000880%

$11,700,0001.7

59%

Total 15 Year Costs - Existing LocationsTotal Cost Per Sign

$1,400

$1,050

$ 700

$ 350

0CABVI LED Fluorescent Incandescent

Breakeven in Years - Existing LocationsBreakeven in Years

2.3

1.7

1.2

0.6

0Fluorescent IncandescentLED

$7-$14+ MILLION DOLLAR SAVINGS

PER 10,000 SIGNS

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Reference Letters

The Honorable Stephen T. AyersArchitect of the CapitolSB-15, U.S. CapitolWashington, DC 20515

Dear Mr. Ayers,

Recent incidents at federal buildings, including the U.S. Capitol Complex, have been a sobering reminder of the unique challenges we face as we work to ensure the safety and security of the millions of Americans who visit and work in federal government buildings every day. Effective signage to guide people to safety is just one component of sound emergency preparedness.

I write to bring to your attention a new, state-of-the-art technology that I believe may provide a cost-effective solution to some of these unique safety challenges at federal buildings.

Photoluminescent technology may be used in the form of signage, such as exit signs for office buildings with complex architectural layouts. These photoluminescent signs offer several advantages over traditional signs because they do not require electricity to operate.

In the event of an emergency, people rely on exit signs to guide them to safety. However, the vast majority of traditional exit signs require electricity to operate. If a natural disaster, terrorist attack or power outage were to occur, a federal building’s electricity supply could be compromised, rendering traditional electric signs, useless, jeopardizing the safety and security of all occupants.

Moreover, the electricity required to operate traditional electric safety signs increases building operational costs through higher electricity consumption.

Reports from Energystar.gov indicate that this technology is more energy-efficient and less costly than the old electric and LED signs.

As Energystar.gov indicates, Photoluminescent exit signs are a potential cost-saving alternative to the traditional signs in the following ways:• Photoluminescent signs require no back-up batteries• Photoluminescent signs require no light bulbs to replace• Photoluminescent signs require no electricity• Photoluminescent signs require no periodic testing

Because of these differences, photoluminescent technology can offer substantial cost savings. As we look for new and improved ways to ensure the safety and security of the people who visit and work in federal buildings in these dangerous times, I respectfully request that you give the use of photoluminescent exit and safety signs every full and fair consideration in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

This innovative technology has the potential to save lives while saving the taxpayers money. As such, I believe it is worthy of consideration as a viable alternative to the electric signs.

Thank you in advance for your consideration and should you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to Chris Hess in my office at Chris.Hess@mail.house.gov or 202-225-2216. Additionally, please feel free to make this correspondence part of any public record.

Sincerely,

Steve ChabotMember of Congress

Brad WenstrupMember of Congress

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MN8, Foxfire and LumAware are registered trademarks of EVP International, LLC

10179 Wayne Ave.Cincinnati, Ohio, 45215 Phone: 513-761-7614 main | 513-728-9978 mobile E-Mail: rrielage@mn8foxfire.com Web: www.LumAwareSafety.com

To Whom It May Concern,

My name is Robert Rielage and I was the Fire Marshal for the State of Ohio in the promulgation of the Ohio Fire and Ohio Building Codes. As with nearly 40 of the states, Ohio’s codes are based on the International Code Council’s (ICC) family of codes, i.e. the IBC, IFC, IPC as well as the NEC written in conjunction with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Several other states use the NFPA 1 combined Building and Fire Codes as the basis for their state codes. Since 2009, both the ICC and NFPA have recognized photo luminescent (PL) Exit signs and PL egress systems as alternatives to the standard electric signs as long as they bear the certification of Underwriters’ Laboratory (UL) or a similar independent testing agency.

LumAware’s emergency EXIT signage includes this UL certification to assure compliance with these existing national standards. All of LumAware’s EXIT signs are stamped with the UL seal along with LumAware’s certification number. Hence, LumAware’s signage complies with the ICC and NFPA family of codes used as the basis for statewide Building and Fire codes in the majority of States, including Ohio.

We all know, however, that some local AHJ’s are not aware of change and especially the move toward LEED’s or energy conservation. In part, it is my roles with LumAware to discuss the codes with these AHJ’s and show how our signs are used interchangeably with those electrically powered. To date, with the exception of an AHJ requesting additional signs in a specific occupancy, we have had no jurisdiction reject the use of our certified PL signage.

I would be happy to assist you and your company with any future questions that may develop with new or renovated facilities. I would also suggest that we might discuss LumAware’s PL emergency signage with those AHJ’s at a pre-construction conference and my team and I would be happy to facilitate those discussions.

Sincerely,

Robert R. Rielage, CFO, EFO, FIFireESr. VP. Business Development

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ID Credit #1.1

Innovation in Design:

Significant Environmental Benefits

MR Credit #4

Materials and Resources:

Recycled Content

EA Credit #1

Energy and Atmosphere:

Optimizing Energy Performance

LEED Certified

To qualify for this LEED V2.2 Credit [worth up to 10 points] a building project must demonstrate improvement in the proposed building energy performance compared to a baseline criteria specified in ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1, or comply with prescriptive measures of ASHRAE ‘Advanced Energy Design Guide for Small Office Buildings’, or comply with the ‘Basis Criteria and Prescriptive Measures’ of the Advanced Buildings Benchmark. More points are awarded to building projects using less energy than “baseline” guidelines prescribed by ASHRAE or the Advanced Buildings Benchmark.

With respect to exit signs, these guidelines are formulated on the basis of installing modern LED exit signs which use about 5 watts of power. Although the impact of a few exit signs using 5 watts is not significant, larger facilities can employ thousands of exit signs in high and low applications. Recognizing

that electrically powered exit signs must be energized 24 hours/day x 365 days/year, a typical large building project with 500 LED exit signs, each using 5 watts of power, burns nearly 22,000 kwh of electricity annually, costing about $3,000 at $.14/kwh.

Since our Photoluminescent Exit Signs are charged from nearby area lighting and require no direct power, there is no related electricity cost. Consequently, our Photoluminescent Exit Signs will positively contribute to the calculations that determine the energy efficiency of a building project. Depending upon the number of exit signs in your building, this additional energy savings can be significant in obtaining points toward EA Credit #1.

There are two avenues available to obtain Innovation in Design points. Using our Photoluminescent Exit Signs works best with the avenue whereby the project team demonstrates a comprehensive approach toward employing a product or technology that has significant environmental benefits not addressed or credited in other LEED categories. The comprehensive approach targets optimizing the benefits and trade-offs of an innovation proposal throughout its life cycle phases: design, procurement, construction, operational and decommissioning.

The advantages of our Photoluminescent Exit Signs span all the life cycle phases with the following environmental benefits:• Fewer Building Materials Required • Energy Efficient • High Percentage of Recycled and Recyclable Materials• No Hazardous Materials or Wastes• Longer Lifespan• Less Maintenance

MR Credit #4 requires that 10% of the dollar value of permanently installed project materials consist of recycled content. The recycled content value of a material is determined by its adjusted recycled weight [=100% post consumer component weight + 50% pre-consumer component weight] multiplied by the total dollar value of the assembly.

Since several of our Photoluminescent Exit Signs are made primarily of metal with a high recycled content, these exit signs will contribute greatly toward this credit.

As an example, for a typical $89.95 aluminum wall mount Photoluminescent Exit Sign that weighs approx. 12.8 oz:• Post-consumer recycled content component weight = 5.9 oz• Pre-consumer recycled content component weight = 2.5 oz• Non-recycled component weight = 4.4 ounces

Recycled content value = [100% x [5.9/12.8 + .5 x 2.5/12.8]] x $89.95 of one exit sign = $49

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Compliance Certification

See General Information for Exit Signs, Self-luminous and Photoluminescent

CINCINNATI ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED 2045 Gilbert Ave Cincinnati, OH 45202 USA

Photoluminescent exit sign, Models EG-Exit-CLR-BE, EG-Exit-CLR-BL, EG-Exit-CLR-GR, EG-Exit-CLR-RD, EG-Exit-PL-BE, EG-Exit-PL-BL, EG-Exit-PL-GR, EG-Exit-PL-RD, EG-Exit-BE-PL, EG-Exit-BL-PL, EG-Exit-GN-PL, EG-Exit-GR-PL, EG-Exit-RD-PL, EG-Exit-M-BE, EG-Exit-M-BL, EG-Exit-M-GR and EG-Exit-M-RD, rated viewing distance 50 ft, minimum 5ft-c unfiltered fluorescent, metal halide, mercury vapor, or LED external illumination, Suitable for Floor Proximity Installation.

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1. The Guide Information, Assembles, Constructions, Designs, Systems, and/or Certifications (files) must be presented in their entirety and in a non-misleading manner, without any manipulation of the data (or drawings).

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Exit Signs, Self-luminous and Photoluminescent

FWBX.E483541 Exit Signs, Self-luminous and Photoluminescent

E483541

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All products in this catalog are assembled and/or packaged at the Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired.

Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to empower people of Greater Cincinnati who are blind or visually impaired with opportunities

to seek independence, which includes providing employment opportunities to people who are visually impaired or legally blind since 1911. With the national average of unemployment for people who are legally blind at 65%,

we are passionate about providing solutions that put people and ideas to work.

BRINGING SAFETY TO LIGHT.