ILLUMINATED THRESHOLD BARRIER

摘要

A threshold barrier assembly includes an illumination system to facilitate visibility of the barrier assembly while mounted in a doorway or on a staircase, thereby reducing the risk of a trip hazard. The barrier assembly can include a frame comprising a pair of upright frame members connected to a lower cross member, and a barrier door comprising an upper horizontal cross member pivotally connected to the frame, a lower horizontal cross member, and vertical members connected between the upper and lower horizontal cross members. At least one illumination element is installed in at least one of the lower cross member, the upper horizontal cross member, or one or more of the vertical members. An integrated controller can control illumination of the illumination system based on a predetermined sequence, or detected environmental or operating conditions.

主权项

1. A system, comprising:
a barrier frame having at least one upright frame member connected to a lower cross member; a barrier door having an upper horizontal cross member, a lower horizontal cross member, and vertical members disposed between the upper horizontal cross member and the lower horizontal cross member, wherein the barrier door is pivotally connected to one of the at least one upright frame member; at least one illumination source; and a controller configured to control illumination of the illumination source.