The world of Exit and Emergency Lighting can be quite complex and the Exit Here podcast aims to provide some insight and answer some of these questions. If you have any questions you would like us to cover, feel free to email info@clevertronics.com.au.
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, archite...
9 Jul 2025
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 contr...
8 Aug 2023
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.
21 Jun 2023
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.
19 May 2023
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.
21 Sept 2022
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...
4 Aug 2022
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.
24 Jun 2022
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 ne...
15 Jun 2022
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,...
7 Dec 2021
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...
16 Nov 2021
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 an...
31 Aug 2021
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 ques...
22 Jun 2021
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.
22 Jun 2021
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...
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
YouTube views
5,670
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
21
Social presence
0
YouTube
68
Engagement
0
Contact Exit Here
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Exit Here?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
