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• EMC Conformity
Many third party converters cannot afford to conduct the exacting series
of tests required to measure the electro-magnetic performance. This means
many fittings produced in this way do not conform to the latest regulations
and could ultimately lead to criminal prosecution.
• Component Quality
The use of low-cost or poor quality components will lead to early product
mortality and failure to perform fully in an emergency situation. Potential
issues include reduced battery life, over-heating, lamp and circuit issues and
low light output.
• Photometric Performance
Approved photometric data is required to ensure a lighting design scheme
will deliver the specified output needed to protect the safety of people
within the premises. A luminaire converted by a third party will need to be
photometrically tested or the full installation measured according to EN1838
once installed.
• CE Marking
The CE mark is a mandatory requirement for all luminaires on sale in
Europe. This marking proves that the product conforms to all relevant safety
standards. Conformity requires extensive testing at normal and abnormal
conditions and is the responsibility of the last party to modify the product.
• Warranty
Any Thorn lighting product that has been tampered with by a third party
immediately loses the original manufacturer warranty. Legally binding
warranties, including certificates such as the CE marking, become the
responsibility of the third party, who are then exposed to product liability
claims.
• WEEE & Battery Directive
All Thorn products come with full WEEE compliance already covered.
Similarly we operate a battery replacement and return scheme to comply
with the requirements of the Battery Directive.
Any failure of the product during an emergency situation, leading to loss
of life, personal injury or damage to property, will expose these parties to
criminal prosecution and significant claims for damages through the civil courts.
Insurance policies held by the third parties frequently stop short of covering
them if this situation arises.
• Trade Mark Infringement
Any product modified by a third party cannot be passed off as an authentic
Thorn lighting emergency product. It is illegal to pass off a converted
product as a genuine Thorn fitting. Such unlawful practice will exposes the
perpetrator and all participants in the supply chain to civil litigation.
The Dangers of Emergency Conversions by a Third Party
Standard fittings that are converted into emergency versions by a third party are subject to a number of potential risks. This may result in failure to comply with legal
standards and is likely to negatively impact on the safety, performance and maintenance of the product.
A third party carrying out any modifications immediately takes full legal responsibility for the product.
A number of factors should be taken into account when considering a standard fitting converted by a third party:
For complete peace of mind, always look out for the Thorn authentic emergency product logo. This tamper-proof label proves the
integrity of the fitting and clearly indicates quality, performance and conformity.