Did you ever look to purchase LED lamps or fixtures for a lighting project and notice that there are clear and frosted lens options for the same thing? Choosing the right option is important because each one is dependent on both personal preference and the application...
The advent of LED lighting technology has proven to be a game-changer for environmental- and energy-related matters. Over the last ten to fifteen years, it has demonstrated to be an easy, cost-saving approach for manufacturers and consumers to reduce their long-term...
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 Investing is the method of integrating a company's ESG initiatives into...
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 time during the month. It determines a large part of how your rate per...
LEDs (light-emitting diodes) are on their way to becoming king of the global lighting market. Lighting technologies like incandescent, halogen, and fluorescent are slowly being phased out and, in some cases, obsolete. Over the last ten to fifteen years, LED technology...
This by definition seems unachievable – LED Lights that can operate in a hot environment. LEDs are good – every one is adopting them in commercial and industrial applications. But they have their limitations. By far, the biggest limitation is heat. Heat has a tendency...
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 imperative that you continue to be knowledgeable about these things to...
The lighting industry is competitive and ever-changing. Whether you’re a manufacturer, distributor, designer, installer, or have any other connection to the industry, it’s essential that you stay informed about it. It’s important for you to be knowledgeable about the...
Shadows are a phenomena known in lighting caused by uneven or unbalanced lighting. It can occur in both indoor and outdoor lighting applications. Shadowing occurs when the light between fixtures is noticeably not as bright than the light under a fixture. It can occur...
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 each term can help to navigate the complex world of electricity. Here...
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 standards for electrical equipment used in North America, some of...
There are many certifications that demonstrate key knowledge of the various facets of the lighting industry. They provide assurance that a lighting professional is competent and proficient in their field of expertise. The subsequent list consists of some notable...
Over the past several years, we have received phone calls, emails and chats from customers. They asked us to solve bad LED purchases. Or installation issues and bad lighting in their facilities. For some of these unfortunate customers, they were lead astray by other...
Dark sky compliance has been trending a lot lately. Thanks to the efforts of the dark-sky movement attempting to 'reclaim the sky.' But what is dark sky compliance and the dark-sky movement? Both seek the same goal. To eradicate and cut the amount of light pollution...
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 with less. Switching to LEDs is just another way to improve efficiency. ...
When you upgrade your lighting system to LED, there are many options. Some are riskier than others. Here are some of the pitfalls to avoid when making your purchase. The second part of this post relates to those who have made those mistakes, and what they can do. More...
It is very common to see LED lights widely used in commercial, industrial and sporting applications. They are common place and widely used in warehouses, parking lots, manufacturing, gymnasiums and intense industrial applications. It's well known that LED fixtures are...
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 to LED lights. They provide numerous benefits, like energy savings and...
We compiled a list of helpful LED Tips for your benefit and hopefully, you might learn something about LED. Out tips include everything from helpful hints when it comes to retrofitting an existing fixture or what to look for when replacing a fixture with LED.Tip 1:...
When we talk about replacing lights, we try to reduce the current costs old, inefficient lights incur. And keeping (if not improving) our current quality of light in place. Here are some obvious options to achieve this: Switching away from less efficient 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 levels for products, services, processes, and personnel in all...
In the world of electricity, the myths that are passed around are occurring far too often without any evidence that they are the truth. So, with this post we are busting these common electricity myths and putting a end to them once and for all. 1. Its best to leave...
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 product or even a specific event. The calculation of carbon footprint...
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