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Lesser-Known Benefits of LED Lighting Upgrades

by Cooper Clark on Nov 08, 2024

    If you own a commercial property, you are probably acutely aware of the utility bill. Big buildings tend to suck up lots of energy, especially if you inherited older, less efficient equipment. Now, LED lights are often touted as a great way to save money, which is true. They don't demand as much electricity as their more traditional counterparts. That is not the only benefit to them, though. 

Great For Increasing The Safety Of Your Outside Areas  

    LED lighting has a different look from traditional fluorescent and incandescent lights. It's a bright white, which puts features in high relief. It reduces shadows. Also, since the lights are made of bunches of lighting elements instead of single bulbs, their light is spread out more evenly, limiting dark corners in areas where they are used. This makes them ideal for places such as parking lots, baseball diamonds, and commercial building exteriors. LED lights have bright, even illumination that helps people to see the ground, so they can avoid tripping, and it prevents unsavory types from being able to hide in the shadows. 

    Outside is also where nature happens, and that includes fog. The LED's brightness can make a bigger dent in mist than traditional lights, and this limits tripping hazards in front of your property, no matter what the weather.

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Topics: Energy Savings, LED Lighting, Commercial Lighting

Vandal-Proof Emergency Lights Explained

by Cooper Clark on Aug 06, 2024

Vandalism is unfortunately something that most of us have to deal with at one time or another. Thankfully, there are lighting solutions that provide peace of mind even if the power goes out.

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Topics: Emergency Lighting Systems, Emergency Lighting, Emergency Lighting Made Simple, Commercial Lighting

Why Not to Change a Light Fixture Yourself

by Cooper Clark on Jun 04, 2024

Replacing a light fixture is one of those projects that you may think is easy and you can DIY (do-it-yourself). Updating old, buzzing light fixtures with new LED illumination is energy-efficient and smart, but not something you or your janitorial staff should do on their own. The job considered easy and affordable might be costly in the long term. Changing a light fixture requires the work of a skilled electrician, and here is why:

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Topics: LED Lighting, Commercial Lighting

Emergency Lighting: Key Considerations

by Cooper Clark on Mar 15, 2024

Your emergency lighting system includes emergency lights and exit signs that guide people to
safety in the event of a fire or power outage. The National Fire Code (NFC) is the standard that sets guidelines for the design, installation, and maintenance of emergency lighting systems. In this article, we will discuss emergency lighting, the requirements of the NFC, how emergency lighting is designed, and the importance of regular maintenance.

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Topics: Emergency Lighting Systems, Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code, Emergency Lighting, Emergency Lighting Made Simple

Benefits of Electric Vehicle Chargers for Your Facility

by Cooper Clark on Jan 11, 2024

With plug-in vehicles becoming more common, it makes sense to install electric vehicle (EV) chargers at your place of business.  Investing in EV chargers can quickly pay for itself. Read on to understand the benefits of electric vehicle chargers.                                                                                                                                       

                               

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Topics: Energy Savings, Electric Vehicles

Crush Rising Energy Costs With LED Lights

by Cooper Clark on Dec 11, 2023

It's no secret that energy costs always tend to rise, especially when daylight is short and it's cold out.  Businesses and organizations are looking for ways to reduce their expenses.  LED lights offer a solution to increasing electricity prices.  Let's look at why.

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Topics: Energy Savings, LED Lighting, Commercial Lighting

Bollard Lights and Their Benefits

by Cooper Clark on Sep 08, 2023

Bollard lights are versatile, and in this day and age, they're everywhere! Both in suburban and urban areas, businesses and homes use them in several ways to brighten up their landscapes.

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Topics: LED Lighting, Commercial Lighting

Save $$$ By Using Timers, Sensors, and Dimmers

by Cooper Clark on Jul 25, 2023

Are your energy bills soaring month after month?  

According to the U.S. Energy Information Association, approximately 10% of all electricity used in commercial buildings in 2018 was for lighting. There are many reasons for this, but a couple of them include not using energy-efficient lighting, and leaving lights on when they aren't needed. 

You can lower your power bills and carbon footprint without lowering the lighting effect on your property.  This article looks at how the proper lighting, timers, sensors, photocells, and dimmers lower your energy usage.

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Topics: Energy Savings, Commercial Lighting

Area of Refuge Signs

by Cooper Clark on Jul 25, 2023

Area of Refuge Signs

What is an Area of Refuge?  

An area of refuge (sometimes called an area of rescue) is a designated spot in a building where individuals with mobility challenges can wait for help in case of an emergency and evacuation is not safe or is not possible. It is intended for the elderly, persons with disabilities, sick people, and anyone else who cannot use the stairs to exit.  It has a call button for help and a 2-way voice communication system.

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Topics: Understanding Emergency Lighting Fire Code, Emergency Lighting, Emergency Lighting Made Simple

Different Types of Lights; You Should Use One Lighting Company

by Cooper Clark on Feb 06, 2023

Every building - whether it's a business, school, store, factory, etc. - uses different types of lighting. The lighting features in your building should correspond to the purpose and setting of each area. The proper lighting is a game-changer, and understanding which type of lighting you need is essential. But just because you have different types of lights doesn't mean you need different companies to sell, install or repair them. In this piece, we shall explore popular types of lights, and why you should use one lighting company.

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Topics: Lighting Maintenance, Commercial Lighting

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