Exit Here Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:12:01 -0400 https://exithere.buzzsprout.com en-au © 2026 Exit Here yes b3fd38aa-7818-5d4b-b415-02f972f5988c Clevertronics episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Clevertronics https://storage.buzzsprout.com/v13pbjdovmkq3qdhduw40p7jnhte?.jpg Exit Here Theatre Exits - Compliance versus Design Theatre Exits - Compliance versus Design Welcome back to Exit Here! In this episode, Michael Wilkinson and Michael Duce tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in building design: theatre exit signs. Why do they exist? Where can they be used? And what happens when compliance clashes with architectural style?

We break down:

  • What a theatre exit really is and why it’s designed for low-illumination spaces.
  • The compliance risks and performance issues when used under normal lighting.
  • Practical alternatives for achieving a sleek, architectural look without compromising safety.
  • Insights into performance solutions and how fire engineers approach these challenges.

If you’re an architect, contractor, or facility manager, this episode will help you navigate the balance between design appeal and regulatory requirements.

]]> Welcome back to Exit Here! In this episode, Michael Wilkinson and Michael Duce tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in building design: theatre exit signs. Why do they exist? Where can they be used? And what happens when compliance clashes with architectural style?

We break down:

  • What a theatre exit really is and why it’s designed for low-illumination spaces.
  • The compliance risks and performance issues when used under normal lighting.
  • Practical alternatives for achieving a sleek, architectural look without compromising safety.
  • Insights into performance solutions and how fire engineers approach these challenges.

If you’re an architect, contractor, or facility manager, this episode will help you navigate the balance between design appeal and regulatory requirements.

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-18176147 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +1100 897 1 14 full false Episode 13: Tested to Triumph - How Clevertronics Engineers Emergency Lights That Endure Episode 13: Tested to Triumph - How Clevertronics Engineers Emergency Lights That Endure Summary 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 how long-term testing underpins the company’s confidence in its warranties.

Whether you're an engineer, facility manager, or lighting professional, this episode offers a technical yet practical look at how Clevertronics is redefining durability and reliability in emergency lighting.

]]> Summary 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 how long-term testing underpins the company’s confidence in its warranties.

Whether you're an engineer, facility manager, or lighting professional, this episode offers a technical yet practical look at how Clevertronics is redefining durability and reliability in emergency lighting.

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-17401795 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +1000 1278 1 13 full false Episode 12 - Design Optimisation in Emergency Lighting Episode 12 - Design Optimisation in Emergency Lighting In 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. 

]]> In 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. 

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-13367712 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +1000 2959 1 12 full false Ep 11: New Zealand Specification Ep 11: New Zealand Specification Welcome 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. 

]]> Welcome 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. 

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-13071225 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +1000 2570 1 11 full false Ep 10: Mike Hussey - Clevertronics Brand Ambassador Ep 10: Mike Hussey - Clevertronics Brand Ambassador Mike 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.

]]> Mike 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.

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-12878611 Fri, 19 May 2023 13:00:00 +1000 2554 full false Ep 9: Emergency Lighting Specification Ep 9: Emergency Lighting Specification Welcome 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.   

]]> Welcome 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.   

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-11357855 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +1000 3044 1 9 full false Ep 8: Emergency Lighting from a Facility Management perspective Ep 8: Emergency Lighting from a Facility Management perspective In 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.  

]]> In 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.  

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-11080034 Thu, 04 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +1000 2146 1 8 full false Ep 7: Can Emergency & Exit Lighting Help Reduce Carbon Outputs? Ep 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.   

]]> 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.   

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-10846016 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +1000 1799 full false Ep 6: The History of Clevertronics Ep 6: The History of Clevertronics In 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 will answer your questions in future episodes.

]]> In 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 will answer your questions in future episodes.

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-10796320 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +1000 1984 full false Ep 5: Emergency Lighting Systems Part 2 Ep 5: Emergency Lighting Systems Part 2 Welcome 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 Part 2 we will focus more on the latest technology and how this has changed the way emergency lighting is now managed.

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.  

]]> Welcome 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 Part 2 we will focus more on the latest technology and how this has changed the way emergency lighting is now managed.

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.  

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-9554922 Tue, 07 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +1100 2456 1 5 full false Ep 4: Emergency Lighting Systems Part 1 Ep 4: Emergency Lighting Systems Part 1 Over 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 technology and how this has changed the way emergency lighting is now managed.

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.  

]]> Over 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 technology and how this has changed the way emergency lighting is now managed.

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.  

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-9554908 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +1100 1721 1 4 full false Ep 3: Converting General Luminaires & Designing Bespoke Emergency Luminaires Ep 3: Converting General Luminaires & Designing Bespoke Emergency Luminaires In 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.  

]]> In 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.  

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-8760017 Tue, 31 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +1000 3303 1 3 full false Ep 2: Emergency Lighting Battery Technology Ep 2: Emergency Lighting Battery Technology In 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.  

]]> In 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.  

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-8747830 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +1000 2230 1 2 full false Ep 1: Introducing the Emergency Lighting Podcast Ep 1: Introducing the Emergency Lighting Podcast Welcome 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 key components?
 
For more information on anything exit and emergency lighting related, please visit www.clevertronics.com
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.  

]]> Welcome 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 key components?
 
For more information on anything exit and emergency lighting related, please visit www.clevertronics.com
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.  

]]> Clevertronics Buzzsprout-8741540 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:00:00 +1000 2494 1 1 full false