In corners of the industry — from wastewater treatment plants to energy facilities to military sites — lighting is more than just flipping a switch. It’s the difference between safe passage and a dangerous misstep, between finishing the job and shutting down operations. Now add another layer: if your project is federally funded, your fixtures don’t just need to shine bright, they need to stand tall under the Buy American Act (BAA).

The BAA isn’t red tape — it’s a promise. A promise that taxpayer dollars go back into American hands. That federal projects are built with American innovation, American grit, and American jobs. In other words, it’s not just compliance, it’s accountability.

At Red Sky Lighting, we build with that accountability in mind. Some examples of this are two of our most battle-tested families — the Block Series (BLK2) and the Round Max Series (RDX) — which are fully BAA-compliant across Harsh and Hazardous models. They don’t just pass inspection. They redefine what compliance looks like when safety is at stake.

BLK2 Series — Built for the Harshest Environments

Imagine lighting that doesn’t flinch at salt spray, pounding rain, or corrosive chemicals. That’s the BLK2 Series. Engineered for punishing environments, BLK2 fixtures continue to shine when others fail — keeping worksites operational, safe, and compliant.

• NEMA 4X & IP66 ratings: Dust-tight, corrosion-resistant, and watertight against powerful jets of water.
• UL1598 & UL1598A: Certified for wet locations and marine (saltwater) locations.
• IK10 impact rating: Tough enough to withstand heavy impacts without compromise.

RDX Series — Hazardous Safety You Can Trust

Then there’s the RDX Series, designed for environments where even the smallest failure can have catastrophic consequences. In hazardous applications, lighting must do more than perform — it must protect.

• UL844 Hazardous Location Certification: Approved for Class I, Division 2 environments where flammable gases or vapors may be present.
• NEMA 4X & IP66 ratings: Sealed against dust, water, and corrosion for hazardous and outdoor use.
• UL1598 & UL1598A: Certified for standard, outdoor, and marine environments.
• IK10 impact rating: Reinforced against strong impacts without compromising safety.

In hazardous environments where risk is constant, the RDX always rises to the challenge. The RDX doesn’t just promise safety — it’s tested, certified, and trusted to deliver it.

When every minute of uptime counts, the RDX doesn’t just meet the standard. It sets it

More Than a Checklist — The Red Sky Difference

Compliance isn’t about checking boxes on a government form. It’s about proving that your fixtures will hold up — in the field. Under stress. Through real-world trials. With UL and DLC certification and BAA compliance, plus American manufacturing at the core, our BLK2 and RDX lines don’t just illuminate spaces. They protect workers, power progress, and uphold the integrity of every project they serve.

Because when safety, compliance, and durability all come together, everyone wins: the project owner, the contractor, and most importantly, American workers.