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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] and our hosts will answer your questions in the next episode.   

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 [email protected] and our hosts will answer your questions in future episodes.

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] and our hosts will answer your questions in the next episode.