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Modular Stacking Beacons
Modular Stacking Beacons are also known as Beacon Stacks, Andon Lights, Indicator Lights, Signal Tower Lights and Light Towers.They are a very easy to use product due to their click together mechanism, making them ideal for many applications, particularly for...
Did you know that an LED Rotating Mirror Beacon emits a more intensified beam of light than standard LED models?
Our range of traditional Rotating Mirror Beacons have a SOLID STATE LED LIGHT SOURCE.💡 No more unreliable filament bulbs to replace – less maintenance and an extremely high light output! Our Rotating Mirror LED Beacons (RM-LED) have an LED array, which is reflected...
Have you spotted a Yellow or Amber beacon on your travels recently…?
The colour Yellow or Amber naturally triggers a person’s thoughts to slow down and to be cautious. For this reason, yellow/amber coloured beacons are used on slow moving vehicles, on construction sites, airports and in other establishments to increase awareness to...
Loading Bay Lighting
Loading bay lights have become an essential safety tool on loading docks far and wide, making them a safer place for pedestrians and vehicles to load and unload trailers.Lets take a look at the three most common types of loading bay lights in further detail: 🚨...
Different types of Warning Signals
Industrial warning lights are used in a wide variety of different applications. There are three different types of flashing lights most used in industrial applications: flashing strobe lights, rotating lights, and pulsing lights. Here’s a brief insight into the...
Exactly what is a Beacon Light…?
Beacon lights provide warning, signal and guidance with their powerful light and colour - they play a vital part in providing safety to the world we live in. Their powerful light attracts instant attention to the end-user and even if the end-user does not understand...
Have you ever wondered how Hand Cranked Sirens work?
Hand cranked sirens are a simple warning signal, perfect for environments and applications where electricity is not available. They are also the perfect solution to use as a back-up alarm when there is a power failure.So, how simple is simple?! Easy! You hold the...
Have you seen our Traffic Management Lighting solutions?
We have several Traffic Light options available, with our IPN range being hugely popular for this particular application. Ideally suited to Loading Bay or Dock Lighting locations, these products are simple to install, long lasting, and maintenance free. Whether you...
Meet some of the Team!
Here at deegee we pride ourselves on our fabulous team! Our friendly Sales Team are always on hand to help do the hard work for you! They can help you to choose the correct product for your application, go to onsite visits on your behalf and help you gather all...
The different types of Audible Warning Signals
When choosing an audible warning signal for industrial purposes, there are some aspects you need to consider before choosing the correct signal. Firstly, you need to consider what type of audible warning signal you require from a range of: - Electronic Sounders In...
Are you in need of a Telephone Ring Beacon?
Telephone Ring Initiated Beacons are designed to be used where a visual signal of a ringing telephone is necessary. This type of beacon has become a necessity in noisy environments where high ambient noise levels persist to more everyday environments such as care...
Did you know we offer Third Party Sales Support?
Calling all Electrical Wholesalers!Are you dealing with Project Work?! Let us at D.G. Controls do the hard work for you! We love to get involved in project work and as we have been taking on more and more project work, we have been finding ourselves working directly...
How do our Stock Codes work…?
Our standard stock codes begin with three letters, indicating the type of beacon required, (i.e. Pulsed) and Series beacon required (i.e. Series E) followed by the voltage code, voltage required, then lamp type, then colour. For example: This stock code would give...
Warning beacon colours explained
Beacons convey strong and vital messages in the colours they use; they allow people to become aware of their surroundings and any possible dangers that might be on-coming. Beacons deliver clear messages not only in their colour, their position, place and time of use....
Did you know that beacons have various functions for different applications..?
There are many types of beacon lamps with varying modes, however the most common modes are Static, Strobe, Rotating and Pulsing. Here's a quick overview of each of these modes as the mode you select for your application will not only aid increased awareness, but it...
National IT Professionals Day
It’s National IT Professionals Day. Let’s hear from our internal IT specialist about their career and the day-to-day workload. “How did your career start?” Like many brought up in the 1980's, my first experience was at school and saving birthday/Christmas money...
Lamps Explained
In today’s modern world, global warming, the environment, and energy saving is a big concern for our planet’s future. For this reason, certain lamps are no longer beneficial to be using and we are gradually moving forward to more energy efficient and durable lamps...
Beacons and their Applications
When choosing a beacon or sounder as a warning signal there are many things that need to be considered for selecting the correct signal for the intended environment. As a general rule, when choosing the best beacon or sounder for your application you firstly need to...
UK Manufacturing at it’s best!
Did you know, here at DG Controls every single product is hand built, individually tested and hand packed at our site in Swadlincote…? We do this to give you total confidence and faith that every product that leaves our site is in top condition and ready to be used...
What is an IP Rating?
An IP (Ingress Protection) rating is a method of measuring how effective an electrical enclosure is of resisting liquid or particle ingress to ensure the internal parts remain fully functional. The first edition was set by the IEC Technical Committee (EN 60529) in...
The U Series Beacon
Did you know? The U series beacon is designed to be easily configurable. Multiple units can be joined together from the T, U, V and W series allowing you to create your own signalling system! - IP65 rated - Low current consumption - 12-36vdc and 115-230vuc available -...
What is a Beacon?
What is a beacon? What applications would require a beacon?? Let us enlighten you! A beacon is a purposely noticeable device that is designed to attract attention to a certain location. Beacons are undeniably one of the most beneficial devices that we have that helps...
Have you seen our range of Rotating Mirror Beacons….?
Traditional rotating mirror beacons, now incorporating a solid state LED light source, these beacons certainly can’t be missed! With more and more filament lamps becoming obsolete, we upgraded our standard rotating mirror beacon to provide an extremely high light...
What are Beacons used for?
If you stopped right now and looked around, the chances are that you would notice at least one type of beacon. Whether it be in the office or on the street, they are the most common visual indicator and part of everyday life. There are so many uses for beacons:...
Have you seen how our ‘E’ Series Beacon has evolved..?
D.G. Controls Series E beacon is one of our original products and now over 50 years later it is still very much a core product in our range. This IP65 rated beacon measures 194mm x 146mm and was originally manufactured as a Xenon Flash beacon quickly followed by...
deegee @ Europort, Rotterdam – November 2023
Another date for your diary! Our wonderful friends at Calpe Industrial will be exhibiting this year at EUROPORT. The show runs 7-10th November 2023, Calpe can be found at booth 2007 and they will be delighted to meet with you to discuss any beacon and sounder...
Contact Us!
Thinking of stocking our range or wish to discuss our products further? Our dedicated sales team based here in Swadlincote, UK are on hand to discuss your requirements or assist with any queries regarding our product range. Need technical advice? We understand some...
Who Are We?
D.G. Controls Ltd was founded in 1967 at our previous location of Belvedere Road, Burton, before having our purpose-built factory made at our longstanding and current location of Swadlincote, Derbyshire. All of our products are designed and manufactured here in our...
Have you seen our ICAO LED Obstacle Warning Beacon available with or without InfraRed?
This fantastic unit packs a punch! Complies with ICAO Annex 14 Chapter 6 regulations for low intensity Type-B, fixed obstacle lights. Units with the InfraRed option are also compliant with the IR requirements for low intensity obstruction lights outlined by the...
Omega Power Equipment PTY Ltd become our exclusive distributor in Australia!
Omega Power Equipment PTY Ltd are the market-leading distributor and supplier of quality electrical products in Australia. We are pleased to announce Omega Power Equipment PTY Ltd will now be stocking a range of D.G.Controls Ltd products going forward, strengthening...