Protecting Lighting Fixtures in Harsh Environments

When designing lighting for special projects such as coastal or chemical applications, it’s critical to consider the harsh environment, which can accelerate the corrosion of fixtures due to salty spray. To prevent damage and ensure longevity, lighting fixtures must adhere to the ISO 12944 standard.

What is ISO12944

ISO 12944 is the global standard for corrosion protection of steel structures using protective paint systems. First released in 1998, it was developed by experts from various countries and companies to establish a comprehensive guideline for safeguarding steel structures.

This standard is essential for architects, engineers, specifiers, and applicators, providing detailed instructions on selecting and applying coatings. It consists of nine parts, addressing environmental classification, protective paint systems, laboratory test methods, and specific systems and tests for offshore structures.

By following ISO 12944, professionals can ensure the longevity and durability of steel structures in diverse and challenging environments.

Which level is suitable for your projects?

The ISO12944 has been updated to the edition 2018, there are some significant changes to the latest standard, you can see from the below table to check which level is the most suitable for you.

And categories low, medium, high, and very high show the duration of the protection.

The lighting products from AGC Lighting mainly with C5M, or some high corrosion resistance products show C5-H for the coastal and offshore projects.

You are always free to contact us to choose the right products for special projects such as coastal or chemical applications.