Projected signage is transforming crane safety in UK warehouses and industrial sites by providing a smarter way to mark Safe Operating Zones (SOZs).
A SOZ is established around a crane to keep unauthorised staff away from danger zones, typically covering the full reach of the crane’s arm and a buffer zone. This protects workers from swinging loads or crane parts, prevents risks caused by equipment issues or weather conditions and helps to reduce operational downtime.
While painted and printed signage has been used in the past, projected alternatives from specialists like Projected Image offer a brighter, more durable and ultimately safer solution.
“With the risks posed by cranes, clear and robust safety signage is essential. Projected signs are the next generation of safety signage, going further than traditional alternatives to deliver bright, durable and highly visible health and safety markings that help keep workplaces safer,” says Ian Spoors, Managing Director of Projected Image.
Using high-powered LED gobo projectors, projected signage displays sharp, colourful health and safety signs on floors, walls and doors.
With LEDs ranging from 4,000 to 20,000 lumens, these projectors operate within all kinds of lighting conditions, ensuring warnings are visible even on concrete, gravel or uneven surfaces – indoors or outdoors – so workers follow vital safety messages.
Plus, with up to 50,000 hours of lamp life, they offer a low-maintenance, long-lasting solution. Giving you crisp and clear safety signage for up to five years.
“Due to their high contrast, projected signs stand out and are not affected by dust, grime or gravel. Our projectors are IP65-rated, meaning they are ideal for gritty crane sites. They don’t fade or wear, giving crane operators a long-lasting and cost-effective safety solution for their hazardous work environment,” adds Ian.
A common issue crane operators find is that it can be challenging for safety signage to adapt as cranes move around busy sites.
SOZs must keep up with cranes – and Projected Image advises that their projectors can adapt to the needs of mobile operations.
“Our projectors can be mounted on adjustable fixtures or the cranes themselves, and used alongside sensors or timers to activate when the crane is active. The gobo itself can also easily be switched out with updated safety signage when needed. Not only does this provide a safer solution, but it helps reduce the downtime caused by having to repaint or reapply signage too,” says Ian.
Projected Image are the only business in the UK who supply both powerful, IP-rated LED projectors and the custom gobos which go in them.
“The combination of visibility, flexibility and durability makes projected signage a standout choice for crane operations. It helps businesses stay HSE compliant, prevent accidents and keep production moving – without the need for constant maintenance,” concludes Ian.
More information about Projected Image can be found at projectedimage.com