Press information To download a text file of this release, a 250 pixel wide low-res RGB image for web use or a 300dpi CMYK print quality image, go to www.parkfield.co.uk 15 JOULE EXPLOSION PROOF SYNCHRONISED BEACONS Released 18 January 2001 The new BEx beacons from European Safety Systems are KEMA and ATEX Approved for use in Zone 1 and 2 environments, Gas Groups IIC, IIB and IIA. The BEx range is believed to be the only synchronised family on the market; this unique feature ensures that all beacons on a particular circuit flash in unison when activated, reinforcing the visual signal. Operation is from 12, 24 or 48VDC or 110 or 230VAC. The flash frequency is 1Hz, output levels are 5, 10 or 15 Joule and a choice of six lens colours is available. The Xenon flash tubes are mechanically restrained to improve resistance to shock and vibration, thereby avoiding premature failure. They are highly efficient, ensuring a low current draw in operation and they are also long life, the light output remains better than 80% of new even after 8 million operations. The units are sealed to IP67 and IP66, so they can be used in offshore and marine applications or in any onshore industry where water is likely to be encountered during operation or cleaning. In both the EEx d flameproof and the EEx de increased safety versions, the termination area is very large, making installation as easy as possible. Two cable entries are provided; the EEx d model will accept one 4mm2 or two 2.5mm2 cables; the EEX de unit has dual in and out terminals accepting two 4mm2 cables. The unique ratchet adjustable U bracket enables the beacon to be fixed to any horizontal or vertical surface. Whether wall mounted, ceiling mounted or floor mounted, the side of the beacon lens, the point of maximum light output, can be positioned or 'aimed' in order to give maximum visibility in the desired area . *** Ends 287 words *** Notes to Editors. For further information contact: E2S contact: John Rattlidge Sales & Marketing Manager European Safety Systems Limited Impress House Mansell Road London W3 7QH Tel: + 44 (0)208 743 8880 Fax: + 44 (0)208 740 4200 sales@e-2-s.com www.e-2-s.com Agency contact: Nigel May Parkfield Parkfield House Damerham Hants SP6 3HQ Tel: + 44 (0)1725 518321 Fax: + 44 (0)1725 518378 Nigel_May@parkfield.co.uk www.parkfield.co.uk European Safety Systems specialise in the design and manufacture of a wide range of Intrinsically Safe and Explosion Proof high performance sounders, strobes and beacons, including unique intelligent annunciation and audio messaging devices employing direct analogue signal storage on silicon technology.