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A little bit about us….
About D G Controls Ltd: Our products are made in our purpose built factory in Swadlincote, deep in the heart of Derbyshire. Being a British manufacturer has its benefits. Alongside the pride we feel as a family owned company contributing to the British economy, our...
A little about LED & Filament Bulbs..
Here at D.G. Controls Ltd, we are constantly updating the technology in our beacons to make them more energy efficient. With that in mind, we have completed the process of replacing all our filament lamp beacons with LED lamp beacons. How they work: ⚡ LED Lamps In...
🚨 How Does Our LED Obstacle Warning Beacon Meet ICAO Standards?
The deegee SBB LED aviation warning beacon meets ICAO Annex 14 Chapter 6 regulations for low-intensity Type-B fixed obstacle lights. Units with the InfraRed option also comply with the IR requirements set by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. Measuring...
What is a beacon..?
A warning beacon is a device designed to attract attention to a specific location. Beacons are one of the most beneficial devices that help to provide safety and security to any area or application. There are many different types of warning beacons on the market...
Did you know there are different types of beacons..?
There are different types of beacon lights – a static beacon, a strobe beacon, a rotating beacon and a pulsing beacon. The mode you select for your application will not only aid increased awareness, but it will also help people to know how to react. Looking a little...
Beacons & their applications
Deegee Warning Beacons and Sounders serve a wide range of applications, from Loading Bays and Aviation Warning to Emergency Evacuation, and operate worldwide! Shown here are the deegee XFL Xenon Strobe Beacon, and PSD Surface Mount LED dual Function Beacon in...
Warning Signal Applications – How to choose the right one 🚨
When choosing a warning signal there are many things that need to be considered for selecting the correct warning signal for the intended environment. Firstly, you need to start by looking at the location of the intended warning signal and consider:- The IP...
Beacon Lights – A Short Guide
🚨 Beacon Lights - A Short Guide 🚨 Beacon lights play a vital part in providing safety to todays world. They have become a part in our daily lives, providing safety even when we do not realise it. Different types of beacon lights and different colours are utilised in...
Modular Stacking Beacons
Modular Stacking Beacons are also known as Beacon Stacks, Andon Lights, Indicator Lights, Signal Tower Lights and Light Towers.They are a very easy to use product due to their click together mechanism, making them ideal for many applications, particularly for...
Did you know that an LED Rotating Mirror Beacon emits a more intensified beam of light than standard LED models?
Our range of traditional Rotating Mirror Beacons have a SOLID STATE LED LIGHT SOURCE.💡 No more unreliable filament bulbs to replace – less maintenance and an extremely high light output! Our Rotating Mirror LED Beacons (RM-LED) have an LED array, which is reflected...
Coding Principles of Beacons & Indicators
A visual signal must be designed in such a way that anyone who sees it can recognise it and is able to react immediately to it. Colours should also contrast with other colours – and even shapes in the same area to make them distinguishable, again, so that they can be...
Rotating Beacons
Rotating Beacons are ideal for various applications and are a great option for when an alternative is required to a flashing or static warning signal. Applications include vehicles, such as trucks and forklifts, fire and security systems, industrial process control...
Pulsed LED Beacons
Pulsed beacons are commonly used to warn of dangers or to signify an alarm. They work by an electronic circuit inside the beacon that controls the light source; turning it off and on constantly according to the flash rate set by the end-user, for example, 120fpm. Here...
Modular Stacking Beacons
DG Controls Modular Stacking Beacons are suited for a range of applications but are particularly ideal for multi-status signalling applications and commonly used on machinery to draw attention to fault conditions and warning messages. The towers are easily assembled...
Installation Accessories
There are a wide variety of installation accessories available with most sounders and beacons that help to aide greater visibility, makes general maintenance of the unit easier as it is more accessible and provides protection from nearby elements. Wall Mounted...
Telephone Ring Initiated Beacons
Telephone ring initiated beacons are designed for applications where a visual indication is required of a telephone ringing – for example in a factory where a high ambient noise level means it is difficult to hear a ringing telephone. They are also commonly used for...
Combined Sounder Beacons
It can often be difficult to hear an audible alarm if there is a lot of background noise. Similarly, it can be difficult to see a visual alarm in bright sunlight or if it is out of your line of sight. A combined sounder beacon addresses these problems by giving both a...
Beacon Installation
There are many considerations to think about when installing any type of beacon, the most important of course being that the work is carried out by qualified personnel. Further points to consider include application, orientation, mounting, maintenance and voltage drop...
The Advantages of LEDs
There are many advantages to using LED’s over other lamp types, the most important one being savings in time and money in the long term - see below for many more advantages! Long LifeThe main advantage of using LED’s is the fact they have a much longer life expectancy...
IP Ratings
IP Rating (Ingress Protection) The IP rating system (or Ingress Protection rating) is a scale of how waterproof and airtight an item is. Words like ‘waterproof’ can be fairly vague so using the IP system gives a clear and concise guide to ensure that an item is...
Aviation Light Signals
Aviation lighting is essential in keeping everyone safe; it ensures that building and objects can be seen in low light as well as helping both the pilot and air traffic controller communicate on landing in the form of light signals. In case of communication failure or...
Modular Stacking Beacons & Their Applications
The safety of the work place is the primary concern of any industry around the globe. The technology of warning beacons has been playing a vital role in the construction industry and alike businesses to secure their overall operation. A popular way of doing so is to...
The benefits of Electronic Sounders
Ensuring safety in the workplace demands the use of different tools and devices. One very effective device is the electronic sounder, which is ideal for various applications, including factories and the manufacturing industry. It produces loud sounds to catch people’s...
5 Important Aspects To Consider in Tunnel Lighting
Tunnel lighting is a crucial project which requires criteria that need to be followed. The major factor involves proper lighting to keep drivers safe upon entering and exiting the tunnel. That being said, illumination is essential for tunnels as it differs from the...
Loading Bay Traffic Lights – Dock Protection
Traffic lights are an essential tool to sustain the movement of goods along loading areas. Accidents may occur when there are no proper dock solutions. What are Loading Bay Traffic Lights? Loading bay traffic lights are an LED-based system that consumes less power...
Top 10 Crane Hand Signals
Hand signals are essential to better control crane operations. It demands a skilled person to communicate hand signals well with other workers in the area. This post explains different hand signals to finish crane projects safely. 1. Hoist Lifting the load requires...
Tunnel Lighting & Fixtures
LED light is the most common lighting requirement used for tunnels. It provides many benefits to anyone passing through the passageway in terms of safety, as well as fewer maintenance costs needed. LED Lights for Tunnels A tunnel is a poorly lit space and has...
Top 5 Dock Lighting Ideas
Adding lights around your dock is for both visual appeal and safety purposes. Proper lighting prevents boats and people from danger, such as collisions, and also falling in the water. What is Dock Lighting? LED signals are available for dock lighting which illuminates...
Loading Bay Lighting & Safety Accessories
Dock solutions are necessary for safer loading and unloading of goods. This consists of loading bay lighting accessories to assist operation and eliminate injuries among workers. As well as promoting a safer environment they also enhance the overall operation of the...
How Signalling Devices Ensure Safety During Crane Operations
Safety is crucial where crane operations are in place, especially between the operators and other workers wherein loads are nearby. So, audible and visual warnings become an essential to avoid significant damages. What is a Crane Operation? Crane operations make...