Industries
Agriculture
Hazardous-rated lighting built for grain handling and agricultural operations.
Lighting Solutions in Action
Explore how facility owners, engineers, and distributors have put Red Sky Lighting fixtures to work in demanding hazardous-location and industrial environments.
Document
PS-1009
Agriculture
Missouri, USA
- Round Series
PS-1004
Agriculture
Minnesota, USA
- Block Series
PS-1007
Agriculture
Minnesota, USA
- Round Max Series
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Lighting Challenges in Agricultural Facilities
Grain handling, milling, and agricultural processing generate combustible organic dust, requiring Class II Division 1 or Class II Division 2 rated fixtures depending on dust concentration and frequency. Grain elevators and silos, where dust can reach explosive concentrations during loading and handling, typically require the more stringent Division 1 rating.
Beyond dust hazards, agricultural facilities also face general outdoor exposure, moisture, and — in livestock or barn environments — corrosive conditions from ammonia and cleaning agents, calling for Heavy-Duty Harsh Rated Lighting or NEMA 4X construction.
Recommended Fixture Types
- Hazardous-Rated Lighting — for combustible dust areas in grain elevators, mills, and processing plants
- Heavy-Duty Harsh Rated Lighting — for barn environments and corrosive agricultural conditions
- Area Lighting and Floodlights — for outdoor storage yards and facility grounds
- High Bay Lighting — for grain storage and large processing facilities
Required Certifications
- UL 844 — for classified combustible dust areas in grain and agricultural processing
- UL 1598 — for standard, non-classified agricultural lighting
Choosing the Right Fixture for Your Site
Confirm dust concentration and frequency for each specific area of your facility — grain elevators and active handling areas typically require more stringent classification than general storage or outdoor areas. A facility hazard assessment determines the specific classification needed per zone.