Extreme conditions and high-risk environments in hazardous locations mean that LED luminaires must be designed to meet a unique set of challenging criteria, discovers CAROLINE HAYES.
Imagine a workplace where maintenance and inspection is a constant burden, where the flammable conditions or explosive atmosphere are also subject to vibrations and shock and extreme temperatures. Now imagine that workplace without light. The importance of safe lighting in hazardous environments has led to led street lighting Manufacturer replacing fluorescent and high-intensity discharge (HID) lighting. LEDs offer energy efficiency and better light control and distribution for such applications. Still, it's the rugged design and virtually zero maintenance of solid-state lighting (SSL) that are leading to widespread adoption in this unique application area.
A high risk or hazardous area is where potentially explosive gases and dusts may exist. Low-maintenance design is desirable, as both the luminaire and the location of the facility it is in can be remote or difficult to access. There may also be threats posed by humidity, water ingress, or extremes of temperature.
Typical examples of hazardous environments are refineries, drilling platforms, and chemical and power-generation facilities. In these areas, low maintenance is essential, either due to the inaccessibility of the site or the vast expense of a shutdown.
Oil, gas, and petrochemical refinery processes can create explosive atmospheres and flammable conditions. As well as energy-efficient and fit-for-purpose, lighting also has to be able to withstand constant shock and vibration in extreme temperatures. Lighting used here has to meet OSHA (Occupation Safety and Health Administration — the US federal agency) or EU-OSHA (the European Agency for Safety and Health at work) guidelines.
Changes in lighting design in some hazardous industrial settings has compelled the replacement of fluorescent lighting with energy-saving LED lighting and practical designs of housings, where aesthetics come second to safety, protection, and security. Birthe Tralau, lighting application manager at Zumtobel, explained, "The LED is a directed light source, directed with lenses and optics, whereas fluorescents need reflectors to direct the light, which loses efficiency, hence the reduction in lumens [compared to LEDs]."
Low maintenance
Stuart Head, technical support manager at Dialight, added another reason for LED lighting's adoption. "LED lighting is characterized by low-maintenance design and construction that enables extended periods between maintenance inspections."
He summed up some of the maintenance factors to consider in hazardous areas. "Maintenance in harsh environments can be extremely dangerous. If the units are sealed, it ensures that led street lights price do not require changing and no dust or gas can enter the unit. It also means you do not need access to the lights, because there is no need for bulb replacements — reducing health and safety risk and the cost involved with having to replace bulbs/lamps."
LED lighting in harsh and hazardous environments is used worldwide and on a large scale. Focusing on one small sector, analyst company IHS has calculated the number of offshore oil rigs around the world at 799 in 2014; while not all are working at any one time, they have a geographical spread with offshore rigs in the US, Gulf of Mexico, South America, Northwest Europe, West Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.
FIG. 1. The Endurance range of sealed luminaires by McGeoch.
FIG. 1. The Endurance range of sealed luminaires by McGeoch.
In offshore rigs, the lighting is also subject to shock and vibration. McGeoch produces the Endurance luminaire (Fig. 1), which is designed as a direct replacement for existing conventional or fluorescent fittings. It is engineered for hazardous areas and particularly for where flammable gases may be present, with ingress protection to IP68 (for indefinite immersion in water) and to IP66 when fitted with a breather drain (for protection against powerful water jets). The sealed luminaire has a constant-current 700-mA driver circuit for use on mains supplies worldwide and an additional, low-level emergency supply. It is maintenance-free, says the company, and is ATEX approved Zone 1 and 21 (directives published by the European Union) for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
The design offers protection against salt spray and vibration, and has a storage temperature of -20° to +60°C. The Lexan polycarbonate lens is ultraviolet (UV) and impact resistant. The chassis is made of hard anodized marine-grade aluminum, with a stainless-steel bezel. A 17W slimline version has recently been introduced, adding to the 30W and 55W original versions.
Added intelligence
For greater efficiency and longer lifetimes, intelligent lighting control can provide lighting as needed in aisles, rooms, or larger zones in the facility. LED lighting also achieves 100% light output from the instant it is switched on, which is a particular asset in hazardous locations that use independent generators; these are prone to blackout or brownout and so the locations require emergency lighting.
Dialight exploits the instant-on feature of LED lighting, coupling fixtures with occupancy sensors to reduce energy and extend the lighting system's operating lifetime. The company believes it has produced the world’s first hazardous area-rated LED fixture with integrated wireless control to take automated lighting further.
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2014年7月23日星期三
How do plug-and-play T8s stack up against ballast-bypass LED lamps?
LAURA PETERS evaluates the photometric, electrical, and financial hurdles to retrofitting linear fluorescent lamps with LED-based tubes, including both plug-and-play products and tubes that require rewiring.
In recent months, several manufacturers have introduced so-called plug-and-play LED linear lamps — fluorescent replacements that require no rewiring and simply snap into place (Fig. 1). These solutions are more expensive but easier to install than LED linear tubes that require removal of the ballast and direct connection to line voltage — a task best performed by a qualified electrician. However, both approaches have their pros and cons. And both approaches are significantly less expensive than replacing the whole fixture.
We will review the performance and financial considerations associated with ballast-bypass and plug-and-play LED panel lighting wholesale installations for offices, schools, retail outlets, and hospitals. We will also discuss the electrical safety concerns that have been raised regarding LED linear lamps. Most importantly, the article will discuss the features to look for when considering LED linear lamp purchases.
Fluorescents versus LEDs: Then and now
Philips estimates the current installed base of fluorescent tubes at 12 billion sockets globally. In 2010, the US Department of Energy (DOE) estimated there were nearly 1 billion fluorescent luminaires installed in the United States, 60% of which were T8s (tubular, 8/8- or 1-in. diameter). Fluorescent T8 luminaires are mainstays in schools, hospitals, grocery stores, warehouses, and office spaces in the United States, but also in many other parts of the world.
In grocers and big-box stores, linear LED replacements have been making significant inroads in refrigerated display-case lighting. This is an ideal application for linear LED lamps because lifetime of the LEDs is extended in cold environments and the lamps don’t emit heat like fluorescent tubes, providing further savings on cooling costs. Because speed of installation is critical to grocery store owners, case lighting is a key target application for plug-and-play LED linear lamps.
Despite the success of LED linear lamps in this one application, they have struggled to compete with fluorescents across the board due to fluorescent tubes' relatively high efficacy (90 lm/W), long life (30,000 hr), and low cost. Priced at $3 per tube relative to $30 or more for an LED linear lamp, the LED replacement must match the fluorescent's light quality while significantly improving the energy efficiency to offer a reasonable return-on-investment (ROI) period. Nonetheless, as the performance of solid-state lighting (SSL) has steadily improved, LED linear lamps have become more competitive in terms of light quality and efficiency.
However, as was pointed out in a recent US DOE series of Caliper reports (Reports 21, 21.1, 21.2, and 21.3), not all LED linear lamps are created equal and lamps must be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Report 21 began by testing the photometric performance of 31 linear LED panel lighting fixture (sold in late 2012 and early 2013) and benchmarking them against 32W fluorescent tubes. Upon testing, only 8 LED lamps achieved the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) requirements for bare lamp efficacy (≥100 lm/W) and output (≥1600 lm), and only one lamp achieved output comparable to a 32W fluorescent (3126 lm) as shown in Fig. 2. Reports 21.1 and 21.2 evaluated 31 linear LED lamps in K12-lensed troffers and then three lamps in five different troffer types, respectively. When LED linear lamps are in a luminaire, multiple factors determine the luminaire output and luminous distribution including the lumen output and luminous distribution of the lamp, lamp cover (clear or diffuse), and troffer type.
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In recent months, several manufacturers have introduced so-called plug-and-play LED linear lamps — fluorescent replacements that require no rewiring and simply snap into place (Fig. 1). These solutions are more expensive but easier to install than LED linear tubes that require removal of the ballast and direct connection to line voltage — a task best performed by a qualified electrician. However, both approaches have their pros and cons. And both approaches are significantly less expensive than replacing the whole fixture.
We will review the performance and financial considerations associated with ballast-bypass and plug-and-play LED panel lighting wholesale installations for offices, schools, retail outlets, and hospitals. We will also discuss the electrical safety concerns that have been raised regarding LED linear lamps. Most importantly, the article will discuss the features to look for when considering LED linear lamp purchases.
Fluorescents versus LEDs: Then and now
Philips estimates the current installed base of fluorescent tubes at 12 billion sockets globally. In 2010, the US Department of Energy (DOE) estimated there were nearly 1 billion fluorescent luminaires installed in the United States, 60% of which were T8s (tubular, 8/8- or 1-in. diameter). Fluorescent T8 luminaires are mainstays in schools, hospitals, grocery stores, warehouses, and office spaces in the United States, but also in many other parts of the world.
In grocers and big-box stores, linear LED replacements have been making significant inroads in refrigerated display-case lighting. This is an ideal application for linear LED lamps because lifetime of the LEDs is extended in cold environments and the lamps don’t emit heat like fluorescent tubes, providing further savings on cooling costs. Because speed of installation is critical to grocery store owners, case lighting is a key target application for plug-and-play LED linear lamps.
Despite the success of LED linear lamps in this one application, they have struggled to compete with fluorescents across the board due to fluorescent tubes' relatively high efficacy (90 lm/W), long life (30,000 hr), and low cost. Priced at $3 per tube relative to $30 or more for an LED linear lamp, the LED replacement must match the fluorescent's light quality while significantly improving the energy efficiency to offer a reasonable return-on-investment (ROI) period. Nonetheless, as the performance of solid-state lighting (SSL) has steadily improved, LED linear lamps have become more competitive in terms of light quality and efficiency.
However, as was pointed out in a recent US DOE series of Caliper reports (Reports 21, 21.1, 21.2, and 21.3), not all LED linear lamps are created equal and lamps must be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Report 21 began by testing the photometric performance of 31 linear LED panel lighting fixture (sold in late 2012 and early 2013) and benchmarking them against 32W fluorescent tubes. Upon testing, only 8 LED lamps achieved the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) requirements for bare lamp efficacy (≥100 lm/W) and output (≥1600 lm), and only one lamp achieved output comparable to a 32W fluorescent (3126 lm) as shown in Fig. 2. Reports 21.1 and 21.2 evaluated 31 linear LED lamps in K12-lensed troffers and then three lamps in five different troffer types, respectively. When LED linear lamps are in a luminaire, multiple factors determine the luminaire output and luminous distribution including the lumen output and luminous distribution of the lamp, lamp cover (clear or diffuse), and troffer type.
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Harvard offers LED linear engines for manufacturers of fluorescent fixtures
Harvard Engineering has announced the LER7 Low Voltage Linear Strips — LED-based light engines intended to help manufacturers of linear fluorescent fixtures develop a solid-state lighting (SSL) portfolio. The company says that lighting manufacturers can use the housings of existing fluorescent fixtures and substitute the led street lighting fixture strips and Harvard drivers for ballasts and tubes, thereby enabling quick entry into the LED business.
The LED strips are 17-mm wide and are offered in 284- and 568-mm-long versions. The strips use Samsung mid-power LEDs. Harvard said the products can generate 1615 lm/ft. Moreover, the efficacy, without the driver, tops out at more than 150 lm/W when the light engines are operated at 65°C.
"Our LED linear upgrade solution makes it easy for our customers to switch from fluorescent to LED lighting using our latest LED technology," said Antony Corrie, vice president of Harvard Engineering Americas. "The system has also helped some customers migrate from constant-voltage cree xsp series led street light
systems to constant current, enabling built-in drivers to be used instead of remote power supplies."
Harvard has received UL listing for both the light engines and the drivers. That fact should allow lighting manufacturers a simple path to market. Harvard rates the light engines for 50,000 hours of life to 70% of initial lumen output (L70).
Lighting manufacturers will have significant flexibility in how to apply the linear light engines. The strips can be daisy chained together using push-wire connections between light engines. A single Harvard CoolLED driver can power as many as six of the strips.
The company will offer the light engines in 3000K, 3500K, and 4000K CCT versions and with the option of 80- or 90-CRI performance. Based on the selected drives, a design based on the light engines can support 0–10V dimming with light levels down to 5% of maximum.
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The LED strips are 17-mm wide and are offered in 284- and 568-mm-long versions. The strips use Samsung mid-power LEDs. Harvard said the products can generate 1615 lm/ft. Moreover, the efficacy, without the driver, tops out at more than 150 lm/W when the light engines are operated at 65°C.
"Our LED linear upgrade solution makes it easy for our customers to switch from fluorescent to LED lighting using our latest LED technology," said Antony Corrie, vice president of Harvard Engineering Americas. "The system has also helped some customers migrate from constant-voltage cree xsp series led street light
systems to constant current, enabling built-in drivers to be used instead of remote power supplies."
Harvard has received UL listing for both the light engines and the drivers. That fact should allow lighting manufacturers a simple path to market. Harvard rates the light engines for 50,000 hours of life to 70% of initial lumen output (L70).
Lighting manufacturers will have significant flexibility in how to apply the linear light engines. The strips can be daisy chained together using push-wire connections between light engines. A single Harvard CoolLED driver can power as many as six of the strips.
The company will offer the light engines in 3000K, 3500K, and 4000K CCT versions and with the option of 80- or 90-CRI performance. Based on the selected drives, a design based on the light engines can support 0–10V dimming with light levels down to 5% of maximum.
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British Columbia creates bulk purchasing initiative for LED street lights
Shared Services BC, an agency that supports the British Canadian Province of Canada in technology and service delivery for the public sector, has announced an LED street light bulk procurement program that will enable municipalities across the western province to get lower-cost access to a short list of prequalified solid-state lighting (SSL) products. Shared Services BC partnered on creating the LED Street Lights Across BC program with utility BC Hydro and the British Columbia Ministry of Environment to create the program with guidance from the LightSavers Canada consortium that's dedicated to advancing the adoption of outdoor SSL technology across Canada.
British Columbia creates bulk purchasing initiative for LED street lights
The province hopes to ultimately convert 360,000 street lights to LED fixtures. The partners in the new program believe that the public sector would save 105 GWh of electricity per year with such a conversion, or enough electricity to power 10,000 homes.
"Keeping our streets lit requires a lot of electricity. Street lighting represents the highest electrical cost for most cities and towns in BC," said Joanna Sofield, general manager of customer care and Power Smart at BC Hydro. "That's why we are pleased to partner with local governments and the Province to help municipalities adopt more energy-efficient street lighting."
The voluntary program will deliver numerous benefits to municipalities starting with the province-wide corporate supply agreement with a select list of lighting vendors that can deliver luminaires covering the range of roadway applications that municipalities will face. The program will also enable British Columbia companies to provide consultation services, distribution, and installation of SSL products. Indeed, the program will prequalify consultants and other parties.
"cree xsp series led street light is a great example of how innovative thinking and working together can not only help us meet the increasing demand for energy efficiency and electricity savings but also create new opportunities for British Columbia companies involved in the distribution and installation of this new technology," said Andrew Wilkinson, Minister of Technology and Innovation and Citizens' Services.
The range of street lights qualified in the program have been vetted by lighting specialists and municipal engineers with SSL transition experience. Moreover, municipalities have access to tools such as an online financial tool to accurately project the payback period of potential purchases.
BC Hydro will also provide funding assistance to some municipalities under the utility's Power Smart Program. "Through our Power Smart Program, we offer our business customers, including municipalities and other government agencies, financial incentives for replacing inefficient technology with energy-efficient equivalents," said Sofield of BC Hydro.
Thus far, Vancouver, BC has taken the most high-profile actions in the province installing SSL in roadway applications. The city installed some decorative LED street lights as far back as 2011. The city also has tested adaptive controls. In February of 2013, the city announced that it would begin replacing failed high-intensity discharge (HID) lights with led street lighting Manufacturer while also planning a broader retrofit.
Now the LED technology will come to smaller cities in the province without each municipality enduring an arduous testing program and with the benefits of volume pricing. "I am pleased to see the Government of BC taking a leadership role with BC Hydro, LightSavers Canada, and local governments in such an innovation green program," said Neal Carley, general manager of engineering and parks at the City of Port Moody. "The City of Port Moody has plans in its budget this year and the next four years to update our streets with new energy-efficient LED street lighting, helping brighten up streets [and] making them safer for residents."
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British Columbia creates bulk purchasing initiative for LED street lights
The province hopes to ultimately convert 360,000 street lights to LED fixtures. The partners in the new program believe that the public sector would save 105 GWh of electricity per year with such a conversion, or enough electricity to power 10,000 homes.
"Keeping our streets lit requires a lot of electricity. Street lighting represents the highest electrical cost for most cities and towns in BC," said Joanna Sofield, general manager of customer care and Power Smart at BC Hydro. "That's why we are pleased to partner with local governments and the Province to help municipalities adopt more energy-efficient street lighting."
The voluntary program will deliver numerous benefits to municipalities starting with the province-wide corporate supply agreement with a select list of lighting vendors that can deliver luminaires covering the range of roadway applications that municipalities will face. The program will also enable British Columbia companies to provide consultation services, distribution, and installation of SSL products. Indeed, the program will prequalify consultants and other parties.
"cree xsp series led street light is a great example of how innovative thinking and working together can not only help us meet the increasing demand for energy efficiency and electricity savings but also create new opportunities for British Columbia companies involved in the distribution and installation of this new technology," said Andrew Wilkinson, Minister of Technology and Innovation and Citizens' Services.
The range of street lights qualified in the program have been vetted by lighting specialists and municipal engineers with SSL transition experience. Moreover, municipalities have access to tools such as an online financial tool to accurately project the payback period of potential purchases.
BC Hydro will also provide funding assistance to some municipalities under the utility's Power Smart Program. "Through our Power Smart Program, we offer our business customers, including municipalities and other government agencies, financial incentives for replacing inefficient technology with energy-efficient equivalents," said Sofield of BC Hydro.
Thus far, Vancouver, BC has taken the most high-profile actions in the province installing SSL in roadway applications. The city installed some decorative LED street lights as far back as 2011. The city also has tested adaptive controls. In February of 2013, the city announced that it would begin replacing failed high-intensity discharge (HID) lights with led street lighting Manufacturer while also planning a broader retrofit.
Now the LED technology will come to smaller cities in the province without each municipality enduring an arduous testing program and with the benefits of volume pricing. "I am pleased to see the Government of BC taking a leadership role with BC Hydro, LightSavers Canada, and local governments in such an innovation green program," said Neal Carley, general manager of engineering and parks at the City of Port Moody. "The City of Port Moody has plans in its budget this year and the next four years to update our streets with new energy-efficient LED street lighting, helping brighten up streets [and] making them safer for residents."
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LED lighting fits perfectly in refrigerated display cases
Refrigerated display lighting (RDL) represents one of the more perfect applications for LEDs. Because fluorescent tubes can be replaced with LED strips and reduce energy usage by 60%, retailers are beginning to implement LED case lighting on a wider scale. Typically, a store can realize return-on-investment (ROI) after 2-3 years using LED-lit coolers. In addition, since LED fixtures give off little heat relative to a fluorescent tube, an additional energy break is realized on compressor cooling. “led high bay light supplier love the cold; the colder they are the longer they last. We are able to design fixtures that are rated for 100,000 hours,” said Jamie Pearson, senior value stream manager of Lithonia Lighting, part of Acuity Brands.
Fig. 1. An all-LED supermarket in Portugal used Arquiled fixtures and controls and Oslon LEDs from Osram Opto Semiconductors (photo courtesy of Arquiled/Osram).
Fig. 1.
Fluorescent tubes provide a diffuse light in all directions, whereas LED lighting fixtures have been designed to provide directional illumination at 70-160° as needed in the case. Importantly, the quality of light in the case can also be improved to reduce glare, eliminate hot spots and make the food and packaging more appealing through better color rendering. “We recognized early on that many company’s products would be within 10% of each other in energy savings. So we focused on providing the best light with the best color rendering and greatest uniformity,” said Paul Kelly, vice president of market development for Nualight.
This merchandizing effect of LED lighting is being applied beyond the refrigerated cases themselves. Many grocery stores, specialty shops and convenience marts have decided to implement LED lighting throughout the store and in outside parking lots and gas stations. For instance, Jerónimo Martins Group (Fig. 1 and 2) recently installed LED lighting inside and outside its supermarkets in Portugal, which we will cover in more detail below. Notably, Walmart has set a goal to use 100% LED lighting in all of its 5366 stores through new construction and retrofitting.
As will be discussed, the adoption rates of RDL differ among Europe, North America and Asia. The fastest adoption has been seen in North America, where incentives have shortened the time to ROI.
Refrigerated case lighting options
Refrigerated display cases are available in many styles and sizes, but the market overall generally comes down to vertical freezer cases with doors and horizontal refrigerated cases without doors. The lighting in the vertical cases run vertically along each side of the door, and is generally 5-ft tall. In horizontal cases, typically there are one or two 4-ft fixtures that run at the top of the case (canopy lighting) and the base of the case (shelf lighting). In Europe, another common design employs a row of vertical coolers on top and horizontal coolers on the bottom.
Fig. 2. The gas station uses controls to further reduce lighting costs (photo courtesy of Arquiled/Osram).
Fig. 2.
The worldwide market for lighting in refrigerated display cases is huge, especially the retrofit market. Case makers such as Hussmann and Kysor/Warren are selling new refrigerated cases with LED lighting already equipped in the case. But for existing stores, new cases cost in the range of $5000 for a three-door unit, so most managers choose to retrofit the case lighting.
In a study from 2010, Osram Sylvania estimated that there were roughly 10 million vertical case freezer doors available for retrofit, and nearly 20 million horizontal linear 4-ft fixtures in open refrigerated cases available for retrofit in the US. The study estimated there were 14 million single-lamp fixtures and 6 million dual-lamp fixtures in horizontal cases available for retrofit, according to Cheryl Ford, vertical marketing manager for Osram Sylvania.
The vertical units are used for packaged foods, while the horizontal cases are used for fresh dairy and meats. Though an ingress protection (IP) rating is not common for the freezer lighting fixtures, many users specify an IP rating of IP64 or IP65 for the horizontal cases to ensure the fixtures can withstand wet cleaning.
At first glance, it would appear that food and beverage retailers have countless options when it comes to choosing a provider of buy led high bay lamps refrigerated display lighting. Providers include well-known companies such as Acuity Brands, GE Lighting, Nualight, Osram Sylvania, and Philips Lighting, but there are numerous other providers from Europe, North America and Asia. The qualified product list of the DesignLights Consortium (DLC), which includes both vertical and horizontal RDL, contains products from 19 manufacturers.
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Fig. 1. An all-LED supermarket in Portugal used Arquiled fixtures and controls and Oslon LEDs from Osram Opto Semiconductors (photo courtesy of Arquiled/Osram).
Fig. 1.
Fluorescent tubes provide a diffuse light in all directions, whereas LED lighting fixtures have been designed to provide directional illumination at 70-160° as needed in the case. Importantly, the quality of light in the case can also be improved to reduce glare, eliminate hot spots and make the food and packaging more appealing through better color rendering. “We recognized early on that many company’s products would be within 10% of each other in energy savings. So we focused on providing the best light with the best color rendering and greatest uniformity,” said Paul Kelly, vice president of market development for Nualight.
This merchandizing effect of LED lighting is being applied beyond the refrigerated cases themselves. Many grocery stores, specialty shops and convenience marts have decided to implement LED lighting throughout the store and in outside parking lots and gas stations. For instance, Jerónimo Martins Group (Fig. 1 and 2) recently installed LED lighting inside and outside its supermarkets in Portugal, which we will cover in more detail below. Notably, Walmart has set a goal to use 100% LED lighting in all of its 5366 stores through new construction and retrofitting.
As will be discussed, the adoption rates of RDL differ among Europe, North America and Asia. The fastest adoption has been seen in North America, where incentives have shortened the time to ROI.
Refrigerated case lighting options
Refrigerated display cases are available in many styles and sizes, but the market overall generally comes down to vertical freezer cases with doors and horizontal refrigerated cases without doors. The lighting in the vertical cases run vertically along each side of the door, and is generally 5-ft tall. In horizontal cases, typically there are one or two 4-ft fixtures that run at the top of the case (canopy lighting) and the base of the case (shelf lighting). In Europe, another common design employs a row of vertical coolers on top and horizontal coolers on the bottom.
Fig. 2. The gas station uses controls to further reduce lighting costs (photo courtesy of Arquiled/Osram).
Fig. 2.
The worldwide market for lighting in refrigerated display cases is huge, especially the retrofit market. Case makers such as Hussmann and Kysor/Warren are selling new refrigerated cases with LED lighting already equipped in the case. But for existing stores, new cases cost in the range of $5000 for a three-door unit, so most managers choose to retrofit the case lighting.
In a study from 2010, Osram Sylvania estimated that there were roughly 10 million vertical case freezer doors available for retrofit, and nearly 20 million horizontal linear 4-ft fixtures in open refrigerated cases available for retrofit in the US. The study estimated there were 14 million single-lamp fixtures and 6 million dual-lamp fixtures in horizontal cases available for retrofit, according to Cheryl Ford, vertical marketing manager for Osram Sylvania.
The vertical units are used for packaged foods, while the horizontal cases are used for fresh dairy and meats. Though an ingress protection (IP) rating is not common for the freezer lighting fixtures, many users specify an IP rating of IP64 or IP65 for the horizontal cases to ensure the fixtures can withstand wet cleaning.
At first glance, it would appear that food and beverage retailers have countless options when it comes to choosing a provider of buy led high bay lamps refrigerated display lighting. Providers include well-known companies such as Acuity Brands, GE Lighting, Nualight, Osram Sylvania, and Philips Lighting, but there are numerous other providers from Europe, North America and Asia. The qualified product list of the DesignLights Consortium (DLC), which includes both vertical and horizontal RDL, contains products from 19 manufacturers.
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2014年7月21日星期一
Energy-Efficient Soft White Lighting from GE Becomes More Popular
It's no surprise that consumers are overwhelmed by all of the changes happening in the lighting aisle, and research shows that most aren't ready to make the leap to newer energy-efficient lighting solutions. In fact, consumers are purchasing GE Energy-Efficient Soft White bulbs at a rate of two-to-one compared to CFL bulbs, according to Nielsen.
"We understand that consumers are overwhelmed by all of the changes in the lighting aisle, and whatever their lighting preference, we have reliable lighting options for them," says John Strainic, General Manager, Consumer Lighting for GE in North America. "For consumers who still want an incandescent-like bulb, our incandescent isn't gone-it's more energy efficient. Our Energy-Efficient Soft White bulb provides a warm, cozy light and dimming capabilities, but saves energy and meets federal brightness requirements. "
More than a century ago, Thomas Edison flipped the switch to modern day electricity as we know it, and it didn't take long for consumers to embrace the classic light bulb. Today, LED Street Light 200w price consumes about 17 percent of a home's overall energy usage, according to the US Energy Information Administration. With an annual energy savings of $ 2.05 per bulb, a household that replaces forty 60-watt incandescent bulbs with 43-watt Energy-Efficient Soft White bulbs could save more than $ 80 a year based on 3 hours use per day and an 11c/kWh electricity rate.
"Our lighting technologies, such as GE's Energy-Efficient Soft White bulbs, are specially engineered to provide the light consumers love, the same way it was delivered more than century ago, but today we can meet federal brightness requirements without as much wasted energy, "continues Strainic." Energy-Efficient Soft White bulbs will fit all of the same fixtures throughout the home, and consume less energy. "
LED bulbs are getting a lot of attention lately, and as the technology continues to evolve the prices will come down, allowing for mass adoption. From the first A-line ENERGY STAR-qualified outdoor LED Street Light 200w to its latest GE reveal ® LED, GE Lighting has developed high performance LED lighting, delivering practical LED lighting solutions for consumers under the brand name they trust.
Another more energy-efficient lighting option is CFL bulb technology, which has been in the market now for more than 30 years and has greatly improved to mirror the performance of a traditional incandescent light. For example, GE Lighting has engineered a hybrid-halogen CFL , known as Bright from the Start that uses a halogen capsule, or Brightness Booster, for instant brightness.
As new energy-efficiency standards are set take place Jan. 1, 2014, consumers will choose between these more energy-efficient lighting options, including Energy-Efficient Soft White, or halogen technology, CFL or LED bulbs. Consumers will still be able to find limited supply of incandescent bulbs at some retailers until inventory is gone.
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"We understand that consumers are overwhelmed by all of the changes in the lighting aisle, and whatever their lighting preference, we have reliable lighting options for them," says John Strainic, General Manager, Consumer Lighting for GE in North America. "For consumers who still want an incandescent-like bulb, our incandescent isn't gone-it's more energy efficient. Our Energy-Efficient Soft White bulb provides a warm, cozy light and dimming capabilities, but saves energy and meets federal brightness requirements. "
More than a century ago, Thomas Edison flipped the switch to modern day electricity as we know it, and it didn't take long for consumers to embrace the classic light bulb. Today, LED Street Light 200w price consumes about 17 percent of a home's overall energy usage, according to the US Energy Information Administration. With an annual energy savings of $ 2.05 per bulb, a household that replaces forty 60-watt incandescent bulbs with 43-watt Energy-Efficient Soft White bulbs could save more than $ 80 a year based on 3 hours use per day and an 11c/kWh electricity rate.
"Our lighting technologies, such as GE's Energy-Efficient Soft White bulbs, are specially engineered to provide the light consumers love, the same way it was delivered more than century ago, but today we can meet federal brightness requirements without as much wasted energy, "continues Strainic." Energy-Efficient Soft White bulbs will fit all of the same fixtures throughout the home, and consume less energy. "
LED bulbs are getting a lot of attention lately, and as the technology continues to evolve the prices will come down, allowing for mass adoption. From the first A-line ENERGY STAR-qualified outdoor LED Street Light 200w to its latest GE reveal ® LED, GE Lighting has developed high performance LED lighting, delivering practical LED lighting solutions for consumers under the brand name they trust.
Another more energy-efficient lighting option is CFL bulb technology, which has been in the market now for more than 30 years and has greatly improved to mirror the performance of a traditional incandescent light. For example, GE Lighting has engineered a hybrid-halogen CFL , known as Bright from the Start that uses a halogen capsule, or Brightness Booster, for instant brightness.
As new energy-efficiency standards are set take place Jan. 1, 2014, consumers will choose between these more energy-efficient lighting options, including Energy-Efficient Soft White, or halogen technology, CFL or LED bulbs. Consumers will still be able to find limited supply of incandescent bulbs at some retailers until inventory is gone.
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Wide Array of Energy Efficient LED Decorative EarthBulbs Available from EarthTronics
EarthTronics offers Globe, Candle, and general purpose A-type EarthBulb LEDs as an energy-efficient solution to replacing incandescent bulbs for hospitality, restaurant, long-term care and retail locations. Each bulb features a multi-chipset high-power LED, with an advanced cooling system and provides extended performance life and high color rendering of greater than 80 CRI. EarthBulb LEDs offer smooth dimming capabilities from 100 percent to less than five percent. The long rated life and energy savings that exceeds 80 percent, provide a quick return on investment.
The Globe G25 EarthBulb LED commercial lighting wholesale is available in 8 watts, providing 500 lumens. It replaces 60-watt incandescent globe bulbs, providing 3000K color of light for 40,000 hours. The white Globe LED is ideal for bathroom, hanging pendant and other decorative fixtures.
Developed to replace 40-watt incandescent candle bulbs, the decorative Candle EarthBulb LED is available in 5 watts and produces 315 lumens with a full 250 degree beam angle. It is designed to last 25,000 hours. This Energy Star rated, Candle LED bulb fits into wall sconces, decorative fixtures and chandeliers.
The 11.5-watt A19 omni-directional EarthBulb Europe led street light Manufacturer provides 800 lumens and replaces a standard 60-watt incandescent bulb and lasts 40,000 hours. It offers a 300 degree beam angle for full radial illumination. Pleasing soft white 2700K color temperature is standard. The A -shape LED is designed for fan lights, table and floor lamps, decorative fixtures and wall sconces. EarthTronics also offers models to meet California Energy Commission (CEC) standards.
In addition, the 7-watt Eco EarthBulb LED provides 490 lumens with 3000K color of light to replace 40-watt incandescent directional bulbs and lasts 25,000 hours. Energy Star rated, this dimmable "specialty lamp" provides full 120 degree beam angle. It is ideal for use in dimming recessed lighting, pendant fixtures and track lighting applications.
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The Globe G25 EarthBulb LED commercial lighting wholesale is available in 8 watts, providing 500 lumens. It replaces 60-watt incandescent globe bulbs, providing 3000K color of light for 40,000 hours. The white Globe LED is ideal for bathroom, hanging pendant and other decorative fixtures.
Developed to replace 40-watt incandescent candle bulbs, the decorative Candle EarthBulb LED is available in 5 watts and produces 315 lumens with a full 250 degree beam angle. It is designed to last 25,000 hours. This Energy Star rated, Candle LED bulb fits into wall sconces, decorative fixtures and chandeliers.
The 11.5-watt A19 omni-directional EarthBulb Europe led street light Manufacturer provides 800 lumens and replaces a standard 60-watt incandescent bulb and lasts 40,000 hours. It offers a 300 degree beam angle for full radial illumination. Pleasing soft white 2700K color temperature is standard. The A -shape LED is designed for fan lights, table and floor lamps, decorative fixtures and wall sconces. EarthTronics also offers models to meet California Energy Commission (CEC) standards.
In addition, the 7-watt Eco EarthBulb LED provides 490 lumens with 3000K color of light to replace 40-watt incandescent directional bulbs and lasts 25,000 hours. Energy Star rated, this dimmable "specialty lamp" provides full 120 degree beam angle. It is ideal for use in dimming recessed lighting, pendant fixtures and track lighting applications.
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Universal Display and IDD Aerospace Exhibit an OLED Lighting Prototype for Aircraft Interiors
Universal Display Corporation, enabling energy-efficient displays and lighting with its UniversalPHOLED ® technology and materials, announced it exhibited with partner IDD Aerospace / Zodiac Lighting Solutions a white OLED lighting prototype for aircraft interiors at the US Department of Energy's (DOE) 11th annual Solid -State Lighting (SSL) R & D Workshop in Tampa, FL. The workshop took place January 28-30, 2014.
In June 2013, Universal Display was awarded a US $ 225,000 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I program from the DOE. Under the program, titled "Novel Energy-Saving Phosphorescent Germany led street light Manufacturer Products," Universal Display partnered with and subcontracted IDD Aerospace / Zodiac Lighting Solutions to evaluate and demonstrate the potential for energy-efficient and cost-effective white OLED lighting panels for aircraft interiors.
UDC / IDD OLED Lighting Prototype. (Photo Courtesy of Akoya)
The shelf utility OLED prototype displayed at DOE's R & D Workshop demonstrated a very slim and energy efficient lighting solution for aircraft interiors. The companies believe that the data generated by developing this shelf utility light may be applied to larger-scale OLED lighting aircraft projects, including cabin applications for interior furniture, galley, interior structure enhancements, as well as other potential adoptions in cabin accent, task, ceiling and sidewall lighting, and sign backlighting.
"We are looking forward to adapting OLEDs into the aircraft environment as an innovative and welcome change in aviation," said Beth DeYoung, General Manager, IDD Aerospace / Zodiac Lighting Solutions. "Our lighting enhances our customers' experience and modifies how we think about lighting and what it can provide. It is exciting to be working on the first prototype for aircraft interiors, and we are looking forward to continuing our partnership with UDC. "
"We are excited to have showcased this energy-saving shelf utility OLED lighting prototype for aircraft interiors, which is a result of our collaboration with IDD Aerospace / Zodiac Lighting Solutions," said Steven Abramson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Universal Display. "OLED lighting offers several significant advantages over current fluorescent, incandescent and Japan led street light Manufacturer technologies, from reducing an aircraft's carbon footprint, lowering fuel consumption to opening up the design restrictions of current lighting solutions. Universal Display is focused on developing and furthering energy efficient, thin, lightweight OLED lighting solutions for this market, and we believe this prototype demonstrates the potential for high-efficiency, high-performance PHOLED lighting panels in aircraft utility lighting applications. "
The DOE has mde a long-term commitment to the development and introduction of energy-efficient, solid-state white lighting. Universal Display is a recognized leader in OLED technologies, and its UniversalPHOLED technology and materials have been essential to demonstrating high performance white OLED lighting panels that meet the DOE's solid-state lighting targets. Additionally, Universal Display is at the forefront of developing complementary OLED technologies, including light extraction, thin-film encapsulation, and flexible OLED technologies.
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In June 2013, Universal Display was awarded a US $ 225,000 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I program from the DOE. Under the program, titled "Novel Energy-Saving Phosphorescent Germany led street light Manufacturer Products," Universal Display partnered with and subcontracted IDD Aerospace / Zodiac Lighting Solutions to evaluate and demonstrate the potential for energy-efficient and cost-effective white OLED lighting panels for aircraft interiors.
UDC / IDD OLED Lighting Prototype. (Photo Courtesy of Akoya)
The shelf utility OLED prototype displayed at DOE's R & D Workshop demonstrated a very slim and energy efficient lighting solution for aircraft interiors. The companies believe that the data generated by developing this shelf utility light may be applied to larger-scale OLED lighting aircraft projects, including cabin applications for interior furniture, galley, interior structure enhancements, as well as other potential adoptions in cabin accent, task, ceiling and sidewall lighting, and sign backlighting.
"We are looking forward to adapting OLEDs into the aircraft environment as an innovative and welcome change in aviation," said Beth DeYoung, General Manager, IDD Aerospace / Zodiac Lighting Solutions. "Our lighting enhances our customers' experience and modifies how we think about lighting and what it can provide. It is exciting to be working on the first prototype for aircraft interiors, and we are looking forward to continuing our partnership with UDC. "
"We are excited to have showcased this energy-saving shelf utility OLED lighting prototype for aircraft interiors, which is a result of our collaboration with IDD Aerospace / Zodiac Lighting Solutions," said Steven Abramson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Universal Display. "OLED lighting offers several significant advantages over current fluorescent, incandescent and Japan led street light Manufacturer technologies, from reducing an aircraft's carbon footprint, lowering fuel consumption to opening up the design restrictions of current lighting solutions. Universal Display is focused on developing and furthering energy efficient, thin, lightweight OLED lighting solutions for this market, and we believe this prototype demonstrates the potential for high-efficiency, high-performance PHOLED lighting panels in aircraft utility lighting applications. "
The DOE has mde a long-term commitment to the development and introduction of energy-efficient, solid-state white lighting. Universal Display is a recognized leader in OLED technologies, and its UniversalPHOLED technology and materials have been essential to demonstrating high performance white OLED lighting panels that meet the DOE's solid-state lighting targets. Additionally, Universal Display is at the forefront of developing complementary OLED technologies, including light extraction, thin-film encapsulation, and flexible OLED technologies.
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Larson Electronics Releases Four Color Explosion Proof LED Signal Stack Light
The EPL-TL-4X10W-C explosion proof LED stack light from Larson Electronics is an ideal indicator lighting solution for industrial refueling stations and manufacturing facilities.
Larson Electronics EPL-TL-4X10W-C explosion proof LED stack light
Class 1 and Class 2 Explosion Proof LED Traffic Light. (LEDinside / Larson Electronics)
This explosion proof LED commercial lighting wholesale carries a T3C temperature rating and has a -40 ° C to 85 ° C operating temperature range. This explosion proof fixture is configured for blue, red, yellow, and green output and offers exceptional lumen output, a 50,000 + hour life span, and the lamps are protected by Pyrex globes and cast aluminum globe guards for added durability. The LED lamps in this stack light are 10 watts each and offer cool operation and clean, bright output that surpasses that of 100 watt incandescent indicator lamps . Individual lead wires allow operators to operate each light individually.
Larson Electronics Class 1 and Class 2 Explosion Proof LED Traffic Light.
Class 1 and Class 2 Explosion Proof LED Traffic Light. (LEDinside / Larson Electronics)
The light housings are constructed with a polyester powder coated, copper free aluminum casting, that can withstand 1,490 pounds PSI hydrostatic pressure. The mounting plate is also made from aluminum and can be custom built to customer specifications. Mounting is provided by a heavy gauge aluminum base with four predrilled holes designed to be bolted to walls and flat surfaces for permanent and secure attachment. This four color explosion proof indicator light has a 50,000 hour operational life and is available in 120-277 VAC and 12/24 VDC or VAC configurations for standard or low voltage operation.
Explosion Proof LED Traffic Light with Individual Operation Capabilities. (LEDinside / Larson Electronics)
"The bright red, yellow, green, and blue LED commercial lighting wholesale can be used for process control or traffic direction in hazardous location areas," said Rob Bresnahan with Larsonelectronics.com. "This latest edition to our collection of LED signal stack lights offers reliability , lower maintenance, and high visibility. "
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Larson Electronics EPL-TL-4X10W-C explosion proof LED stack light
Class 1 and Class 2 Explosion Proof LED Traffic Light. (LEDinside / Larson Electronics)
This explosion proof LED commercial lighting wholesale carries a T3C temperature rating and has a -40 ° C to 85 ° C operating temperature range. This explosion proof fixture is configured for blue, red, yellow, and green output and offers exceptional lumen output, a 50,000 + hour life span, and the lamps are protected by Pyrex globes and cast aluminum globe guards for added durability. The LED lamps in this stack light are 10 watts each and offer cool operation and clean, bright output that surpasses that of 100 watt incandescent indicator lamps . Individual lead wires allow operators to operate each light individually.
Larson Electronics Class 1 and Class 2 Explosion Proof LED Traffic Light.
Class 1 and Class 2 Explosion Proof LED Traffic Light. (LEDinside / Larson Electronics)
The light housings are constructed with a polyester powder coated, copper free aluminum casting, that can withstand 1,490 pounds PSI hydrostatic pressure. The mounting plate is also made from aluminum and can be custom built to customer specifications. Mounting is provided by a heavy gauge aluminum base with four predrilled holes designed to be bolted to walls and flat surfaces for permanent and secure attachment. This four color explosion proof indicator light has a 50,000 hour operational life and is available in 120-277 VAC and 12/24 VDC or VAC configurations for standard or low voltage operation.
Explosion Proof LED Traffic Light with Individual Operation Capabilities. (LEDinside / Larson Electronics)
"The bright red, yellow, green, and blue LED commercial lighting wholesale can be used for process control or traffic direction in hazardous location areas," said Rob Bresnahan with Larsonelectronics.com. "This latest edition to our collection of LED signal stack lights offers reliability , lower maintenance, and high visibility. "
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Soraa Launches High Color Temperature MR16 LED Lamps
Soraa launched the world's first high color temperature (CCT), high color rendering MR16 LED lamps-a brilliant choice for gemstone jewelry and high-end retail displays. The new 4000K and 5000K CCT, full visible spectrum Soraa Vivid 2 LED MR16 renders colors and whites exactly as they would appear in natural light; without the high heat / UV emissions associated with CMH / halogen lamps and beam striations, artifacts or multiple shadows visible in other manufacturer's LED products.
"With Soraa's LED lamps, you can create a perfectly lit-yet energy efficient-space Our full spectrum technology renders colors vividly and whites accurately;. Our single source led indoor lighting wholesale and innovative optics create perfectly uniform beams of exceptionally high intensity light, casting clear single shadows; ". said Jeff Parker, CEO of Soraa" and our lamps are ideally suited for fully enclosed, non-ventilated fixtures-a place where other LED lamps struggle to perform, And now with our 4000K and 5000K products, you can bring the energizing feel of natural light indoors without sacrificing light quality and compatibility. "
In certain environments, higher CCT light is preferred because it helps create an engaging and energizing environment. However, because of their broken spectra, LED and CMH lighting products of 4000K and 5000K CCT create spaces that feel unnatural and cold. The Soraa Vivid 2 MR16 solves this trade-off by representing every visible color in the right proportion, resulting in scenes that feel energizing, yet warm and natural. The full visible spectrum emission of these LEDs results in a CRI of 95 and R9 greater than 90. Plus, the violet component of the spectrum makes whites stand out in their natural brightness and tint.
Soraa's led outdoor lighting wholesale are available in 12V and line voltage configurations, as well as in a wide range of color temperatures (2700K, 3000K, 4000K, and 5000K) and beam angles (10 degrees, 25 degrees, 36 degrees, and 60 degrees), allowing lighting flexibility for any type of indoor or outdoor environment. This includes lighting suitable for smooth and textured fabrics, gold, diamonds, skin tones, and a broad array of other applications. The company's narrow 10 degrees lamp works with its award-winning magnetic accessory SNAP System. With a simple magnetic attachment, beam shapes and color temperature can be modified, allowing endless design and display possibilities.
Soraa's LED lamps are compatible with a very wide range of dimmers, having been tested and characterized extensively through its Works with Soraa program. And the company's novel heatsink design and thermal management system allows its lamps to run cool and deliver efficient light intensity over a long period of time.
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"With Soraa's LED lamps, you can create a perfectly lit-yet energy efficient-space Our full spectrum technology renders colors vividly and whites accurately;. Our single source led indoor lighting wholesale and innovative optics create perfectly uniform beams of exceptionally high intensity light, casting clear single shadows; ". said Jeff Parker, CEO of Soraa" and our lamps are ideally suited for fully enclosed, non-ventilated fixtures-a place where other LED lamps struggle to perform, And now with our 4000K and 5000K products, you can bring the energizing feel of natural light indoors without sacrificing light quality and compatibility. "
In certain environments, higher CCT light is preferred because it helps create an engaging and energizing environment. However, because of their broken spectra, LED and CMH lighting products of 4000K and 5000K CCT create spaces that feel unnatural and cold. The Soraa Vivid 2 MR16 solves this trade-off by representing every visible color in the right proportion, resulting in scenes that feel energizing, yet warm and natural. The full visible spectrum emission of these LEDs results in a CRI of 95 and R9 greater than 90. Plus, the violet component of the spectrum makes whites stand out in their natural brightness and tint.
Soraa's led outdoor lighting wholesale are available in 12V and line voltage configurations, as well as in a wide range of color temperatures (2700K, 3000K, 4000K, and 5000K) and beam angles (10 degrees, 25 degrees, 36 degrees, and 60 degrees), allowing lighting flexibility for any type of indoor or outdoor environment. This includes lighting suitable for smooth and textured fabrics, gold, diamonds, skin tones, and a broad array of other applications. The company's narrow 10 degrees lamp works with its award-winning magnetic accessory SNAP System. With a simple magnetic attachment, beam shapes and color temperature can be modified, allowing endless design and display possibilities.
Soraa's LED lamps are compatible with a very wide range of dimmers, having been tested and characterized extensively through its Works with Soraa program. And the company's novel heatsink design and thermal management system allows its lamps to run cool and deliver efficient light intensity over a long period of time.
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2014年7月17日星期四
Dubai Business Leaders “Do Buy” LED Lights!
Business owners, check this out: The Grand Hyatt luxury hotel in Dubai has switched to all led street light supplier This move - which involved replacing 1,500 halogen bulbs - stands to create exponential savings in electricity and bulb replacement costs!.
In business terms, the ROI (Return on Investment) is expected within ten months -. Not very long when you consider the 20 year projected lifespan of each LED light bulb And in environmental terms, this means the prevention of 630 tons of CO2 released into the atmosphere per year!
The significance of this hotel's change-out is deep. Dubai, which was virtually a barren desert wasteland until prospectors struck oil just a few decades ago, now represents commerce, innovation, and (perhaps most importantly) money, thanks to the country's wealth of fossil fuels. The fact that a hotel in this thriving country sees the need to make changes towards energy-efficient led street lighting fixture and other sustainables should ring as a signal to all businesses large and small.
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In business terms, the ROI (Return on Investment) is expected within ten months -. Not very long when you consider the 20 year projected lifespan of each LED light bulb And in environmental terms, this means the prevention of 630 tons of CO2 released into the atmosphere per year!
The significance of this hotel's change-out is deep. Dubai, which was virtually a barren desert wasteland until prospectors struck oil just a few decades ago, now represents commerce, innovation, and (perhaps most importantly) money, thanks to the country's wealth of fossil fuels. The fact that a hotel in this thriving country sees the need to make changes towards energy-efficient led street lighting fixture and other sustainables should ring as a signal to all businesses large and small.
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San Diego Bridge to Host Largest Interactive Green Energy Lighting Project in North America
The largest interactive green energy lighting project to be undertaken in North America is landing in San Diego! The San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge is being outfitted in LED lights in an installation by London based artist Peter Fink (Form Associates) and lighting designer Mark Major (Speirs + Major) in association with Buro Happold in Los Angeles. The programmable cree xsp series led street light
display will reflect the movement of traffic across the iconic California bridge. What's more, the entire length will run on energy generated by wind turbines, making this a completely net zero energy project What a perfect marriage:.. energy-efficient LED lighting and natural, renewable wind power Hooray for raising awareness about AND with sustainable energy!
From WorldArchitectureNews.com:. "The San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge, built in 1969 in the spectacular context of the bay, has become a symbol of the San Diego area The San Diego Bridge is characterised by its graceful 2.5 mile long curved deck supported by over 30 towers reaching a height of 200ft over the navigation channel. The shipping channels are spanned by the world's longest continuous three-span box girder measuring 1,880 ft. After an extensive period of evaluation, the Port Commissioners and Caltrans embraced a selection panel's recommendation to choose the Peter Fink and Mark Major led team ahead of two other finalists, the Bideau Company of Ballan-Mire, France and Ned Kahn / Patrick McInerney Associates in association with ARUP.
The winning concept envisages illuminating the bridge with programmable led street lighting Manufacturer in an energy neutral manner using electricity generated by wind turbines. The lighting concept is designed to celebrate the spectacular Bay location of San Diego, and emphasise the bridge as an important gateway with programmable changing coloured light which expresses the movement of energy across and under the bridge. The variable rate of traffic flow over the bridge will be expressed by parapet lighting programmatically reflecting the direction, speed and intensity of vehicle movements on the deck.
The lighting of the navigation span will express the nautical gateway function of the bridge and will have the capability to respond to the movement of larger ships. A distinct secondary layer of lighting accentuating the bridge pillars will provide the sense of urban connection between the two shores and celebrate the strong ties across the water body linking the communities of San Diego and the City of Coronado. "
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display will reflect the movement of traffic across the iconic California bridge. What's more, the entire length will run on energy generated by wind turbines, making this a completely net zero energy project What a perfect marriage:.. energy-efficient LED lighting and natural, renewable wind power Hooray for raising awareness about AND with sustainable energy!
From WorldArchitectureNews.com:. "The San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge, built in 1969 in the spectacular context of the bay, has become a symbol of the San Diego area The San Diego Bridge is characterised by its graceful 2.5 mile long curved deck supported by over 30 towers reaching a height of 200ft over the navigation channel. The shipping channels are spanned by the world's longest continuous three-span box girder measuring 1,880 ft. After an extensive period of evaluation, the Port Commissioners and Caltrans embraced a selection panel's recommendation to choose the Peter Fink and Mark Major led team ahead of two other finalists, the Bideau Company of Ballan-Mire, France and Ned Kahn / Patrick McInerney Associates in association with ARUP.
The winning concept envisages illuminating the bridge with programmable led street lighting Manufacturer in an energy neutral manner using electricity generated by wind turbines. The lighting concept is designed to celebrate the spectacular Bay location of San Diego, and emphasise the bridge as an important gateway with programmable changing coloured light which expresses the movement of energy across and under the bridge. The variable rate of traffic flow over the bridge will be expressed by parapet lighting programmatically reflecting the direction, speed and intensity of vehicle movements on the deck.
The lighting of the navigation span will express the nautical gateway function of the bridge and will have the capability to respond to the movement of larger ships. A distinct secondary layer of lighting accentuating the bridge pillars will provide the sense of urban connection between the two shores and celebrate the strong ties across the water body linking the communities of San Diego and the City of Coronado. "
More info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/products/sid106-1.htm
Churches Modernize with LED Switch
A new 90m long pedestrian tunnel with led street lighting fixture integrated art-wall will open at King's Cross at the end of June. The tunnel has been designed by Allies & Morrison and will link St Pancras International and King's Cross St Pancras Underground stations to King's Cross' public spaces, restaurants, offices and homes, via One Pancras Square. Speirs & Major came up with the original concept for the light wall.
LED integrated art-wall at King's Cross.
The tunnel's entrance is in the north-east corner of the One Pancras Square building, accessed via an escalator hall designed by David Chipperfield Architects. It then follows a consistent curve leading to the tail end, accommodating a changing slope, into the two stations. The design of the tunnel is broken into four distinct sections, each with its own conceptual idea: the canopy, the fin section, the floor, and the integrated art-wall, which has been designed by The Light Lab The inside of the tunnel. is lined with repeating panels; the fin sections fill the triangular space between the canopies, allowing stylish and easy access to the service area above, and shaped as 'mini auditoria' to focus attention towards the art-wall The flooring echoes this, with. ceramic tiles spread across the floor in a large triangular pattern, in two shades to create a subtle texture.
The art-wall, one of Europe's longest, is the main focus of the tunnel and is made up of LED lights. To enable an effect of seamless lighting running the length of the tunnel, the lights have been manufactured and installed behind a jointed glass wall. The LED lights themselves are capable of emanating the full RGB spectrum and also a white light spectrum from 3.0K to 6.0K, creating a subtle and beautiful moving light show with no shadow lines.
During its opening months, the wall will have a dedicated light artwork on display. The piece, called Pipette, has been created by Miriam Sleeman (The Cross Kings) and Tom Sloan (Tom Sloan Design) and is designed to evoke the colourful tapestry of King's Cross through a tranquil yet animated design. The piece has been created with the commuter's day-to-day experience in mind and to work in harmony with the tunnel's architecture.
Commenting on the design of the King's Cross tunnel, Graham Morrison, Partner at Allies & Morrison Architects, said:
"We have enjoyed the challenge of this project; being able to work so closely with The LED panel lighting fixture Lab and Cross Kings / Tom Sloan Design on this project has allowed us to create something which shows off its individual elements, but also highlights the art-wall as the main feature. "
Phil Sullivan, Project Director at Argent (Asset Manager for KCCLP), said:
"We're extremely pleased that we have been able to create a new transport connection which is visually exciting as well as practical. Our work at King's Cross is about creating experiences across the site, and we felt the same should be true for this tunnel . "
Commenting from HS1 Ltd - owners of St Pancras International station - Commercial Director, Wendy Spinks said:
"At St Pancras International, we have always believed that art and design inspires people -. A belief which is behind the station's public art space, Terrace Wires As the area around St Pancras and King's Cross regenerates, it is building a culture of creativity and the new integrated art-wall is another great example of this. "
The tunnel will open at the end of June and will be open to pedestrians from Monday-Sunday, 7am until 8pm.
more info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/led-panel/led-panel-light-smd3030-series.htm
LED integrated art-wall at King's Cross.
The tunnel's entrance is in the north-east corner of the One Pancras Square building, accessed via an escalator hall designed by David Chipperfield Architects. It then follows a consistent curve leading to the tail end, accommodating a changing slope, into the two stations. The design of the tunnel is broken into four distinct sections, each with its own conceptual idea: the canopy, the fin section, the floor, and the integrated art-wall, which has been designed by The Light Lab The inside of the tunnel. is lined with repeating panels; the fin sections fill the triangular space between the canopies, allowing stylish and easy access to the service area above, and shaped as 'mini auditoria' to focus attention towards the art-wall The flooring echoes this, with. ceramic tiles spread across the floor in a large triangular pattern, in two shades to create a subtle texture.
The art-wall, one of Europe's longest, is the main focus of the tunnel and is made up of LED lights. To enable an effect of seamless lighting running the length of the tunnel, the lights have been manufactured and installed behind a jointed glass wall. The LED lights themselves are capable of emanating the full RGB spectrum and also a white light spectrum from 3.0K to 6.0K, creating a subtle and beautiful moving light show with no shadow lines.
During its opening months, the wall will have a dedicated light artwork on display. The piece, called Pipette, has been created by Miriam Sleeman (The Cross Kings) and Tom Sloan (Tom Sloan Design) and is designed to evoke the colourful tapestry of King's Cross through a tranquil yet animated design. The piece has been created with the commuter's day-to-day experience in mind and to work in harmony with the tunnel's architecture.
Commenting on the design of the King's Cross tunnel, Graham Morrison, Partner at Allies & Morrison Architects, said:
"We have enjoyed the challenge of this project; being able to work so closely with The LED panel lighting fixture Lab and Cross Kings / Tom Sloan Design on this project has allowed us to create something which shows off its individual elements, but also highlights the art-wall as the main feature. "
Phil Sullivan, Project Director at Argent (Asset Manager for KCCLP), said:
"We're extremely pleased that we have been able to create a new transport connection which is visually exciting as well as practical. Our work at King's Cross is about creating experiences across the site, and we felt the same should be true for this tunnel . "
Commenting from HS1 Ltd - owners of St Pancras International station - Commercial Director, Wendy Spinks said:
"At St Pancras International, we have always believed that art and design inspires people -. A belief which is behind the station's public art space, Terrace Wires As the area around St Pancras and King's Cross regenerates, it is building a culture of creativity and the new integrated art-wall is another great example of this. "
The tunnel will open at the end of June and will be open to pedestrians from Monday-Sunday, 7am until 8pm.
more info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/led-panel/led-panel-light-smd3030-series.htm
New Pedestrian Tunnel with Integrated Art-wall to Open at King’s Cross
A new 90m long pedestrian tunnel with led indoor lighting wholesale integrated art-wall will open at King's Cross at the end of June. The tunnel has been designed by Allies & Morrison and will link St Pancras International and King's Cross St Pancras Underground stations to King's Cross' public spaces, restaurants, offices and homes, via One Pancras Square. Speirs & Major came up with the original concept for the light wall.
LED integrated art-wall at King's Cross.
The tunnel's entrance is in the north-east corner of the One Pancras Square building, accessed via an escalator hall designed by David Chipperfield Architects. It then follows a consistent curve leading to the tail end, accommodating a changing slope, into the two stations. The design of the tunnel is broken into four distinct sections, each with its own conceptual idea: the canopy, the fin section, the floor, and the integrated art-wall, which has been designed by The Light Lab The inside of the tunnel. is lined with repeating panels; the fin sections fill the triangular space between the canopies, allowing stylish and easy access to the service area above, and shaped as 'mini auditoria' to focus attention towards the art-wall The flooring echoes this, with. ceramic tiles spread across the floor in a large triangular pattern, in two shades to create a subtle texture.
The art-wall, one of Europe's longest, is the main focus of the tunnel and is made up of LED lights. To enable an effect of seamless lighting running the length of the tunnel, the lights have been manufactured and installed behind a jointed glass wall. The LED lights themselves are capable of emanating the full RGB spectrum and also a white light spectrum from 3.0K to 6.0K, creating a subtle and beautiful moving light show with no shadow lines.
During its opening months, the wall will have a dedicated light artwork on display. The piece, called Pipette, has been created by Miriam Sleeman (The Cross Kings) and Tom Sloan (Tom Sloan Design) and is designed to evoke the colourful tapestry of King's Cross through a tranquil yet animated design. The piece has been created with the commuter's day-to-day experience in mind and to work in harmony with the tunnel's architecture.
Commenting on the design of the King's Cross tunnel, Graham Morrison, Partner at Allies & Morrison Architects, said:
"We have enjoyed the challenge of this project; being able to work so closely with The Light Lab and Cross Kings / Tom Sloan Design on this project has allowed us to create something which shows off its individual elements, but also highlights the art-wall as the main feature. "
"We're extremely pleased that led outdoor lighting wholesale have been able to create a new transport connection which is visually exciting as well as practical. Our work at King's Cross is about creating experiences across the site, and we felt the same should be true for this tunnel . "
Commenting from HS1 Ltd - owners of St Pancras International station - Commercial Director, Wendy Spinks said:
"At St Pancras International, we have always believed that art and design inspires people -. A belief which is behind the station's public art space, Terrace Wires As the area around St Pancras and King's Cross regenerates, it is building a culture of creativity and the new integrated art-wall is another great example of this. "
The tunnel will open at the end of June and will be open to pedestrians from Monday-Sunday, 7am until 8pm.
more info you can visit:http://www.lighting-ledlight.com/index.php/tag/led-outdoor-lighting-wholesale/
LED integrated art-wall at King's Cross.
The tunnel's entrance is in the north-east corner of the One Pancras Square building, accessed via an escalator hall designed by David Chipperfield Architects. It then follows a consistent curve leading to the tail end, accommodating a changing slope, into the two stations. The design of the tunnel is broken into four distinct sections, each with its own conceptual idea: the canopy, the fin section, the floor, and the integrated art-wall, which has been designed by The Light Lab The inside of the tunnel. is lined with repeating panels; the fin sections fill the triangular space between the canopies, allowing stylish and easy access to the service area above, and shaped as 'mini auditoria' to focus attention towards the art-wall The flooring echoes this, with. ceramic tiles spread across the floor in a large triangular pattern, in two shades to create a subtle texture.
The art-wall, one of Europe's longest, is the main focus of the tunnel and is made up of LED lights. To enable an effect of seamless lighting running the length of the tunnel, the lights have been manufactured and installed behind a jointed glass wall. The LED lights themselves are capable of emanating the full RGB spectrum and also a white light spectrum from 3.0K to 6.0K, creating a subtle and beautiful moving light show with no shadow lines.
During its opening months, the wall will have a dedicated light artwork on display. The piece, called Pipette, has been created by Miriam Sleeman (The Cross Kings) and Tom Sloan (Tom Sloan Design) and is designed to evoke the colourful tapestry of King's Cross through a tranquil yet animated design. The piece has been created with the commuter's day-to-day experience in mind and to work in harmony with the tunnel's architecture.
Commenting on the design of the King's Cross tunnel, Graham Morrison, Partner at Allies & Morrison Architects, said:
"We have enjoyed the challenge of this project; being able to work so closely with The Light Lab and Cross Kings / Tom Sloan Design on this project has allowed us to create something which shows off its individual elements, but also highlights the art-wall as the main feature. "
"We're extremely pleased that led outdoor lighting wholesale have been able to create a new transport connection which is visually exciting as well as practical. Our work at King's Cross is about creating experiences across the site, and we felt the same should be true for this tunnel . "
Commenting from HS1 Ltd - owners of St Pancras International station - Commercial Director, Wendy Spinks said:
"At St Pancras International, we have always believed that art and design inspires people -. A belief which is behind the station's public art space, Terrace Wires As the area around St Pancras and King's Cross regenerates, it is building a culture of creativity and the new integrated art-wall is another great example of this. "
The tunnel will open at the end of June and will be open to pedestrians from Monday-Sunday, 7am until 8pm.
more info you can visit:http://www.lighting-ledlight.com/index.php/tag/led-outdoor-lighting-wholesale/
Lexus Amazes with LED Stunt Men in Kuala Lumpur
Lexus presented the "STROBE" project - an outdoor LED Street Light 200w in which acrobats and stuntmen suspended across Kuala Lumpur's night skyline were lit up in succession to create the illusion of acrobatic motion at impressive speed.
Photo courtesy of Lexus
Poised across the rooftops of some of the city's tallest buildings, the 'Lightmen' were dressed in custom-made LED lightsuits that were linked to a purpose-built computer system that controlled each individual LEDs' strobes one by one, tracing a breathtaking display of illuminated figures flying over the city.
Created by CHI & Partners London and directed by Adam Berg of Stink Productions, the campaign will run globally across TV, cinema, print, outdoor, digital and social media.
The spectacle required a team of 40 expert engineers to erect and control large-scale rigging from which the 'Lightmen' were suspended.
The LED suits, which took six weeks to build, were conceived by Hollywood costumer designer Vin Burnham and world-renowned technical director Adam Wright - taking design cues from Lexus vehicles, including the iconic spindle grille and the all-new Lexus RC F LED Street Light 200w price headlights . Each suit contained 1,680 LED lights, all wirelessly controlled to strobe on command using specialist software.
Mark Templin, Executive Vice President at Lexus International, said: "STROBE is the third entry in our 'Amazing in Motion' campaign We created this global series of projects to showcase our imagination through innovative design and technology It builds on the Lexus ambition.. to connect with the hearts, as well as the minds, of consumers. "
Music was provided by Computer Magic, the electronic music solo-project of New York producer and DJ Danielle "Danz" Johnson, who is signed by Kitsuné. Lexus chose the track, 'Running', for the way it effortlessly complements the sequence of the Lightmen, accentuating the flow of movement, while the lyrics support the narrative of the Lightman running through the city at night.
more info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/led-street-light/led-street-light-200w.htm
Photo courtesy of Lexus
Poised across the rooftops of some of the city's tallest buildings, the 'Lightmen' were dressed in custom-made LED lightsuits that were linked to a purpose-built computer system that controlled each individual LEDs' strobes one by one, tracing a breathtaking display of illuminated figures flying over the city.
Created by CHI & Partners London and directed by Adam Berg of Stink Productions, the campaign will run globally across TV, cinema, print, outdoor, digital and social media.
The spectacle required a team of 40 expert engineers to erect and control large-scale rigging from which the 'Lightmen' were suspended.
The LED suits, which took six weeks to build, were conceived by Hollywood costumer designer Vin Burnham and world-renowned technical director Adam Wright - taking design cues from Lexus vehicles, including the iconic spindle grille and the all-new Lexus RC F LED Street Light 200w price headlights . Each suit contained 1,680 LED lights, all wirelessly controlled to strobe on command using specialist software.
Mark Templin, Executive Vice President at Lexus International, said: "STROBE is the third entry in our 'Amazing in Motion' campaign We created this global series of projects to showcase our imagination through innovative design and technology It builds on the Lexus ambition.. to connect with the hearts, as well as the minds, of consumers. "
Music was provided by Computer Magic, the electronic music solo-project of New York producer and DJ Danielle "Danz" Johnson, who is signed by Kitsuné. Lexus chose the track, 'Running', for the way it effortlessly complements the sequence of the Lightmen, accentuating the flow of movement, while the lyrics support the narrative of the Lightman running through the city at night.
more info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/led-street-light/led-street-light-200w.htm
2014年7月11日星期五
Shanghai Sansi wins three awards during Guangzhou lighting exhibition
The 19th Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition was held this year on June 19, 2014 in Guangzhou, China. This highly anticipated annual event invites the top tier market leaders in China’s lighting industry. This year the spotlight shone on Shanghai Sansi as they received a winning streak in three major categories: The Top 10 Products Award, Top 10 Projects Award and the Top 10 Persons of Outstanding Character Award.
The Guangzhou Lighting Awards first began in November of 2013. Since then, the LED Lighting Committee has received over 290 led indoor lighting wholesale applications from 104 enterprises, 101 LED project applications from 80 companies, and 67 nominations for the Outstanding Character category.
Over one hundred nomination judges from the Lighting Award Review Committee and cooperating institutions adhere to the voting rules which allows each member to cast 10 votes per category, where every enterprise per category is allowed only one project selection. The nominating committee narrowed down final nominations to 30 finalists to compete at the Lighting Awards.
On June 7, 2014, seven final committee judges voted for the final winners for the Top 10 Products Award, Top 10 Projects Award and Top 10 Persons of Outstanding Characters Award. Judges presiding were: Wenbo Pan (President of Guangya Group), Qingxuan Zhan (Consultant of China Illuminating Engineering Society), Xiaojie An (Chief Designer of Light & View Lighting Design Co., Ltd.), Binghua Li (Vice President of Architectural Society of China), Linping Dou (Vice President of China Illuminating Engineering Society), Tienan Li (President of China Senior Lighting Designers Alumni Association), Haibo Wang (Vice President of China Association of Lighting Industry). This strict selection made for a fierce competition.
These awards mark a significant milestone in Sansi's history reflecting the company's strength in innovation, technology and the people behind the products who have constantly pushed the boundaries to spearhead the way for the LED applications industry over the last two decades.
Shanghai SANSI proudly carries this award not only for the itself but in representation for the entire Chinese led outdoor lighting wholesale industry to achieve world class status.
More info you can visit:http://www.lighting-ledlight.com/index.php/tag/led-outdoor-lighting-wholesale/
The Guangzhou Lighting Awards first began in November of 2013. Since then, the LED Lighting Committee has received over 290 led indoor lighting wholesale applications from 104 enterprises, 101 LED project applications from 80 companies, and 67 nominations for the Outstanding Character category.
Over one hundred nomination judges from the Lighting Award Review Committee and cooperating institutions adhere to the voting rules which allows each member to cast 10 votes per category, where every enterprise per category is allowed only one project selection. The nominating committee narrowed down final nominations to 30 finalists to compete at the Lighting Awards.
On June 7, 2014, seven final committee judges voted for the final winners for the Top 10 Products Award, Top 10 Projects Award and Top 10 Persons of Outstanding Characters Award. Judges presiding were: Wenbo Pan (President of Guangya Group), Qingxuan Zhan (Consultant of China Illuminating Engineering Society), Xiaojie An (Chief Designer of Light & View Lighting Design Co., Ltd.), Binghua Li (Vice President of Architectural Society of China), Linping Dou (Vice President of China Illuminating Engineering Society), Tienan Li (President of China Senior Lighting Designers Alumni Association), Haibo Wang (Vice President of China Association of Lighting Industry). This strict selection made for a fierce competition.
These awards mark a significant milestone in Sansi's history reflecting the company's strength in innovation, technology and the people behind the products who have constantly pushed the boundaries to spearhead the way for the LED applications industry over the last two decades.
Shanghai SANSI proudly carries this award not only for the itself but in representation for the entire Chinese led outdoor lighting wholesale industry to achieve world class status.
More info you can visit:http://www.lighting-ledlight.com/index.php/tag/led-outdoor-lighting-wholesale/
Littman Brands integrates custom hospitality lighting contract division
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA -- Littman Brands Contract announces an established global contract and hospitality division offering one lighting resource that encompasses their three leading decorative lighting brands. This integrated (project sales, service and support) division provides a seamless and easy way for designers, architects and product procurement managers to specify lighting solutions for commercial, hotel, resort and multi-unit projects by offering the latest in lighting fashion and design across Hudson Valley Lighting®, Troy Lighting and Corbett Lighting. While each brand has its own distinct style and aesthetic, they all reflect high quality, handcrafted, energy efficient, state-of-the-art light sources to meet the needs of virtually any hospitality project or specification.
LED panel lighting fixture is well known in the hospitality industry as we have provided lighting for a multitude of high profile projects including five-star hotels and restaurants and other commercial installations," said Jeff Wierzba, vice president of Troy-CSL Contract. "However, by forming the new Littman Brands Contract global division, designers and specifiers have access to a wide variety of options across all of our brands and they can look to one team as the point of contact. With such a vast selection of product and variability, our experts can recommend the perfect solution for any project and specification. In addition to original customization projects through our Troy custom division, any product within Littman Brands Contract (including those from Troy Lighting, Corbett Lighting and Hudson Valley Lighting), can be modified to meet a client's particular design aesthetic, theme and budgetary need."
In addition to a variety of looks and styles cross all brands, Littman Brands Contract's creative insights, quality and attention to detail is unmatched in the industry. The majority of Littman Brands Contract's custom pieces are manufactured at Littman Brand's 200,000-square-foot manufacturing building in Southern California, with an additional 100,000-square-foot facility in Upstate New York. In addition, Littman Brands also owns two manufacturing sites in Asia that are equipped to execute large scale projects as needed.
Hudson Valley Lighting®, a producer of high-grade interior lighting since 1995, prides itself on close attention to detail, craftsmanship and quality. With designs spanning from elegant vintage to inviting modern, Hudson Valley creates tomorrow's classics today. From the brand’s New York-based headquarters, an in-house team creates unique and original fixture designs, spanning in style from historic to artisan, transitional to contemporary. Many of Hudson Valley Lighting's fixtures can already be found in superior quality hotel guest rooms and bathrooms across the country, as many collections offer varied styles and feature at least one ADA-compliant option. Recent projects include: The recently renovated Peninsula Hotel in Paris; The Algonquin Hotel in NYC; The Cosmopolitan Hotel in NYC; Hilton in St. Petersburg, FL; Brandywine Senior Living and Steak 'n Shake restaurants.
Troy Lighting, established in 1968, provides a treasure trove for projects that specify tactile materials such as rope, linen, leather, wood and forged iron. From complete custom designs to modified standard products, the company has developed a formula for making every project a success. Custom lighting fixtures by Troy Lighting’s contract hospitality division have been installed in some of the world's most exclusive hotels, resorts, restaurants and multi-family housing communities, including: The San Diego Marriott in La Jolla, CA; The Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort in Oxnard, CA; St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort in Puerto Rico; the Commerce Club in Atlanta, GA; P.F. Chang's restaurants and Sagewood Continuing Care Retirement Community in Phoenix, AZ.
LED panel lighting wholesale is celebrated for creating visually striking, handcrafted art pieces. Like jewelry for ceilings and walls, bias cut crystals, hand beading and embossed leathers glitter and gleam across Corbett's array of one-of-a-kind fixtures. Corbett Lighting's contract hospitality division uses only the most stylized and refined materials to reflect the latest trends in fashion, design and lifestyle. Corbett Lighting's products are specified for myriad upscale hospitality properties and contract projects, including: Westin Maui Resort and Spa in Maui, HI; Four Seasons in Austin, TX; Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, NV; Hotel Monaco in Denver, CO; Buccament Bay Resort in St Vincent and the Grenadines; Carolina Theatre in Durham, NC and the Dash Boutique in Los Angeles.
Littman Brands Contract, the global contract and hospitality division of Littman Brands, promotes the design strengths of subsidiary companies Troy Lighting, Corbett Lighting and Hudson Valley Lighting® -- each of which brings its own aesthetic and custom manufacturing capabilities to the hospitality space. It is a single source for designers, specifiers, and interior architects working on commercial, hotel and resort projects -- providing access to the talents and unlimited resources of all three brands. Under Littman Brands Contract, clients can be assured that qualified project managers, engineering staff and CAD department oversee every detail of the design-build and modification process to ensure the proper design intent is achieved. Littman Brand’s 200,000-square-foot manufacturing building in Southern California, 100,000-square-foot facility in Upstate New York and manufacturing sites in Asia are equipped to execute any project.
More info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/led-panel/led-panel-light-smd3030-series.htm
LED panel lighting fixture is well known in the hospitality industry as we have provided lighting for a multitude of high profile projects including five-star hotels and restaurants and other commercial installations," said Jeff Wierzba, vice president of Troy-CSL Contract. "However, by forming the new Littman Brands Contract global division, designers and specifiers have access to a wide variety of options across all of our brands and they can look to one team as the point of contact. With such a vast selection of product and variability, our experts can recommend the perfect solution for any project and specification. In addition to original customization projects through our Troy custom division, any product within Littman Brands Contract (including those from Troy Lighting, Corbett Lighting and Hudson Valley Lighting), can be modified to meet a client's particular design aesthetic, theme and budgetary need."
In addition to a variety of looks and styles cross all brands, Littman Brands Contract's creative insights, quality and attention to detail is unmatched in the industry. The majority of Littman Brands Contract's custom pieces are manufactured at Littman Brand's 200,000-square-foot manufacturing building in Southern California, with an additional 100,000-square-foot facility in Upstate New York. In addition, Littman Brands also owns two manufacturing sites in Asia that are equipped to execute large scale projects as needed.
Hudson Valley Lighting®, a producer of high-grade interior lighting since 1995, prides itself on close attention to detail, craftsmanship and quality. With designs spanning from elegant vintage to inviting modern, Hudson Valley creates tomorrow's classics today. From the brand’s New York-based headquarters, an in-house team creates unique and original fixture designs, spanning in style from historic to artisan, transitional to contemporary. Many of Hudson Valley Lighting's fixtures can already be found in superior quality hotel guest rooms and bathrooms across the country, as many collections offer varied styles and feature at least one ADA-compliant option. Recent projects include: The recently renovated Peninsula Hotel in Paris; The Algonquin Hotel in NYC; The Cosmopolitan Hotel in NYC; Hilton in St. Petersburg, FL; Brandywine Senior Living and Steak 'n Shake restaurants.
Troy Lighting, established in 1968, provides a treasure trove for projects that specify tactile materials such as rope, linen, leather, wood and forged iron. From complete custom designs to modified standard products, the company has developed a formula for making every project a success. Custom lighting fixtures by Troy Lighting’s contract hospitality division have been installed in some of the world's most exclusive hotels, resorts, restaurants and multi-family housing communities, including: The San Diego Marriott in La Jolla, CA; The Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort in Oxnard, CA; St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort in Puerto Rico; the Commerce Club in Atlanta, GA; P.F. Chang's restaurants and Sagewood Continuing Care Retirement Community in Phoenix, AZ.
LED panel lighting wholesale is celebrated for creating visually striking, handcrafted art pieces. Like jewelry for ceilings and walls, bias cut crystals, hand beading and embossed leathers glitter and gleam across Corbett's array of one-of-a-kind fixtures. Corbett Lighting's contract hospitality division uses only the most stylized and refined materials to reflect the latest trends in fashion, design and lifestyle. Corbett Lighting's products are specified for myriad upscale hospitality properties and contract projects, including: Westin Maui Resort and Spa in Maui, HI; Four Seasons in Austin, TX; Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, NV; Hotel Monaco in Denver, CO; Buccament Bay Resort in St Vincent and the Grenadines; Carolina Theatre in Durham, NC and the Dash Boutique in Los Angeles.
Littman Brands Contract, the global contract and hospitality division of Littman Brands, promotes the design strengths of subsidiary companies Troy Lighting, Corbett Lighting and Hudson Valley Lighting® -- each of which brings its own aesthetic and custom manufacturing capabilities to the hospitality space. It is a single source for designers, specifiers, and interior architects working on commercial, hotel and resort projects -- providing access to the talents and unlimited resources of all three brands. Under Littman Brands Contract, clients can be assured that qualified project managers, engineering staff and CAD department oversee every detail of the design-build and modification process to ensure the proper design intent is achieved. Littman Brand’s 200,000-square-foot manufacturing building in Southern California, 100,000-square-foot facility in Upstate New York and manufacturing sites in Asia are equipped to execute any project.
More info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/led-panel/led-panel-light-smd3030-series.htm
EPA announces results of LED lamp push, plans new marketing initiative
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the results of its Energy Star LED bulb challenge and also an upcoming marketing opportunity for energy-efficiency program sponsors (EEPs). US retailers sold more than 20 million Energy Star-certified lamps during the challenge that stretched between Earth Day (April 22) 2013 and 2014.
EPA announces results of LED lamp push, plans new marketing initiative
The EPA continues to push LED-based lamps as a way to save energy and reduce carbon emissions. The agency said that the 20 million lamps reported sold as part of the challenge equate to Americans saving $118 million annually in energy costs and the elimination of emissions equivalent to removing 3.5 million vehicles from the roadways.
Related article: EPA details led outdoor lighting wholesale changes coming to Energy Star Lamps V1.1
The challenge was made specifically to major retailers in the US including Ace Hardware, Best Buy, Costco, Lowe’s, Metro Lighting, Bulbs.com, and The Home Depot, as well as to distributors and online retailers. The group was charged with educating their customers about the benefits of Energy Star-certified lamps and promoting the products with in-store displays and through sales materials.
"EPA congratulates the many retailers, manufacturers, and utility efficiency programs who contributed to a cleaner environment by helping to reach this goal," said Ann Bailey, the Energy Star labeling branch director. "Together with our partners, we are excited about the potential to fundamentally change the way Americans light their homes with Energy Star LED lighting."
Related article: Crafty counsel needed with incandescent bulb departure
The EPA actually estimates that more than 45 million Energy Star LED lamps were sold in total during 2013 and that number doubles the total from the prior year. Many lamps were obviously sold outside of the vendors involved in the challenge.
New Energy Star push
The EPA has also revealed its next marketing push for Energy Star lamps. Beginning in September, the agency will utilize its Facebook social-media presence to help EEPs reach a broader audience. EEPs will be able to distribute Energy Star-related marketing content through the social media outlet. And the EPA will also leverage channels including Pinterest, Twitter, and industry blogs to spread the energy-efficiency message.
EEPs will be able to distribute a variety of content via the program including product and promotional images with a prominent Energy Star message. The EPA will also host 30-second videos, LED commercial lighting wholesale will be able to promote new product introductions via the campaign, and short but interesting fun facts will be part of the campaign.
THE EPA is asking for help from LED manufacturers to raise the profile of the marketing campaign. For example, the agency has suggested that LED makers can use their relationship with influential websites to help convey the significance of energy savings that can be achieved through the use of certified products.
more info you can visit:http://www.lighting-ledlight.com/index.php/tag/led-commercial-lighting-wholesale/
EPA announces results of LED lamp push, plans new marketing initiative
The EPA continues to push LED-based lamps as a way to save energy and reduce carbon emissions. The agency said that the 20 million lamps reported sold as part of the challenge equate to Americans saving $118 million annually in energy costs and the elimination of emissions equivalent to removing 3.5 million vehicles from the roadways.
Related article: EPA details led outdoor lighting wholesale changes coming to Energy Star Lamps V1.1
The challenge was made specifically to major retailers in the US including Ace Hardware, Best Buy, Costco, Lowe’s, Metro Lighting, Bulbs.com, and The Home Depot, as well as to distributors and online retailers. The group was charged with educating their customers about the benefits of Energy Star-certified lamps and promoting the products with in-store displays and through sales materials.
"EPA congratulates the many retailers, manufacturers, and utility efficiency programs who contributed to a cleaner environment by helping to reach this goal," said Ann Bailey, the Energy Star labeling branch director. "Together with our partners, we are excited about the potential to fundamentally change the way Americans light their homes with Energy Star LED lighting."
Related article: Crafty counsel needed with incandescent bulb departure
The EPA actually estimates that more than 45 million Energy Star LED lamps were sold in total during 2013 and that number doubles the total from the prior year. Many lamps were obviously sold outside of the vendors involved in the challenge.
New Energy Star push
The EPA has also revealed its next marketing push for Energy Star lamps. Beginning in September, the agency will utilize its Facebook social-media presence to help EEPs reach a broader audience. EEPs will be able to distribute Energy Star-related marketing content through the social media outlet. And the EPA will also leverage channels including Pinterest, Twitter, and industry blogs to spread the energy-efficiency message.
EEPs will be able to distribute a variety of content via the program including product and promotional images with a prominent Energy Star message. The EPA will also host 30-second videos, LED commercial lighting wholesale will be able to promote new product introductions via the campaign, and short but interesting fun facts will be part of the campaign.
THE EPA is asking for help from LED manufacturers to raise the profile of the marketing campaign. For example, the agency has suggested that LED makers can use their relationship with influential websites to help convey the significance of energy savings that can be achieved through the use of certified products.
more info you can visit:http://www.lighting-ledlight.com/index.php/tag/led-commercial-lighting-wholesale/
Hubbell integrates two sensing technologies for accurate occupancy detection
Hubbell Building Automation, a led street light wholesale brand, has announced the LightHAWK2 family of lighting wall switches with integrates light and occupancy sensors. The company has turned out what it calls a Dual Technology Sensor for occupancy/vacancy detection that combines both passive infrared (PIR) and ultrasonic (US) technologies that offer what the company calls "unequaled motion detection."
Hubbell integrates two sensing technologies for accurate occupancy detection
The two sensor types work quite differently and together minimize false positives while detecting the presence of people with better accuracy. PIR sensors work by detecting changes in temperature in the sensor field of view. Such changes would be prompted by a person entering the space, although the sensor could also trigger on other temperature changes. PIR sensors require an unobstructed field of view to detect motion via the IR lasers that illuminate the field of view.
US sensors use sonar to detect a person entering or leaving a room. The sensors typically emit high-frequency RF energy and detect patterns that return to the sensor. An irregularity in the pattern relative to prior operational cycles equates to the presence or departure of a person.
The Dual Sensor Technology can cover a 1000-ft2 space and a 180° field of view, according to Hubbell. Moreover, the LightHAWK2 family includes what Hubbell calls IntelliDAPT self-adaptive technology that eliminates any calibration requirements during commissioning.
The switches also include led street light supplier that can detect the presence of ambient light. The additional sensor means that the switch can keep electrical lights powered off at times during the day for maximum energy efficiency. The operational daylighting characteristics are set during the switch commissioning process.
Hubbell is offering the LightHAWK2 product family in three variations. There is a dimmable version that includes a 0–10V output for controlling luminaires that use that dimming interface. There is also a low-voltage version that is compatible with some lighting control systems. And the standard AC version can be specified with a low-output night light.
more info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/products/sid107-1.htm
Hubbell integrates two sensing technologies for accurate occupancy detection
The two sensor types work quite differently and together minimize false positives while detecting the presence of people with better accuracy. PIR sensors work by detecting changes in temperature in the sensor field of view. Such changes would be prompted by a person entering the space, although the sensor could also trigger on other temperature changes. PIR sensors require an unobstructed field of view to detect motion via the IR lasers that illuminate the field of view.
US sensors use sonar to detect a person entering or leaving a room. The sensors typically emit high-frequency RF energy and detect patterns that return to the sensor. An irregularity in the pattern relative to prior operational cycles equates to the presence or departure of a person.
The Dual Sensor Technology can cover a 1000-ft2 space and a 180° field of view, according to Hubbell. Moreover, the LightHAWK2 family includes what Hubbell calls IntelliDAPT self-adaptive technology that eliminates any calibration requirements during commissioning.
The switches also include led street light supplier that can detect the presence of ambient light. The additional sensor means that the switch can keep electrical lights powered off at times during the day for maximum energy efficiency. The operational daylighting characteristics are set during the switch commissioning process.
Hubbell is offering the LightHAWK2 product family in three variations. There is a dimmable version that includes a 0–10V output for controlling luminaires that use that dimming interface. There is also a low-voltage version that is compatible with some lighting control systems. And the standard AC version can be specified with a low-output night light.
more info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/products/sid107-1.htm
I Light releases 50W Energy Star qualified ultrathin LED panel light
Recently, I Light launched its 50W ultrathin surface-mounted LED panel light. The 50W surface mount LED panel lighting wholesale is qualified for both residential and commercial ENERGY STAR standards. It adopts a high quality LED driver, which enables it to possess a stable performance to a large extent. Its dimension is 600x600mm, the thickness is 12mm; with the high lumen SMD 3014 chip, each unit LED can reach 0.1W. The light source is composed of 480pcs SMD3014; the beam angle is 240 degree. The surface mount LED panel light transmit 3700 lumens to 4200 lumens at 85-265V AC with different color temperatures. The color temperature comes in three options: 2700K-3500K, 4000K-5000K, 6000-6500K.
Our surface mounted LED light panels are the ideal light source for commercial, industrial, retail and domestic use. They replace fluorescent tube lights, providing instant consistent light without the flickering or bad side effects that fluorescent tubes can lead to. With a high light transmission rate and soft surface lighting the panel produces less visual fatigue. This LED panel light can be designed to be slotted in suspended ceiling grids or attached to ceilings. The smooth profile of the LED Live panel can add sophistication and style to any commercial space, reducing glare and giving an optical illusion of natural light.
Due to its design with sealed, even, luminous reflector, effective light plate, and aluminum alloy material, the uniformity is good and illumination is higher. The LED panel light can adjust the light color per different needs and environments. Not only from the radiation and glare generation, but it also can protect your eyesight because the light color softer. In the LED panel lighting Manufacturer, the LED light source is made from a high hardness resin illuminant and does not damage easily, so its anti-vibration force is good, it is adaptable to ambient temperature. It can be controlled via external controller for various dynamic programming, with the ability to control color temperature, intensity of light and shade. Due to those advantages, it's widely used in office, school, meeting room, supermarket, shopping center, exhibition hall, hotel, hospital applications and so on.
In view of LEDs' advantages of energy conversation and environment protection, the surface mounted LED panel light plays an important role in future development trends.
More info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/led-panel/led-panel-light-smd3030-series.htm
Our surface mounted LED light panels are the ideal light source for commercial, industrial, retail and domestic use. They replace fluorescent tube lights, providing instant consistent light without the flickering or bad side effects that fluorescent tubes can lead to. With a high light transmission rate and soft surface lighting the panel produces less visual fatigue. This LED panel light can be designed to be slotted in suspended ceiling grids or attached to ceilings. The smooth profile of the LED Live panel can add sophistication and style to any commercial space, reducing glare and giving an optical illusion of natural light.
Due to its design with sealed, even, luminous reflector, effective light plate, and aluminum alloy material, the uniformity is good and illumination is higher. The LED panel light can adjust the light color per different needs and environments. Not only from the radiation and glare generation, but it also can protect your eyesight because the light color softer. In the LED panel lighting Manufacturer, the LED light source is made from a high hardness resin illuminant and does not damage easily, so its anti-vibration force is good, it is adaptable to ambient temperature. It can be controlled via external controller for various dynamic programming, with the ability to control color temperature, intensity of light and shade. Due to those advantages, it's widely used in office, school, meeting room, supermarket, shopping center, exhibition hall, hotel, hospital applications and so on.
In view of LEDs' advantages of energy conversation and environment protection, the surface mounted LED panel light plays an important role in future development trends.
More info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/led-panel/led-panel-light-smd3030-series.htm
2014年7月9日星期三
Is Your Office Lighting Ideal? GE Looks at 6 Factors Impacting Your Building—and Business
Office is a place where employees must feel alert and engaged to be at their best, but often overlooked is lighting-a simple factor influencing not only everyday operations but occupant comfort and the effectiveness with which tasks are completed. GE takes a closer look at six trends driving office lighting best practices today, from dimming down led high bay Manufacturer areas to saving watts in parking lots to setting a more productive mood. As decision makers will see, there are many opportunities to positively impact employee satisfaction and the profitability of their buildings-and businesses-through simple adjustments:
1. Overcome Over-lighting
The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America recommends a 30-50 foot-candle (fc) range for ambient (general) office lighting, yet most workspaces are lit to 60 fc on average. Over-lighting can mean unnecessary eye strain for occupants and higher energy costs for companies. Instead, a layered lighting design offers advantages. A study by the California Lighting Technology Center and the California Energy Commission PIER Program found that utilizing low energy-consumption, LED-based localized task lighting as the primary layer of light in offices resulted in a 50-percent savings in lighting energy usage and overwhelming user satisfaction-evidencing the extent to which a simple lighting design change can make a significant difference.
Most workspaces today are over-lit. To avoid this, it is best to layer different types of lighting in a workspace, such as ambient and task lighting.
2. Retrofit for ROI
Sometimes a simple re-lamping can be a straightforward path to savings. In thousands of office buildings across America, millions of legacy linear fluorescent lighting systems are costing companies uncalculated amounts of energy. What building managers might not realize is that reducing energy use just a few watts per fixture can add up to dramatic savings. For MetLife, a more efficient T8 lamp and ballast system will yield an annual $ 196,000 cost reduction at its St. Louis administrative center and less interruption to workflow from maintenance on old, energy-draining T12 fixtures.
3. Look Out for Savings
Property owners can also save like Jo-Ann Stores, the nation's largest fabric and craft retailer, which reduced lighting costs in its 777,000 sq. Ft. Headquarters parking lot by $ 28,000 a year with outdoor LED lighting fixtures from GE. Advances in LED lighting technology have ushered in a new generation of efficient systems utilizing innovative optics to better "aim" light where it's needed-meaning LED fixtures using 200 watts or less can effectively do the work of traditional 400 - and 1,000-watt high-intensity discharge (HID) systems.
4. Take Control
Building managers increasingly rely on smarter lighting control systems to help regulate the use of light. Occupancy sensors, for instance, make it easy to ensure lighting is only 'on' in active areas of a workspace, saving energy. The US General Services Administration recently evaluated the performance of occupant-responsive lighting technology in five federal buildings and realized an annual energy savings of 27 to 63 percent, varying by site. Today, many manufacturers are streamlining building operations as well by integrating their products and systems. This includes GE and Trane, who recently teamed to bring facility professionals a single platform for controlling lighting, heating and cooling that can eliminate the need to monitor multiple systems.
Lighting controls help building managers conserve energy in many ways, such as enabling automatic light level adjustments to changing daylight conditions and occupancy patterns.
Lighting controls help building managers conserve energy in many ways, such as enabling automatic light level adjustments to changing daylight conditions and occupancy patterns.
5. Give Control
Studies also show that occupants feel more satisfied when given individual control over lighting in their workspace. Allowing employees to adapt their surroundings to their personal preference may seem inconsequential, but it can go a long way to improving mood and inviting collaboration throughout the office. The New York Times Building in midtown Manhattan is a case study in the benefits of task lighting and its potential influence on worker productivity in a cutting-edge work environment.
6. Simplify Your Ceilings
An integrated lighting and ceiling system can distinguish a new building or bring sophistication to outdated office space. This approach adds visual interest to a room by creating channels of light that run the length of the ceiling-the result is an uncluttered, uninterrupted look that can be unlike anything clients or customers have seen before. Tomorrow's ceiling is here today thanks to manufacturers like USG and GE that are designing LED street lighting systems to work together.
Re-lamping with more efficient linear fluorescent lighting can be an easy path to annual energy savings.
Re-lamping with more efficient linear fluorescent lighting can be an easy path to annual energy savings.
An office lighting retrofit or redesign can offer a wide range of benefits in many cases, and it does not need to be complicated. Soliciting a professional lighting analysis is a first step to learning more about existing systems and options for improvement. This is also a good time to explore energy-efficient rebate programs that can accelerate your project payback period.
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1. Overcome Over-lighting
The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America recommends a 30-50 foot-candle (fc) range for ambient (general) office lighting, yet most workspaces are lit to 60 fc on average. Over-lighting can mean unnecessary eye strain for occupants and higher energy costs for companies. Instead, a layered lighting design offers advantages. A study by the California Lighting Technology Center and the California Energy Commission PIER Program found that utilizing low energy-consumption, LED-based localized task lighting as the primary layer of light in offices resulted in a 50-percent savings in lighting energy usage and overwhelming user satisfaction-evidencing the extent to which a simple lighting design change can make a significant difference.
Most workspaces today are over-lit. To avoid this, it is best to layer different types of lighting in a workspace, such as ambient and task lighting.
2. Retrofit for ROI
Sometimes a simple re-lamping can be a straightforward path to savings. In thousands of office buildings across America, millions of legacy linear fluorescent lighting systems are costing companies uncalculated amounts of energy. What building managers might not realize is that reducing energy use just a few watts per fixture can add up to dramatic savings. For MetLife, a more efficient T8 lamp and ballast system will yield an annual $ 196,000 cost reduction at its St. Louis administrative center and less interruption to workflow from maintenance on old, energy-draining T12 fixtures.
3. Look Out for Savings
Property owners can also save like Jo-Ann Stores, the nation's largest fabric and craft retailer, which reduced lighting costs in its 777,000 sq. Ft. Headquarters parking lot by $ 28,000 a year with outdoor LED lighting fixtures from GE. Advances in LED lighting technology have ushered in a new generation of efficient systems utilizing innovative optics to better "aim" light where it's needed-meaning LED fixtures using 200 watts or less can effectively do the work of traditional 400 - and 1,000-watt high-intensity discharge (HID) systems.
4. Take Control
Building managers increasingly rely on smarter lighting control systems to help regulate the use of light. Occupancy sensors, for instance, make it easy to ensure lighting is only 'on' in active areas of a workspace, saving energy. The US General Services Administration recently evaluated the performance of occupant-responsive lighting technology in five federal buildings and realized an annual energy savings of 27 to 63 percent, varying by site. Today, many manufacturers are streamlining building operations as well by integrating their products and systems. This includes GE and Trane, who recently teamed to bring facility professionals a single platform for controlling lighting, heating and cooling that can eliminate the need to monitor multiple systems.
Lighting controls help building managers conserve energy in many ways, such as enabling automatic light level adjustments to changing daylight conditions and occupancy patterns.
Lighting controls help building managers conserve energy in many ways, such as enabling automatic light level adjustments to changing daylight conditions and occupancy patterns.
5. Give Control
Studies also show that occupants feel more satisfied when given individual control over lighting in their workspace. Allowing employees to adapt their surroundings to their personal preference may seem inconsequential, but it can go a long way to improving mood and inviting collaboration throughout the office. The New York Times Building in midtown Manhattan is a case study in the benefits of task lighting and its potential influence on worker productivity in a cutting-edge work environment.
6. Simplify Your Ceilings
An integrated lighting and ceiling system can distinguish a new building or bring sophistication to outdated office space. This approach adds visual interest to a room by creating channels of light that run the length of the ceiling-the result is an uncluttered, uninterrupted look that can be unlike anything clients or customers have seen before. Tomorrow's ceiling is here today thanks to manufacturers like USG and GE that are designing LED street lighting systems to work together.
Re-lamping with more efficient linear fluorescent lighting can be an easy path to annual energy savings.
Re-lamping with more efficient linear fluorescent lighting can be an easy path to annual energy savings.
An office lighting retrofit or redesign can offer a wide range of benefits in many cases, and it does not need to be complicated. Soliciting a professional lighting analysis is a first step to learning more about existing systems and options for improvement. This is also a good time to explore energy-efficient rebate programs that can accelerate your project payback period.
More info you can visit:http://www.lighting-ledlight.com/index.php/tag/led-indoor-lighting-wholesale/
Philips expands the smart world of hue
Philips continues to lead the smart lighting revolution by launching 'Friends of hue,' stepping beyond light to bring dynamic immersive lighting to the home through your fingertips. A Friend of hue is any product or app, created by Philips or an independent developer that integrates and works seamlessly with the hue lighting system By introducing Friends of hue, Philips is amplifying the possibilities to feel and experience cree xsp series led street light -. from transporting your TV experience to the whole of the living room making it more immersive than ever before, to bringing stories to life with light, making them more magical.
Inspiring new ways to experience light, the new LivingColors Bloom and LightStrips Friends of hue connect to Philips hue so that you can create a fully immersive experience using the hue app where light, color and even music come together to instantly transform the ambiance in your home .
New LivingColors Bloom Friends of hue is compact, portable and smart, it can connect to the Philips hue app and delivers over 16 million different ways to color your home at the swipe of a finger. Whether you choose to match color light to a moment, add accents to your home, light a space with a splash of color or wash a wall with stunning shades, this flexible light source can be placed wherever you need it. With up to 120 lumen light output, you can highlight a favorite spot and then programm LivingColors Bloom Friends of hue to gradually dial down the intensity to blend soft, smooth tones across a room.
Taking advantage of its hue capabilities, such as internet automating service IFTTT (If This Then That), set your new LivingColors Bloom Friends of hue to gradually change color as the sun sets helping you to create a relaxing environment into the night. With its hue enabled geofencing features, your smartphone or tablet can detect when you're almost home and trigger LivingColors Bloom Friends of hue to automatically turn on to the perfect shade of 'welcome home' for you.
LightStrips Friends of hue is innovatively designed to deliver 'indirect' light that can be bent and fixed in whichever way you desire to personalize your home lighting experience. Choose from 16 million colors to match your light to any moment. Whether you wish to highlight a key piece of furniture or a much-loved fixing, with LightStrips Friends of hue it is easy to create striking architectural features in your home. These flexible 2m LightStrips Friends of hue bring complete design freedom to your home lighting, so you can let your imagination run free.
With its rich and colourful tones, led street light with solar panel Friends of hue can make cooking a dinner party seamless; simply set an alarm for your lights to glow a warm red when dinner's ready using the hue app on your smart device You can even trigger memories with friends. via a feature in the hue app that lets you use a photo on your phone as a color palette to paint the room with light, creating a very special ambience.
Ambilight Friends of hue app for Android and iOS smart devices, expands your TV experience into the whole living room making it more immersive than ever before. It opens up numerous possibilities to create unique ambient moods using light, to deliver an immersive viewing experience where color matches what's on your screen to the hue lights in the room.
Similarly with Philips and Disney Imaginative Lighting StoryLight Friends of hue, the innovative Mickey Mouse shaped light cleverly synchronizes colored light with classic Disney stories read through an interactive e-book on an iPad. As you read with a child, all the colors of the rainbow light up the world of the story, bringing it to life through light and filling their bedroom with wonder and magic.
Sridhar Kumaraswamy, General Manager, Philips Consumer Luminaires EMEA says: "At Philips our core focus has always been to improve people's lives through meaningful innovation and we believe we have done just that by expanding the infinite possibilites of hue through Friends of hue Adding color. to a home doesn't need to just be about art and paint, the flexibility of smart LED technology means light can play just as big a part in creating a unique atmosphere in the home that is flexible and personalized to you ... and this is just the beginning. "
The next generation Philips LivingColors Bloom and Philips LightStrips Friends of hue are available in Apple stores from 8th August 2013.
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Inspiring new ways to experience light, the new LivingColors Bloom and LightStrips Friends of hue connect to Philips hue so that you can create a fully immersive experience using the hue app where light, color and even music come together to instantly transform the ambiance in your home .
New LivingColors Bloom Friends of hue is compact, portable and smart, it can connect to the Philips hue app and delivers over 16 million different ways to color your home at the swipe of a finger. Whether you choose to match color light to a moment, add accents to your home, light a space with a splash of color or wash a wall with stunning shades, this flexible light source can be placed wherever you need it. With up to 120 lumen light output, you can highlight a favorite spot and then programm LivingColors Bloom Friends of hue to gradually dial down the intensity to blend soft, smooth tones across a room.
Taking advantage of its hue capabilities, such as internet automating service IFTTT (If This Then That), set your new LivingColors Bloom Friends of hue to gradually change color as the sun sets helping you to create a relaxing environment into the night. With its hue enabled geofencing features, your smartphone or tablet can detect when you're almost home and trigger LivingColors Bloom Friends of hue to automatically turn on to the perfect shade of 'welcome home' for you.
LightStrips Friends of hue is innovatively designed to deliver 'indirect' light that can be bent and fixed in whichever way you desire to personalize your home lighting experience. Choose from 16 million colors to match your light to any moment. Whether you wish to highlight a key piece of furniture or a much-loved fixing, with LightStrips Friends of hue it is easy to create striking architectural features in your home. These flexible 2m LightStrips Friends of hue bring complete design freedom to your home lighting, so you can let your imagination run free.
With its rich and colourful tones, led street light with solar panel Friends of hue can make cooking a dinner party seamless; simply set an alarm for your lights to glow a warm red when dinner's ready using the hue app on your smart device You can even trigger memories with friends. via a feature in the hue app that lets you use a photo on your phone as a color palette to paint the room with light, creating a very special ambience.
Ambilight Friends of hue app for Android and iOS smart devices, expands your TV experience into the whole living room making it more immersive than ever before. It opens up numerous possibilities to create unique ambient moods using light, to deliver an immersive viewing experience where color matches what's on your screen to the hue lights in the room.
Similarly with Philips and Disney Imaginative Lighting StoryLight Friends of hue, the innovative Mickey Mouse shaped light cleverly synchronizes colored light with classic Disney stories read through an interactive e-book on an iPad. As you read with a child, all the colors of the rainbow light up the world of the story, bringing it to life through light and filling their bedroom with wonder and magic.
Sridhar Kumaraswamy, General Manager, Philips Consumer Luminaires EMEA says: "At Philips our core focus has always been to improve people's lives through meaningful innovation and we believe we have done just that by expanding the infinite possibilites of hue through Friends of hue Adding color. to a home doesn't need to just be about art and paint, the flexibility of smart LED technology means light can play just as big a part in creating a unique atmosphere in the home that is flexible and personalized to you ... and this is just the beginning. "
The next generation Philips LivingColors Bloom and Philips LightStrips Friends of hue are available in Apple stores from 8th August 2013.
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Interacting with light over observation – TNT Night Watching Tour in Taipei
Since 1999, the Transnational Tanteidan (TNT) has been traveling around the world to survey lighting conditions in different cities. This time, they traveled to Taiwan and had a short but impressive event with Taiwanese people. In this event, members of led high bay light for sale discussed with participants on their survey and went out to detect lighting conditions in five areas in Taipei City. That was a typhoon night, yet these detectives didn't be defeated by the wind and rain. They walked in the areas and observed carefully to find out heroes and villains - good lighting and bad lighting.
. The full English title of TNT is "Transnational Lighting Detectives" as "tanteidan" means "detectives" in Japanese On 1999, TNT started their first Tanteidan Night Watching Tour in Tokyo, Japan - an event that assigns specific areas to teams that constituted by five to nine participants (aka students) and searches for heroes and villains. The basic concept, as well as the central idea, is to designate good lighting in a city, and the detectives call good lighting a "hero" while bad lighting a "villain. "The event in Taipei also followed the same process. On early September, TNT's leader Kaoru Mende, Taiwanese member Uno Lai and the Taiwan sponsor Xue Xue Institute selected five areas in Taipei City from eastern to western part for five teams to do their survey. For the next three weeks, all the students have to detect the area they got assigned and try to search for good and bad lighting through their feeling and present their results.
In order to explain their projects, students were asked to create three panels - the first one was for explaining the area's surroundings, the second one was about their analysis (the heroes and villains they found) and the third one was their solutions to those bad lighting. On the previous presentation on 20th September, TNT members listened and gave suggestions to students' panels, explaining the most important concept of distinguishing good and bad lighting. "What important is how you feel," said a member of TNT. "We want to know what your criteria are. "After that, five teams went to detect their areas with their teachers respectively in the night.
That was a typhoon night, yet everyone was energetic and active. Students led their teachers (two to three teachers for each team) to visit the points they had found and expressed their opinions. After observing the situations, teachers provided their professional points of view and precise problems to solve During their tours, teachers would share their inspections on lighting designs they encountered along streets They felt, saw, perceived and exchanged opinions together;.. through such processes, students can understand what "lighting" is while teachers can grab some ideas about how laymen think. They worked together in the wind and rain, some looked up for more heroes or villains, some tried to sketched the streets and some took photos for presentation. It was evident that they came up with something innovative throughout the event.
21st September was the formal presentation day. Students had modified their panels according to teachers' suggestions and had managed to find out more solutions to the lighting problems. With help from TNT members, all those good presentations became even better and led every audience to reconsider . the lighting conditions in Taipei City After the teams finished their presentation, all TNT members had a short talk to the audiences They didn't only mention about their feelings to this Taipei event but also pointed out why they have the Night Watching Tour. - it's all about interactions.
Interaction between students and teachers, led high bay light price and the surroundings; they are all based on interaction between people and light As the TNT members said, the main criteria are actually HOW YOU FEEL - is the lighting comfortable or offending to you.? The central idea of TNT's events is to feel the light surrounding you and they believe that this is the only way to recreate a better lighting circumstance. "We all know that good or bad lighting can't be concluded by only one aspect," said a TNT member "So we need observation, discussion and argument on the light from various angles, and then, we can conclude what good lighting is." They also pointed out a cultural perspective of lighting:. light can benefit to the society and it is necessary to learn. "Feel the light!" emphasized by Mende, hence we can understand why the title "Lighting Detectives."
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. The full English title of TNT is "Transnational Lighting Detectives" as "tanteidan" means "detectives" in Japanese On 1999, TNT started their first Tanteidan Night Watching Tour in Tokyo, Japan - an event that assigns specific areas to teams that constituted by five to nine participants (aka students) and searches for heroes and villains. The basic concept, as well as the central idea, is to designate good lighting in a city, and the detectives call good lighting a "hero" while bad lighting a "villain. "The event in Taipei also followed the same process. On early September, TNT's leader Kaoru Mende, Taiwanese member Uno Lai and the Taiwan sponsor Xue Xue Institute selected five areas in Taipei City from eastern to western part for five teams to do their survey. For the next three weeks, all the students have to detect the area they got assigned and try to search for good and bad lighting through their feeling and present their results.
In order to explain their projects, students were asked to create three panels - the first one was for explaining the area's surroundings, the second one was about their analysis (the heroes and villains they found) and the third one was their solutions to those bad lighting. On the previous presentation on 20th September, TNT members listened and gave suggestions to students' panels, explaining the most important concept of distinguishing good and bad lighting. "What important is how you feel," said a member of TNT. "We want to know what your criteria are. "After that, five teams went to detect their areas with their teachers respectively in the night.
That was a typhoon night, yet everyone was energetic and active. Students led their teachers (two to three teachers for each team) to visit the points they had found and expressed their opinions. After observing the situations, teachers provided their professional points of view and precise problems to solve During their tours, teachers would share their inspections on lighting designs they encountered along streets They felt, saw, perceived and exchanged opinions together;.. through such processes, students can understand what "lighting" is while teachers can grab some ideas about how laymen think. They worked together in the wind and rain, some looked up for more heroes or villains, some tried to sketched the streets and some took photos for presentation. It was evident that they came up with something innovative throughout the event.
21st September was the formal presentation day. Students had modified their panels according to teachers' suggestions and had managed to find out more solutions to the lighting problems. With help from TNT members, all those good presentations became even better and led every audience to reconsider . the lighting conditions in Taipei City After the teams finished their presentation, all TNT members had a short talk to the audiences They didn't only mention about their feelings to this Taipei event but also pointed out why they have the Night Watching Tour. - it's all about interactions.
Interaction between students and teachers, led high bay light price and the surroundings; they are all based on interaction between people and light As the TNT members said, the main criteria are actually HOW YOU FEEL - is the lighting comfortable or offending to you.? The central idea of TNT's events is to feel the light surrounding you and they believe that this is the only way to recreate a better lighting circumstance. "We all know that good or bad lighting can't be concluded by only one aspect," said a TNT member "So we need observation, discussion and argument on the light from various angles, and then, we can conclude what good lighting is." They also pointed out a cultural perspective of lighting:. light can benefit to the society and it is necessary to learn. "Feel the light!" emphasized by Mende, hence we can understand why the title "Lighting Detectives."
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Luminous ceiling from Philips simulates daylight to comfort critically ill patients in Intensive Care
Royal Philips has developed a media enabled luminous ceiling to simulate energizing daylight to comfort critically ill patients. The led high bay light for sale based ceiling has been introduced into clinical use by the Charité Campus Virchow Clinic in Berlin as part of a unique stress-reducing concept called "Parametric Spatial Design ". Hospital staff can enter the desired parameters and the large, sky like area which creates visuals and light moods customized to the situation of individual patients, enabled by software from ART + COM. The Clinic has implemented the concept in two of its intensive care patient rooms to enhance the healing environment for patients who are severely ill.
Hospital staff can enter the desired parameters and the ceiling creates visuals and light moods customized to the situation of individual patients
Research shows that most people will at least once in their life be treated in an Intensive Care Unit. In many cases the patients' lives are at risk as they await an operation or start to recover after surgery. In this critical phase they often find their surroundings irritating and hostile. Clinical research has shown that factors like loud noise, inappropriate lighting conditions and social isolation can increase the risk of patients in intensive care.
Until now there has been very little data available about the health-related effects of hospital rooms with a controllable atmosphere. For this reason, intensive care physicians, psychologists and sleep researchers at the Charité Clinic in Berlin will continue to work together with its partners GRAFT architects and the ART + COM design studio to use the integrated spatial concept for research over the coming twelve months. The Parametric Spatial Design concept was developed by GRAFT architects, the ART + COM design agency and the Charité Clinic in Berlin in a joint venture and funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economy and Technology (AiF). Meanwhile, this program has been supported by Philips' expertise in lighting design and technology.
"We find that particularly in critical areas such as the intensive care department, lighting design is becoming increasingly important in the patient environment," explains Roger Karner, Managing Director of Philips Lighting DACH. "Together with our partners we can provide healthcare establishments like the Charité Clinic with turnkey lighting solutions that are tailored precisely to the specific needs of their patients, "adds Karner.
The luminous ceiling concept from Philips combines the natural, dynamic rhythm of daylight and the effects of gentle colorful light and visual content. It incorporates 15,400 LEDs and extends from the ceiling onto the wall in front of the patient's bed, and therefore fills their field of view completely.
In addition to the RGB (color) LEDs, high-performance led high bay light supplier with a warm-white and cold-white color temperature have also been integrated into the ceiling. They are able to produce light output that is comparable with the light from a clear sky in summer. It is this high level of light output that brings the biological effect of light into the intensive care room. It supports the patient's natural day / night rhythm and helps to develop healthy sleep patterns.
The first prototype is now in clinical use. In the new intensive care rooms at the Charité Clinic the medical apparatus has been hidden from view and the level of noise has been reduced. The innovative LED luminous ceiling from Philips adapts to suit the patient's specific wishes : the doctor in charge of the patient's care enters a number of parameters relating to the patient's wellbeing on a tablet PC A program specially designed by ART + COM controls the screen in such a way that the light is tailored to suit the patient's needs and. an appropriate mood is created in the patient room. Amongst other things, live weather updates from the German meteorological office are used to support this process.
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Hospital staff can enter the desired parameters and the ceiling creates visuals and light moods customized to the situation of individual patients
Research shows that most people will at least once in their life be treated in an Intensive Care Unit. In many cases the patients' lives are at risk as they await an operation or start to recover after surgery. In this critical phase they often find their surroundings irritating and hostile. Clinical research has shown that factors like loud noise, inappropriate lighting conditions and social isolation can increase the risk of patients in intensive care.
Until now there has been very little data available about the health-related effects of hospital rooms with a controllable atmosphere. For this reason, intensive care physicians, psychologists and sleep researchers at the Charité Clinic in Berlin will continue to work together with its partners GRAFT architects and the ART + COM design studio to use the integrated spatial concept for research over the coming twelve months. The Parametric Spatial Design concept was developed by GRAFT architects, the ART + COM design agency and the Charité Clinic in Berlin in a joint venture and funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economy and Technology (AiF). Meanwhile, this program has been supported by Philips' expertise in lighting design and technology.
"We find that particularly in critical areas such as the intensive care department, lighting design is becoming increasingly important in the patient environment," explains Roger Karner, Managing Director of Philips Lighting DACH. "Together with our partners we can provide healthcare establishments like the Charité Clinic with turnkey lighting solutions that are tailored precisely to the specific needs of their patients, "adds Karner.
The luminous ceiling concept from Philips combines the natural, dynamic rhythm of daylight and the effects of gentle colorful light and visual content. It incorporates 15,400 LEDs and extends from the ceiling onto the wall in front of the patient's bed, and therefore fills their field of view completely.
In addition to the RGB (color) LEDs, high-performance led high bay light supplier with a warm-white and cold-white color temperature have also been integrated into the ceiling. They are able to produce light output that is comparable with the light from a clear sky in summer. It is this high level of light output that brings the biological effect of light into the intensive care room. It supports the patient's natural day / night rhythm and helps to develop healthy sleep patterns.
The first prototype is now in clinical use. In the new intensive care rooms at the Charité Clinic the medical apparatus has been hidden from view and the level of noise has been reduced. The innovative LED luminous ceiling from Philips adapts to suit the patient's specific wishes : the doctor in charge of the patient's care enters a number of parameters relating to the patient's wellbeing on a tablet PC A program specially designed by ART + COM controls the screen in such a way that the light is tailored to suit the patient's needs and. an appropriate mood is created in the patient room. Amongst other things, live weather updates from the German meteorological office are used to support this process.
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Commercial Office Lighting Audit: Top Five Reasons Building Owners and Operators Should Seek a Professional Assessment
Building owners and operators are becoming increasingly aware of the impact led high bay light wholesale can have on energy costs and the way it can contribute to savings. But the best lighting technology for each application must first be identified before maximum savings can be achieved.
To help explain the importance of such an assessment, experts with GE Lighting have identified five reasons why building owners and operators should seek a professional lighting audit to help achieve an ideal office lighting design and maximize energy efficiency.
According to the Building Operating Managers Association, utility expenses have grown 9 cents per square foot during the last 14 years. A lighting audit can compare energy usage rates and explore more efficient alternatives to a property's existing technologies, indoors and out.
Also, in addition to energy savings, rebates on LED lighting help reduce initial costs. While requirements vary based on local programs, many lighting professionals are willing to work closely with building owners to help identify eligibility and discover these additional savings.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency's National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency, energy consumption in buildings accounts for two-thirds of the total electricity demand in the United States. To address and reduce this demand, federal, state and local governments have established codes requiring more energy-efficient practices in both existing buildings and new construction. A professional lighting audit takes into account all applicable regulations.
The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America recommends a 30-50 foot-candle (fc) range for ambient (general) office lighting, yet the average workspace is lit to 60 fc. Over-lighting can mean unnecessary eye strain for occupants and higher energy costs for companies.
The California Lighting Technology Center and the California Energy Commission PIER Program found that utilizing low energy-consumption, buy led high bay lamps localized task lighting as the primary layer of light resulted in a 50-percent savings in office lighting energy usage and user satisfaction-evidencing the extent to which a simple lighting design change can make a significant difference.
Replacing current lamps with long-life energy-efficient lamps can lead to considerable maintenance savings, particularly in areas with difficult-to-access lamps. A professional lighting audit can help identify where installing new fixtures or re-lamping may reduce maintenance costs over time .
Most workspaces today are over-lit. To avoid this, it is best to layer different types of lighting such as ambient and task lighting.
Most workspaces today are over-lit. To avoid this, it is best to layer different types of lighting such as ambient and task lighting.
Sustainability is here to stay
Practices aimed at cultivating sustainability are commonly becoming part of the culture of companies. Efficient, well-designed lighting is an important piece of this sustainability picture, and a professional lighting audit can help a company achieve its goals for greater energy efficiency.
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To help explain the importance of such an assessment, experts with GE Lighting have identified five reasons why building owners and operators should seek a professional lighting audit to help achieve an ideal office lighting design and maximize energy efficiency.
According to the Building Operating Managers Association, utility expenses have grown 9 cents per square foot during the last 14 years. A lighting audit can compare energy usage rates and explore more efficient alternatives to a property's existing technologies, indoors and out.
Also, in addition to energy savings, rebates on LED lighting help reduce initial costs. While requirements vary based on local programs, many lighting professionals are willing to work closely with building owners to help identify eligibility and discover these additional savings.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency's National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency, energy consumption in buildings accounts for two-thirds of the total electricity demand in the United States. To address and reduce this demand, federal, state and local governments have established codes requiring more energy-efficient practices in both existing buildings and new construction. A professional lighting audit takes into account all applicable regulations.
The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America recommends a 30-50 foot-candle (fc) range for ambient (general) office lighting, yet the average workspace is lit to 60 fc. Over-lighting can mean unnecessary eye strain for occupants and higher energy costs for companies.
The California Lighting Technology Center and the California Energy Commission PIER Program found that utilizing low energy-consumption, buy led high bay lamps localized task lighting as the primary layer of light resulted in a 50-percent savings in office lighting energy usage and user satisfaction-evidencing the extent to which a simple lighting design change can make a significant difference.
Replacing current lamps with long-life energy-efficient lamps can lead to considerable maintenance savings, particularly in areas with difficult-to-access lamps. A professional lighting audit can help identify where installing new fixtures or re-lamping may reduce maintenance costs over time .
Most workspaces today are over-lit. To avoid this, it is best to layer different types of lighting such as ambient and task lighting.
Most workspaces today are over-lit. To avoid this, it is best to layer different types of lighting such as ambient and task lighting.
Sustainability is here to stay
Practices aimed at cultivating sustainability are commonly becoming part of the culture of companies. Efficient, well-designed lighting is an important piece of this sustainability picture, and a professional lighting audit can help a company achieve its goals for greater energy efficiency.
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The Future of Blue Light Considering Its Health Concerns
It was 1958, when J. Woodland Hasting and Beatrice M. Sweeney wrote the paper entitled "A persistent diurnal rhythm of luminescence in gonyaulax polydra". Paper concluded on how lights of different wavelength have the ability to change flow of a hormone named melatonin and hence affecting human body clock, also known as circadian rhythm.
When we have a look to our eye: buy led high bay lamps are two main sensors in our eye, namely cones and rods which showcase colour and greyness respectively to brain The peak sensitivity of cones came around to be 555nm and that of rods came around to be 507nm. which is towards greenish region of electromagnetic spectrum. Even though with such a higher sensitivity to green light, the blue light was having higher ability to exert powerful effects on eye. Through experiments it was concluded that blue wavelength suppressed melatonin twice as long as compared to green!
Well this source could be from many forms ranging from sun light, arc coming out of arc welding and plasma cutting, molten iron, steel and glass. Other sources being discharge of fluorescent lamps, filament of incandescent lamps and of course LED lamps.
One of the main constituents of eye is retina (as shown in Fig 3) which is bounded by a tissue named retinal pigmented epithelium (RPE). Since melanin being the most common pigment in RPE and its property to strongly absorb blue light, puts retina subject to actinic injury. This photochemical reaction is also known as photo retinitis.
In 1992, Chen a researcher at St. Erik's Eye hospital in Sweden came to conclusion about retinal degeneration with his experiments with rats. He concluded that an important enzyme named cytochrome oxidase, responsible for respiration of retina gets destroyed on the exposure of blue light by inhibiting cellular respiration leading to retinal degeneration.
To make experiments more relevant to human beings, similar experiments were conducted on baboons which have very similar characteristics of eye as that of human beings The results were similar -. Extensive damage in the RPE due to absorption of energy by melanin granules The damage mainly. constituted of macrophagic activity, disrupted cells and plaque formation which is also termed as photochemical lesion.
Illustration of an eye, focusing of two main entities wherein damage can take place due to direct exposure to blue light: ie Retina and Lens. (Image courtesy: Wikimedia.org)
Recent studies by Okuno T et al. Suggested that direct exposure to blue part of light coming from sun, arc welding, plasma cutting and arc discharge lamp with exposure time of 0.6s to 40s suggests damage to retina because of its extremely higher effective radiance.
One way to resolve such damage is to place a yellow lens covering the blue light source. Young people under the age of 20 or very young children who are yet to develop yellowing of their lens are less equipped to protect themselves from direct exposure to blue light .
There are basically three types of white LED's majorly available in market. First being red, green and blue led high bay light for sale together to produce white light. Second UV (ultra violet) LED covered by a particular phosphor giving white light. But the major stake in market as of now is of the third variant - blue LED covered by yellow phosphor to give a white light.
A recent study were conducted by the group of Lilla Knels (2010), where they in vitro experimented blue LEDs with wavelength 411nm and 470nm (near to blue region) with a defined irradiances of 0.6, 1.5 and 4.5 W/m2 on retinal neuronal cells of ocular region.
They observed reduction in metabolism activity and production of mitochondrial superoxide radical's increase. The formation of superoxide creates stress in mitochondria and contributes to its declining functioning. Mitochondria's major role in every cell is to convert glucose to ATP and hence giving energy to the cell.
Lot said about the downside, but blue also have an upside of biological effects. Many studies have gone to work upon the upside of blue light and how it affects tissue.
Daniel Kripke worked on this aspect and believes from his research that bright blue light helps in treating psychological disorders such as premenstrual depression, bulmia (over eating disorder) and anxiety. Moreover researchers at Caser Western Reserve University led by Prof. Patricia Higgins are testing bright blue light to treat patient with mental illness such as dementia (brain disease that cause loss of thinking and reasoning). The results looked promising and showed raised activity levels in daytime and increasing sleep at night time.
Coming back to eye:. In addition to the rod and cone cells present in eye, the researchers in 2001 discovered a new entity named ganglion cell coated with chemical named melanopsin This melanopsin like rods and cones can be activated by light, but only within the boundaries of wavelength between 446nm and 477nm, that is blue light!
Moreover this melanopsin, when activated sends signal to hypothalamus which reduces the level of melatonin and eventually shifting our circadian rhythm and hence our mood.
Also the newborn babies facing jaundice (hyper bili rubinemia) which at higher level may result in damage to brain are treated with blue light therapy (420 - 470 nm) which converts bilirubin so that be excreted through urine and feces as shown in Fig 6.
Also it is agreed that blue light surrounds us day in and day out, inside or outside our house. Whether it might be fatal to living organism crawling on earth is yet to be full proofed, but it does effects our daily life, minutely but as daily dose.
Moreover, the upside of blue light was discussed, how it helps human being to help work out on the mood through a hormone known as melatonin. It helps in treating mental illness and psychological disorders such as dementia and bulimia respectively.
Considering both upside and downside of blue light, it's better for our body to be aware of such effects and till then we have to wait for right time to come, for the researchers to come to a concrete conclusion, wherein a bold decision could be taken to change the whole marketing strategies of technologies surrounding us.
more info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/products/sid22-1.htm
When we have a look to our eye: buy led high bay lamps are two main sensors in our eye, namely cones and rods which showcase colour and greyness respectively to brain The peak sensitivity of cones came around to be 555nm and that of rods came around to be 507nm. which is towards greenish region of electromagnetic spectrum. Even though with such a higher sensitivity to green light, the blue light was having higher ability to exert powerful effects on eye. Through experiments it was concluded that blue wavelength suppressed melatonin twice as long as compared to green!
Well this source could be from many forms ranging from sun light, arc coming out of arc welding and plasma cutting, molten iron, steel and glass. Other sources being discharge of fluorescent lamps, filament of incandescent lamps and of course LED lamps.
One of the main constituents of eye is retina (as shown in Fig 3) which is bounded by a tissue named retinal pigmented epithelium (RPE). Since melanin being the most common pigment in RPE and its property to strongly absorb blue light, puts retina subject to actinic injury. This photochemical reaction is also known as photo retinitis.
In 1992, Chen a researcher at St. Erik's Eye hospital in Sweden came to conclusion about retinal degeneration with his experiments with rats. He concluded that an important enzyme named cytochrome oxidase, responsible for respiration of retina gets destroyed on the exposure of blue light by inhibiting cellular respiration leading to retinal degeneration.
To make experiments more relevant to human beings, similar experiments were conducted on baboons which have very similar characteristics of eye as that of human beings The results were similar -. Extensive damage in the RPE due to absorption of energy by melanin granules The damage mainly. constituted of macrophagic activity, disrupted cells and plaque formation which is also termed as photochemical lesion.
Illustration of an eye, focusing of two main entities wherein damage can take place due to direct exposure to blue light: ie Retina and Lens. (Image courtesy: Wikimedia.org)
Recent studies by Okuno T et al. Suggested that direct exposure to blue part of light coming from sun, arc welding, plasma cutting and arc discharge lamp with exposure time of 0.6s to 40s suggests damage to retina because of its extremely higher effective radiance.
One way to resolve such damage is to place a yellow lens covering the blue light source. Young people under the age of 20 or very young children who are yet to develop yellowing of their lens are less equipped to protect themselves from direct exposure to blue light .
There are basically three types of white LED's majorly available in market. First being red, green and blue led high bay light for sale together to produce white light. Second UV (ultra violet) LED covered by a particular phosphor giving white light. But the major stake in market as of now is of the third variant - blue LED covered by yellow phosphor to give a white light.
A recent study were conducted by the group of Lilla Knels (2010), where they in vitro experimented blue LEDs with wavelength 411nm and 470nm (near to blue region) with a defined irradiances of 0.6, 1.5 and 4.5 W/m2 on retinal neuronal cells of ocular region.
They observed reduction in metabolism activity and production of mitochondrial superoxide radical's increase. The formation of superoxide creates stress in mitochondria and contributes to its declining functioning. Mitochondria's major role in every cell is to convert glucose to ATP and hence giving energy to the cell.
Lot said about the downside, but blue also have an upside of biological effects. Many studies have gone to work upon the upside of blue light and how it affects tissue.
Daniel Kripke worked on this aspect and believes from his research that bright blue light helps in treating psychological disorders such as premenstrual depression, bulmia (over eating disorder) and anxiety. Moreover researchers at Caser Western Reserve University led by Prof. Patricia Higgins are testing bright blue light to treat patient with mental illness such as dementia (brain disease that cause loss of thinking and reasoning). The results looked promising and showed raised activity levels in daytime and increasing sleep at night time.
Coming back to eye:. In addition to the rod and cone cells present in eye, the researchers in 2001 discovered a new entity named ganglion cell coated with chemical named melanopsin This melanopsin like rods and cones can be activated by light, but only within the boundaries of wavelength between 446nm and 477nm, that is blue light!
Moreover this melanopsin, when activated sends signal to hypothalamus which reduces the level of melatonin and eventually shifting our circadian rhythm and hence our mood.
Also the newborn babies facing jaundice (hyper bili rubinemia) which at higher level may result in damage to brain are treated with blue light therapy (420 - 470 nm) which converts bilirubin so that be excreted through urine and feces as shown in Fig 6.
Also it is agreed that blue light surrounds us day in and day out, inside or outside our house. Whether it might be fatal to living organism crawling on earth is yet to be full proofed, but it does effects our daily life, minutely but as daily dose.
Moreover, the upside of blue light was discussed, how it helps human being to help work out on the mood through a hormone known as melatonin. It helps in treating mental illness and psychological disorders such as dementia and bulimia respectively.
Considering both upside and downside of blue light, it's better for our body to be aware of such effects and till then we have to wait for right time to come, for the researchers to come to a concrete conclusion, wherein a bold decision could be taken to change the whole marketing strategies of technologies surrounding us.
more info you can visit:http://www.lead-lighting.com/products/sid22-1.htm
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