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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...
deegee @ all about automation 2022, Hamburg
The all about automation trade fair showcases the leading developments in automation and digitalisation in the Industry 4.0 era. Rescheduled to 29 – 30 June 2022 the show will occupy the MesseHalle Hamburg-Schnelsen. From drive...
Hand Driven Sirens
Hand driven sirens are more often used in situations where electricity has been affected and so an electronic siren is out of use – for instance during earthquakes, tsunamis, floods etc. Although in some cases, they are even just used to indicate the time of day. A...
*NEW!* SBB TYPE-B I.C.A.O WARNING BEACON
ICAO LED Obstacle Warning Beacon available with or without InfraRed LEDs 135mm high x 94mm diameter The latest addition to the deegee range is the SBB/LED/Type-B/Red, which is an ICAO Warning Beacon available with or without InfraRed LEDs. - The SBB/LED/Type-B/Red...
Cranes and Warning Beacons
Due to their tall construction, warning devices for cranes are essential not only for the general public but also for nearby aircraft. These warning signals help construction workers and pilots alike to detect a possible danger and give a signal to avoid collisions...
The Importance of Yellow & Amber Beacons
Yellow or amber beacons are extremely important as they encourage caution in places where unexpected hazards exist. Once you see these colours your immediate reaction is to slow down and take caution into the area you are approaching as an unexcepted situation...
The Influence of Traffic Lights
Traffic lights are part of our everyday life, you cannot miss them. Road users and pedestrians alike see and obey a traffic light even though there is no physical barrier to them, everyone is taught the meaning of the colours alone and see and behave accordingly to...
Beacon Colours Explained
Beacons convey strong and vital messages in the colours they use; they allow people to become more aware of their surroundings and any possible dangers that may be on-coming. These devices deliver messages in their colour and their position, place and time of use....
What are Telephone Initiated Beacons?
Telephone 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 homes...
LED Warning Signals
The use of LED’s in safety devices such as warning signals is a huge advancement in technology as it increases the visibility of warning signals to a much brighter and higher level than ever before, meaning such signals are able to assist in providing better safety...
deegee @ Indumation.be 2022, Kortrijk, Belgium
Indumation.be is Belgium's most comprehensive trade show for Factory, Process and Infrastructure Automation (technologies, components and solutions), supported by the federations Agoria and Indumotion.At Indumation.be, you will find solutions for any efficiency or...
deegee @ Cebeo Technologie 2022, Brussels
10 - 12 May 2022 From Tuesday 10 to Thursday 12 May 2022, Cebeo organizes its biennial professional fair Cebeo Technologie 2022 in Hall 5 of Brussels Expo. A unique opportunity to get to know technical innovations, products and services first hand. Cebeo Technology...
What is a beacon?
What Is A Beacon? 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 not only in providing safety, but also security. There are many...
Static LED Beacons
A static warning signal is a continuous signal - in the case of a static LED beacon, the beacon would be continuously lit and by using LED’s would be more energy efficient as they have lower power consumption. Static warning signals are ideal for a wide range of...
*NEW!* PSC/HP-LED IP69K BEACON
High Powered LED Beacon tested to IP69K Ingress Protection 84mm High x 94mm Diameter The newest addition to the deegee range is the PSC-HP-LED Beacon, which is a High Brightness LED product, with an Ingress Protection of IP69K. - The PSC/HP-LED employs...
Essential Loading Bay Lights
Loading bay lights have become an essential safety tool on loading docks far and wide making it a safer place for people and vehicles to load and unload their trailer. Here we shall take a closer look at the three most common types of loading bay lights in further...
Electronic Sounders
Electronic sounders are commonly used in large buildings and businesses as an indicator; the sounder makes a loud noise when it’s triggered, either automatically or manually. These powerful devices are perfect for grabbing people’s attention during an emergency...
Interesting Facts About LEDs
LED’s are becoming a more and more popular form of bulb thanks to their energy efficiency. They also tend to last longer compared to their counterparts as they integrate a heat sink which absorbs the heat rather than them overheating or burning out. There are many...
LED Status Signals
A status signal is a type of beacon which tends to have 2 or more colours to signify the varying status of a machine, process or situation. Typical colours for a status signal are Red/Green and Red/Amber/Green but this is by no means fixed as LED’s are now readily...
How Xenon Strobes Work
Xenon strobes work by discharging the energy stored in a capacitor through a special flash tube filled with xenon gas at a low pressure to produce a very short burst of high intensity white light. It produces it flash in 5 steps: The energy storage capacitor connected...
Sounders & Sirens
Sounders and sirens are used to attract attention particularly when an immediate response is required. To alert a person, it is recommended that a sounder or siren reaches between 5 and 15 dB(A) louder than the background noise of the given area. There are several...