Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Emergency Lighting Solutions Since 1938
Founded in 1938, Big Beam Emergency Systems has established itself as a leader in manufacturing high-quality life safety lighting solutions. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through 80+ years of innovation, a UL-certified facility, and complete in-house control of the manufacturing process from raw materials to finished products. We specialize in emergency lights, exit signs, and backup systems designed for commercial, industrial, and specialized applications worldwide.Our lifetime warranty on emergency lighting products and portable lanterns reflects our confidence in durability and performance. With over 50 standard product series and custom design capabilities, we address critical safety needs while maintaining strict compliance with NFPA and UL standards. Our team prioritizes personalized service, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions and technical support.
Services
Emergency Lights
Exit Signs
Portable Lanterns
UPS Backup Systems
Battery Backup
LED Lighting
NEMA Rated Fixtures
Wet Location Signs
Industrial Lighting
Custom Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1938
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of experience in life safety lighting solutions.
- Our products carry an exclusive lifetime warranty for unmatched reliability.
- We operate a UL-certified facility with full manufacturing process control.
- Our engineering team creates custom solutions for specialized applications.
- We maintain compliance with NFPA 70 and NFPA 101 safety codes.
Associations and certifications
- Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
Services
Emergency Lights
Our emergency lights provide reliable illumination during power outages. Designed for commercial and industrial settings, these UL 924-certified fixtures ensure compliance with safety codes. Durable construction and battery backup systems guarantee functionality in critical situations.
Exit Signs
LED exit signs meet Chicago and New York approval standards. Available in wet location, die-cast, and edge-lit models, these signs ensure visibility in emergencies. Energy-efficient designs operate effectively in harsh environments.
UPS Backup Systems
Uninterruptible power supply systems maintain lighting during outages. Ranging from 55W to 125kW capacity, these inverters support incandescent, fluorescent, and LED fixtures. Suitable for industrial applications requiring 90 minutes of emergency operation.
Portable Lanterns
Durable portable lanterns offer lifetime reliability for emergency use. Designed for rugged environments, these units feature long-lasting construction and easy portability. Ideal for maintenance and safety personnel during power failures.
Custom Solutions
Custom-engineered lighting addresses unique safety requirements. From specialized NEMA ratings to custom color finishes, our in-house team develops tailored solutions. Maintains compliance with UL and NFPA standards.
Questions
Does Big Beam offer a warranty on emergency lighting products?
Yes, we provide a lifetime warranty on all emergency lights, exit signs, and portable lanterns.
Are your exit signs compliant with local codes?
Our exit signs meet Chicago, New York, and UL 924 certification requirements for emergency lighting.
Can you create custom emergency lighting solutions?
Yes, our in-house engineering team develops customized lighting systems for specialized applications.
What types of battery backup systems do you offer?
We provide sealed lead calcium, Ni-Cad, and refillable battery options for emergency lighting systems.
Is Big Beam UL certified?
Yes, we operate a UL-certified facility for emergency lighting product testing and manufacturing.
Reviews (2)
Brian The Tower Guy
Dec 05, 2021
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Love the classic big beam units with LED heads. The chargers are very good. and the PAR 46 LED heads are very bright
Patrycja Labno
Jun 24, 2020
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Value THE WORST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS. THESE PEOPLE ARE HORRIBLE. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE, PRODUCTS ARE TRASH! DON'T LET THESE PEOPLE TAKE YOUR MONEY
