# IR3 LED C1D2 Facility Platforms, West Virginia

> Case study: IR3 Class I Division 2 linear LEDs standardized platform and walkway lighting, reducing failures at a West Virginia oil and gas facility.

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Project field note

# IR3 LED C1D2 Relight for Oil and Gas Facility Platforms

IR3 C1D2 linears standardized platforms and walkways, reducing failures and improving inspection speed.

Specified here

## Related Products, IR3 C1D2 Platforms and Walkways

Fixture families specified for this project. Open a category page for the full lineup and configuration data.

IR3 Hazardous Location Linear LED

Matched optics for platforms and stairs, sealed hardware, consistent photometrics.

IR4 Explosion Proof Linear LED, C1D1

Temperature code options for stricter zones, heavy duty gasketing.

EXA C1D2 LED Flood, Equipment Pads

Task floods for equipment areas, improved contrast at gauges and valves.

Project brief

Mixed fixtures caused glare and shadows across platforms and walkways. We standardized the site on sealed industrial linears with matched optics for platforms, stairs, and equipment pads. The consistent distribution improves inspection speed, lowers failure rates, and simplifies spare parts management for crews responsible for routine rounds and safety checks.

## Gallery, IR3 LED C1D2 Facility Platforms and Walkways, West Virginia

On site

## Project Overview, IR3 LED C1D2 Facility Platforms and Walkways, West Virginia

Mixed fixtures produced glare and uneven coverage on platforms and walkways. Standardizing to IR3 C1D2 linears with matched optics delivered consistent light levels, simplified spares, and reduced failures, helping crews complete rounds faster and improving visibility at stairs, equipment pads, and access points.

Primary product: IR3 Hazardous Location Linear LED

Standardizing to one hazardous linear family improved consistency across platforms, stairs, and pads.

Consistency: Matching optics removed harsh contrasts and shadow bands along routes.

Maintenance: Fewer fixture types simplified inventory and reduced downtime.

Operational speed: Crews navigate and inspect faster with clearer light at access points.

Standardized to hazardous rated linears with correct codes and sealing.

UL844 components, Class I Division 2 classification verified by area.

T code selection aligned to ambient and process temperatures.

Gasketed housings and sealed entries for dust and moisture.

Consistent drivers and listings across platforms and stairs.

Common questions

## Frequently asked questions

These answers clarify the selection process without replacing project-specific documentation.

**Why standardize on one linear family across the platforms?**

Mixed fixtures had produced glare and uneven coverage. Standardizing on IR3 C1D2 linears with matched optics delivered consistent light levels and simplified spare parts.

**Where was the lighting improved?**

Platforms, stairs, walkways, equipment pads and access points — the routes crews cover during rounds and safety checks.

**What did crews gain?**

Faster rounds, better visibility at stairs and equipment, and reduced failure rates.

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