STG launches new “no-maintenance” lighting system

WEPPS removes costs by eliminating the emergency lighting system’s entire maintenance schedule and as the system lifespan is the life of the aircraft there is no need to replace batteries - ever.  

In addition, each WEPPS module integrates innovative wireless technologies to communicate BITE and MEL status for the whole emergency lighting system to a single-point diagnostic panel.   

This FAA and EASA-approved product uses ingenious operating protocols combined with TSO-approved, “fit-for-life”, non-rechargeable batteries to replace conventional NiCad battery/charger modules.  

An early beneficiary is the Bahrain Defence Force on its Avro RJ fleet.

STG’s CEO Peter Stokes said: “WEPPS is consistent with STG’s mission to reduce aircraft operating costs and making flying safer.  

“We’ve applied current proven technologies in an innovative package to eliminate laborious and repetitive maintenance tasks on a safety-critical system. It therefore reduces maintenance time and cost for operators, while also delivering exceptional safety and reliability - essential in the current economic climate. ”   

STG has developed innovative energy-harvesting techniques to power its SecureControl™ wireless network and has a long list of future product development projects that exploit this “backbone”.     

Earlier this year, STG Aerospace appointed a new Middle East agent, FN Associates, covering the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Yemen, Lebanon, Syria, Kuwait and Iraq.  

Faten Nassar said: “I’m very pleased to represent STG Aerospace in the Middle East. We see tremendous potential with airline operators throughout the region keen to cut operating costs and enjoy a fast return on investment while increasing safety. Even in times of recession this is a message that airlines want to hear.”  

STG Aerospace has built a successful business in the last decade with a growing range of products that deliver increased safety and reduced operating costs through innovative design. And Middle East organisations have been strong in adopting the company’s expanding range of products.  

The company’s market leader, SafTGlo, is a patented photoluminescent floorpath marking system that replaces conventional electrically-powered systems.   

The product is certified for all major aircraft types and is standard equipment for Boeing, Embraer and many other OEMs. It is 100% reliable and is installed in thousands of aircraft for hundreds of airlines around the world.  

The system’s FAA and EASA approvals allow installation on all Airbus and Boeing models in addition to more than 70 other aircraft types. Reciprocal approval by all local authorities has allowed installations throughout the Arab world by many leading airlines including Royal Jordanian, Jordan Aviation, Oman Air, Sama, Saudi Arabian and Silver Air.   

STG’s success with SafTGlo has been recognised with three of the UK’s highest business accolades, the Queen’s Award for Enterprise and Innovation, in 2003 and 2008.