Laserglow FAQs

• Can I project a yellow line in my facility?

Yes. The VirtuaLine LED Line Projector is a patent pending design which is the only one of its kind that can project a yellow or Amber line on a surface. Optionally, lines in Red, Green or Blue are also available to ensure that they are compliant with you existing SOPs.

• How do the VirtuaLine LED Line Projectors hold up in an industrial environment?

The VirtuaLine LED Line Projectors are air cooled units. These units have an operating temperature ranges of -20°C to 50°C (0°F to 120°F).

• How do you install the VirtuaLine LED Line Projectors

Typically, installation of the projectors is handled by on-site staff. Depending on the facility and mounting surface, one of these three mounting techniques is commonly used – installing on a Unistrut, using a threaded rod and/or using a magnetic mounting bracket (provided as an optional accessory with the VirtuaLine LED Line Projectors)

• How long a line the VirtuaLine LED Line projector create?

The length of the line is dependent upon the mounting height. There are three different versions of the VirtuaLine LED Line projector that are available which offer different line lengths.
– Wide Angle (73° Lens) Version – this will produce a line length of ~1.5 x the mounting height. E.g. – if the unit is mounted at 20′, this version will produce a line approximately 30′ long
– Standard Angle (53° Lens) Version – this will produce a line length of ~1.0 x the mounting height. E.g. – if the unit is mounted at 20′, this version will produce a line approximately 20′ long
How thick a line will the VirtuaLine LED Line projector create?

Based on the mounting height, the line thickness usually is between 3″-6″ wide.

• What are the power requirements of these products?

The VirtuaLine LED Line Projectors are designed to be Plug-and-Play. All you need to provide is 110/240VAC power

• What happens to the VirtuaLine LED Line Projectors when they reach End of Life?

As the product reaches end of life, the intensity of the projection will start to dim and eventually fade away.

• What is the expected life of these products?

The VirtuaLine LED Line projectors are based on LED technology and have an operating life of 30,000+hrs of continuous use. This translates to over 5 years of operational life in a 2-shift environment.

• What is the warranty?

The standard warranty of the VirtuaLine LED Line projector is 12-months. Extended warranty can be purchased at the time of sale.

• When it approaches end of life, do you have to replace the entire projector, or do you replace the bulb?

Once the unit approaches the end of its operating life, the LED chip within the fixture can be replaced

• Why would I use a VirtuaLine LED Line Projector over tape or paint?

In high-performance environments, where heavy equipment and machinery operate, it is essential for pedestrian safety that clearly visible walkways, aisles, or lanes be defined to permit safe movement of people within the facility. VirtuaLine LED Line Projectors create a virtual indestructible floor line that eliminates the need for maintenance required by floor tape and painted lines. This unique floor marking method uses high-intensity, eye-safe led technology to project a line onto any surface, indoors or outdoors. Its plug-and-play design requires no maintenance, so you will not need to worry about replacing or repairing floor tape and floor paint anymore.

• Can I change the sign projection on the ground?

Yes. Should decide to change the projection image, you can purchase a replacement Image Template. This image template is a “glass slide” that goes in front of the LED bulb. Changing the image template is fairly easy and can be done on site. For instructions on how to change the Image Templates, please see https://youtu.be/j56OjOGm08o

• Can I customize the image? What is involved?

Yes. Safety signage should be projected in bold and eye-catching colors like yellows and reds. These kinds of dark, saturated colors however, only reflect about 5% of the projected light. This means they will be hard to see if projected onto a dark surface. To generate contrast and improve visibility, choose a wall, or floor space that is as light as possible, white surfaces work best. We make our glass image lenses in ultra-high optical resolution. The image projection can only be as good as your artwork. We usually match the colors of your artwork with the colors of our standard colour palette, however we cannot guarantee the exact match of your colors in the resulting projection due to variations in the fixtures and projection surfaces. For line art designs or typical illustrations, we require vector format

• Can SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projectors make safety signage more dynamic?

Yes. One of the biggest advantages of using SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projectors is the ability to make safety signage more dynamic. Traditional signage such as stickers and paint, tend to be static by design. It is human nature to become complacent over time which results in these safety signs being ignored. The SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projectors have the ability to interface with an optional Smart Trigger Kit, which turns ON/OFF/FLASHES the signage when activity is detected in a facility – thereby bring greater awareness to hazards within the facility.

• How do smart triggers work?

A Smart Trigger is a controller that “speaks” to the SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projectors. It can be used with motion sensors, light curtains, beam break sensors, presence sensors etc. When these sensors detect activity, they send a signal to the Smart Trigger Controller which then tells the SafetyCast Projector to either turn ON/OFF or Flash for a certain period. This change in the ambient behavior brings greater awareness to an approaching hazard within a facility.

• How do the SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projectors hold up in an industrial environment?

The SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projectors are fan cooled units that are rated at IP55. These units have an operating temperature ranges of -20°C to 50°C (0°F to 120°F)

• How do you install the SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projectors?

Typically, installation of the projectors is handled by on-site staff. Depending on the facility and mounting surface, one of these three mounting techniques is commonly used – installing on a Unistrut, using a threaded rod and/or using a magnetic mounting bracket (provided as an optional accessory with the SafetyCast Projectors).

• What are the power requirements of these products?

The SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projectors are designed to be Plug-and-Play. All you need to provide is 110/240VAC power

• What happens to the Safety Cast Virtual Sign Projectors when they reach End of Life?

As the product reaches end of life, the intensity of the projection will start to dim and eventually fade away.

• What is the expected life of these products?

The SafetyCast Virtual Sign projectors are based on LED technology and have an operating life of 30,000+hrs of continuous use. This translates to over 5 years of operational life in a 2-shift environment.

• What is the warranty?

The standard warranty of the SafetyCast Virtual Sign projector is 12-months. Extended warranty can be purchased at the time of sale.

• When it approaches end of life, do you have to replace the entire projector, or do you replace the bulb?

Once the unit approaches the end of its operating life, the entire fixture needs to be replaced.

• Why would I use a SafetyCast Virtual Sign Projector over sticker signs or paint?

One of the challenges of using stickers and paint is that they wear over time as heavy machinery such as forklift go over them. This creates a safety hazard during periods when the signs are not visible. With Virtual Signage, signs are always visible at the floor levels and no amount of traffic will fade or damage the signage.