Well-designed illuminated handrails can provide dark sky and ecologically-sensitive lighting for pathways, steps and footbridges. LED lighting can be specified as individual luminaires or linear strip lights. What are the benefits of each approach?
Benefits of modular LED luminaires (projectors - spotlights / gangs)
Eco-friendly and specifically tailored light dispersion and performance
Fully controllable lighting temperatures and levels
More flexible application for use in curved rail or bespoke top rail designs
Extremely robust, tougher and more durable than other options
Easier and practical to maintain
Lower failure risk
Lower impact on the lighting scheme - if one projector fails the remaining lights remain working
Lower cost / better value for money, more cost effective
Illuminated handrails with LED Spotlight Luminaires on raised walkway
Benefits of LED linear strip lights
Continuous lighting dispersion up to 120°, ideal for centrally located handrails
Provides a continuous lighting feature
Can follow gentle curves
Uses off-the-shelf slotted handrail
Can be tailored to fit any handrail gap between post uprights
Illuminated handrail / balustrade with Linear LED lighting
Conclusion
For high-quality private or commercial LED handrail schemes, using modular and modular arrays (gangs) offers more flexibility and control than linear LED. It is also more robust, easier to maintain and provides better value for money.
ASF illuminated handrail solutions
ASF manufactures high-quality stainless steel handrails, balustrades and pedestrian barrier systems. Most ASF standard products can be fitted with LED modules (spotlights) or LED linear luminaire strip lights. And if a bespoke solution is required, ASF has the manufacturing capability and expertise to deliver.
If you have an illuminated handrail project you'd like to discuss, call 01484 401414 or SEND ENQUIRY opposite.
