Emergency lighting in hotels

The EN 1838 update and Lixit solutions

In hotels, emergency lighting is a critical technical requirement that protects guests and staff in the most delicate situations. Regulations require that, even in the absence of mains power, orientation and safety are guaranteed along key routes such as escape paths, corridors, stairways, exits, as well as areas where visual continuity is essential for orderly emergency management.

What changes with the EN 1838 update

Regulatory evolution introduces a key change: the minimum required autonomy for emergency lighting devices increases from 1 hour to 3 hours.
This update makes requirements more stringent and shifts the focus to a decisive factor — long-term reliability, not just instant performance.

The Lixit advantage: 3 hours as standard, across a complete range

For those designing or refurbishing hospitality facilities, this transition should not become an operational challenge. The Lixit range is already aligned: all products are available with 3-hour autonomy, ready for projects that demand higher standards.

For truly tailored design, the range also includes configurable luminaires, allowing autonomy to be set according to the specific needs of each project. A concrete advantage that optimises technical choices, performance, and system coherence — without compromising design.

With Lixit, regulatory updates become an opportunity: greater design control, enhanced operational peace of mind, and added value for the hospitality structure.

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