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Exit HereEpisode 13: Tested to Triumph - How Clevertronics Engineers Emergency Lights That EndureSummary In this episode of The Exit Here Podcast, hosts Michael Wilkinson and Michael Duce are joined by Matt Beattie to explore the critical role of long-term testing in emergency lighting. The discussion dives into how Clevertronics has developed rigorous testing environments to simulate real-world conditions, ensuring their products—especially the L10 range—meet and exceed 10+ years of reliable performance.They unpack the evolution of testing methods, the importance of environmental control, and how data-driven insights have shaped product design, battery technology, and material selection. The episode also touches on sustainability, innovation in lighting management, and...2025-07-1021 min
Exit HereEpisode 12 - Design Optimisation in Emergency LightingIn this episode, we are covering a topic that is often a bit misunderstood but plays a critical part in ensuring emergency and exit lighting is applied correctly and efficiently. This is all about Emergency and Exit lighting design optimisation. We have Andrew Murray and Todd Rankin with us to provide some insights into this topic. 2023-08-0849 minExit HereEp 11: New Zealand SpecificationWelcome to Episode 11 of the Exit Here Podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of emergency lighting in New Zealand's specification market. Joining us are two of Clevertronics own, Steve Franks and Simon Hadlow, who bring their expertise to shed light on the unique challenges faced in the New Zealand emergency lighting industry. 2023-06-2142 minExit HereEp 10: Mike Hussey - Clevertronics Brand AmbassadorMike Hussey is our guest on the latest episode of the EXIT HERE podcast. Mike is an international cricket legend but has also been a Clevertronics ambassador for close to 10 years. He shares some great stories about Warnie, coaching in the IPL with the Indian superstar, MS Dhoni and insights into his commentary and coaching. Download EXIT Here from your favourite platform.2023-05-1942 min
Dinis Guarda YouTube Podcast Series - Powered by citiesabc.com and businessabc.netAndrea Winders - Executive Director UK of Smart Cities CouncilAndrea Winders is a creative Manchester-based entrepreneur and expert in tech, infrastructure, and smart cities. She is the Executive Director of Smart Cities Council, United Kingdom, and manages the organisation’s growth and drive objectives for the expansion of the smart agenda throughout the country.Andrea Winders Interview Areas1. Please start by telling us a little bit about your background2. You have had a significant entrepreneurship career in the past launching projects, being expert in tech, infrastructure etc, but now you are appointed as the Executive Director of Smart Cities Council of the United Kin...2023-01-041h 19Exit HereEp 9: Emergency Lighting SpecificationWelcome to episode 9, of the Exit Here Podcast. In this episode, we discuss the world of Emergency Lighting Specification with our hosts Michael Wilkinson and Michael Duce and special guest Darren Kelso Smith. Darren has a wealth of experience in technical lighting within the Exit and Emergency Lighting industry and will explain how to create solutions for a variety of different lighting applications.If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@clevertronics.com.au and our hosts will answer your questions in the next episode. 2022-09-2150 minExit HereEp 8: Emergency Lighting from a Facility Management perspectiveIn this episode of the EXIT HERE podcast, we explore emergency lighting from a facility management perspective. Our hosts Michael Wilkinson and Michael Duce are joined by colleagues Graeme Smith and Jeff Staltari to tap into their expertise.If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@clevertronics.com.au and our hosts will answer your questions in the next episode. 2022-08-0435 minExit HereEp 7: Can Emergency & Exit Lighting Help Reduce Carbon Outputs?Welcome to episode 7, which is part 2 of our chat with Tony Todaro, owner and managing director of Clevertronics. In this episode, we explore the future of emergency lighting, including dynamic exit signage, smart building systems, and sustainability. Reducing the carbon footprint in emergency lighting is a key strategic initiative for Tony and Clevertronics.If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@clevertronics.com.au and our hosts will answer your questions in the next episode. 2022-06-2429 minExit HereEp 6: The History of ClevertronicsIn this new episode of Exit Here, we are joined by the owner and managing director of Clevertronics, Tony Todaro. We explore with Tony the history of Clevertronics from a small struggling emergency lighting company into the market leader it is today. He shares his views on emergency lighting specialisation and recalls some innovations that changed the emergency lighting landscape over the years.Look out for Part 2 of this chat with Tony, which is coming soon.If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@clevertronics.com.au and our hosts w...2022-06-1633 minExit HereEp 5: Emergency Lighting Systems Part 2Welcome to Part 2 of our deep dive into Emergency Lighting Systems. Don't forget to listen to Part 1 where Michael Wilkinson and Michael Duce are joined by emergency lighting veteran Michael Klarenaar to discuss the evolution and importance of emergency lighting systems. Emergency lighting systems have come along way since both Michael Duce and Michael Klarenaar began their careers. Listen as we tap into how the industry arrived at the emergency lighting systems we now see available on the market.In Part 1 we explore the history and the importance of lighting systems and in P...2021-12-0740 minExit HereEp 4: Emergency Lighting Systems Part 1Over the next two episodes, we will explore the evolution and importance of emergency lighting systems. Michael Wilkinson and Michael Duce are joined by emergency lighting veteran Michael Klarenaar for this two part series. Emergency lighting systems have come a long way since both Michael Duce and Michael Klarenaar began their careers. Listen as we tap into how the industry arrived at the emergency lighting systems we now see available on the market. Part 1 we will explore the history and the importance of lighting systems and in Part 2 we will focus more on the latest...2021-11-1628 minExit HereEp 3: Converting General Luminaires & Designing Bespoke Emergency LuminairesIn this episode, we discuss the benefits and challenges of converting general luminaires to emergency luminaires and also designing bespoke specialised fittings. From an architectural perspective, it is ideal to keep the consistency of luminaire design throughout a building although this does bring some challenges around maintenance and reliability of the emergency capabilities due to several key factors. We explore this with Steve Saville from our Clevertronics UK team.If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@clevertronics.com.au and our hosts will answer your questions in the next episode. 2021-08-3155 minExit HereEp 2: Emergency Lighting Battery TechnologyIn this episode we go through the evolution of emergency lighting battery technology. We will explore the chemistries used in regards to performance, safety and the environment. Additionally, we will discuss the contained vs central systems. Finally we will discuss the ideal battery for emergency lighting and why. If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@clevertronics.com.au and our hosts will answer your questions in the next episode. 2021-06-2337 min
Exit HereEp 1: Introducing the Emergency Lighting PodcastWelcome to the Emergency lighting podcast. In this episode we will intro the hosts and explore Ducey's wide and vast experience and also his passion for emergency lighting. We will cover off on the format of the podcast, the types of topics we will cover, the types of guests we will introduce and how the listeners can get involved. The questions we will cover in this episode are high level such as:1. What is emergency and exit lighting? 2. What makes one emergency or exit light different to the other in regard to performance? 3. What are the...2021-06-2241 min