{"title":"Aqua Signal","description":"\u003cp\u003eAqua Signal built lights for environments where failure wasn't an option. Founded in Germany and supplying the marine and industrial sectors for decades, their explosion-proof fittings were engineered to operate reliably aboard ships, tankers and offshore installations — conditions that would destroy lesser equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat over-engineering is exactly what makes these lights so compelling today. The heavy cast aluminium bodies, thick glass housings and substantial hardware were never designed with interiors in mind, yet they translate effortlessly into kitchens, restaurants, bars, studios and commercial spaces. Each fitting carries the marks of genuine working life, giving it a character that no reproduction can replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe source original Aqua Signal fittings directly from marine salvage, offering both polished examples and pieces retained in their original patina. Stock is limited and one-off by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"german-original-2ft-strip-tube-lighting-by-aqua-signal","title":"Aqua Signal Original 2ft Tube Light Polished (Pie Case)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA polished example of the iconic Aqua Signal explosion-proof tube light, manufactured in Germany for use aboard ships, tankers and industrial installations where reliability mattered more than appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive \"pie case\" end housings are what set these lights apart. Cast in thick aluminium with deep cooling fins and substantial cable entries, they're engineered objects rather than decorative fittings. Once polished, the industrial detailing really comes to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thick cylindrical glass tube protects the lamp within, creating a clean, architectural silhouette that works equally well in modern interiors, workshops, restaurants, bars and commercial spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmaller than the rare 4ft version but carrying exactly the same industrial presence, this 2ft model is often the easiest size to integrate into domestic settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Aqua Signal marine lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive pie-case cast aluminium housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick cylindrical glass enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplosion-proof industrial specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for residential or commercial projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasingly difficult to source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 60cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 18cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 22cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured by Aqua Signal, Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal marine and industrial fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast aluminium construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCylindrical glass tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplosion-proof design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-off reclaimed item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally polished while retaining the character and engineering detail of the original fitting. Minor marks and signs of service are consistent with its working life and form part of the lamp's industrial appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Signal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53622028009845,"sku":"E11A-C4C-AquaSignal2ftPieCase","price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/7543\/8365\/files\/5C6BFD00-8856-4686-9915-7ACF20F176D7.jpg?v=1739458811"},{"product_id":"german-original-4ft-strip-tube-lighting-by-aqua-signal","title":"Aqua Signal Original Condition 4ft Tube Light","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe largest and most sought-after version of the iconic Aqua Signal tube light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in Germany for hazardous marine and industrial environments, these explosion-proof fittings were engineered to operate reliably in some of the toughest conditions imaginable. This example remains in original condition, retaining the weathering, oxidation and industrial character earned through decades of service at sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt over 1.5 metres long, the scale is what makes this piece so impressive. A thick cylindrical glass tube runs between substantial cast aluminium end housings, creating a clean, architectural form that feels as relevant today as it did when it was manufactured in the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether installed in a kitchen, restaurant, gallery, workshop or commercial interior, few industrial lights make such an immediate statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare 4ft Aqua Signal model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal unpolished condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine marine service patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy cast aluminium construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick cylindrical glass housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplosion-proof industrial specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArchitectural scale and presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasingly difficult to source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 158cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 18cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 22cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 15kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured by Aqua Signal, Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal marine and industrial fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1970s production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast aluminium end housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCylindrical glass tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal industrial specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-off reclaimed item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in original condition with authentic signs of age and service. Surface oxidation, marks and wear are consistent with decades of marine use and form part of the appeal. No two examples age in exactly the same way, making each fitting unique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Signal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53622031286645,"sku":"E3D-AquaSignal-4ft-Long-Strip-light","price":675.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/7543\/8365\/files\/striplight2.0.webp?v=1731493052"},{"product_id":"german-original-2ft-strip-tube-lighting-by-aqua-signal-original-paint","title":"Aqua Signal Original Condition 2ft Strip Light","description":"\u003cp\u003eNot every industrial light needs polishing. Some have earned their patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis original-condition Aqua Signal strip light comes exactly as it left service, carrying decades of wear, oxidation and marks from life at sea. Built in Germany for demanding marine and industrial environments, these explosion-proof fittings were designed to operate reliably in conditions most modern lighting would never survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heavy cast aluminium body encloses a thick cylindrical glass tube, creating a distinctive industrial form that feels equally at home in a workshop, kitchen, bar, restaurant or contemporary interior. Unlike polished examples, this version retains the authentic surface finish developed through years of use, giving each fitting a character that cannot be recreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubstantial, functional and unapologetically industrial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 2ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 24cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 12kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine untouched industrial patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal marine service condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Aqua Signal, Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy cast aluminium construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThick cylindrical glass housing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplosion-proof industrial specification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreasingly difficult to source\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery example develops its own unique character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal marine and industrial fitting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated mounting brackets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast aluminium body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCylindrical glass tube\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetains original surface finish and wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for wall, ceiling or suspended installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-off reclaimed item\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal condition with no polishing. Surface oxidation, marks, scratches and signs of service are present throughout and form part of the appeal. This is genuine industrial salvage with the character that only decades of working life can create.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Signal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54823560675701,"sku":"2Foot-original-Strip-light","price":285.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/7543\/8365\/files\/72953EC1-F7C7-4764-AC99-B7C9AB701C17.webp?v=1732206494"},{"product_id":"aqua-signal-original-4ft-strip-light-tube-polished-marine-salvage-copy","title":"Aqua Signal Original 4ft Strip Light Polished (Pie Case)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA substantial industrial light from Aqua Signal of Germany, built for hazardous marine and industrial environments where durability mattered more than appearance. Decades later, that engineering is exactly what makes these fittings so desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as a \"pie case\" light thanks to its distinctive triangular glass housing, this is the larger 4ft version. The heavy cast aluminium body houses twin fluorescent tubes behind thick ribbed glass, creating a striking architectural form that looks as impressive switched off as it does illuminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally designed as an explosion-proof fitting, every detail is over-engineered. The cast aluminium end housings, substantial glass body and integrated mounting brackets give it a presence that modern fittings simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt over 1.5 metres long and weighing 15kg, this is a statement piece suited to large kitchens, restaurants, bars, studios, workshops and commercial interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 158cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 18cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 22cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 15kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare 4ft Aqua Signal model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive triangular \"pie case\" glass body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal explosion-proof marine specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy cast aluminium construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine industrial salvage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArchitectural scale and presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasingly difficult to find\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured by Aqua Signal, Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal marine and industrial fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin tube configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast aluminium body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbed glass housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal manufacturer's plate present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-off reclaimed item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReclaimed from industrial service and cleaned ready for installation. Expect signs of age, surface marks and wear consistent with its working life. 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The polished aluminium finish, exposed fasteners and technical detailing give it a distinctive mid-century industrial appearance that is impossible to replicate with modern decorative lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally fitted with twin fluorescent tubes and certified for use in demanding commercial environments, the fitting retains its original identification plate, complete with German manufacturing and safety markings. At over a metre long and weighing 10kg, it has real presence and works particularly well in large kitchens, bars, workshops, loft spaces, restaurants and commercial interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated mounting brackets allow the fitting to be wall mounted or installed flush to a ceiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 26cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 104cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 22cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 10kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine marine and industrial salvage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured by Aqua Signal, Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal 1970s production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplosion-proof industrial design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy cast aluminium construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick cylindrical glass diffuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull steel protective cage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal manufacturer's identification plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for wall or ceiling installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-off reclaimed item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReclaimed from industrial service and professionally cleaned. Surface wear, light scratches, marks and patina are consistent with age and use and contribute to the character of this genuine industrial fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Signal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55018762010997,"sku":"M4ADown-DaeYang-2footstriplightCage","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/7543\/8365\/files\/IMG-0452.heic?v=1770290396"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.bananaindustries.co.uk\/collections\/aqua-signal.oembed","provider":"bananaindustries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}