Since 1938, Fluorescent lamps have been produced and sold to the public. These lights work by ionizing mercury vapor in a tube that emits photons that produce visible light. A large majority of facilities still use these dated lamps which creates several disadvantages for their businesses. As newer and more efficient lighting options have emerged, […]
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On average, a workplace injury needing medical attention costs $42,000. Improving the quality of lighting in your work environment keeps workers safe and reduces the number of on-the-job injuries. LED lighting can increase safety for your employees and customers in your facility. Below, we discuss several ways that you can create a safer facility by
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LED Lighting is becoming the norm across the region as high electric rates produce low ROI. Lights literally pay for themselves. The cost of the tube is relatively the same in Albany as it is in Charlotte, but the cost to power that light is double or triple in the Northeast. Those higher costs here
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LEDs Thrive in Cold Temperatures That’s right, LEDs perform better in cooler environments. As you can see in the graph to the right, the diodes light output increases significantly as the temperature is reduced below 25° C. Generally, most lighting applications will never be affected by the extreme temperatures shown in the graph to the
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Check for Energy Star or DLC Certifications As the importance of energy efficiency has grown, several organizations have been created to help guide consumers in the process of becoming more efficient. Certain organizations offer certifications on lighting products to help consumers recognize quality and efficient options. The two most known organizations are DLC and Energy
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