One of the most effective tools in today's commercial growing are grow lights. These specialized light fixtures are engineered to replicate the the suns light spectrum and intensity. This aids the...
In the world of lighting, there are three primary measurements: Watts, Lumens, and Foot Candles. These three factors make a profound impact on how we perceive and function within our indoor and...
As an electrical contractor, it's important to stay current with the best lighting technologies. And on top of that list is LED lighting. LED Lights have become the standard for most new lighting...
LED lighting technology has grown by leaps and bounds over the past decade. It has not only become more efficient but also more functional. One of these developments is called tunable lighting....
State and local governments write into law building codes that are regulations for buildings and other structures. The main objective of these codes and standards is to protect the safety, health,...
High-powered flood lights and area lights are typical fixtures used to illuminate outdoor areas like streets, sports fields, athletic courts, and parking lots. These projects require tall poles to...
What Does It Take to Replace 1500 Watt and 2000 Watt Metal Halide with LED?Metal halide lights used to be the most common type of commercial lighting before the advent of LED lights. They provided a...
You’re probably aware of the different kinds of lighting controls that are out there. Dimmers and timers are two examples. They operate just as you would imagine. Dimmers adjust light levels and...
As an electrical contractor, you know that you provide valuable services that are always in demand. However, you also know that your trade is a competitive one. Being highly skilled and providing...
There are many things to take into consideration when upgrading to energy-efficient LED lighting. The obvious benefits of an LED lighting retrofit, or an LED lighting upgrade project include:...
If you’re an independent contractor, you probably have a website that showcases your products and services. Over the years, the world wide web has become a great sales and marketing tool for almost...
When white LED chips are manufactured for lighting, they are similar to each other as far as light output (brightness) and light color are concerned, but it’s very rare that any batch will be...
Good Examples and Best Practices to build an Electrician Websites Electrical contractors provide a vital service to any community. They are in high demand. However, the industry is extremely...
What is ESG? ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. It is a tool used for sustainable investing. It’s a non-financial factor that is part of an investor’s analysis process. ESG...
What is Peak Demand? Peak demand is one of the factors that determines the charge rate of your electricity bill. Peak demand is the highest amount of energy used during a 15-to-30-minute period of...
It’s important to understand that high temperatures tend to shorten the life of electronic products. There is a certain threshold that when crossed, will be detrimental to electronic components. For...
Sports Lighting is one of the most common types of projects we work with and one of the most requested and utilized fixtures we sell. LED Lighting has changed and has become more efficient since its...
As an electrical contractor, you know that the industry is in constant flux. Code changes, regulations, technological advancements, market trends, and new product releases are always changing. It’s...
Shadows are a phenomenon known in lighting caused by uneven or unbalanced lighting. It can occur in both indoor and outdoor lighting applications. Without the proper fundamentals, installing, for...
Starting and operating an electrical contractor business requires more than just expertise in the electrician trade. It is critical that you understand certain things before you begin: Your company...
Electricity can be difficult to understand. Here are some electrifying terms everyone should learn. Most of the electrical terminology that’s used relates to one another in some way. Understanding...
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Sorting out recognized standards testing and certifications can be difficult. Some of them are applied to various electronic equipment, while others are only for lighting products. Standards testing...
What is NEMA? NEMA is the National Electrical Manufacturers Association which is a trade association of electrical manufacturers founded in 1926. It is an ANSI-accredited organization that develops...
Dark sky compliance has lately become a trend in the lighting industry. This is due to the efforts of the dark-sky movement that attempt to ‘reclaim the sky.’ But what is dark sky compliance and...
Selecting and purchasing flood lights to illuminate outdoor areas can be a tricky endeavor. Why is that? It’s because the term “flood light” is very general. The type of flood light fixture that you...
Outdoor athletic events are very popular throughout the world not only for the athletes that participate on the field but also for the many fans and spectators that attend them. Whether it’s a...
Commercial and industrial warehouses all over the country are realizing that switching to LED lighting can greatly reduce energy costs and improve employee efficiency. It is no secret that LED...
High Bays have become the cornerstone of indoor commercial and industrial lighting for large indoor facilities. Until around 2005, the primary type of lighting technology used for high bays was HID...
Buyer's Guide to Converting Metal Halide Fixtures with LEDWhy should you upgrade Metal Halide to LED? There are many reasons why LED is better. Not only were LEDs designed to be more durable and...
Anyone who owns or manages a commercial property knows that it’s important to properly illuminate parking areas. Parking lots require good quality lighting not only so that workers and visitors can...
Your warehouse is the heart of your company. When operating properly, it can increase your profits, reduce your overall costs, and keep your customers happy. However, in order to achieve that, you...
What are Low Bay Lights? Low Bay light fixtures are designed as a source of light for indoor spaces. These lights are commonly found installed on ceilings that range in height from 10 to 20 feet...
Everything in the food and beverage manufacturing industry must be tested and approved for safe use around the products we consume, even the lighting. It's imperative you understand the food...
Navigating Swimming Pool Lighting Any industrial or commercial facility presents its own unique challenges. But, perhaps one of the most interesting of all is the challenge of lighting natatoriums...
As the world’s population continues to grow, so does its need for a power supply. This constant strain on resources has power companies turning to their patrons for help and even offering them money...
What is a Bay Light? Before we get into the differences between High Bay LED Lights and low bay lighting, you should first know what bay lighting is. Bay lights are light fixtures that are used to...
Advancements in technology across the board have let people live more efficient lives. Whether it be the accessibility of a smartphone or the fuel efficiency of a car, technology lets us do more...
The Shop Upgrade You Should Consider - Fluorescent Lights to LED Are you still using fluorescent lighting options in your facility or workshop? If yes, you are not alone. Most shops have used or...
Schools, whether they be colleges or elementary schools, are consuming energy 24/7. The costs of lighting, heating & cooling, powering electronics, and other necessities add up extremely...
LED Street Lights Making Streets Brighter Street lights have a very obvious purpose that is lighting up the walkways, driveways, and other similar areas for ensuring a safe driving and walking...
Exam Prep for Electrical Contractors Are you an electrical contractor and looking to get classroom training? Get your certification? Upgrade your qualifications? LED Lighting Supply has partnered...
13 Reasons LED Wins (Especially No. 3) It's 2023, so it's common knowledge that converting from a Metal Halide Lamp (HID) lighting to LED (light emitting diodes) lighting will save you money. The...
LED Lumens - There is No Comparison Everyone everywhere is upgrading their lighting systems to LED. There’s a reason for that. By every metric, LED lights outperform all other lights that came...
Many commercial and industrial facility owners are thinking about replacing their Metal Halide lighting or converting fluorescent to LED. When you upgrade your lighting system to LED, there are many...
Thinking about converting to LED? Not sure if the benefits of the conversion outweigh the cost of conversion? We put this post together to help you work through the costs and benefits of making the...
What Does it Take to Replace a 250-Watt Metal Halide? Too bright is as bad as too dim. Trying to find the right solution can be daunting. Luckily, we're here to help. “How many (LED) watts do I need...
LED lights are much more energy efficient than all other lighting technologies that came before them. This includes metal halide, high-pressure sodium, CFL, fluorescent, incandescent, and halogen...
Electrical contractors are familiar with running into problems that they don’t know how to solve. The thing that sets people in this industry apart though is how good they are at finding a solution....
The advent of mobile devices has provided unlimited access to tools and information available to electricians and electrical contractors. Along with this access comes the availability of...
Professional electricians aren’t the type of people who find their job getting stagnant. There are always new challenges, industry trends, and changing regulations to keep track of. So how can they...
What’s the Best Lighting for an Office Environment? Office lighting can be a little tricky. You’ll need to provide bright light to perform precision tasks, but the light can’t have a glare or...
It is very common to see LED lights widely used in commercial lighting, industrial lighting, and sport lighting applications. They are commonplace and widely used in warehouses, parking lots,...
Shopping for LED commercial and industrial lighting can be confusing. There are many different factors to consider, but the good news is that you’ve already made a good choice by deciding to switch...
A metal halide fixture is a commercial or industrial light that has five main parts: The fixture type, such as high bay, shoebox, flood light, wall pack, and canopy light. The bulb, that screws into...
We compiled a list of helpful LED Tips for your benefit and hopefully, you might learn some useful things about LED lighting. Our tips include everything from helpful hints when it comes to...
Nowhere is good lighting needed than in educational institutions. It not only improves the concentration of the students, but it also enhances safety for all the people in the institution. Research...
As LED technology continues to grow by leaps and bounds, the world of lighting keeps on changing. And as more businesses and organizations embrace LED technology, they realize they can save even...
What Does it Take to Replace 400-Watt Metal Halide with LED?The right way to replace a Metal Halide is one such extensive topic that continues to be researched by a lot of people time and again....
LED Lights are highly efficient. They are much more efficient than the incandescent, fluorescent, or HID bulbs that they replace. However, not all the energy that an LED uses is transformed into...
This is a common message we try to impart to our customers when they call us. For example, it is not uncommon for us to get a call to quote a price on High Bay LED Lights and be told they need a...
Any business knows that productivity is key to growth, let alone staying afloat. Whether you are talking about a production line, a traveling salesperson, and yes even your office space;...
We know that many of the LED Lighting Supply blog’s avid readers are facility managers (along with contractors, government employees, and other decision-makers). Along with all of the...
You'll find tube lights in many applications, such as office buildings, hallways, garages, and anywhere that has a low, flat ceiling. Fluorescent tubes are common in warehouse fixtures, you will see...
What does it take to replace 1000 Watts Metal Halide with LED? Before LED lighting became the powerhouse that it is today, metal halide lights were the most common form of commercial lighting. The...
When we talk about replacing lights, we try to reduce the current costs that old, inefficient lights incur. We also try to keep (if not improve) the current quality of light in place. Here are some...
A lot of the time, we are asked what is the equivalent LED is to convert from Metal Halide. Typically, we have a product in mind that works based on previous experience. But how did we come up with...
What is a dimmer switch? Dimmer switches give you the ability to change the amount of light that a fixture produces. Thus, it allows you to have control over the amount of light in a room or space....
We hear this question all the time. The unfortunate reality is that looking at "watts" is the wrong way to shop when you are replacing your existing lighting. You need to focus on "lumens". In the...
When you select an LED lighting product, it's always best to look at its associated specification sheet before buying. There are many attributes and ratings that will tell you if it suits your...
What Does Maintenance Factor Mean? When it comes to buying LED lighting products for an industrial or commercial facility, there are various factors to consider. Among all of them, Lighting...
Common Terms Used in the Lighting Industry ANSI (American National Standards Institute) A private non-profit organization that oversees the development of voluntary instructions and sets performance...
Pupil Lumens and their influence on selecting lightsPupil Lumens is a concept that is not well-known outside of the lighting industry, but it is an important aspect to consider for lighting...
In the world of electricity, there are prevalent myths that are passed around and are occurring far too often without any evidence that they are the truth. So, with this post, we are busting these...
A carbon footprint is the sum of all greenhouse gases emitted by a single individual based on their lifestyle and activities. Additionally, you can also calculate a carbon footprint for a company, a...
