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Correctional & Secure Facility LED Lighting

Purpose-built lighting for the toughest environments on earth — vandal-resistant, tamper-proof, and ligature-resistant from day one.

Lighting Engineered for Zero Compromise

In a correctional environment, a protruding screw is a ligature point. A removable lens is a cutting tool. A hollow housing is contraband concealment. Sentinel Guard is engineered to give occupants none of those.

Lighting Engineered for Zero Compromise

Ligature attachment points

Fully rounded, flush-mounted profiles with continuous contact — no exposed edges, no gaps, no anchor points.

Tampering & defeating fasteners

Proprietary security fasteners — unavailable through any inmate channel, standardized for facility maintenance.

Deliberate impact

Impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses retained to withstand thrown objects without cracking, deforming, or fragmenting.

Contraband concealment

Sealed, fully welded housings — no accessible cavities, no removable components, no hiding places.

Heavy-gauge construction

Steel construction thick enough to resist bending, prying, and puncture — not the stamped sheet of commercial fixtures.

Federal compliance

Manufactured in Central Islip, NY — full BABA/BAA compliance for federally funded correctional construction.

Sentinel Guard

Purpose-Built for Correctional Environments

Sentinel Guard Correctional Fixtures

The most uncompromising correctional lighting fixture on the market

Sentinel Guard fixtures are engineered from heavy-gauge steel with anti-tamper security fasteners, impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses, and a fully ligature-resistant profile. The sealed housing eliminates contraband concealment, while the robust construction withstands years of deliberate abuse without degradation. Designed to deliver consistent, high-quality illumination for over 50,000 hours with virtually zero maintenance.

Tamper-proof security fasteners
Ligature-resistant profile
Heavy-gauge steel housing
Anti-tamper fasteners
Impact-resistant polycarbonate lens
Sealed against contraband concealment
Minimal maintenance design
Vandal-resistant construction

Applications

Cells Dayrooms Corridors Intake Areas Isolation Units

Key Specifications

Housing Heavy-gauge steel
Fasteners Anti-tamper proprietary security
Lens Impact-resistant polycarbonate
Profile Ligature-resistant
Sealing Fully sealed housing
Rated Life 50,000+ hours
Certification UL Listed
Compliance BABA/BAA Compliant
Security Rating
0
Ligature Points
0
Accessible Cavities
0
Standard Fasteners
100%
Sealed Housing

Engineered for Zero Vulnerability

Every design decision in Sentinel Guard eliminates a security risk. No compromises. No afterthoughts.

Anti-Ligature Design

No attachment points. No protruding edges. No gaps between fixture and mounting surface. The entire Sentinel Guard profile is continuously rounded and flush-mounted, eliminating every potential ligature anchor that standard fixtures present. Meets Department of Justice mandates for ligature-resistant construction in inmate-accessible areas.

Tamper-Proof Hardware

Security fasteners require proprietary tools unavailable inside the facility. No Phillips, hex, Torx, or any standard drive type that could be engaged by improvised tools. Maintenance staff access fixtures with department-controlled drivers, ensuring that only authorized personnel can open, service, or remove the fixture from its mounting.

Impact Resistance

Polycarbonate lenses withstand repeated deliberate impacts from thrown objects without cracking, shattering, or separating from the housing. Unlike standard acrylic or glass lenses that produce dangerous fragments on failure, the polycarbonate lens deforms under extreme impact without producing sharp edges or debris that could be weaponized.

Sealed Housing

The fully sealed, continuously welded heavy-gauge steel housing eliminates every potential contraband concealment point. No accessible interior cavities. No removable components. No hollow spaces behind lenses or between housing sections. Cell searches find nothing because there is nothing to find — the fixture presents a monolithic, impenetrable surface to the occupied environment.

Outdoor & Vandal Resistant Line

Heavy-duty fixtures built for outdoor recreation yards, walkways, parking structures, sally ports, and any exterior correctional application requiring durability and weather resistance.

DVLF Series
Enclosed Dust & Vapor-Proof LED

Fully enclosed dust and vapor-proof LED fixture designed for harsh outdoor environments. IP-rated housing protects against moisture, dust, and debris intrusion while delivering high-output illumination for exterior correctional applications.

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DVLFN Series
Narrow Enclosed Dust & Vapor-Proof LED

Narrow-profile enclosed vapor-proof fixture for areas where space is limited but environmental protection is essential. Ideal for covered walkways, canopies, and corridor applications in secure outdoor facilities.

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DVWL Series
Enclosed Vapor & Dust-Proof

Wall-mount enclosed vapor and dust-proof fixture engineered for perimeter walls, sally port entrances, and building exteriors. Robust housing withstands weather exposure and resists intentional damage.

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GNL Series
Guardian Round Decorative LED

Round decorative vandal-resistant LED fixture combining aesthetic appeal with correctional-grade durability. Suitable for administration buildings, visitor areas, and facility entrances where appearance matters without compromising security.

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VTLED Series
Power & CCT Adjustable Narrow Vapor-Proof

Field-adjustable power and correlated color temperature in a narrow enclosed dust and vapor-proof form factor. Provides installation flexibility for outdoor recreation yards and covered walkway applications.

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VANL Series
Specification Grade Vandal Resistant Luminaire

Specification-grade vandal-resistant luminaire purpose-built for high-abuse environments. Heavy-duty construction resists impact, tampering, and sustained vandalism in parking structures, stairwells, and high-traffic outdoor areas.

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Outdoor Applications

Recreation Yards Walkways Parking Structures Sally Ports Perimeter Fencing Building Exteriors Loading Docks Covered Corridors

Specify Correctional Lighting

Our correctional lighting specialists work directly with architects, engineers, and facility managers to specify fixtures that meet your security requirements, budget constraints, and compliance needs.